Griffith Economic Development Strategy

Griffith City Council is committed to fostering a vibrant and sustainable local economy. As part of this commitment, we are revising the Griffith Economic Development Strategy to ensure it continues to meet the evolving needs of our community. This revision process will involve updating economic data, reflecting community input, addressing emerging issues, and enhancing our strategic focus. We invite all residents and businesses to participate in this important initiative by providing feedback through our community survey.

What is an Economic Development Strategy?

An Economic Development Strategy is a comprehensive plan designed to promote the prosperity and sustainability of a region. It outlines the goals, objectives, and actions necessary to stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and improve the quality of life for residents. The strategy typically includes:

  • Understanding the Economic Structure: Analysing the local economy's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
  • Setting Objectives: Establishing clear goals for economic growth, job creation and investment attraction.
  • Identifying Key Sectors: Focusing on industries that have the potential to drive economic development.
  • Action Plans: Developing specific initiatives and projects to achieve the strategy's objectives.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Engaging with government agencies, businesses and the community to implement the strategy effectively.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assessing the progress and impact of the strategy to ensure it remains relevant and effective.

Why are we Revising the Griffith Economic Development Strategy?

The Griffith Economic Development Strategy, titled Evolve Griffith 2021-2025 (available for review in document menu), is being revised to ensure it continues to meet the evolving needs of the community and addresses new challenges and opportunities. The revision aims to:

  • Update Economic Data: Incorporate the latest economic trends and data to provide a current and accurate picture of Griffith's economy. Griffith Economic Health Check has been completed by .id Consultancy (available for review in document menu).
  • Reflect Community Input: Engage with residents, businesses, and stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure the strategy aligns with their needs and aspirations.
  • Enhance Strategic Focus: Refine the strategy's goals and actions to better target key areas for growth and development.

Economic Development Vision for the City of Griffith
Leveraging its strategic location, industry strengths, and role as the service hub for the Western Riverina, by 2040, Griffith will be renowned for its vibrant and connected communities, and as a leading destination to live, work, visit, and invest.

Griffith City Council’s Economic Development Charter
Griffith City Council fosters economic development through strategic planning, information-sharing, advocacy, infrastructure provision, and service delivery. Our goal is to encourage business establishment and growth, and to enhance Griffith’s appeal as a place to live, learn, and prosper.

Strategic themes

The three strategic themes will continue to guide Griffith City Council’s efforts on its role as an ‘enabler’ of economic development;

A premier destination to live, visit & invest - Griffith offers a high quality of life with affordable housing, excellent healthcare, and vibrant community life, making it an attractive place to live. The city boasts unique local attractions, a supportive business environment, and strong infrastructure, making it ideal for visitors and investors.

A dynamic & resilient workforce - By partnering with educational institutions and RDA Riverina, Council focuses on skills development and youth engagement to create a well-trained and adaptable workforce.

Innovative & thriving industries - Foster a culture of innovation by supporting research and development initiatives and providing targeted resources to help sectors grow. Encourage collaboration between businesses, government and promote a circular economy to create sustainable and resilient industries.

The Economic Development team would love to meet with you, please contact;
Economic Development Coordinator - Karly Sivewright - ed@griffith.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 176 077.
We really appreciate your input into how we can best work together for a prosperous future for Griffith.

Griffith City Council is committed to fostering a vibrant and sustainable local economy. As part of this commitment, we are revising the Griffith Economic Development Strategy to ensure it continues to meet the evolving needs of our community. This revision process will involve updating economic data, reflecting community input, addressing emerging issues, and enhancing our strategic focus. We invite all residents and businesses to participate in this important initiative by providing feedback through our community survey.

What is an Economic Development Strategy?

An Economic Development Strategy is a comprehensive plan designed to promote the prosperity and sustainability of a region. It outlines the goals, objectives, and actions necessary to stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and improve the quality of life for residents. The strategy typically includes:

  • Understanding the Economic Structure: Analysing the local economy's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
  • Setting Objectives: Establishing clear goals for economic growth, job creation and investment attraction.
  • Identifying Key Sectors: Focusing on industries that have the potential to drive economic development.
  • Action Plans: Developing specific initiatives and projects to achieve the strategy's objectives.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Engaging with government agencies, businesses and the community to implement the strategy effectively.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assessing the progress and impact of the strategy to ensure it remains relevant and effective.

Why are we Revising the Griffith Economic Development Strategy?

The Griffith Economic Development Strategy, titled Evolve Griffith 2021-2025 (available for review in document menu), is being revised to ensure it continues to meet the evolving needs of the community and addresses new challenges and opportunities. The revision aims to:

  • Update Economic Data: Incorporate the latest economic trends and data to provide a current and accurate picture of Griffith's economy. Griffith Economic Health Check has been completed by .id Consultancy (available for review in document menu).
  • Reflect Community Input: Engage with residents, businesses, and stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure the strategy aligns with their needs and aspirations.
  • Enhance Strategic Focus: Refine the strategy's goals and actions to better target key areas for growth and development.

Economic Development Vision for the City of Griffith
Leveraging its strategic location, industry strengths, and role as the service hub for the Western Riverina, by 2040, Griffith will be renowned for its vibrant and connected communities, and as a leading destination to live, work, visit, and invest.

Griffith City Council’s Economic Development Charter
Griffith City Council fosters economic development through strategic planning, information-sharing, advocacy, infrastructure provision, and service delivery. Our goal is to encourage business establishment and growth, and to enhance Griffith’s appeal as a place to live, learn, and prosper.

Strategic themes

The three strategic themes will continue to guide Griffith City Council’s efforts on its role as an ‘enabler’ of economic development;

A premier destination to live, visit & invest - Griffith offers a high quality of life with affordable housing, excellent healthcare, and vibrant community life, making it an attractive place to live. The city boasts unique local attractions, a supportive business environment, and strong infrastructure, making it ideal for visitors and investors.

A dynamic & resilient workforce - By partnering with educational institutions and RDA Riverina, Council focuses on skills development and youth engagement to create a well-trained and adaptable workforce.

Innovative & thriving industries - Foster a culture of innovation by supporting research and development initiatives and providing targeted resources to help sectors grow. Encourage collaboration between businesses, government and promote a circular economy to create sustainable and resilient industries.

The Economic Development team would love to meet with you, please contact;
Economic Development Coordinator - Karly Sivewright - ed@griffith.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 176 077.
We really appreciate your input into how we can best work together for a prosperous future for Griffith.

Page last updated: 14 May 2025, 07:11 PM