What we do
The Regional Precincts Group works within the Department of Regional NSW.
We lead and implement programs to strengthen regional NSW communities through critical infrastructure initiatives and targeted investment attraction strategies.
These are funded through the NSW Government’s Snowy Hydro Legacy Fund and the Regional Investment Activation Program.
They are based on key priorities identified in the:
Read about our key programs and initiatives below.
Programs and initiatives
Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation is delivering on the NSW Government’s bold commitment to drive economic growth and prosperity in regional NSW through the Special Activation Precinct program.
We partner with government, business, industry and education providers to create world-class, sustainable, economic zones at the forefront of innovation.
Our world-class precincts encourage economic growth and investment in the regions through government-funded infrastructure, streamlined planning and approvals and business support services. All of which help lower the cost and time of setting up in NSW.
We work with the Snowy Hydro Legacy Fund and the Department of Planning who fund and plan these precincts respectively as part of the 20-year Economic Vision for Regional NSW.
The precincts are master planned hubs that support local industries and attract business and investors to create jobs and fuel regional economic development. Precincts are located in Parkes, Wagga Wagga, Moree, the Snowy Mountains, Williamtown, and Narrabri. Discover our Special Activation Precincts.
Provide support to local councils to drive growth and investment opportunities to create new jobs in regional NSW. They're at Albury, Richmond Valley, South Jerrabomberra, and the Namoi region. They focus on region-specific engine industries and businesses ready for development. Discover our Regional Job Precincts.
This program will provide better access to mobile, internet and digital services across regional NSW. We're working to improve mobile phone coverage, choice and internet service and speeds. Another priority area is helping farmers and businesses through the Farms of the Future (ag-tech) program. Discover our Regional Digital Connectivity program.
The Office of Regional Economic Development strengthens regional communities and economies by:
promoting regional NSW as an attractive place for domestic and international investment
identifying and activating economic potential
delivering a range of initiatives to help businesses establish, expand and prosper.
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Other areas of focus under the Snowy Hydro Legacy Fund include:
improving water security
improving freight linkages and rail
enhancing rail and road transport connections.