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44 Business View Australia - March-April 2016 PUBLIC WORKS &
AT A GLANCE
WHO: Great Lakes City Council
WHAT: A leader in the provision of
infrastructure and services which
sustain and enhance the natural
environment and achieve a quality
lifestyle for residents and visitors.
WHERE: Forster NSW 2428
WEBSITE:
An area of 3300 square kilometres
in the Mid North Coast region of New
South Wales falls under the purview
of Great Lakes Council. Located three
and a half hours drive north of Sydney
and about two hours drive north of
Newcastle, this coastal community
has a population of 35,000.
The area is known for its agriculture,
aquaculture and tourism and the
main population centre is around
Forster-Tuncurry. The region has a
Great Lakes
CouncilMeeting the Needs of
the Community