Economic & Community Development Feedback Survey

Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council is committed to fostering a thriving local economy and a vibrant, connected community. As we prepare to update our Economic & Community Development Strategy for the next four years, we want to hear from local businesses, community groups, and residents about what’s working well, where support is needed, and what priorities should shape our region’s future. 

Your insights will help us identify opportunities for business growth, workforce development, tourism initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement. By sharing your feedback, you’ll play a key role in shaping policies and programs that directly impact the economic prosperity and social well-being of our region. This survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes, and your responses will help guide Council’s decisions to better serve our community and local economy.

If you prefer to remain anonymous, simply click Next to proceed without providing any personal details. Your feedback is still valuable and will help shape the future of economic and community development in Cootamundra-Gundagai. Thank you for your input!

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Business & Economic Landscape

1. What industry is your business or community group primarily involved in? (Select all that apply) *

AgricultureManufacturingRetail & HospitalityTourism & Visitor EconomyHealth & Social ServicesConstruction & TradesProfessional ServicesOther

Other (please specify):

2. What are the biggest challenges your business or community group currently faces? (Select up to three) *

Workforce shortages & skills gapsAccess to funding & grantsMarketing & business promotionInfrastructure & transport limitationsCouncil regulations & planning processesBusiness networking & collaboration opportunitiesDigital connectivity & technology adoptionOther

Other (please specify):

3. What aspects of the Council’s economic development work do you think are currently working well? (Select all that apply) *

Business networking & mentoring programsTourism & destination marketingSupport for events & festivalsAccess to grants & funding opportunitiesEconomic development projects (e.g., business attraction, infrastructure development)Other

Other (please specify):

Business Growth & Development

4. How can the Council better support business growth in the region? (Select up to three) *

Reducing red tape & streamlining approval processesOffering more business training & mentoring programsSupporting innovation & technology adoption (e.g., digital economy, smart farming)Expanding networking & collaboration opportunitiesInvesting in infrastructure to support business operationsOther

Other (please specify):

5. Are there any specific business or economic development projects you would like to see implemented in the next four years?

Workforce & Skills Development

6. Are you currently experiencing workforce shortages? (Single choice) *

YesNoNot applicable

7. What workforce development initiatives would benefit your business or community group? (Select all that apply) *

Partnerships with local schools & training institutionsMore apprenticeships & traineeshipsTargeted recruitment programs to attract skilled workers to the regionAccess to upskilling & training programs for employeesOther

Other (please specify):

Infrastructure & Planning

8. How important are the following infrastructure projects for business and economic growth? (Rate each from 1 = Not Important to 5 = Very Important)

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

Expansion of industrial land availability

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

Improved digital connectivity (e.g., better broadband & mobile coverage)

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

Transport & logistics improvements (e.g., freight, roads, airport development)

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

Town centre revitalisation & main street activation

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

Affordable housing development to attract workforce

Not ImportantSlightly ImportantModerately ImportantImportantVery Important

9. Do you have any feedback on how Council can improve planning and development processes for businesses?

Tourism & Visitor Economy

10. What type of tourism initiatives would have the greatest impact on the local economy? (Select up to three)

Expanding agritourism opportunities (e.g., farm stays, food & wine experiences)Investing in heritage & cultural tourism experiencesDeveloping new nature-based tourism (e.g., walking & cycling trails)Hosting more major events & festivalsEnhancing marketing & digital promotion for local attractionsOther

Other (please specify):

11. What improvements would make it easier for your business or community group to benefit from tourism growth?

Community Development & Engagement

12. Do you attend community meetings? *

RegularlyOccasionallyRarelyNever

13. Have you ever volunteered for a community project? *

YesNo

14. Do you feel your opinion matters in community development decisions? *

YesNoUnsure

15. Would you be willing to take on a leadership role in a community project? *

YesNoMaybe

Community Infrastructure & Services

16. Are you satisfied with the following services in your community? (Rate each from 1 = Very Unsatisfied to 5 = Very Satisfied) *

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Roads & transport infrastructure

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Healthcare facilities

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Parks & recreational facilities

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Public safety & emergency services

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Schools & educational facilities

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

Water & sanitation services

Very UnsatisfiedUnsatisfiedNeutralSatisfiedVery Satisfied

17. What is the most important infrastructure improvement needed in your community?

Community Identity & Cohesion

18. Do you feel a strong sense of belonging in your community? *

YesNoSometimes

19. Do you feel that your community is welcoming to newcomers? *

YesNoSometimes

20. Do you feel that your community supports those in need? *

YesNoSometimes

General Feedback & Future Planning

21. What is the one thing Council could do to better support economic development in Cootamundra-Gundagai? *

22. Any additional comments or suggestions? *

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