New South Wales Department New ofSouth StateWales 2006–2007 Department and Report Annual Regional Development

Annual Report 2006-2007 Level 49 MLC Centre 19 Martin Place Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 Australia T: +61 2 9338 6600 F: +61 2 9338 6860

The Hon Ian Macdonald MLC Minister for Primary Industries Minister for Energy Minister for Mineral Resources Minister for State Development Level 33, Governor Macquarie Tower 1 Farrer Place SYDNEY NSW 2000 The Hon Tony Kelly MLC Minister for Lands Minister for Rural Affairs Minister for Regional Development Level 34, Governor Macquarie Tower 1 Farrer Place SYDNEY NSW 2000 The Hon Joe Tripodi MP Minister for Ports and Waterways Minister for Regulatory Reform Minister for Small Business Level 31, Governor Macquarie Tower 1 Farrer Place SYDNEY NSW 2000 The Hon Matthew Brown MP Minister for Housing Minister for Tourism Level 34, Governor Macquarie Tower 1 Farrer Place SYDNEY NSW 2000 The Hon Verity Firth MP Minister for Women Minister for Science and Medical Research Minister Assisting the Minister for Health (Cancer) Minister Assisting the Minister for Climate Change (Environment) Level 33, Governor Macquarie Tower 1 Farrer Place SYDNEY NSW 2000

Dear Ministers In accordance with the Annual Reports (Departments) Act 1985, it is my pleasure to submit, for your information and presentation to Parliament, the Annual Report of the Department of State and Regional Development for the financial year ended 30th June 2007. Yours Sincerely

Michael Cullen Acting Director General 31 October 2007

NSW Offices Albury • Armidale • Bathurst • Broken Hill Buronga • Coffs Harbour • Dubbo • Goulburn Grafton • Kariong • Lismore • Newcastle Nowra • Orange • Parramatta • Port Macquarie Sydney • Tamworth • Tweed Heads Wagga Wagga • Wollongong Back cover: photo of markets at Leura courtesy of Blue Mountains City Council 3 NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 4 6 9 10 11 17 18 19 21 27 31 34 39 43 48 53 60 61 62 62 63 117 157 159 Letter of Submission in Review Year Director General’s Corporate Framework Framework Operating Environment Summary – Performance the Year Highlight Results of Organisation and Function Executive Team Organisational Capability – Our People Industry Investment Major Events Office for Science and Medical Research and Resources Policy Regional Development Small Business Development NSW Tourism Communications International Business Relations Retail Tenancy Executive Support Audited Financial Statements Appendices Access Index The Department of State and Regional Development thanks the Owners and Management of the MLC Centre for permission to use images of the MLC Centre in this report. 1 Contents 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

5 NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 , the The yearThe ahead The next twelve months will be an exciting and challenging period for the Department. The Plan in State particular has clearly set out our priorities and the targets which we must achieve. With improving business conditions and Plan the sending State a clear signal that New South Wales is ’Open I am optimistic for Business’, about the future. I wish thank to all staff for their support and contribution throughout would We the not year. be able achieveto our goals without your dedication and expertise. I am confident we are well placed continueto deliver to a high level serviceof the to community and Government. Challenges and opportunities theThis Government year, appointed Professor Jonathan West review to and report on innovation in New South Wales. During the year, Professor West reported on his Innovation Statement which identified priority industry sectors and innovation activity for the State. The focus will be on those industries that are most likely produce to benefits for the broader New South Wales economy such as logistics and transactionservices, financial services, entertainment, design and media, manufacturingand resources. Together with Plan the State Innovation Statement forms a ‘road for futuremap’ economic and business development in New South Wales. It was also the first full year the of expanded Departmental structure. I would thank like to all staff involved for their patience and support during the settling-in period. There are positive signs for the future growth in the economy State and this will present many opportunities for business New in South Wales. Increasing competition and the changing nature business, of skill shortages and global uncertainty will continue present to challenges for the stakeholders. and clients Department’s ,

. I commend all involved for their dedication and professionalism in dealing with this complex matter. Red tape reduction continued be to a key priority. the This Regulation year, Reduction completed Taskforce four reviews aimed reducing at the regulatory burden on business in New South Wales. The looked Taskforce at the motor vehicle retailing and services sector, accommodation, the food and beverages services sector, manufacturing(fabricated metal products, machinery and equipment and furniture) and the business and professional services sector. The Department was successful in attracting a number major of events New to South Wales during Highlightsthe year. included the Australian and Women’s Men’s Open Golf Championship, the Paris Opera Ballet’s tour Sydney to and support for the Socceroos and Football Federation Australia matches. Once again, Australian Fashion Week in May featuring the spring/summer collections was an outstanding success. In September many world this year, leaders and business people will visit Sydney for APEC. The Department is playing a key role in the preparations and development business-related of programs for APEC. It is a significant opportunity once to again showcase Sydney and New South Wales to world. the New South Wales was also successful in securing the prestigious new United States Studies Centre. The Centre confirms Sydney as the centre of activity in US-Australian business relationships and is expected to attract significant research grants and tuition fees New to South Wales. NSW continuedTourism its strong focus on partnerships and the development Brand of NSW Promotion regional of and Sydney tourism culminated in the publication sevenof new holiday planners which have been very well received. This year also marked the introduction Incentive theof Payroll Scheme Tax designed assist to businesses in areas higher of thanaverage unemployment. Supporting small business, and in particular regional business affected by drought, continues be to a priority for the Department. . and has been working across Amongst the many achievements during there the year, are a number notableof matters which I would singlelike to out. In June, the NSW Parliament passed legislation which provides a legal framework for the use of embryonic stem cells research. in The Department, through the Office for Science and Medical Research, played a critical role in assisting Minister Firth in the passing of this important legislation. Significant achievements The Department has been given responsibility as lead agency for two theof 34 priority areas in the State Plan Government develop to and implement the plan. The Department- led priorities are P1–Increased business investment and P6–Increased business investment rural in and regional New South Wales. Central themes for our priority areas are innovation and creating an attractive environment for business growth. This year has been one achievement of and renewal for the Department. Following the re-election the of Iemma Government in March this thereyear, were significant changes theat Ministerial level. The Hon Ian Macdonald MLC, assumed the role of Minister for Development, State with Kellythe Hon MLC, Tony Minister for Regional Development, the Hon Joe Minister for Small Business, MP, Tripodi the Minister Hon Matt Brown MP, and thefor Hon Tourism Verity MinisterFirth for Science MP, and Medical Research. These new appointments at the Ministerial level reflect the administrative and structural changes implemented last year whenthe Department was expanded include to the Major NSW, EventsTourism Unit and the Office for Science and Medical Research. I would also thank like to our former Ministers, the Hon Morris Iemma MP, the the Hon Hon Frank Sartor MP, David Campbell MP and the Hon Sandra Nori MP. theThis Government year, also articulated its vision for New South Wales through Plan the State

