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DESTINATIONA Vision for Canberra

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The Canberra Region is full of optimism and potential. As we hit our stride moving into our second century, we are making a mark nationally and on the world stage – but a city is never complete. Our national capital will continue to evolve and mature and it is critical that we set goals and priorities for the future, to map out where we want to go and how we plan to get there. Destination 2030 is a blueprint to guide action for the next 15 years. It will provide direction for business, the community and government – to ensure we make the most of our assets, capitalise on opportunities, build on our strengths, and future-proof against challenges that lie ahead.

Canberra Business Chamber has a vision for Canberra in 2030 – for a city that is liveable, connected, international, agile and resilient. Building on our existing assets, these five core themes are the collective aspirations of our business community and will be drivers for action – aspirations that can only be achieved through the commitment and partnership of business, the community and government.

We know that the key to long term strength and stability is a diversified, modern, clean economy driven by a confident and successful private sector and supported by enabling and forward-thinking government policy.

Canberra Business Chamber calls on government and all political parties to work with the business community towards our vision for Canberra in 2030, to follow our roadmap, to implement change and remedy challenges, and to support the long-term economic success of our national capital.

Destination 2030

Our vision for 2030

Liveable Canberra in 2030 will be the world’s most liveable city.

International Canberra in 2030 will be a global city increasingly recognised as a destination of choice for international visitors, as a leader in tertiary education and research and as a centre for international business.

ConnectedCanberra in 2030 will be a connected city supporting communication, collaboration and exploration.

AgileCanberra in 2030 will be a smart city that celebrates knowledge, supports learning and invests in new ideas, and is part of the global information hub.

Resilient Canberra in 2030 will be a leading sustainable city with an economy that performs through and with change, leveraging off its strengths as a liveable, international, connected and agile place to do business.20

30About Canberra Business ChamberCanberra Business Chamber (CBC) is the leading business organisation in the ACT and the Canberra Region.

We are the voice of the private sector, representing the interests of more than 5,000 business members as well as affiliated industry and association groups. We advocate for policy and investment decisions to enable economic development in the Canberra Region.

CBC supports business growth – connecting, advising and educating. We provide a forum for our members, industry and government to engage in productive discussion and we are committed to the positive economic future of our national capital.

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The key to long term strength and stability is a diversified, modern economy driven by a confident and successful private sector and supported by enabling and forward-thinking government policy.

Capitalise on our Assets

Canberra is a city of many qualities, strengths which can be used as levers to achieve economic diversification and resilience, to enhance liveability and build social capital, and to progress the city towards local, national and international connectivity. Our position as a centre for governance and a hub for the region, our industry potential for innovation and sustainability, and the quality of our research, education and cultural institutions are the tools that will help us to achieve our vision for Canberra in 2030.

• Create a coalition of existing organisations to establish a Committee for Canberra to champion the city and region and provide independent research and advocacy to support Canberra as a leading liveable city for all.

• Support major infrastructure and development projects to drive economic growth and new business opportunities.

• Deliver an Asian Market strategy for trade, business and tourism with quality supporting infrastructure.

• Procure, build and operate the Australia Forum.

• Leverage connections with national and international representative bodies to build Canberra’s status as a globally recognised city for business, trade and education.

• Upgrade regional road and transport infrastructure to ensure efficient and safe links within the Canberra Region and to support growth in business and freight including upgrade of the Kings Highway and duplication of the Barton Highway.

• Enhance the ACT Government procurement frameworks to increase the opportunities for small business to bid for, and win, core ACT Government work through transparent weighting criteria.

First Steps

• Develop centres for excellence in areas where we have a competitive advantage including promotion of leading technical and research organisations in cyber security.

• Achieve status as a Resilient City.

• Work collaboratively to develop a city that supports all citizens, including vulnerable members of the community, to prosper.

In our Roadmap to 2030 there are many actions.

Of these actions, this is where we start.

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Destination 2030 will be realised through the collaborative efforts of business, the community and Government. Canberra Business Chamber has identified a Roadmap to our vision for Canberra - key goals and actions to guide progress along the charted course to a Liveable, International, Connected, Agile and Resilient city.

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Create a coalition of existing organisations to establish a ‘Committee for Canberra’ to champion the city and region and provide independent research and advocacy to support Canberra as a leading liveable city for all.

Include autonomous vehicle use as a key element in achieving the integrated transport system across Canberra, and encourage AV use to support social inclusion.

Establish a shared ‘service centre’ to support small scale not-for-profit organisations to increase capacity and operate more effectively and provide access to business and professional training.

Establish population density targets to encourage urban living in Canberra’s Town Centres.

Realise the aspirations in the City Plan for a Cultural Precinct in the City Centre.

Generate innovative housing options including affordable housing in the city living marketplace.

Implement a strategy to deliver an efficient and reliable transport system that seamlessly integrates bus, cycle, light rail and private vehicles.

Encourage and foster partnerships between business and social enterprise to enable inclusion and equity.

Prescribe designated entertainment precincts in the City and Town Centres through amendment to the Territory Plan to encourage events and animation without conflict with residential zones, and invest in infrastructure to facilitate memorable events.

Ensure quality public realm and pedestrian connectivity in urban renewal precinct development.

