Northern Economic Plan

In reply to the Hon. J.S.L. DAWKINS (3 November 2016).

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Minister for Employment, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Reconciliation, Minister for Manufacturing and Innovation, Minister for Automotive Transformation, Minister for Science and Information Economy): I am advised:

Economic development initiatives in northern Adelaide with a focus on job creation, investment attraction and industry diversification extend well beyond the three council areas currently partnering around the Northern Economic Plan. Northern Economic Plan projects including the Gawler East Collector Link Road, Gawler Rail Line Electrification, the Northern Adelaide Plains Agribusiness Initiative and state tax reform will provide both jobs and substantial economic benefit for the Gawler region.

On the 15 December 2016, a $114,000 pilot program to accelerate the growth of entrepreneurs, businesses and jobs for the Gawler region was announced.

The Northern Entrepreneur Growth Program (NEGP) is an initiative of the state government under the Northern Economic Plan and is scheduled to commence in February 2017. The NEGP is to be delivered in partnership with the Gawler Business Development Group and Business SA, and will provide businesses across the greater Gawler region with access to skills development, coaching and mentoring.