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. ; and NSW State Plan The NSW Plan was State released in November 2006. Its purpose is deliver to better results for the community from NSW Government services. The plan does this by setting clear priorities for Government action, with targets guide to improved decision- making and resource allocation over the next ten years. 34 In all, priorities for Government action have been established with targets guide to decision-making and resource allocation across five areas of Government activity. The Department’s activities are informed by the priorities set for the area ‘growingof prosperity across NSW’ The Department has lead responsibility for the delivery two of the of 34 Planpriorities: State Priority P1: ‘increased business investment’ Priority P6: ‘increased business investment in rural and regional NSW’ The Plan priorities State have established targets and the Department works with partner agencies deliver to on these. The targets Plan Priority for State P1 are continue to increase to business investment through making New South Wales a more attractive place doto business, and increase to tourist visitation New to South Wales by million visitor10 nights by 2016. Plan PriorityState P6 is guided by the targets established for Priority forP1 measurable growth in regional investment. Priority Delivery Plans have been prepared for each Priorities of P1 and P6, outlining strategies and milestones for delivery the of targets. Performance data is published progressively on Plan the State website www.nsw.gov.au/stateplan at . integrity through honesty, consistency and fairness equity and social justice respect for the diversity of multiculturalthe State’s base achievement through diligence, industry, creative thought, consultation and teamwork accountability, efficiency and effective professional service provision. Stakeholders and Stakeholders clients The Department’s clients span domestic and international companies allof sizes, as well as industry peak bodies, professional associations, business advisers, tertiary education and research institutions, and government departments and authorities. The Department adopts a partnership approach, working with business and other related agencies strengthento international the State’s competitiveness through increasing investment and productivity, and buildto business capability in New South Wales. Our values The Department gives effect to its mission and goals through the actions its of staff who uphold corporate values of: – – – – – The Department is fully committed socialto justice principles which include equal employment opportunity, ethical practice and access and equity. The Department strives integrate to these principles itsinto management and recruitment practices, its policy advice and its day-to-day dealings with clients. Our goals The environment for economic growth is increasingly complex and competitive, both nationally meetand internationally. To this challenge, the Department focuses on continuously refining and better targeting its activities contribute to a dynamicto and growing economy. Our goal is send to a clear message that New South Wales is an attractive place start to and expand business. in The Department’s goals and activities are informed by the priorities of the NSW Plan and State the NSW Innovation Statement providing leadership within Government on business, economic, tourism, science and medical research, small business and regional development issues adopting a whole-of-Government perspective with respect the to investment potential the of resourcesState’s supporting the interests of the community growing in the business sector pursuing a balance between economic development and the social, environmental and other challenges that confront a modern society. To advance theTo economic development Newof South Wales and bring new business the to by: State – – – – Our mission The Department and State of Regional Development was established in 1995 as the New South Wales Government’s key business development agency. The Department is responsible the to Minister for Development, State the Minister for Regional Development, the Ministerfor Small Business, the Minister and the for Minister Tourism, for Science and Medical Research. The Department provides expert advice Government to on advancing business development in both metropolitan and regional New South Wales. The Department delivers programs and services implement to the NSW Government’s commitment winningto new business activity for New South Wales and developing the capacity and productivity the of economy. State’s The Department adopts a whole-of- Governmentapproach its to role under the NSW Plan and State the NSW Innovation Statement and actively collaborates with the business sector and the community in its work. Who are we 8 NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 Albury-Wodonga Development Repeal Act 2000 No 18 Centenary Institute Cancer of Medicine and Biology Cell Act No 192 1985 Garvan Institute Medical of Research Act (NSW) 1984 No 106 Human Cloning and Other Prohibited Practices Act No 16 2007 Innovation Council Act No 77 1996 New South Wales Investment Corporation (Sale) Act No 50 1988 Regional Development Act 2004 No 58 Research Involving Human Embryos (NSW) Act 2003 No 21 Retail Leases Act No 46 1994 Small Business Development Corporation Act No 119 1984 DevelopmentState and Industries Assistance Act No 10 1966 New SouthTourism Wales Act No 46 1984 Very (RouteFast Investigation) Train Act No 44. 1989 Legislation The Acts administered by the Department are: – – – – – – – – – – – – – Priority NSW Plan and State DeliveryPlans Strategic Plan 2006-2009 Results and Services Plan Operational plans the at divisional level. external financial audit internal and external performance audit internal Audit and Review Committee internal managerial evaluation the Public Accounts Committee and the Treasury’s Forward Estimates process Ministerial oversight by five Ministers Parliamentary oversight through a variety committees, of such as Parliamentary Budget Estimates Committees. Corporate governance The Department’s corporate governance framework providesclear direction and transparency in decision- making across the organisation and supports its capacity achieve to its key results. In undertaking its activities, the Department works within the NSW Government’s framework reporting of and accountability. This includes the Government’s major initiatives in areas such as information technology, records,State corruption prevention, privacy, financial, and client services. The governance framework is supported by the operations the of Executive Management Committee and the Audit and Review Committee. Specific governance and planning documents include the: – – – – The Department’s activities and operations are regularly and rigorously reviewed through a variety internal of and external processes including: – – – – – – – . As part the of was announced in are to: . strategy, and a cornerstone logistics and transaction services financial services entertainment, design and media manufacturing resources, especially coal. improve human capital upgrade knowledge and information infrastructure reduce the cost business to of utilising science and technology encourage capital allocation to invest in innovation reduce regulatory barriers to innovative NSW companies. State Plan Priority State is the P1, Innovation Statement of Innovation Statement Government’s Economic and Financial Statement, Professor Jonathan West was commissioned by the NSW Government provide to advice on an innovation strategy for New South Wales. In response his to advice, the NSW Government’s Innovation Statement A key initiative the of Open for Business November 2006. A key principle the of Statement is focus to on key sectors that will sustain and develop high-wage, high-skilled, export-oriented industries with the greatest potential for innovation-driven growth. The five initial industry sectors for investigation and focus will be: – – – – – The Department will work with the advice the of NSW Innovation Council support to the private sector in strengthening the innovative capability these of sectors. The policy goals the of Innovation Statement – – – – – The Department will work with the Department Primary of Industries to develop a Regional Innovation Strategy consistent with Priority P6 the of Plan State 9 NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007

Strengthened clusters formed visitation grows friendly location friendly climate through: Regional business regional economy Competitive levels Competitive of entrepreneurshipof International tourism New businesses start Greater awareness of Improving business NSW seen as business Sydney as a global city Expanding science and and grow employment research knowledge base NSW wins Commonwealth Major events won for NSW Increased skills for business medical and research funds of researchof by business and services tourism sector Business grows strongly in NSW and productivity Expansion the of New technologies intensive products Commercialisation Tourism cooperativeTourism in marketing new of innovation by NSW strategy for business Greater awareness of innovation as growth companies through: products and services products and services and practices adopted Marketing knowledge- Increased growth and Adoption technology of Businesses develop new Higher levels innovation of partners win new business Supported research results Results NSW Open for Business NSW State Plan State NSW Increase business investment NSW in industries Stronger rural and regional economies Increased More NSW Priority P1: Increased business investment new markets Growing prosperity NSW across Exporters enter sector through: in major projects Set and achieve regional business growth targets Greater awareness State’s competitiveState’s by NSW companies by NSW companies of exportof as growth NSW businesses win strategy for business Higher export values internationalisation companiesexporting international business of the NSW business NSW business win more NSW export values grow More firms participate in Greater global supply and Internationalisation the of More firms start export to international trade forums supply chain opportunities major project participation Increase tourism million visitor in NSW by 10 nights by 2016 Priority P6: Increased business investment rural in and regional NSW

into NSWinto strengthened More potential formed in NSW Newcompanies and established NSW competitive investors targeted expanding in NSW a presence in NSW strengthsidentified Investors view NSW Regional businesses States and countries Greater investment in metropolitan and Increasedinvestment companies through: Intermediate results Intermediate results Intermediate results Intermediate results Established businesses Companies establishing regional areas by new more favourably than other Regional communities offer more business opportunities Framework NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 10 .

Business surveys report that sourcing skilled employees is the most pressing concern businesses, the to State’s both small and large. The Department has been charged with attracting high-end skills Sydney to from interstate and overseas, with a particular focus on the five innovation sectors identified in the NSW Innovation Statement The Department is identifyingskills gap solutions for these sectors, especially in regional areas, where shortages are felt acutely because theof smaller local of size labour markets. There continues be to competition fromconsiderable other states and territories for key employment skills. Continuing drought conditions continue present to economic development challenges in many parts regional of New South Wales. Many regional communities are dependent on drought vulnerable businesses such as meat and food processing. Restructuring global of industries, including automotive components and textiles, clothing and footwear sectors, is also impacting regional employment and industry development. The availability and cost water of is an emerging major issue across New South Wales. New South Wales export values have been traditionally linked coal to and agricultural commodities, but service exports now account for about 40 per cent export the of State’s income. Resources and primary products exports dominate the value and volume exports the of State’s and this will continue in 2007-2008. New South Wales longer term export success also depends on knowledge- intensive companies finding niche markets our in region, a goal central to the Department’s range services of for established and prospective exporters. the New South OverWales 2006-2007, unemployment rate averaged just 5 per cent. The early was the 1980s last time unemployment the State’s rate was this low for an extended period. New South Wales had In June 2007, one the of highest percentages of full-time employees all of States, with a participation rate which is a recordat high. New South Wales has thelargest economyState in Australia – valued billion in 2005-2006 – and $319 at accounts for around per 33 cent of Recent data showsAustralia’s GDP. thatthe NSW economyState isgaining strength. domestic State final demand grew per by 2.5 cent in 2006-2007 compared per cent growth to 2.1 of in 2005-2006. Expected solid growth in the global economy should also help accelerate growth the of NSW economy in 2007-2008. While business investment fell slightly per cent billion $38.4 to in by 1.7 2006-2007 following four years recordof growth, NSW business investment 2006-2007 in was the second highest on record, and New South Wales remainsthe with State the largest overall private business investment. Access Economics anticipates stronger assisted growthState in 2007-2008 by a recovery in housing activity. Access Economics also states that there is likely be to more balance among the drivers growth, of with continued solid support from public investment and consumer demand, moderate recoveries dwelling in and business investment and an improvement in exports as the recovers State from drought. Operating environment

