Economic Development Strategy

The Greater Shepparton Economic Development Strategy 2025-2030 is an overarching strategy document that guides Council’s response to the evolving economic and social landscape.

This is an important strategic document designed to support economic prosperity, development and growth for the region over the next five years.

This is a holistic process that can be described as: “Building the economic capacity of a local area to improve its economic future and the quality of life of its citizens (World Bank 2016)”.

The information provided in this report is informed by independent research and analysis, as well as consultation with key industry, community, government and Council stakeholders.

The findings and recommendations included in this report are informed by the supporting Background Report, prepared in November 2023.

The Strategy was endorsed by Council at the June 2025 Council Meeting.

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