Hinkler Regional Deal

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Vision Statement PDF: 538 KB
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Implementation Plan PDF: 3542 KB
The Hinkler Regional Deal is a 5 year commitment between the Australian Government, Bundaberg Regional Council and Fraser Coast Regional Council for the Bundaberg and Hervey Bay region and its surrounds.
Overview
The Australian Government has committed $172.9 million towards the Deal, supported by over $90 million in investment from Bundaberg and Fraser Coast Regional Councils and other key implementation partners.
Learn more about the Hinkler Regional Deal here:
Key Themes
The Hinkler Regional Deal Implementation Plan is centred around three core themes:
Economic Development
- Invest in job creation
- Promote business growth
- Develop a skilled workforce
Resilience
- Enhance the resilience of the community and the environment
Liveability and Community
- Build strong and cohesive local communities
- Ensure the area is a destination of choice for generations to come
Next Steps
The Hinkler Regional Deal Implementation Plan sets out governance arrangements, key milestones for projects, timeframes and who will be responsible for delivery. Delivery is occurring in partnership with a variety of government and non-government organisations, building the partnerships necessary for the region.
Timeline
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Announced Hinkler Regional Deal
November 2018 -
Signed Vision Statement
March 2019 -
Signed Hinkler Regional Deal Implementation Plan
January 2020 -
Progress Update
End of 2020 -
Review
End of 2022 -
End of 5 years of Hinkler Regional Deal