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 12 , as well Priority Delivery Plans for Priorities and P1 P6 under Plan theState Greater investment in metropolitan and regional areas by new and establishedcompanies Increased investment NSW into Investors view NSW more favourably than other States and countries More potential investors targeted NSW competitive strengths identified Regional businesses strengthened Regional communities offer more business opportunities Secured million in the Sydney investment metropolitan projects area, which will $1,109 of people. Secured millionemploy in regional 2,312 investment New South projects $1,612 of people.Wales, which will employ 4,125 Attracted four financial institutions from India and China. These will further enhance Sydney as a leading financial services hub and are expected be to a source investment of leads from other sectors. Secured the establishment the of United States Studies Centre in New South Wales the at University The Sydney. of Centre will provide an environment for increased understanding and interaction between the Australian and North American business communities, and strengthening investment and trade ties between the two countries. Sponsored potential 438 business migrants, an increase per 35 of cent over last year. These business migrants are expected invest to more than million, $85 create more than jobs650 and generate million $363 in exports. Four the of projects won during the year involved Asia Pacific regional headquarters providing intra-company management services from a Sydneybase for operations in one or more foreign countries. Attracted companies involved in logistics and transaction services which will result in investments million $254 of and the creation 545 of jobs. Attracted three film projects New to South Wales involving an investment $66 of million jobsand the during creation production 1,650 of in New South Wales. Supported the establishment million a $30 of investment fund that will focus on medical research, and potentially generate million $7 additional in research and jobs 95 New in South Wales. Facilitated linkages between the National Information and Communication Technology Australia (NICTA) Centre Excellence of and other major research Centres Excellence of in New South Wales with potential technology users Australia in and overseas. NICTA has established strong research collaborations multinational ICT companies including Ericsson, Siemens, Bell Labs Wireless and Torino and, increasingly, NSW small and medium-sized businesses. Developed as providing data and assistance the to Department Premier of and Cabinet develop to performance indicators for these Planpriorities. State Intermediate results Service measures Planned result Performance summary – highlight results of the year NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 13 , delivering , a partnership between NSW export values grow NSW businesses win more international business Exporters enter new markets More firms start export to NSW businesses win supply chain opportunities in major projects More firms participate international in trade forums Greater awareness export of as a growth strategy forbusiness companiesparticipated 178 in the NSW Promotion Trade Program visiting 23 international markets. Companies reported export during the sales missions $960,793 of and visits, with a further $56.04 million projected months. in the following 12 eightWon contracts deliver to Austrade’s TradeStart Program the Department clients a total and Austrade. 104 of were During signed 2006-2007, theto program and 58 achieved export sales. ExportA total 103 of Development seminars and workshops were delivered. They were people.attended The Department, by 4,715 in collaboration with the Australian Institute of Export, launched the Getting Started in Exports Guide and Workshops Program information and skills assist to business exporters enter to new international markets. Strengthened partnerships with the Australian Government’s global network through the negotiation a Memoranda of Understanding of on cooperation with Austrade and Invest Australia. Strengthened close cooperation with Austrade and the Department of Foreign Affairs promote to industry and the Trade State’s capabilities in China and Japan. Hosted New South Wales the 21st – Guangdong Joint Economic Meeting in TheSydney. meeting involved 300 businesses and resulted in agreements on further cooperation between Sydney and Guangdong in vocational and further education, and tourism promotion. The Australian Technology Showcase (ATS) generated million more in new than $26 investment, exports and domestic sales. the program has helped Since 1997 more than 600 companies generate to exports, investment and domestic sales valued at more million. than $635 Provided support and exhibition space trade at shows including the Australian International Airshow, MEDICA2006, and CeBIT Wine Australia Australia International. 2007, New South Wales companies exhibiting these at shows generated business more than 526 leads and expect generate to more than $64.3 million in business outcomes from participation. The Australian International Sporting Events Secretariat commenced operations in July 2006, and conducted a promotion the at Doha 2006 Asian Games highlight to Australian expertise organising to committees major of sporting events Asian including the 2010 OlympicsGames in Guangzhou Games and 2012 in London. Service measures Intermediate results Planned result Increasedinternationalisation of the NSW business sector NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 14

pursued separate 26 attracted user sessions. 32,625 Business grows strongly NSW in Businesses develop new products and services New technologies and practices adopted by business Supported research results marketing in new of products and services Greater awareness innovation of as a growth strategy for business Managed the development the of NSW Innovation Statement released by the Premier in November 2006. The Department million provided four to Cooperative $2.795 Research Centres, helping attractedto million from $75 the Commonwealth and $44 million investment of from industry and university partners. The Centres will employ people. and train more than 214 The NSW Industry Capability Network (ICN) helped NSW companies secure to million in new business.$214 This represented per cent increase an 18 over the previous year’s result and million included in business more won than $190 by companies in regional New South Wales. million in capitalProvided funding $10 the to Hunter Medical Research Institute for a major Government/University State partnership that will see million a $90 facility constructed Newcastle, at attracting and maintaining research clinical excellence in the region as well as making the area an even more attractive place do to business. servicesProvided 1,729 investors to and small business innovators. The online Innovation Advisory Service www.ausinvent.com at Three Innovation Clusters held seminars, participants, 24 involving 613 provide to continuous learning forums growing to firms. Assisted Aboriginal building companies secure to more than $4 million dollars in subcontracting work, creating new jobs. more than 150 Participants from the Women in Business Program reported per that 52 cent increased their business turnover per and 27 cent had increased employment numbers as a direct result the of program. Facilitated alliances with the coal mining industry resulting in the Hunter, in an Aboriginal enterprise successfully winning three contracts the to total $490,000 of for work on land remediation, heritage restoration and fencing. Conducted the third Regional the to Food Hunter and Orana Tour regions, linking food industry buyers and experts local to regional producers. Sydney-based A total 17 of food buyers met with more than 50 regional producers. Immediate sales resulted from the tour. 2007 Conducted four promotions in Parliament showcase to the food and wine products from New South Wales some to 800 key metropolitan trade buyers and media representatives. forumsConducted help to members 11 the of Western Sydney IT Cluster grow their business. Membership the of cluster increased companies by 30 270 to during the year. BioLink deals exceeded million sinceBioLink 2005. $1 commercialisation opportunities presented by eight member institutions. BioLink also negotiated collaborations and cost-savings for two member institutions valued million. $1 at Intermediate results Service measures Planned result Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 15 received visits, an increase 914,336 of Program which will bring skills the to in identified State areas shortage. of Major events won for NSW NSW seen as a business-friendly location NSW wins Commonwealth medical and research funds Regional business clusters formed New businesses start andgrow employment Four Small Business Regulation Reviews were undertaken in 2006-2007 on motor vehicle retailing and services, the accommodation, food and beverage services, metal manufacturing and business and professional services industry sectors. Small Business September 2006 hosted 340 events attended by more than 50,000 people. The website www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au 66 per cent over 2005-2006. people A total 4,827 of were registered receive to the electronic Small Business newsletter. Business Advisory Services delivered services a total380,216 of and more than workshops520 were conducted, attracting participants. 6,229 Supported more than visa 772 applications for sponsorship under the Drive for Talent Secured major sporting events in football, rugby golf, league and cricket occur to between and 2009 2007 with substantial economic and other benefits expected for New South Wales. Managed million a $3 mass media campaign NSW Mean We Business promoting NSW business opportunities state-wide, to interstate and overseas audiences. Managed media campaigns and the production materials of for key events such as Sibos 2006 the Advance (Sydney), Global 100 Australians Summit and the Beijing Sport Accord. More publications than 70 were produced during the year. Produced capability profiles for the aerospace, security, food processing, wine and biotechnology sectors, highlighting the strengths and expertise NSW of companies. Prepared 83 economic evaluations, providing quantitative estimates the of projects’ potential add to value economy the to State’s and generate to new investment and employment. Supported the work the of NSW Sea and Air Freight Councils improve to the efficiency exportof supply chains in New South Wales. new or expanded million 17 to researchAllocated facilities $15.1 under the National Collaborative Research Infrastructure (NCRIS). Partnerships built under the research will directly lead the to employment and training 500 of highly skilled researchers and students. Provided $600,000 accelerate to the establishment the of National Institute for Complementary Medicine the at University Western of Sydney. Conducted business-focussed 20 workshops on the ’Business Screen of End Media’ provideto regional filmmakers with access industry to expertise. In all 48 participants attended the five workshop series in four locations across regional New South Wales. Sponsored the fourth Country Week Expo in Sydney in August 2006 promote to the benefits relocating of regional to New South Wales. The expo was attended by 8,000 people. The Retail Tenancy Unit managed informal formal mediations, 353 mediations and 161 enquiries,and responded a decrease 8,150 to from enquiries 8,232 in the previous year. The decrease is due the to industry being more familiar with the bond scheme and using technology more regularly access to the necessary forms. Guide theTranslated Retail Arabic, into Tenant’s Chinese, Korean, and Turkish Vietnamese. Service measures Intermediate results Planned result Improving business climate NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 16 Sustainable growth NSW of tourism Maintenance NSW of and Sydney’s position as Australia’s premierdestination is assisted SydneyNSW, and regional destination awareness and interest are maintained destinationsTourism meet visitor needs Improved tourism industry effectiveness and government planning millionOver domestic 24.7 visitors stayed in New South Wales overnight. New South Wales received per cent 33.5 share visitors of per and cent 29.5 share nights of in Australia. New South Wales received over million 2.8 international overnight visitors, a share of per54.7 cent visitors of Australia. to International visitors spent over million 58.7 nights in New South Wales, a share 36.8 of per cent total of nights in Australia. television advertisingIn 2006-2007, promoting holidays in New South Wales reached million9.4 people, on average more than seventeen times. This represented an increase over 2005-2006 when television advertising reached 5 million people. Magazine and newspaper advertising reached million people, 14.3 on average twelve and a half times, compared with million 6.9 in 2005-2006. Public relations activity media for Sydney visits, campaigns included generating 118 more than destination 850 stories on television, newspapers, magazines and websites. Public relations activity for regional NSW campaigns included media 267 visits, resulting destinationin more than 1,500 stories on television, newspapers, magazines and websites. There wereseven which NSW through Missions a range Market through to 2006-2007, activitiesof allowed 56 industry participants establish to business relationships with the key travel distribution partners in their key and/or up-coming international markets. A total 654 of international travel distributors were invited New to South Wales experienceto the destination and establish business relationships with the NSW tourism industry. Conducted workshops in the Tweed area, the Lismore area, the Richmond Valley and the Riverina, bringing together local NSW, government, Tourism and regional tourism organisations and operators discuss to ways increase to the visitor appeal theirof destinations. Service measures Planned result Intermediate results Increased growth of the NSW tourism economy

