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The Business Partner Program is a key element in the economic development and rebuilding strategies of Gunnedah Shire Council. The program's key focus is to attract new business opportunities, and assist in the expansion of existing businesses in the Gunnedah Shire by providing an assistance package as an incentive.
The Business Partner Program provides a wide array of services and information designed to identify the strengths of the Gunnedah business sector. The program presents opportunities for the development of tailor made packages to assist in business development costs, and addressing statutory charges or infrastructure placement costs. The program co-ordinates potential assistance from Council, utility providers, transport and freight providers, port authority, State and Federal government departments.
This complementary and confidential assistance includes:
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Identifying site options for business relocation or expansion in the Gunnedah Shire
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Serving as a liaison with the planning and development processes of State and Local Government
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Providing current market information about Gunnedah
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Assisting new business partners in securing attractive relocation and new business venture allowances and incentives
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Assistance in negotiating with Utility Providers
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Providing new orientation information for employees relocating to Gunnedah or assisting in local recruitment programs
The program allows the development of combination packages of incentives and benefits tailored to suit the individual business and their specific needs. It has a wide scope for eligibility and all business developers and proponents are encouraged to consider applying. Further details on this program are available by contacting the Manager of Tourism and Economic Development on (02) 6740 2147 or email chrisfrend@infogunnedah.com.au
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