VISION
PURPOSE
Driving economic opportunities to support the Central Highlands as a dynamic inland region of choice.
We advocate for a sustainable region and economic growth by enhancing our workforce, promoting our region and supporting our businesses.
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
CORPORATE STRATEGY 2023-2028
COLLABORATION
CREDIBILITY
INNOVATION
ACCOUNTABILITY
RESPECT
We achieve more when we work together.
We are trustworthy, reliable and authentic.
We like to think outside the box.
We do what we say we will do.
We value and listen to each other.
> We actively seek opportunities to involve others to achieve the best results.
> We continuously perform to a high standard.
> We challenge the status quo with open minds, focus and speed.
> We accept full responsibility for our words, our actions and our results.
> We treat people with dignity and professionalism and expect the same in return.
> We value effective partnerships with colleagues, industry, business, government and community.
> We value the reputation of CHDC, its team and Board members.
> We encourage thoughtful, creative and inspirational ideas.
> We take pride in our work and deliver timely, quality results that benefit CHDC and the region.
PRIORITIES AND OBJECTIVES
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02.
> Connect local businesses to a range of resources and support to build capability, resilience and encourage growth.
> Partner to attract, retain and develop a future focused, skilled workforce across the region.
> Actively engage and influence all levels of government and key decision makers.
> Seek opportunities to embed best practice local content into regional projects.
> Consolidate credible research, data and insights on the Central Highlands to be a primary source of information.
BUSINESS GROWTH
> Support local businesses to compete in a digital environment.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
03.
ADVOCACY AND PROMOTION
> Ongoing promotion of the region to live, work and visit.
04.
INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT > Develop the Central Highlands as a primary visitor destination. > Work with the agricultural industry to realise opportunities for growth. > Collaborate and support the resource and METS sectors. > Support new and emerging industries including gas, renewables and innovation.
05.
INVESTMENT ATTRACTION
06.
STRATEGY AND PLANNING
> Market, promote and facilitate investment opportunities in the region.
> Lead, monitor and report on the economic development strategy for the region.
> Support priority projects.
> Monitor and contribute to relevant government, industry/business and community plans and strategies to progress the interests of the region.
> Support the region to prepare for transition to a lower carbon future.
07.
CAPABILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY > Deliver services, operations, and projects on time and within budget. > Maintain a fit-for-purpose team and continually build their capacity. > Increased awareness of CHDC and the work it does. > Meet the governance requirements to operate effectively and sustainably.