Economic Research in:

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Regions

Completed Projects - Economic Modelling

Recent Projects

Economic Impact of the Port of Geelong (2010). More details...

Economic Contribution of Tourism and Agriculture to the Kangaroo Island Regional Economy (2009). More details...

Community Economic Analysis (2009). More details...

Economic Analysis: Fishing Industry Impact Study – Kimberley LNG Project (2009). More details...

National Climate Change Coastal Vulnerability Assessment - Yorke Peninsula Case Study (2009). More details...

Economic Trends in South Australia's Commercial Fisheries: 1997/98 to 2007/08 (2009). More details...

Economic and Environmental Indicators for South Australia and its Regions (2009). More details...

Economic and Environmental Indicators for South Australia and its Regions: Conference Presentation (2009). More details...

Port of Port Kembla Economic Impact Study (2009). More details...

Economic Indicators for the Commercial Fisheries of South Australia (2009). More details...

The Economic Impact of Aquaculture on the South Australian State and Regional Economies (1998 to 2009). More details...

Economic Assessment of Melbourne East-West Link Options (2008). More details...

Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Planning Socio-Economic Aspects (2008). More details...

Flinders Ranges and Outback Strategic Tourism Plan (2008). More details...

Port Economic Impact Studies – Several (2000-2008). More details...

The Australian Ornamental Fish Industry in 2006/07 (2008). More details...

Assessing the Value of the Livestock Export Industry to Regional Australia (2007). More details...

Lower Murray Drought Impact Study: Economic Impact of Low River Flows (2007). More details...

Kangaroo Island Reduction in Transport Costs Study (2007). More details...

Victor Harbor Marine Facilities Upgrade (2007). More details...

Net Economic Impact of the Proposed Gaia Forest Plantation Company Development on Kangaroo Island (2006). More details...

Economic Assessment of the Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre (2005). More details...

Economic Impact of the Timber Industry in the Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia (2005). More details...

Western Mount Lofty Ranges Regulatory Impact Report (2005). More details...

Study to Investigate and Recommend an Appropriate Quantum of the Water Based Levy forthe McLaren Vale Prescribed Wells Area Water Allocation Plan (2005). More details...

SA Economic Impact of the Timber Industry in the Green Triangle Region (2005). More details...

Economic Impact of Hardwood Chip Exports from the Port of Portland on the Green Triangle and Australian Economies (2005). More details...

Economic Impacts of Landuse Changes in the Mount Lofty Ranges Watershed (2004). More details...

Economic Analyses for the Impact of Drought Conditions and Water Restrictions on River Murray Irrigation Industries and Regions (2004). More details...

The Economic Impact of the Brisbane Festival and The Economic Impact of Riverfestival (2004). More details...

Quantifying the Economic Contribution of Regional South Australia (2004). More details...

Social, Economic and Environmental Values and Indicators for the Lower Murray Region (2003). More details...

The Risk and Economic Impact of Phylloxera in South Australia’s Viticultural Regions (2002). More details...

Fin Fish Planner (similar software developed for the Longline Oyster and Abalone) (1998 – 2000). More details...

Latest News

Economic Impact of Aquaculture on the SA State and Regional Economies

28 July 2010: The Hon Michael O'Brien released a media statement today with the headline 'South Australia’s aquaculture industry experienced spectacular jobs growth of 14.1 per cent in 2008-09' (click here for media release). See the latest EconSearch report on the economic impact of aquaculture on the SA state and regional economies for more details.

Economic Analysis of Road Funding Options on Kangaroo Island

12 July 2010: The Kangaroo Island (KI) transport strategy identifies the need for transport investment to support future agricultural and tourism industry developments. Julian Morison presented the results of modelling the costs and benefits of transport infrastructure investment to a meeting in Kingscote of KI Council and community members.

Presentation to the Asian Studies Association of Australia

8 July 2010: "SA's Engagement with the Asia Pacific Region: Primary Industries" was the topic of Julian Morison's presentation to the Asian Studies Association of Australia 18th Biennial Conference held in Adelaide.

2020 Vision for the Australian Feedlot Industry

July 2010: A report prepared by EconSearch, Feedlot Services Australia and Warwick Yates & Associates on the economic impact of projected feedlot industry expansion was reported on in the July edition of ALFA Lotfeeding magazine. Contact Des Rinehart at MLA on (07) 3620 5236 or email him for further details.

Projects by Industry

The list of completed projects below is sorted by Industry Sector. You can click on the name of the sector to go direct to that group of projects.

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