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Departmentfunctional structure NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 19 for new managers and as a refresher for experienced managers, this program was delivered within a comprehensive development and coaching framework Induction a highly Program: rated first-day, then full-day introduction for new staff the to Department and the work environment, including briefings from the Executive team Young Professionals: a seriesYoung breakfastof forums with high- profile speakers for development theof Department’s Young Professionals group Graduate this Program: program involved the employment and development high-achieving of individuals, supported by mentoring, on-the-job learning and course attendance. The course’s alumni provide strong support the to current intake Management Development Program: Communications Unit Communications Unit Leanne Joyce Grad Dip Pub Pol Director Unit Executive Support Gary Offner Dip Law (BAB), MBA Director International Business Relations Unit David Morris MBA BA (Hons), Director Unit Retail Tenancy Ken Carlsund Dip Law (SAB), MBA Registrar – The Department implements a number professional of learning and development programs update to and upgrade the Department’s capability. these included: In 2006-2007, – – – continued run to successfully Training in recruitmentTraining and selection was provided, and recruitment policies and practices were streamlined to promote opportunities for all staff applyto for short-term and permanent vacancies. During the the Department year, recruited new 42 permanent full-time and five permanent part-time new starters. The Department’s Graduate Program with a new intake five of graduates beginning the program in 2007. graduatesTwo from the 2006-2007 program obtained permanent positions with the Department during the year. Policy and Resource Division and Policy Janine Ricketts BA (Hons), Grad Dip Lib Sci Executive Director Division Regional Development Michael Cullen (Ec) B Com Executive Director Small Business Development Division Julie Scott B Bus Executive Director NSW Tourism John O’Neill BA (Hons) Executive Director and General Manager Learning and development Operating the at interface between public and private sectors, the Department employs skilled staff from a variety backgrounds of and is committed their to ongoing professional development. The Department’s learning and development and study assistance programs provide opportunities for staff seeking extend to their professional, leadership, and workplace skills. well equipped respond to to contemporary business issues and policy and service needs conversant with the business tools and technology available them. to – The Department has a current staffing approximately of located 428 in the Department’s three Sydney offices and network regional of and international offices. maintain and improveTo organisational capabilities, the Department sets a high standard in recruiting and developing staff who are capable meeting of the needs of the Departmentand delivering agreed a widetargets. array In 2006-2007, rolesof and position descriptions were reviewed or created response in changingto business needs. Industry in the is State dynamic and becoming increasingly related to knowledge and availability skilled of human capital. As a result, the skills Departmentalof staff are continually updated ensure to they are: – Human resources Organisational capability – our people Director General Loftus Harris BA, FAICD Industry Division Michael O’Sullivan B Ec, GAICD Executive Director Investment Division Warwick Glenn B Sc (Eng) Executive Director Major Events Unit Kevin Simmonds BA (Hons) Director Office for Science and Medical Research Kerry Doyle PSM, BA (Hons) Executive Director Executive team NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 20 Staff recognition acknowledgeTo outstanding work, the Department’sannual staff awards ceremony recognised individuals20 and nine teams for successful outcomes in communication and teamwork, planning and risk management, improving organisational performance and/or client services. The ceremony celebrates and acknowledges the outstanding support and services staffof members across a range disciplinesof and business units. Career Development Courses Knowledge Based Training Skills Development Training Induction Program Management Development Program Career Development Courses Knowledge Based Training Skills Development Training Induction Program Management Development Program Executive Masters Public of Administration: three participants Graduate Diploma in Public Administration: three participants Executive Development Program: two participants. Career management The Department seeks promote to staff career development through study support schemes.Support provided during the year included participation in the: – – – In addition, sevenstaff were provided with financial support for tertiary studies develop to their professional skills, and Career Managing Your workshops were conducted. 16 190 142 16 a selection of 30 8 4 89 163 13 Skills development: development: Skills courses were offered and attended, including The Legal Environment, The Policy Process, The Art and Skill Negotiation, of Contract Law, Project Management, Writing Skills, Driving Skills, Procurement Performance Development or Development Achievement Plans: these plans were used identify to learning and development needs staffof and provide to staff with individual work plans tied to business plans. Internal Training Programs – Number of Participants Internal Training Programs Number – of Programs – –

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 22 promotinginnovation as a key driver economic of growth the need for smaller NSW companies be to able to attract capital, typically through investment, licensing, and strategic alliances with large foreign-based multi-national companies, support to their international growth plans the growing importance supply of chains as a basis for competing in international markets the increasing convergence technologyof in research and product development national and international competition for research funds and the need for co-investment on major projects environmental issues, such as global warming and water availability, which are creating constraints as well as business opportunities for various industries on-going trade liberalisation through bilateral trade agreements and multilateral trade negotiations, which are opening new up areas opportunityof intensifying international competition, particularly from low-wage countries and regions such as China, South-East Asia and South America. Strategic operatingStrategic environment The Department aims optimise to industry growth in an increasingly competitive and changing business environment, both domestically and internationally. Key factors include: – – – – – – – – . Supports the growth and internationalisation NSW of ICT companies through the application newof technologies by innovative NSW companies and links ICT research investments industry to and priority sectors the of NSW Innovation Statement Business and special events Supports selected international conferences bid at stage, and develops business leveraging programs around these conferences and other major events attracted New to South Wales. Logistics and transaction services Supports key organisations in the NSW freight and logistics sector identify to opportunities for improvement and growth in this key sector, including the services and information technology involved the in movement freight, of provides secretariat support the to NSW Sea and Air Freight Councils, and facilitates their input into planning infrastructure. the of State’s Information and communications technology (ICT) Advanced manufacturing – tooling, aerospace, automotive and defence Supports the growth and internationalisation the of State’s advanced manufacturing industries. Design, entertainment, media and creative arts Promotes NSWstrengths in film, television and visual effects, and the planning and delivery international of sporting events; assists technology transfer organising to committees internationalof sporting events; and supports the development innovativeof capabilities.

