Live & Work
Business Opportunities
Launceston is a fantastic location for business and investment. We offer:
• Excellent transport infrastructure and close proximity to main freight distribution centres;
• Relatively inexpensive business operating costs including lower wages;
• Highly productive and loyal workers (with the lowest level of lost time due to industrial action)
• Well-advanced ICT infrastructure and a well-resourced and innovative ICT sector undertaking research and development;
• An enviable lifestyle (based around a comfortable climate similar to the south of France, a vibrant events calendar and excellent local food and wine);
• Close proximity to Melbourne (one hour direct flight) and Sydney (less than two hours direct flight); and less than three hours drive to all parts of the state;
• Strong collaboration between government and industry; and A learning culture with high quality education institutions.
Information about investing in Launceston and Tasmania can be found at the Department of Economic Development and Tourism website. Download the Northern Tasmania Regional Economic Development and Investment (REDI) Plan which provides detailed information on infrastructure and current investment activity.
Information about the Northern Tasmanian economy can also be found at www.northerntasmania.com.au
Click here for general information about the Tasmanian economy, environment and communities including Launceston.
For more specific information on development and investment opportunities in Launceston, please contact Launceston City Council's Manager Economic Development, Anna Stephenson on (03) 6323 3154 or email anna.stephenson@launceston.tas.gov.au
The Launceston business community is supported by the Launceston Chamber of Commerce, Northern Tasmania Development, Cityprom, Department of Economic Development and Tourism and the Launceston City Council