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Hunter Regional Plan 2036

The Hunter Regional Plan 2036 is a 20-year blueprint for the future of the Hunter.

 

Our vision is to create a leading regional economy in Australia, with a vibrant metropolitan city at the heart. To achieve this vision the NSW Government has acknowledged the growing importance of Greater Newcastle and set the following regionally focused goals:

  • A leading regional economy in Australia
  • A biodiversity-rich natural environment
  • Thriving communities
  • Greater housing choice and jobs.

 

To find out more about the Hunter Region Regional Plan you can:

 

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Vision

Vision
The leading regional economy in Australia with a vibrant new metropolitan at its heart.
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Goal 1 - The leading regional economy in Australia

Goal 1 - The leading regional economy in Australia

The Hunter is the largest regional economy in Australia, ranking above TAS, the NT and the ACT in terms of economic output.

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Goal 2 - A biodiversity–rich natural environment

Goal 2 - A biodiversity–rich natural environment

The Hunter’s diverse natural environment includes some of the most unique ecological systems in Australia. Within the region there are three terrestrial bioregions – the Sydney Basin, North Coast and Brigalow Belt South, and the Hawkesbury and Manning Shelf marine bioregions.

People sitting in small boat on waterway in Forster

Goal 3 - Thriving communities

Goal 3 - Thriving communities

The Hunter is home to some of the most diverse communities in NSW and their distinctive character is a significant competitive advantage for the region.

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Goal 4 - Greater housing choice and jobs

Goal 4 - Greater housing choice and jobs

An additional 70,000 dwellings will be needed in the region by 2036. Providing the land and the infrastructure to meet this demand is central to the Plan.

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Local government narratives

Local government narratives
The NSW Government will work with each council to deliver the directions and actions set out in this plan. 
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Glossary and end notes

Glossary and end notes

A list of definitions and the reference source for this regional plan.

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