Richmond Valley Masterplan Sparks Industry Investment
Regional Job Precincts are designed to focus on supporting local businesses, creating new job opportunities and driving economic growth.
The Masterplan provides an improved strategic planning framework, expert studies and technical information to give businesses or investors greater certainty to set-up or expand their operations.
With a strong, diverse and resilient local economy, the Richmond Valley region offers unique opportunities for growth and expansion across the freight and logistics, advanced manufacturing, circular economy, recycling and agribusiness sectors.
The Masterplan will further cement the Richmond Valley Region as a key centre for food production and manufacturing.
It was delivered in collaboration between the NSW Government and Richmond Valley Council, building on established businesses and industries.
The planning framework is geared towards supporting light and heavy industrial land uses across the agricultural, manufacturing and energy sectors.
Regional Job Precincts are also located in Albury, South Jerrabomberra and Namoi.
To view the Richmond Valley Regional Jobs Precinct Masterplan please visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-nsw/regional-business-and-economy-nsw/regional-job-precincts/richmond-valley-job-precinct
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
“The Minns Government is unlocking opportunity in the Richmond Valley. As part of the masterplan, we have rezoned key areas delivering more land for industrial uses to help future-proof a range of industries in the Northern Rivers for the next two decades.
“This land will help support Northern Rivers businesses to be able to invest as well as communities to rebuild and grow after the 2022 floods and ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred.”
Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said:
“The Richmond Valley’s strategic location along key transport routes, including the Pacific Highway, opens up significant potential for industries like freight and logistics, as well as advanced manufacturing, the circular economy, recycling, and agribusiness.
“Through the finalised masterplan and supporting legislative amendments, this area is now zoned to support future development and is prepared to welcome new industrial and commercial enterprises to the Richmond Valley.
“This masterplan has been shaped by feedback from local residents and stakeholders, and I want to thank everyone who contributed their insights on the development of the Richmond Valley final masterplan.”
Minister for North Coast Janelle Saffin said:
“This is great news for Northern NSW, and I commend Richmond Valley Council for their vision and effort. Council leadership has laboured tirelessly for the creation of a regional industry hub and they have done outstanding work.
“I am delighted we are able to support such a worthy project that will support businesses to grow and bring more long-term investment and jobs to the region.”
Richmond Valley Council Mayor Robert Mustow said:
“A thriving economy is built on the strength of its people and its workforce, and this precinct and the opportunities it can unlock will provide for job growth, skill development, and career advancement for so many people.
“Whether you’re a local business looking to expand or a business wanting to invest in the Northern Rivers, industrial land available in Casino is designed to support you at every stage of your journey.
“On behalf of Richmond Valley Council and our community, I would like to thank the NSW Government for its collaboration, which supports Council’s investment in expanding the industrial land options in the Richmond Valley.
“Together, we are not just creating jobs – we are shaping a brighter future for our region.”
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