Economic Development Strategy

Project Overview

Council is reviewing and updating the region’s Economic Development Strategy (EDS). This EDS will deliver a five-year plan to drive economic growth and prosperity in the region.

The key objectives of the updated Economic Development Strategy are to create a clear direction for economic development initiatives, attract new businesses and investment, foster job creation and ensure the region’s competitiveness. To ensure the accuracy of this document, stakeholder engagement must be conducted with, local businesses, industry representatives, government agencies, and importantly the community.

The 2025 Economic Development Strategy will provide a comprehensive framework and renewed confidence for economic growth in the Charters Towers Region.

Economic Development Stategy Survey

What do YOU love most about the Charters Towers region, what would you change and what do you hope for the region’s economic future? Share your ideas on how we can grow, strengthen, and thrive together.

Submissions close: 20 November 2024 (see link below)

Project Support

Council has received funding from Mount Isa to Townsville Economic Zone (MITEZ) to complete this initiative under the MITEZ Regional Economic Grant 2023-2025.

Contact details

For further information about the project please phone Council on 07 4761 5300 or mail@charterstowers.qld.gov.au