The Central Coast, Devonport, Kentish and Latrobe Councils have completed their first joint project since forming the Mersey Leven Strategic Alliance in September last year.

The Mersey Leven Industrial Land Study found that there is currently only 67.2ha of vacant industrial land available in the Mersey Leven region, which is equivalent to approximately 18 years’ supply. It suggests that regional councils should identify 20 – 30 years of supply and sets out how the four councils can deliver that in order to support jobs, attract investment, and ensure that existing businesses have room to grow. The study also proposes the concept of a Mersey Leven Major Enterprise Precinct near Devonport Airport, which would bring together a cluster of sites to support large-scale industries, and could serve as a catalyst for further joint work in the area of investment attraction.

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The Mersey Leven Strategic Alliance – Central Coast, Devonport, Latrobe and Kentish Councils – has worked together to prepare the Mersey Leven Industrial Land Study. This is the first joint project of the Alliance, and it sets out how we can plan for future industrial land across the region. Having the right land available is essential to support jobs, attract investment, and ensure our local businesses can grow.

The study looks at current supply, future demand, and possible new sites for industrial activity in each council area. It also proposes the concept of a Mersey Leven Major Enterprise Precinct near Devonport Airport, bringing together a cluster of sites to support large-scale industries. The outcomes will influence where future businesses and jobs are located, how land is zoned, and how Councils can advocate for growth that benefits the whole region.

Community feedback will help shape the final study. You can tell us if you agree with the analysis, support or have concerns about the identified options, or if there are other opportunities or risks we should consider. Input will be used to refine the study before it goes to each Council for endorsement in November 2025.

The draft study is open for consultation from 6 October to 19 October 2025.

Community feedback will help shape the final study. You can tell us if you agree with the analysis, support or have concerns about the identified options, or if there are other opportunities or risks we should consider. Input will be used to refine the study before it goes to each Council for endorsement in November 2025.

• The level of support for the analysis and options presented in the draft study.
• Priorities for different industrial land supply options across the four municipalities.
• Views on the concept of a Major Enterprise Precinct.
• Any additional considerations or local insights not yet identified.

• The requirement to prepare the study and consult, as set by the Alliance.
• Statutory planning obligations under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act and State policies.
• Timing of final endorsement at Council meetings.