NVIRP will generate many opportunities for new and existing business within the region. A 2008 report, undertaken by Deloitte, found that Stage 1 of the irrigation renewal project will inject about $381 million into the regional economy and create more than 680 new jobs.
A wide range of business activities will see long-term growth as a result of renewing the system. Benefits to the region will include:
- innovation in the community and industry driven by on-farm improvements in efficiency
- new opportunities that stimulate growth of the already significant water technology industry in the Goulburn Murray area
- community confidence in meeting the challenges of climate change and growth
- new jobs that bring people to the area permanently who will contribute long-term to the local community.
| Early Works have already increased demand for products and resources and are boosting employment opportunities throughout the region. | NVIRP is creating a world class irrigation system and providing water security to ensure the region can continue to be prosperous and competitive with more water available for farming and improving river health. | NVIRP’s benefits will go well beyond the farm – a more efficient system will bring confidence to the whole region. All Victorians will be proud of the modernised system. |