Murrumbidgee economy

Find out about the economy of Murrumbidgee Council local government area and our strong agricultural industry.

 

To assist local and potential businesses to plan for their future, statistical information is available through:

• Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation (RAMJO)

  You can also view economic and demographic data for the groups of Councils at https://www.ramjo.nsw.gov.au/our-profile/ and select Murrumbidgee Council area.

• Regional Development Australia – Riverina

  You can also view economic and demographic data for the region at https://economyprofile.com.au/rdariverina/

Economic Development Reports

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of reports, indicators and strategies about the Murrumbidgee.

Murrumbidgee Council Economic Development Strategy

Murrumbidgee Council has prepared a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy(PDF, 2MB) to create a framework for strengthening business outcomes in the region.

Western Riverina Regional Economic Development Strategy (REDS) 2023 update

The NSW Government has assisted local councils to develop Regional Economic Development Strategies (REDS) based on the concept of a Functional Economic Region (FER), which has incorporated the Local Government Areas of Carrathool Shire Council, Griffith City Council, Leeton Shire Council, Murrumbidgee Council, and Narrandera Shire Council. The Centre for Economic and Regional Development has led this work and managed a panel of expert contractors to collaborate with councils and local stakeholders on their REDS. For more information and to view the supporting analysis

Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041

The Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041 is a 20-year land-use plan that focuses on and informs all areas of local strategic planning, from the development of local plans and strategies to the assessment of planning proposals.