District Council of Grant - Economy

Economy

The economy of the district relies on a range of industries, including agriculture, fishing, forestry and tourism.

Cereal crops and horticulture dominate many agricultural areas in the district, with beef, dairy and sheep production also prominent activities.

The fishing industry in Port MacDonnell is mostly reliant on the rock lobster industry, as well as certain scalefish, and is a significant factor in the economy of the area.

Forestry production and related secondary industries of logging, milling and paper production are major economic and employment generating activities.

Tourists are attracted to the district by natural features such as the coastline, the Canunda National Park and Lake Bonney as well as the European heritage making the area a popular and growing tourist destination.

During autumn, many visitors also arrive to take advantage of the run of Bluefin Tuna along the coast, with fish caught out over the edge of the continental shelf.

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