Economic development
The Coffs Harbour Economic Development Strategy prioritises and focuses City of Coffs Harbour resources to address local needs. It guides our decision making, in alignment with State and Federal policies, business and the needs of the wider community.
The strategy outlines the actions to guide Council as they play a positive role in providing civic leadership to stimulate development, investment and sustainable employment while working collaboratively with the business community.
The Economic Development & Tourism Team is responsible within City of Coffs Harbour for the implementation of:
Economic Development & Tourism Team
This section helps promote the Coffs Coast to potential leisure and business tourism visitors. Growing the Coffs Coast as a tourism destination into the future is a key focus for the team. Marketing and promotion of the destination involves developing and delivering coordinated campaigns covering all media - print, television, radio, online and social media channels. Our visitors are also catered to through support of dedicated visitor information services and regular communication through email newsletters.
The Destination Coffs Coast Committee (DCCC) supports the section's work and is made up of tourism industry operators, Councillors and Council staff. Find more information, including the committees terms of reference the Destination Coffs Coast Committee.
Industry operators are well supported through DCCC, the Economic Development & Tourism team and online via the Coffs Coast website.
Economic Development & Tourism also supports existing businesses and new businesses by:
- Providing economic information and data.
- Offering businesses and investors a first point of contact regarding economic development activities.
- Linking business operations with other government agencies and regional organisations to assist with business development and possible funding opportunities.
- Assisting with regulatory requirements.
You can contact the team on 02) 6648 4835 or via email to access relevant information and assistance to identify opportunities and create success.
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