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Supports the growth and internationalisation food the of State’s and beverage processing industries and the textile, clothing and footwear, and timber processing sectors. Manufacturing – – Manufacturing food and agribusiness Manufacturing – medical devices and life sciences Supports the commercialisation innovativeof technologies and the growth and development innovative of businesses in the life sciences (pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device) sector. Innovation and technology Promotesinnovative NSW technologies focusing on priority sectors in the NSW Innovation Statement the commercialisation industry of driven science and technology, supports the Australian Research Council Centres Excellence of and other major national research facilities and facilitates in NSW, NSW companies’ access research to and development commercialisation opportunities. The Department through the Industry Division works with businesses, industry bodies, and government agencies identify to industry development opportunities in New South Wales, address impediments theto growth key of industry sectors; develop, commercialise and promote new technologies, and adopt innovative business practices that will enhance the international competitiveness New of South Wales. The Department organises industry forums, workshops, seminars and promotional events enhance to innovation and showcase development and business growth opportunities. The Industry Division consists theof following units: Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 23 Medical devices and life sciences The Department supported the NSWattendance medical 17 of device companies MEDICA2006, to the world’s largest medical device and supplies conference in Dusseldorf, Germany. The companies reported million in sales, distribution$16.9 and investment deals and the at the show, potential for a further $67 million in sales in the followingmonths. 24 andFood agribusiness The Department supported NSW 11 wine companies Prowein at 2007, the largest wine industry trade show in Europe. Participating companies expect generate to sales of approximately million. $3 The Department, in conjunction sponsoredwith NSW, Tourism Wine Australia International, the industry’s major promotional event, in Sydney during July 2006. Support was provided NSW companies 47 to exhibiting the at event, through promotional activities and an international trade and media briefing. The exhibitors generated business 326 million in leads and more than $1.4 anticipated sales, including around million export to $1 markets. Increased internationalisation of the NSW business sector Innovation and technology The Australian Technology Showcase managed(ATS), by the Department, supported the commercialisation and export innovative 100 of technologies 30 at developed June 2007) (as by small medium-sized to companies, per cent which of 13 were from regional New South Wales. Since the program its inception in 1997, has helped more than 600 companies generateto exports, investment and domestic sales valued moreat than ATS million.$635 In 2006-2007, companies generated more than million in new$26 investment, exports and domestic sales. . These projects , and Bollywood , Gillian Armstrong’s Death offered incentives attract to eight Business and special events The Department worked with the Sydney Convention and Visitors Bureau attractto international business events Sydneyto and support to event bids in priority sectors that have potential deliverto significant economic and business benefits the to In State. events be to 139 staged 2006-2007, between were won for 2006 and 2014 the These State. events will deliver an estimated million in expenditure$972 benefits the to NSW economy. Design, entertainment, media and creative arts The Film and TV Industry Attraction Fund overseas film and visual special effects projects New to South Wales. The wasState successful in winning three theseof projects – Baz Luhrmann’s Australia Defying Acts production Heyy Babyy involve aninvestment $66 of million in New South Wales and the creation jobs during production. 1,650 of Medical devices and life sciences The Department supported the establishment the of Medical Research Commercialisation Fund, milliona $30 investment vehicle funded by Westscheme and Statewide Superannuation, which will encourage the development Australian of medical research and new therapies for health disorders by NSW medical research institutes. Support is expected to generate a further million $7 in additional research funding and new95 research positions over the nextfive years for New South Wales. The Department supported the relocation the of Diabetes Vaccine Development Centre from the University Melbourne of the to Sydney Garvan Institute Medical of Research. The relocation will increase opportunities for research, clinical trialsand commercialisation in New South Wales, as well as raise the profileState’s in health research. Innovation and technology The Department provided the final instalment its of first-round million investment$20 in the National Information and Communication Technology Australia (NICTA) Centre Excellence.of NICTA continues to enhance New South Wales’ position as a leading information and communication technology hub in the Asia-Pacific. NICTA has generated an economic impact of million for New South Wales$168 over the past five years. The Department continued to encourage NSW’s Australian Research Council Centres Excellence of and Major National Research Facilities forgeto commercial partnerships with industry support to research and generate commercial outcomes. This has led for example, the to Australian Research Council Centre Excellenceof for Mathematics and Statistics Complex of Systems undertaking research for Macquarie Bank on faster mathematical methods for the valuation of complex financial products. The Department provided Blacktown Solar City Consortium, which comprises Integral BP Solar, Energy, Blacktown City Council, Landcom, ANZ and Big Switch Projects with access relevant to Government State programs help to it implement plans becometo one four of Solar Cities in Australia. An estimated million in $37 Commonwealth, industry and other funds will be invested in the project over the next six years promote to efficiency. energy Greater investment Greater in and metropolitan regional areas Major achievements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 24 has helped build to awareness More NSW companies than 140 participated in events conducted as part the of Department-sponsored promotion USA 2007 G’Day in Los Angeles and in January New York NSW food and beverage,2007. fashion, and innovation companies were strongly represented in promotional activities. USA G’Day 2007 Australiaof and its business capabilities in the market. US Medical devices and life sciences Funding was provided help to establish commercialisation services theat recently opened Macquarie Technology Business Incubator. The funding will be used deliver to mentoring and coaching services for start-up biotechnology businesses using It the will incubator. also help develop an online system guide to technology based companies in establishing appropriate financial and legal structures, business planning, and developing marketing and business development strategies. Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies Manufacturing The NSW Industry Capability Network (ICN) receives financial support from the Department to help NSW companies access project supply chains and other business opportunities. the In 2006-2007, ICN helped NSW companies to million in new business,secure $214 principally in mining, construction, manufacturingand energy projects. This represented per cent an 18 increase over the previous year’s result and included more than $190 million in business won by companies in regional New South Wales.

the Joint Congress the of International Federation Societies of for Surgery the of Hand and International Federation Societies of Handof Therapists, March 2007 the International Congress on Obesity, September 2006 Sibos, October 2006. AISES also supported companies bidding for contracts related the to 2008 Beijing Olympics, and the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, India. NSW companies that have had success include Maxxam International, which is developing the implementation plan for the 2008 Olympic International and Relay, Great BigTorch Events which designed, produced and delivered all the of sport presentation programs the at Doha Games. The Department sponsored the Rosemount Australian Fashion Week showcasing spring and summer Aroundcollections in May 2007. 80 Australian and Asian Pacific fashion designers, including 47 from New South Wales, showcased their fashion some to 200 leading store buyers and fashion media representatives from Australia and twelve overseas countries. Business and special events the DepartmentDuring 2006-2007, supported a number major of conferences including: in Sydney, – – – Information and communications technology The Department was a major sponsor Australasia’s CeBITof Australia 2007, leading ICT trade event. CeBIT attracts strong international participation and visitation. Exhibition space was provided innovative ICT 18 to companies from Sydney and regional New South Wales, including members theof and ATS Western Sydney IT Cluster. These exhibitors expect to generate more than million $6 in sales from their participation. Design, entertainment, media and creative arts The Australian International Sporting Events Secretariat (AISES), a joint initiative the of NSW and the Victorian Governments, commenced operations in July 2006 promote to the capability and expertise of Australian companies in the planning and delivery major of sporting events. A promotion undertaken the at Doha 2006 Asian Games highlighted Australian capability and expertise representativesto various of games organising committees, especially Asian Gamesthe 2010 in Guangzhou Olympics Gamesand 2012 London. in Advanced manufacturing The Department coordinated a promotion the at Australian International Airshow in Avalon withVictoria 15 in March 2007, aerospace-relatedorganisations from across New South Wales exhibiting and promoting their products and services domestic to and international aircraft manufacturers and prime contractors. The exhibitors generated more than 200 leads and expect generateto business outcomes moreof than $40 million over the next48 months. The Department hosted visits New to South Wales by retail and food service buyers from Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, Chile and various Asian markets, introducing them prospective around to 100 NSW food and beverage suppliers. Initial trial orders were received by many theseof companies. The Division also coordinated the participation NSW of companies in a range international of market development activities, including in-market trading platforms initiated by National Food Industry Strategy Ltd in the United Kingdom, India and Dubai. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 25 , In partnership with Microsoft Australiaand the Australian Information Industries Association, the Department supported the formation the of NSW.net industry cluster within New South Wales. The initiative aims enhance to the global capabilities NSW-based of software developers. Microsoft estimates that this initiative will benefit more than 2,000 NSW companies that utilise Microsoft’s platform for their software development. The Department assisted the Australian Information Industries Association establish to the Northern Sydney IT Cluster as part the of Association’s national CollabIT Program. This initiative is aimed at globally positioning the region and enhancing the technology capabilities innovativeof businesses in the region. Improved business climate The Department published capability profiles aerospace, the of State’s security, food processing, wine and biotechnology industries. These profiles highlight the strengths, expertise, products and services NSWof companies in these growth sectors. Innovation and technology The Department continued to provide support nine to Australian Research Council Centres Excellence of and four Major National Research Facilities during This the year. strategic investment research the in State’s capacity is helping generate to new value added industries, skills and jobs. The research undertaken in these Centres has a significant focus on key sectors identified in the NSW Innovation Statement including manufacturing, logistics and resources.

