EDA diversify to thrive and survive Conference Dinner and Study Tour

05 February 2016

Economic Development Australia (EDA) will host a conference and study tour next month on the topic, Diversify to Thrive and Survive. Key areas explored will be manufacturing, agriculture, health, tourism, retail, transport and logistics and the need for a diversified economy.

The event which takes place on 10 March, includes high level national and international speakers including Michael Shuman, a globally recognised expert on community economics. 

EDA’s purpose is to promote sustainable economic development in all levels of government across Australia. Membership exceeds 300 Australia-wide with state practitioner networks established in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia and the Territories.

EDA is committed to supporting economic development practitioners to increase the social, economic and environmental prosperity of Australian communities.

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