Bell Bay Industrial Precinct the Ideal Location for Industrial Development
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BELL BAY INDUSTRIAL PRECINCT THE IDEAL LOCATION FOR INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Office of the Coordinator–General www.cg.tas.gov.au CONTENTS WELCOME TO THE BELL BAY INDUSTRIAL PRECINCT................................................................... 2 INTRODUCTION FROM GEORGE TOWN MAYOR ............................................................................ 3 THE BELL BAY INDUSTRIAL PRECINCT, GEORGE TOWN AND BEYOND ............................... 4 WHY BELL BAY? ............................................................................................................................................... 6 POSITIONED FOR SUCCESS ....................................................................................................................... 7 ROAD ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7 SEA .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7 AIR ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7 RAIL ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8 ELECTRICITY SUPPLY ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................8 GAS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9 NBN ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9 WATER AND WASTE TREATMENT .........................................................................................................................................................................9 INDUSTRIAL LAND FOR INDUSTRIAL NEEDS ............................................................................................................................................10 A STABLE, EDUCATED AND SKILLED WORKFORCE ..............................................................................................................................11 BUSINESS IN THE PRECINCT ......................................................................................................................................................................................12 UTILITIES AND SERVICES ...............................................................................................................................................................................................13 CONTACT DETAILS ...................................................................................................................................... 16 Copyright Notice and Disclaimer Copyright in this publication is owned by the Crown in Right of Tasmania, represented by the Department of State Growth. Information in this publication is intended for general information only and does not constitute professional advice and should not be relied upon as such. No representation or warranty is made as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of any information in this publication. Readers should make their own enquiries and seek independent professional advice before acting on or relying upon any of the information provided. The Crown, its officers, employees and agents do not accept liability however arising, including liability for negligence, for any loss resulting from the use of or reliance upon information in this publication. Images used within this publication remain the property of the copyright holder. Images courtesy of Rob Burnett and TasRail. © State of Tasmania October 2018 WELCOME TO THE BELL BAY INDUSTRIAL PRECINCT The Bell Bay Advanced Manufacturing Zone is Tasmania’s leading large-scale industrial precinct. A place of strategic importance, Bell Bay’s advanced manufacturing pedigree stems from its history in housing the southern hemisphere’s first aluminium smelter, through to the present day where it has a reputation for supporting industry, business and employment in the region. As the state’s largest heavy industrial estate, Bell Bay benefits from sustained investment in infrastructure and services. Located in close proximity to the region’s natural assets with a deep water port, air, rail and road links, it is an ideal location for businesses to establish and expand. Bell Bay is the northern region’s centre for advanced manufacturing skills and expertise, having drawn a range of established businesses to operate from the site, including Bell Bay Aluminium, Kymera International and Timberlink. With extensive capacity and access to high voltage electricity, natural gas and raw and treated water, the site is an attractive location for energy intensive operations. Bell Bay’s Advanced Manufacturing Zone is also positioned in one of the state’s most scenic regions, just five kilometres south of historic George Town on the banks of the Tamar River. With picturesque landscapes and nearby lush pastures and outstanding vineyards, along with a temperate climate, the region offers remarkable advantages for visitors, residents and local businesses. The Tasmanian Government is committed to creating jobs and economic opportunities around the state, and we welcome the opportunity to hear your proposals and discuss the opportunities that the Bell Bay Advanced Manufacturing Zone and Tasmania have to offer. Michael Ferguson MP Minister for State Growth 2 INTRODUCTION FROM GEORGE TOWN MAYOR As the Mayor of George Town Council I would like to welcome you to our community and thank you for the interest in the Bell Bay Advanced Manufacturing Zone. We are a community on the move, with a ‘can do’ attitude and an appetite to grow and enhance our industrial base in the region and assist all prospective businesses who wish to utilise the unique attributes of our region and Bell Bay. Our Iindustrial zone is the largest in Tasmania and offers tenants access to a deep water port, a rail network, abundant green energy, a skilled workforce and a network of light and heavy industries to support your future endeavours and growth. The George Town Council is committed to growing the industrial base of the region through the provision of smooth and efficient services to existing and new prospective businesses who wish to relocate here. We pride ourselves on being progressive and ‘easy to do business’ with. As such we are pleased to endorse this prospectus. Our community is diverse with it’s administrative centre based in George Town, a vibrant viticulture sector, abundant agriculture, the historic Low Head precinct and a number of compelling coastal settlements that take in beautiful Bass Strait. We have a lot to offer both in terms of business and liveabilty. Our tourism sector is on the move with the development of an extensive network of mountain bike trails at Mt George as well as a range of exciting and compelling attractions designed to enhance the visitation to our area and grow our local economy. We are also investing in developing Regent Square at the heart of George Town to enhance our public space access and support our local retail base. As you can see, George Town Municipality has a lot to offer any prospective investor who wishes to become part of our regions prosperity. Greg Kieser George Town Mayor 3 THE BELL BAY INDUSTRIAL PRECINCT, GEORGE TOWN AND BEYOND “Where industry and lifestyle seamlessly converge” The Bell Bay Industrial Precinct (the Precinct) is located at Bell Bay approximately five kilometres from George Town in northern Tasmania. It consists of two distinct areas; the light industrial subdivision and the heavy industrial subdivision as well as additional tracts of industrial land surrounding these subdivisions. The Precinct benefits from being strategically located at the mouth of the Tamar River just 45 kilometres from the city of Launceston and 192 nautical miles from Melbourne (Port Phillip). The Precinct is Tasmania’s largest heavy industrial area, covering approximately 28 square kilometres and is recognised as a regionally significant precinct. Bell Bay has a long established and proud heritage of meeting the needs of multi-national and local businesses alike. Significant industrial activities currently operating within the precinct include Bell Bay Aluminium, South32 TEMCO, wood fibre facilities and the Tamar Valley Power Station. It is noteworthy that the Rio Tinto owned Bell Bay Aluminium was the first aluminium smelter in the Southern Hemisphere and continues to flourish in the region 60 years later. George Town is the local economic centre and close to the Precinct. It offers quality accommodation, dining options,