sponsoring an Oysters in the House promotion February in Customs at House, that enabled Sydney, NSW regional oyster, wine and tourism industries promote to their messages around to 300 trade and consumer attendees hosting a conference in July 2006 on opportunities associated with appetite control and healthy ageing providing funding toward an international market analysis of wellness foods, which identifies strengthsandgaps the in Australian foodindustry’s capability in this sector and prospective overseas business partners hosting Orange the Tasting dinner August in 2006 and the launch the of Lovedale Long Lunch help to in March 2007 promote NSW food, wine and culinary tourism capabilities. Other initiatives were supported by the Department promote to NSW’ food and wine industry, including: – – – – Information and Through the Western Sydney IT Cluster (WSITC), the Department continued support to the innovative and entrepreneurial growth of Western Sydney’s IT firms. More than 30 new members joined the WSITC bringing total during 2006-2007, membership companies. 270 to Five Forums Hot Topic and six Export Market Updates were conducted during The the year. WSITC Industry Capabilities Profile was updated to showcase members’ expertise in the manufacturing, health, finance, digital content, security, and education sectors. Advanced manufacturing More NSW than businesses 70 and research organisations were introduced representatives to global of defence companies and organisations, such as EADS, Rockwell Collins and Rolls Royce, through meetings and targeted events discuss to supply chain opportunities. communication technology the production and distribution theof NSW Fine Wines publication, developed in conjunction with the NSW Wine Industry Association and News A total Ltd. 385,000 of copies the of 64-page, glossy publication were distributed in The Sunday Telegraph in November 2006. A subsequent survey NSW of wineries showed that the media exposure from the publication led anto increase in winery visitation and sales the in regions a series Parliament of House regional food and wine showcases linkto regional producers with potential metropolitan clients. Showcases were held for Orange in August 2006, the Hawkesbury in November 2006 and the Southern Highlands in June 2007 the NSW Wine Industry Association event Parliament at House in October that enabled around 200 key trade and media assess to and 40 promote wines the Top theat 2006 NSW Wine Awards. Food and agribusiness Partnering with NSW and Tourism the Department Primary of Industries, the Department assisted with: – – – The Industry Division works with industry bodies such as AusBiotech, Medical Device Network, Australian Technology Park Innovations, and the NSW Enterprise Workshop deliver to professional development seminars buildto the commercialisation and business skills in start-up technology focussed life science companies. New South Wales hosted AusBiotech 2006, the annual national conference and partnering and investment forum for the Australian biotechnology industry, in Sydney in November 2006.national Over and 1,200 international delegates attended. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 26 , Innovation Statement NICTA, which currently employsmore staffthan 185 New in South Wales, has already established three spin-off companies commercialise to and take marketto the results its of research and development work. Its first spin-off Audinate, has company, successfully secured venture capital investments more of than $500,000 commercialiseto a new digital audio networking technology. Strong research collaborations have also been established with organisations in Australia and overseas, including multinational ICTcompanies such as Ericsson, Siemens, Bell Labs and Torino Wireless and, increasingly, NSW small and medium-sized businesses. opportunities improve to efficiency across the sea freight supply chain through coordination working of hours identified. The NSW Air Freight Council is working with freight forwarders modernise to work practices in the industry. Work done during the year included the development modular of packaging and standards of for refrigerated containers, and a review airfreight of security in Sydney. A consultancy brief was initiated for a majorstudy in response the to Government’s covering a comprehensive mapping theof sector, uptake current of technologies, and identification of innovation opportunities and barriers. a new award for Best Regional Wine List, designed help to encourage restaurants to feature NSW wines a three-year benchmarking study, track to the commencing in 2007, representation NSW of wines on restaurant wine lists throughout New South Wales. The Department has been a key facilitator research in linking NICTA’s capabilities with potential technology users in New South Wales and overseas. For example, NICTA researchers have been working with the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority develop to smart road and traffic management technologies that will reduce congestion and provide road users with more reliable point-to-point travel times. NICTA millionhas invested more than $7.5 in this research date. to – – Logistics and transaction services The NSW Sea Freight Council investigated container management processes and infrastructure NSW in ports identify to opportunities for improvement. Factors determining the viability regional of intermodal terminals were studied, and The NSW Government’s million $20 investment NICTA in has reinforced Sydney’s position as a leading global centre for ICT research and investment. ICT is also a major contributor innovation to and improved productivity the in priority sectors for New South Wales. With its national headquarters and three research laboratories in Sydney, researchmost NICTA’s of efforts are concentrated in New South Wales, with significant flow-on benefits for industry the in State. Case study Case Australia Excellence of Centre ICT National – ICT (NICTA) Food and agribusiness The Department supported the implementation a national of cellar door benchmarking program in New South Wales. This will allow the State’s wineries benchmark to their cellar- door performance regional, at State and national levels, and identify to opportunities increase to sales and visitation, reduce costs and improve profitability. Approximately NSW 25 wineries have registered participate. to The Department sponsored two initiatives by Restaurant and Catering NSW improve to the business climate for NSW wine companies:

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 28 China (July, September and May) India (November andApril) Germany (November) United Kingdom (November) United States America of (January). Four the of projects won during the year involved establishing Asia Pacific regional headquarters in Sydney, providing intra-company management services for operations in one or more foreign countries from a Sydney base. During the year the Department undertook investment missions to obtain and pursue investment leads in the following countries: – – – – – Financial services Seven financial service projects were attracted during involving the year, the investment million and the $595 of jobs.creation Highlights 224 of among these included Bank Baroda, of India’s the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, China Construction Bank and China The Union Pay. establishment theseof Chinese and Indian financial institutions in New South Wales will assist other companies from China and India establish to their operations in the as well State, as facilitating tourism from these markets. hedge-fundTwo related projects were also secured enhancing the growth thisof financial services sub-sector. Entertainment design and media The Department secured four projects from the United Kingdom, the United States America of and Germany in entertainment, design and media The projectsduring 2006-2007. included two digital games development studios, a magazine publisher and Arasor International, which will operate a photonics manufacturing and development centre Arasor Sydney. in will manufacture integrated circuits for the next generation laser of projection televisions and for telecommunications products. Logistics and transaction services The Department attracted a Sydney based service office for LAN Chile airlines and two call centres which support telecommunications and finance transactions. These projects will involve the investment $254 of million and the creation 545 of jobs. . logistics and transaction services financial services entertainment, design and media manufacturing resources, in particular coal. The Department, through its InvestmentDivision, secured investment29 projects during This represents2006-2007. an billion. Theinvestment $1.66 of projects people, will employ 2,130 generating exports billion. $5.6 of win theseTo projects the Department carried out international promotional efforts including delivering presentations decision to makers and providing assistance and advice that helped fast to track their implementation. The Department concentrated on the five key industry sectors, as identified in the NSW Innovation Statement These are: – – – – – One the of key achievements was attractto the United States Studies Centre the to University Sydney. of This project will reinforce Sydney’s role as an Asia Pacific regional headquarters for North American companies and provide a key conduit between business people in Australia and the United States America. of The Centre will increase understanding between business people in the United States America of and Australia, leading an to improved appreciation the of risks and opportunities investing of in New South Wales. In the past the availability low- of cost water and electricity has been important in attracting a range of water and energy intensive projects, such as paper making and aluminium smelting. In the current environment, the supply water of and electricity globallyat competitive prices is a strategic challenge. Major achievements investment Greater in and metropolitan regional areas . The Investment Division The Department works in an environment where the high value of the Australian dollar and competition from lower-cost jurisdictions such as India and China and more mature economies such as Singapore, Hong Kong, Europe and the United States Americaof provide challenges. In this challenging environment, the Departmentpromotes the State’s unique combination technical of and market sophistication, highly skilled workforce and ease interaction of with the North American and European markets. This has enabled New South Wales attract to high-value activities that use highly the State’s skilledand innovative workforce. These activities are complementary those to offered by lower-cost jurisdictions and compete with higher-cost economies, such North as Europe, America and Singapore. Strategic operatingStrategic environment Business and skilled migration The Department attracts and sponsors theto business State, migrants and migrants with skills in demand. Major projects The Department secures and helps streamline the implementation of large-scale projects logistics in and transactionservices, resources and other sectors the of economy. also includes China and India ‘desks’ dedicated attracting to business investment from these markets. Investment attraction The Department secures business fixed investment from international and domestic markets across a range of sectors, focussing on the key sectors identified in the NSW Innovation Statement The Department competes win to business investment for New South Wales against international and interstate competition, and attracts business and skilled migrants the to TheState. Department also facilitates the relocation, consolidation and expansion major of and strategic businesses within the State. It does this by: Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 29

