Economic Development
Natural resources are the foundation for, and strongly linked to economic and social benefits within the Mid Murray Council region. The economy is dominated by primary production (broadacre grains, livestock, horticulture, fruit, nuts and wine grapes) and both production and revenue from these industries and the secondary industries that depend on them are closely tied to climatic conditions. Tourism has traditionally provided an important second source of revenue to the region.
Economic Development services are provided to Council by Regional Development Australia – Murraylands and Riverland Inc. which promotes industry to our Council area. A prospectus for Mid Murray, ‘Ready for Business and A Place To Live’ is being finalised. Council also provides funding for tourism promotion projects through Destination Riverland, Murraylands Tourism Partnership & Murraylands Regional Tourist Association.
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News
An initiative of the Mid Murray Council this newsletter is about promoting and sharing economic, tourism and development news that is occurring throughout our region.
See the first edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 1 - May 2018
See the second edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 2 - August 2018
See the third edition of the Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 3 - December 2018
See the fourth edition of the Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 4 - July 2019
See the fifth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 5 – September 2019
See the sixth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 6 - December 2019
See the seventh edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 7 - March 2020
See the eighth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 8 - June 2020
See the ninth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 9 – September 2020
See the tenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 10 - December 2020
See the eleventh edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 11 - March 2021
See the twelfth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 12 – June 2021
See the thirteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 13 – September 2021
See the fourteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 14 - December 2021
See the fifteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 15 - March 2022
See the sixteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 16 – June 2022
See the seventeenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here - Newsletter 17 September 2022
See the eighteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 18 – December 2022
See the nineteenth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 19 – March 2023
See the twentieth edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 20 – June 2023
See the twenty first edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 21 – September 2023
See the twenty second edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 22 – December 2023
See the twenty third edition of Mid Murray on the Move! here – Newsletter 23 – March 2024
If you would like to subscribe to the newsletter please contact the Council office on 8569 0100 or via email at postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au
Economic Profile
A great way to access Census information collected by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for the Mid Murray Council area, including population statistics, maps and economic information is by heading to the Australian Bureau of Statistics website. Click here to search data by regions and in particular local government areas.
Special Events
Tourism is a major Council focus and a Tourism Action Plan has been developed to support and implement initiatives. Council supports the Mannum and Morgan Christmas Pageants and other community events including the Swan Reach Country Music Festival, Mannum Truck and Ute Show and True Grit at Cadell.
Tourist Information Service
Council provides a tourist information service from a restored historic building adjacent Arnold Park Mannum. It is run by a paid manager, and operated by many volunteers. Tourist numbers visiting the centre grow from year to year.
Mannum Dock Museum
Council is responsible for the operations of the Mannum Dock Museum Board. This Board has under its care and control, the paddle steamer Marion, which is a State Heritage listed item. A historic paddle boat dry dock forms part of the museum display.
An interactive display “All Steamed Up” involving in interactive exhibition that outlines the challenges and mechanical operations of a heritage steam vessel on the river has been launched.
Riverland Battery Power Plant
Mid Murray Council is pleased to support Lyon Solar with their proposal to develop the world’s leading Riverland Solar and Storage Project in Morgan. This project will provide vital stability to the power grid in South Australia, and ultimately more broadly across the east-coast.
The project will combine a 330-megawatt solar photovoltaic farm with additional grid-stability provided through the development of 100MW battery for four hours of storage (ie 400 MWh capacity).
The project will provide critical energy supply infrastructure that will produce enough renewable electricity each year to supply approximately 110,000 homes.
Mid Murray Council is working closely with the Lyon and Downer Groups to maximise economic potential, employment prospects and sustainable futures in our local area.
Mid Murray Council is compiling a database of locally available skills, equipment and accommodation on behalf of the Lyon and Downer Groups.
To register your interest in employment opportunities, inform us of skills or equipment that may assist in the project or local accommodation available for rent or lease, please use the online registration form.
If you require any further information please see the media release, email postbox@mid-murray.sa.gov.au or telephone the Council on 8569 0100.