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The North Coast Regional Plan 2036 is a 20-year blueprint for the future of the North Coast.
The NSW Government’s vision for the North Coast is to create the best region in Australia to live, work and play thanks to its spectacular environment and vibrant communities.
To achieve this vision the Government has set four goals for the region:
To find out more about the North Coast Regional Plan you can:
Image banner: Hot air balloon over the Clarence Valley, Grafton, NSW. Photo by: Destination NSW
Vision
The best region in Australia to live, work and play thanks to its spectacular environment and vibrant communities
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Goal 1 - The most stunning environment in NSW
Panoramic coastal and rural landscapes define the distinctive environment, character and lifestyles of this region. The North Coast is one of the most biologically diverse regions in Australia,7 including the outstanding biodiversity assets of 15 World Heritage Areas, covering over 117,000 hectares.
More on the environmental goals for this region
Goal 2 - A thriving, interconnected economy
The North Coast has the foundations for a thriving economy. It has strong cities and centres with distinctive character, developing inter-regional and cross-border links, growing farming and tourism sectors, high-quality infrastructure and a unique environment. Leveraging these assets will grow jobs and the economy over the longer term.
Goal 2 - A thriving, interconnected economy
Goal 3 - Vibrant and engaged communities
The North Coast’s tapestry of coastal and hinterland communities are central to the region’s identity.
More on this region's cultural identity
Goal 4 - Great housing choice and lifestyle options
There will be a number of changes over the next 20 years to household size and make-up. A different approach to housing delivery will be required on the North Coast to respond to these changes.
Read about this region's housing goals
Local government narratives and urban growth area maps
The NSW Government will work with each council to deliver the directions and actions set out in this Plan. Priorities for each local government area are set out in the following section and will guide further investigations and implementation.
Read about the local government narratives
Glossary and endnotes
A list of definition and the reference source for this regional plan.
Read the glossary and endnotes