Liveable

Vital City and Town Centres An integrated flexible and connected transport networkA healthy, happy and equitable community

Support major infrastructure and development projects to drive economic growth and new business opportunities.

Promote a brand for Canberra that reflects the aspirations for the city in 2030 to be a place of prosperity, vitality and growth.

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Deliver an Asian Market strategy for trade, business and tourism with quality supporting infrastructure.

Procure, build and operate the Australia Forum.

Attract over half a million international visitors per year to Canberra by 2030.

Establish Canberra as an international freight hub and grow exports from the Canberra Region.

Attract a diverse range of international flight carriers to multiple destinations with good connectivity.

Create a well-resourced Office for Investment and Business to actively market the Canberra Region to attract investment and international trade including through strategic and robust ‘business case’ collateral and an investment prospectus.

Strategically engage with embassies and high commissions to build relationships and foster international connectivity and trade opportunities.

International

Explore opportunities for new natural and outdoor adventure experiences across the Canberra Region to offer a broader range of tourism attractors for visitors.

Canberra is increasingly a destination of choice for Asian business and tourismCanberra Region is a hub of diverse, competitive exportsA national centre for discourse, diplomacy and conferencesCanberra Airport is a sustainable hub of international travel and freight

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Identify and preserve the future route for high speed rail into Canberra to ensure optimal integration with future transport networks including with the airport.

Develop Canberra’s communication infrastructure to achieve city-wide digital connectivity.

Build networks between research institutions, the ACT and federal governments and local business to maximise opportunity for policy that supports new industries and innovation in business.

Establish links with the ‘evocities’ initiative and champion Canberra Region cities as exceptional places to live and work.

Foster connections with business and government in other cities that have actively supported growth and diversification to learn from their experiences and to benchmark ‘best-practice’ industry practice and government policy.

Grow connectivity between Canberra and the Region by developing a Canberra Region Strategy in consultation with the Canberra Region Joint Organisation to determine the state of the regional economy and to identify and maximise opportunities.

Support small business to connect with established local innovators to explore and foster new ideas, encourage investment and grow capability.

“Smart cities apply digital technologies to make better use of infrastructure and public spaces, and to improve public safety. People interact in new ways, stimulating creativity and allowing the emergence of innovative clusters of businesses and more vibrant neighbourhoods”.

The Purpose of Place Reconsidered, Deloitte Australia

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Leverage connections with national and international representative bodies to build Canberra’s status as a globally recognised city for business, trade and education.

Upgrade regional road and transport infrastructure to ensure efficient and safe links within the Canberra Region and to support growth in business and freight including upgrade of the Kings Highway and duplication of the Barton Highway.

Prioritise improved connections via the Hume and Federal Highways between Canberra and western Sydney to enable better ‘live/work’ access for people in the growth corridor.

Australia’s best IT infrastructure available across CanberraA hub of collaboration between research and tertiary institutions, business, embassies and governmentBusinesses across the Canberra Region are connected regionally, nationally and internationally

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Identify and attract key priority industries targeted for growth in order to diversify the ACT economy through collaboration between Government, industry and the education sector.

Increase student uptake of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects to support knowledge industries.

Build capability of local business through supportive networks, relevant training and programs, and collaborative contemporary workspaces.

Enhance the ACT Government procurement frameworks to increase the opportunities for small business to bid for, and win, core ACT Government work through transparent weighting in criteria.

Develop mechanism for regular assessment of skills requirements for Canberra and the region to be reflected in the national and international Skilled Migration program and include targets for students, innovators and entrepreneurs.

Build strong links between research and education institutions and local businesses to meet skills demand and match growth industries.

Agile

‘Bridge’ Clunies Ross Street to establish a research and knowledge hub with partnership between the ANU, CSIRO, ACT Government and the private sector.

Establish an industry and government standard to maintain open data sets to enable diverse and responsive new applications.

Identify incentives to encourage establishment of new businesses in Canberra including through tax incentives and targeted sale of land.

Encourage new interactive technology linked to city infrastructure through student and industry tech challenges and publicly available city analytics.

A preferred destination for new, innovative business start-upsCanberra has a responsive and competitive labour forceLocal universities, VET providers and research institutions are leaders in thinking and training, attracting and retaining the best people and mindsRegulation supports business agility and innovation

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TOutsource delivery of non-core government activities to the private sector.

Develop centres for excellence in areas where we have a competitive advantage including promotion of leading technical and research organisations in cyber security.

Achieve status as a Resilient City.

Achieve global accreditation in renewable energy technology.

Create a training program for small and medium enterprises which promotes renewable energy and up-cycling of goods.

Establish a mechanism to promote green building standards and encourage sustainable built form.

Diversify our economy by establishing Canberra as a centre of excellence in renewable energy, cyber security and space research and development.

Foster collaborative relationships between our research institutions and national and international organisations to enhance knowledge and skills in growth industries.

Provide incentives to businesses who develop innovation in renewable technologies.

Resilient

One of the 100 Resilient Cities A diversified industry baseCanberra firms are recognised as leading innovators in renewable energy technologyAttracting national and international investment in green technologies and sustainable urban development

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Work collaboratively to develop a city that supports all citizens, including vulnerable members of the community, to prosper.

Grow and develop the food industry across the region.

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