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Department of Local Government and Regional Development
Government of Western Australia
Regional Development Policy
Regional Development Policy
Overview
The former Premier, Geoff Gallop, released the Regional Development Policy, Regional Western Australia - A Better Place To Live on November 12, 2003.
The Policy was the result of a comprehensive consultation process conducted around the State. It provides a framework for achieving significant sustainable social, economic and environmental progress.
The Policy details how the government will work in partnership with regional communities to achieve improved programs and services. Every major aspect or regional activity is covered in the 16 outcomes, 86 outcome priorities and 111 strategies including economic development, natural resource management, health issues and recreation pursuits.
The Policy has an implementation plan detailing how the Government intends to monitor policy progress and ensure that regions benefit from this initiative.
Since the Policy's release, the Government has followed through strongly on Policy commitments. The Regional Development Policy Progress Highlights document (2005 and 2006) provide an update on progress, together with a list of major initiatives funded in regional Western Australia. Hard copies are available from the Department of Local Government and Regional Development at:
Freecall: 1800 620 511
Telephone: (08) 9217 1500
Email: greg.mcauliffe@dlgrd.wa.gov.au
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your local Regional Development Commission.
Regional Development Policy Documents
Regional Development Policy 2003:
Regional Western Australia - A Better Place To Live (By Section)
The Policy can also be downloaded by section.
Document Cover
Regional Development Policy 2003 Cover PDF 346.36Kb
Introduction, Vision & Summary
Includes the following:
- Introduction
- Implementation
- Vision
- Summary of Outcomes, Outcome Priorities and Strategies
Introduction, Vision & Summary PDF 110.08Kb
Understanding, Partnering and Delivering Better Outcomes for Regions
Includes the following:
- Government Decision-Making is Based on a Thorough Understanding of Regional Issues
- Planning in Partnership for a Sustainable Future
- Effective Government Service Delivery to Regions
Understanding, Partnering and Delivering Better Outcomes for Regions PDF 55.09Kb
Growing a Diversified Economy
Includes the following:
- Skilled Communities
- Improved Regional Infrastructure
- Diversified Regional Economies
- Enhanced Regional Investment
- Fair Pricing for Regional Residents and Businesses
Growing a Diversified Economy PDF 77.43Kb
Educated, Healthy, Safe and Supportive Communities
Includes the following:
- Life Long Learning in the Regions
- Effective Health Service Delivery
- Safe Regional Communities
- Enhanced Quality of Regional Lifestyles
- Cohesive Communities
Educated, Healthy, Safe and Supportive Communities PDF 78.92Kb
Valuing and Protecting the Environment
Includes the following:
- Improved Environmental Management
- Sustainable Natural Resource Management
- Conservation and Restoration of Our State's Natural and Built Heritage
Valuing and Protecting the Environment PDF 58.69Kb
Appendices
Includes the following:
- Appendix 1 - Organisational Arrangements for Regional Development
- Appendix 2 - Organisations/Individuals who made Submissions on the Draft Regional Policy Statement
- Appendix 3 - Regional Profiles
Appendices PDF 295.23Kb
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