Draft Sunshine Coast Economic Development Strategy Consultation

The draft Sunshine Coast Economic Development Strategy, Sunshine Coast – 'The Natural Advantage' is a 20-year plan that will help drive long-term economic growth. It sets the region’s economic priorities to 2033 and outlines a 5-year suite of actions.

The draft strategy is available for review and comment until June 19, 2013.

Your feedback on the draft Sunshine Coast Economic Development Strategy is extremely valuable. Please take a few minutes to complete the following survey.

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* 1. Do you think the Goals for the New Economy listed in the draft Strategy represent valuable outcomes for the region?

Yes

Please explain the reason for your response:

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* 2. Do you think that the Pathways listed in the draft Strategy represent critical areas which need to be pursued to develop a stronger and prosperous economy?

Yes

Please explain the reason for your response:

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* 3. Do you think the Priorities listed in the draft Strategy will achieve change for the Sunshine Coast economy and the region?

Yes

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* 4. Which of the Priorities do you think are the most important? Please rank in order of importance with "1" being the most important.

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Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 1	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 2	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 3	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 4	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 5	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 6	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 7	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 8	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 9	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 10	Strong economic leadership and collaboration by government, business and industry 11
A recognised, competitive regional identity	A recognised, competitive regional identity 1	A recognised, competitive regional identity 2	A recognised, competitive regional identity 3	A recognised, competitive regional identity 4	A recognised, competitive regional identity 5	A recognised, competitive regional identity 6	A recognised, competitive regional identity 7	A recognised, competitive regional identity 8	A recognised, competitive regional identity 9	A recognised, competitive regional identity 10	A recognised, competitive regional identity 11
Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 1	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 2	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 3	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 4	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 5	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 6	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 7	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 8	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 9	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 10	Securing investment in the region’s infrastructure priorities 11
Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 1	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 2	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 3	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 4	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 5	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 6	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 7	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 8	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 9	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 10	Maximising the value to the region of key economic infrastructure 11
Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 1	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 2	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 3	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 4	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 5	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 6	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 7	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 8	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 9	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 10	Targeting the attraction and development of high-value industries 11
Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 1	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 2	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 3	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 4	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 5	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 6	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 7	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 8	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 9	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 10	Providing a regulatory environment that encourages investment and growth in high-value industries in appropriate areas 11
Promoting innovation, research and digital participation	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 1	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 2	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 3	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 4	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 5	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 6	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 7	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 8	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 9	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 10	Promoting innovation, research and digital participation 11
Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 1	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 2	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 3	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 4	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 5	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 6	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 7	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 8	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 9	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 10	Positioning the Sunshine Coast in key national and global markets as a competitive source of high-demand goods and services 11
Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 1	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 2	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 3	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 4	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 5	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 6	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 7	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 8	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 9	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 10	Developing export-ready businesses and market-responsive industries 11
Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 1	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 2	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 3	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 4	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 5	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 6	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 7	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 8	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 9	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 10	Attracting and retaining skilled workers to support the growth of high-value industries 11
A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 1	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 2	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 3	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 4	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 5	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 6	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 7	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 8	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 9	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 10	A regional education and training system geared to the demands of a new economy 11

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* 5. Do you consider that the key economic challenges have been identified in the draft Strategy?

Yes

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* 6. Which of the current regional economic challenges affect you the most?

Employment opportunities

Available business support and collaboration

Rising overheads and utility costs

Declining customer base

Regional branding

Availability of investment or finance

Access to digital technology

Access to education

Infrastructure investment

Market development

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* 7. Do you consider that the main economic opportunities for high-level growth in the region have been addressed in the draft Strategy?

Yes