The Cradle Coast Authority today welcomed the announcement by the Tasmanian Labor Party that if elected it would work with local government to establish Regional Partnership Agreements between local governments and the State Government.
Chair of the Cradle Coast Board Hon. Sid Sidebottom said, “The Cradle Coast Authority has been advocating for similar Agreements for some time, and this formed an important component on its election priority wish list on behalf of its Council members and the region.”
“We welcome the announcement and look forward to a tri-partisan approach,” he added.
The Tasmanian Labor Party proposes an initial 3-year pilot would commence in the Cradle Coast region between the nine regional Councils, the Cradle Coast Authority and a Tasmanian Labor Government.
The partner Councils will identify key focus areas and opportunities to work together, which could include regional planning, health, education, renewable energy, industry development and economic development.
Cradle Coast Authority Regional Development Manager Veronica Terry said,“The Cradle Coast region deserves a Roadmap, not short-term fixes in isolation.”
“The Cradle Coast is a region of problem solvers and doers. We look forward to working alongside government, community and industry to shape our own future – one that puts community wellbeing at the centre. For our region to thrive economically, we need our community to thrive,” she said.
“Through the Regional Partnership Agreements, we hope to develop a Roadmap which will build on the great work already underway across our region. We will draw on our collective know-how, insight and understanding to enable the delivery of essential services such as healthcare, education, housing and infrastructure. We are deeply committed to delivering a cohesive and impactful plan to support the Cradle Coast region.”
The Cradle Coast Authority expects the Regional Partnership Agreements will enable all levels of Government to deliver more impactful services which are tailored to the priorities Cradle Coast region, supporting productive industries and future development opportunities.
The Cradle Coast Authority thanks the Tasmanian Labor Party for their support and hopes tri-partisan endorsement of the Regional Partnership Agreements will be secured ahead of the July 19 State election.
Media contact:
Isabella Kingston
NRM Communications Officer & Project Officer
Cradle Coast Authority
03 6433 8400
ikingston@cradlecoast.com