The Department also hosted Careers in Financial Services seminars for graduates and young professionals in Brisbane and Melbourne during 66 In all, the per year. cent more of than 200 attendees reported they had, or planned register to their interest in employment in New South Wales with employers or recruiters represented the at seminar. Interstate Agreement on Investment Attraction The Interstate Agreement on Investment Attraction continued to provide a mechanism for the signatory States and Territories restrict to the use financial of incentives seeking in attractto investment projects and major events. All the States and Territories except Queensland signed the Agreement in 2003. States and Territories cooperate in the case internationally of contestable projects with a view declining to offerto any financial incentives, particularly where it is clear the new project or major event is committed Australia. to Business migration Foreign business owners and entrepreneurs areencouraged by the Department migrate to New to South Wales establish to operating businesses in the Departmental State. staff visited London, Manchester and Dublin during the year promote to New South Wales prospective to migrants. The Department sponsored potential438 business migrants, an increase per 35 of cent over last year. More than 90 per cent business of migration applicants sponsored by the Department are ultimately approved by the Commonwealth Department Immigrationof and Citizenship. These business migrants are expected to invest more than million, $85 create more than jobs 650 and generate million$363 in exports. Drive for Talent attracts skilled workers to Drive for Talent Department’s The Program live and work in metropolitan and regional New South Wales. Skilled workers are sought from overseas and interstate settle to in New South Wales. Expatriates are also encouraged repatriateto New to South Wales. The program seeks attract to people with skills in demand in finance, information and communications technology and bioscience to metropolitan areas. Regional business development authorities have also identified skills in demand in regional and rural areas. These skills differ from region region to and may include medical, engineering, town planning and trade skills. Under the Drive Program for Talent in 2006-2007 the Department supported more than visa 772 applications for sponsorship, which will bring skills to the in areas State where a shortage has been identified. New South Wales was promoted Australiaat Needs Skills Expos in London, Manchester and Dublin, as well as skilled to workers career at and employment expos in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth. As a result the of promotion Newof South Wales these at events, it is expected there will be an increase in skilled workers moving the to State in the long term. The Australia Needs Skills Expos were attended by 4,000 people, 500 whom of held discussions with Departmental staff the at Departmental booth. The National Careers and Employment Expos were attended by 145,000 people and large numbers held discussions with Departmental staff. The Australia Needs Skills Expos are expected lead to more to than 60 skilled workers applying for visas to migrate New to South Wales. the At careers and employment expos 40 skilled workers indicated that they planned move to New to South Wales.

The CEOs Forum on Economic Development brings together the CEOs NSW of Government agencies in a whole-of-Government approach handlingto major investment projects and issues affecting economic development. The Forum was chaired during the year by the Department of Premier and Cabinet and convened by the Department and State of Regional Development. Four meetings with proponents major of projects were held during the year help to streamline approval processes and/or implementation the of projects. CEOs Forum on EconomicDevelopment Other A market research a company, business processing operation, a satellite communications company and three health and medical related projects were also secured during the year. Resources The Department secured a zirconium extraction pilot plant and the development CBH of Resources’ Rasp mine Broken at Hill. These projects will involve investment $26 of million and the creation jobs. 108 of Manufacturing The Department helped secure to two projectsthein aluminium industry. The first was the establishment Ullrich of newAluminium’s aluminium extrusion plant the to Hunter Region involving investment million and $20 the of creation an additional of jobs. 52 The second project involved the establishment a Newcastle of operation by ECL Services, an engineering services company, involving jobs and investment 71 million. $1.2 of NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 30 The establishment this of facility confirms the Illawarra region’s growing status as a hub for knowledge industries, underlining its strengths in innovation. The New South Wales Department and State of Regional Development helped secure this project by providing business information, including information on the availability educatedof and experienced IT professionals, and other tailoredassistance. Accenture selected Wollongong ahead other of locations because the Illawarra has a highly skilled and motivated workforce and is geographically well positioned between Canberra and Sydney. The facility, which is located on the University Wollongong of campus, will service clients nationwide. Already, Accenture has created close new 100 to jobs in the region. These include many in highly skilled IT specialist areas such as programming, application development and program management. In March 2007, Accenture Australia In March 2007, established an information technology developmentand client support facility in Wollongong complement to its existing presence in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane. Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company with more peoplethan 158,000 countries. in 49 Accenture, Wollongong Case study

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 32 contribute theto State’s economic development and provide economic and social benefits for the community provide opportunities for the national and international marketing the of as State an events destination in established and emerging tourism markets reinforce Sydney’s position as a leading Asia Pacific business location and Sydney’s brand as Australia’s leading global city utilise sporting, the State’s cultural, tourism and community infrastructure, some which of is in public ownership promote Government messages about community participation in sport, fitness and healthy living, and complement other Government strategies provide an opportunity build to or upgrade infrastructure as a long-term legacy the to community provide support and employment opportunities the to burgeoning Australian event industry. Major events are important for Sydney and New South Wales because they: – – – – – – – the Premier JuneOn 2007, 25 announced the appointment of Australian Rugby Union Chief Executive, John O’Neill, as the interim chair a new of NSW Events Corporation drive to a more aggressive approach attract to major events Sydneyto and the State. Sir Nicholas Shehadie OBEAC (Chair) Mr David Baffsky AO, Chairman, Accor Asia Pacific Mr Phillip Coles, AM, Chairman, NSW Institute Sport of and IOC Member in Australia Mr Richard Colless AM, Chairman, Sydney Swans Mr Jon Donohoe, Chairman, Westpac Helicopter Rescue Service Mr Loftus Harris, Director General, Department and State of Regional Development Mr Peter O’Connell, Corporate Finance, Babcock and Brown Ms Margy Osmond, Chief Executive, Australian National RetailersAssociation Mr Alan Whelpton AM, Chairman, NSW Sports Advisory Council Director,Ms Sandra AO, Yates Saatchi and Saatchi Australia. On 30 the June 2007 Major Events Board comprised: – – – – – – – – – – Strategic operatingStrategic environment The Department operates in an environment strong of national and international competition from cities and governments seeking acquire to major events, reflecting a growing international recognition that major events can generate benefits for host communities. coordinate the assessment eventof proposals maintain a target list of potential events make recommendations on events support take a lead role and/or contribute the to development event-related of policy and strategy in consultation with the Department Premier of and Cabinet coordinate bids and lobby support for events coordinate post-event evaluations actively participate on Government event forums liaise with public sector agencies on coordinated support for events. The Major Events Unit supports the NSW Major Events Board in its role to advise Government on major events opportunities for New South Wales. The Unit’s ambit spans sport, business, arts, cultural, entertainment and lifestyle events. Working with its network of key stakeholders and through membership event of forums, the Unit contributes the to development and implementation a coordinated of event strategy for New South Wales. The Unit’s role is to: – – – – – – – – Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 33 the Sydney Olympic Park Authority designto and staff a Sydney promotional exhibition stand the at Sport2007 Accord international sports conference in Beijing the Sydney Film Festival and the NSW Film and Television Office developto proposals for an international jury prize as part theof Sydney Film Festival the Australian Performing Right Association develop to proposals for an international music expo combining a conference, retail exhibition and showcases. chaired the Event Liaison Group, a monthly forum through which key public sector agencies consider coordinated support for events in Sydney and NSW represented the Major Events Board’s interests on the Central Sydney Operations Group and its executive committee which are chaired by the Office Protocol of and Special Events, Department Premierof and Cabinet continued assist to the Office Protocolof and Special Events, Department Premier of and Cabinet, a review in the of Government’s user charges policy provided assistance the to Sydney 2009 World Masters Games Organising Committee regularly to review its administrative and operational policies. Partnering with: – – – Event advocacy The Department led or participated in a number policy of initiatives: – – – – the Australianfootball women’s teams’ home Beijing 2008 Olympic Games qualifiers against DPR Korea, Hong Kong and Chinese for Taipei Coffs Harbour the 2008 World Laser Championships and World Masters Laser Championships for Terrigal the Masters 2007 Australian Football National Carnival National Long Board Championships for Port Macquarie over 2007-2009 the Festival 2007 and Events Association Annual Summit World Etchells Championships in 2012. Socceroos v Uruguay football match AustralianMen’s Open Golf Championships Rosemount Australia Fashion week spring/summer collections Paris Opera Ballet tour Chinese Parade New Year GP World Cup Motorsport of A1 International Drag Racing Challenge Medibank International tennis tournament Havaianas Beachley Classic Ironman Australia Triathlon in Port Macquarie Surfest in Newcastle. – – – – – – Supporting international events such as: – – – – – – – – – – – prepared the bid for the 2010 Golden Oldies World Rugby Festival partnership in with Australian Rugby Golden Oldies and the Sydney Convention and Visitors Bureau assisted Cricket NSW in preparation a bidof for the 2009 Women’s ICC Cricket World Cup unsuccessfully bid for the 2011 Presidents Cup in Golf commenced a feasibility study into a possible Sydney bid for World Expo and met with 2020 the Bureau Internationale des Expositions for this purpose. a football event package comprising the Asian Football Confederation Annual Awards (November Sydney FC 2007), v LA Galaxy match (November 2007) and Congress FIFA (May 2008) Australianthe Men’s Open Golf Championships over 2007-2009 Rugby League World Cup 2008 matches including the opening ceremony and a semi-final at the Sydney Football Stadium Improved business climate the DepartmentDuring 2006-2007, contributed the to promotion of Sydney and New South Wales as an events destination through: Event bids and feasibility studies: – – – – Securing national and international events, including: – – – Major Major achievements

