Prioritising Regional Economic Growth
Spencer Gulf Cities has today launched a ‘Regional Partnership Priorities’ paper focused on increasing the region’s capacity to support forecast economic growth.
The Upper Spencer Gulf Common Purpose Group Inc. (trading as Spencer Gulf Cities (SGC)) is a strategic partnership between the cities of Port Pirie, Port Augusta and Whyalla. Spencer Gulf Cities’ core role is advocacy to support our regional communities and economies to be healthy and strong.
The Upper Spencer Gulf region has historically been a significant economic contributor to the state and nation through its natural resources and industrial strengths. Over the last decade, the regional economy has diversified to capitalise on those natural resources to become a significant renewable energy ‘powerhouse’. Planned public and private sector investment in hydrogen power, supported by significant infrastructure projects over the next five years, will further establish the USG region as one of the most important nationally in meeting emissions targets.
Not only is the region blessed with significant mineral and renewable energy resources, but it is also home to some of the most significant First Nations cultural heritage, natural biodiversity assets, and landscapes in the world. More and more opportunities are being opened up for tourists, visitors and locals to sustainably engage in cultural and nature-based experiences across the region. These experiences are both rare and unique.
“The future looks bright for our region and Spencer Gulf Cities looks forward to welcoming new community members, businesses and investors working together to deliver sustainable and exciting regional growth” said Mayor Stephens, Chair of Spencer Gulf Cities.