When developing the Economic Development Strategy, and following public feedback, five strategic themes were identified:
The strategy identifies the following:
The strategy also work towards achieving Council’s vision for the Waimate District which is “Leading our communities towards a diverse, thriving and sustainable district”.
Action plans have now been developed (see document below) that cover a range of items, including:
A steering group has been formed to implement the action plans. As these are progressed, information will be made available here and in other publications.
On a regular basis the Waimate EDS newsletter will be published with the latest news and developments. See below for the latest edition, published at the beginning of September 2019.