Regional Economic Development
Dubbo Regional Council takes a holistic approach to the region’s economic development, expansion, and growth. This involves working closely with businesses, educational institutions, and industry partners, all geared towards enhancing the liveability and overall productivity within our region.
We are dedicated to actively facilitating the attraction and expansion of new investments through enterprises, events, tourism, and residents, but also nurturing the advancement of current businesses, the broadening of industries, strengthening of the workforce, and the enrichment of the region, creating a diverse economic foundation that generates local employment opportunities, and expands the region’s economic base.
To discuss how Council can support your investment, complete the Investment Enquiry Form and a member of our Economic Development Team will be in contact.
Invest in the Dubbo Region
What Dubbo Offers
Dubbo is a thriving regional centre in Central NSW, offering:
- A strategic location meeting at the intersection of three major highways accessing one-third of NSW’s population
- NSW first designated Renewable Energy Zone (REZ)
- Powering growth and investment-ready infrastructure
- Regional city servicing a greater catchment of over 125,000
- Thriving, unique tourism industry – including Taronga Western Plains Zoo
- Affordable living, quality services and rural style freedom in a vibrant regional city
- One of NSW’s fastest growing multicultural hubs
Industry and Employment Opportunities
The Dubbo Regional economy supports an estimated 26,650 jobs, representing 48.6% of the 54,887 people working in Orana RDA.
For data and industry economic data on our Key Industries and Employment sectors, visit REMPLAN's Dubbo Regional Economy, Jobs, and Business Insights
Renewable Energy Zone (REZ)
The project is expected to attract up to $20 billion in private investment to the Central West Orana Region by 2030, and support 5,000 construction jobs at its peak.
The Dubbo Region will be the first operational Renewable Energy Zone in New South Wales; offering opportunities for local businesses, workforce, training and supporting infrastructure
More information visit our dedicated webpage; Renewable Energy Zone
Latest Updates and Resources
Contact Us About Your Investment Opportunity
Investment Enquiry Form Connect with our Economic Development Team through our Investment Enquiry Form to discuss how Council can support your investment, complete the and a member of our team will be in touch.
For more information contact ecdev@dubbo.nsw.gov.au
Dubbo Region: Publications and links
Discover more on our thriving economy and population growth and how we plan to develop, maintain, and strengthen our economic growth across the LGA. For more information contact one of our Team at ecdev@dubbo.nsw.gov.au
Dubbo Regional Council is committed to the attraction of significant private and public sector investment to provide a platform for continued, sustainable and successful growth for the Region. We are pleased to provide stakeholders and partners with information on current investment within the region.
Another service we provide our community is online tracking for current Development Applications (DA’s), which can be found on the Planning Portal.
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Keep up-to-date with Dubbo Region news and opportunities with the monthly Business and Industry newsletter. Subscribe here to receive directly; Dubbo Region Connect Business and Industry Newsletter.
View past newsletters at the list below.
Welcome Home: Discover the Dubbo Region
The perfect home is waiting for you in the Dubbo Region. Explore the Dubbo Region and find out why it’s the ideal place to call home.
The teams at the Dubbo and Wellington Visitor Information Centres can provide New Resident Welcome packs, tailored information for your interests, and listings for regional practitioners, specialists, and diagnostic services.
Fill out the New Resident Enquiry Form, and one of our team members will be in touch.
Last Edited: 04 Aug 2025