Business Support
Economic development aims to increase the economic capacity of an area, which, in turn, seeks to improve the wellbeing of local communities. An economic development strategy provides a framework for the future growth and prosperity of a particular region.
Loddon Shire Council is committed to working toward realising the community’s vision for a Loddon where everyone has the opportunity to live, work and thrive.
The Loddon Shire Economic Development Strategy 2025-2029(PDF, 5MB) outlines a comprehensive plan to foster economic growth and resilience in the region.
For further information, please contact the economic development staff on (03) 5494 1200 or email business@loddon.vic.gov.au
Strategy Development
This Strategy is the product of a suite of work including the Loddon Shire Economic Development Strategy 2025-2029: Strategic Directions Paper and a range of stakeholder engagement activities. Engagement activities involved Township representatives, industry leaders, elected members of Loddon Council, Loddon Leaders (Council management),
The Strategy, identification of economic objectives, and priority actions has been developed with the support of the nominated Project Advisory Group, which consists of industry leaders and Loddon Council project team.
The Strategy prioritises several objectives, including optimising the agricultural sector, promoting housing development as a catalyst for growth, positioning the Council as a collaborative partner, enhancing community liability, and fostering innovative and diverse industries.
Implementation
The Strategy includes an implementation plan detailing activities and initiatives to be undertaken that focus on achieving the outlined strategic objectives, contributing to a sustainable and prosperous future for Loddon Shire. The implementation plan includes some recommended projects, the delivery of which may be subject to third party funding.
Review and reporting of Council's progress in implementing the Strategy is essential not only to monitor progress but to ensure key priority areas remain relevant as Council work toward achieving the community's economic aspirations.
External sites
Business Victoria is a comprehensive online resource designed to help you start, run and grow your business.
ICN Regional Gateway is a comprehensive online system with around $319 billion worth of projects and more than 70,000 suppliers listed. This initiative is managed by Industry Capability Network (ICN). ICN is an independent organisation financially supported by Australian, New Zealand, state and territory governments. Since it started 29 years ago, ICN has helped local suppliers find $20.6 billion worth of contracts.
Business.gov.au is a federal government website connecting you to information, grants, registrations and support to help your business succeed in Australia.
Regional Development Victoria is the Victorian Government’s lead agency in developing rural and regional Victoria.
Agriculture Victoria's Food and fibre industries provides information about the main agricultural industries of Victoria. It includes useful statistics and information as well as links to current programs to assist businesses.
Victorian Government has information a wide range of subjects including regional public holidays, school holidays and daylight saving times.
Upcoming business training programs can be searched here at the business.gov.au search page.