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 35 , $1 million the to Capital$1 Markets CRC for finance sector research aims enhance to finance market integrity by identifying instances insiderof trading, market manipulations and money laundering Major achievements Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies Through the Science Leveraging Fund the Department provided four years $2.795 of funding (2006/07-2009/10) million four to Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) which were successful in the 2006 CRC Commonwealth funding round. These CRCs attracted million from$75 the Commonwealth and $44 million investment of from industry and university partners. The centres will employ and train more people. Funding comprised:than 214 – New South Wales researchers must compete withresearchers from other jurisdictions attract to funds from national and international sources, such as the National Health and Medical Research Council, the Australian Research Council, the Department Education, of Science and theand North Training American National Institutes Health. of Attracting such funding requires research critical mass and high quality capital stock and infrastructure, as well as world class researchers. It also increasingly requires an environment which balances collaboration with competition and where industry linkages are necessary. The Department’s programs and strategies, delivered through the OSMR, are designed build to critical mass and excellence through developing hubs and networks, promoting and funding shared infrastructure, and providing infrastructure and people support grants address to these challenges. The Office consists the of following units: New South Wales has internationally competitive strengths in areas such as clinical research, medical devices, proteomics, photonics and advanced computing. National biomedical research leaders in New South Wales include the Garvan Institute Medical of Research, Westmead Millennium Institute and Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute, as well as 11 universities, two which of are ranked globalin the top 100 universities. Policy The Policy Unit coordinates cross- divisional and inter-agency business, including Ministerial and Parliamentary matters, as well as operational and reporting requirements. It is also responsible for developing and implementing strategic cross-sectoral initiatives, managing and advising on policy, regulatory and legislative issues that span the scientific and medical research sectors, as well as devising and implementing grants programs. operatingStrategic environment Science The Science Unit develops and implements programs that strengthen science research and innovation capabilities in New South Wales, primarily targeting infrastructure and training. These programs also help attract to Commonwealth investment and encourage collaboration within the university sector through co-investment and industry alignment. Medical research The Medical ResearchUnit works buildto health and medical research capacity in New South Wales, increase the sector’s competitiveness in attracting research funding the to andState facilitate the translation researchof policy, into products and practice. It does this through targeted grants programs, the establishment researchof hubs and networks, and the creation partnerships of with relevant state, national and international bodies. . targeted grants programs strategic investments in areas strength State of creation research of networks and hubs sponsorship and organisation of workshops, forums, conferences and promotional activities advice on legislative, regulatory and policy initiatives impacting on science and medical research. attract increased investment in science and medical research and development in New South Wales optimise the effectiveness the of NSW Government’s investment in science and medical research facilitate translation research of effort product, into policy and practice, addressing health, economic and environmental priorities continuously identify new areas scienceof and medical research which may be applicable to New South Wales.

– – – – Key objectives are to: – – – – Working closely with business, the higher education sector, the scientific, health and medical research communities, the Department, through the OSMR, aims develop to an environment that is conducive researchto and development in New South Wales. OSMR works towards this outcome through: – The Office for Science and Medical Research (OSMR) works withresearch institutes, universities and businesses promoteto growth and innovation in science and medical research achieveto better economic, technological, health and environmental outcomes for the people New of South Wales. Its mission is enhance to research capacity and ensure that the research sector plays a key support role in implementing the major policy objectives Government of outlined under Plan the and State the Innovation Statement Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof Photograph by Paul Gosney Paul by Photograph NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 36 (SLF), the Department drove Australian Research Council (ARC) $1 million for a research-dedicated$1 cyclotron facility the at University Sydney’sof Brain and Mind Research Institute $4 million for the Australian MicroanalysisMicroscopy and Research Facility, headquartered theat University with Sydney, of a node the at University New of South Wales (UNSW) In addition providing to advice on the ongoing development medical of research hubs in New South Wales, such as governance models and mechanisms attract to capital funding, the OSMR continued its partnerships with NSW Health, the Cancer Institute and MotorNSW, Accidents Authority amongst others. These relationships served strengthen to the identification and implementation measures of to improve the coordination medical of research in New South Wales. Key activities focused on enhancing linkages among independent medical research institutes, research organisations within thepublic health system and the university sector in the State. coordination successful of research sector funding proposals the to National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS), Cooperative Research (CRC), Centre and Excellence of Centre programs. million was Under the NCRIS, $15.1 allocated new or expanded 17 to research facilities with strong industry links.Facilities will be based six at NSW universities. Investment from the SLF attracted million a further from $100 the Commonwealth, industry and university partners for science research infrastructure in New South Wales. These partnerships will directly lead to the employment and training 500 of highly skilled researchers and students. NSW Government funding match to provided for 2007-2010 Commonwealth investment through NCRIS comprised: – – Science The Department continued promote to and strengthen science research capacity in New South Wales through continuing engagement with the Commonwealth and the NSW research sectors. Under the Science Leveraging Fund $2 million$2 the to National Centre in HIV Epidemiology and Clinical Research the to $693,000 Centre for Immunology the to Centre for $627,220 Vascular Research the to Heart$528,660 Research Institute. million in capital funding$10 theto Hunter Medical Research Institute for a major State partnership Government/University that will see million a $90 facility constructed Newcastle, at attracting and maintaining research clinical excellence in the region as well as making the area an even moreattractive place dobusiness to and$70,000 in-kind support for the establishment the of Australasian Spinal Cord Injury Network as part its of ongoing commitment promote to research spinalinto cord injury and other neurological conditions the to $20,000 NSW Cardiovascular Research Network as a contribution towards strategic planning for its continuing development under$32,000 the NSW Spinal Exchange Program support to a six-week Visiting Fellowship during by Associatemid-2007 Professor Edelle Field-Fote, Director the of NeuromotorRehabilitation Research Laboratory the at Miami Project Cureto Paralysis $600,000 accelerate to the establishment the of National Institute for Complementary Medicine (NICM) the at University Westernof on top $4 of Sydney, million from the Commonwealth. NICM will build capacity and position Australia attract to increased investment for research and clinical trials for this growing industry, with herbal medicines alone currently valued at $60US billion annually. OSMR provided special research infrastructure grants support to the activities the of following organisations. These were: – – – – Other medical research-related grants provided were: – – – – –

operates, is BioLink has also $800,000 the to Smart Services CRC drive to world class innovation and commercialisation efforts in high value mobile and digital online services $500,000 the to CRC for Sheep Industry Innovations for research programs improve to the supply highof quality wool and meat products meet to emerging market demands $495,000 the to Hearing CRC for research and development dedicated developing to new hearing prostheses and procedures for hearing-impaired adults and children. – – BioLink is a commercialisation service established as part the of BioFirst Strategy million with a $2.6 grant over four years. The grant reporting and strategic framework in which BioLink managed by OSMR. BioLink became fully operational in 2005 and the value deals of done date to million. BioLinkis more than $1 – is currently pursuing separate 26 commercialisation opportunities presented it to by eight member institutions. negotiated collaborations and cost-savings for two member institutions million. valued $1 at Through the re-prioritisation of existing funding programs, support wasobtained for the $1million of establishment the of NSW Clinical BusinessTrials Development Centre which will commence operation in Further detailslate 2007. about this project are outlined under the Case Study the at end this of section. During 2006-2007, the DepartmentDuring 2006-2007, continued develop to initiatives to improve the competitiveness the of sector, increase research funding Newto South Wales, improve the retention researchers of and clinicians in the improve State, health outcomes, facilitate the translation medical of research findings, promote NSW capabilities for clinical trials, and provide economic returns New to South Wales. Improved business climate Medical research NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 37 , an annual event , which recognises websites were updated Science EXPOsed designed raise to awareness among high school students science of and the various career opportunities studying science can offer. The October 2006 event attracted more high school studentsthan 1,700 from more than 60 NSW schools. They attended the science shows, workshops, panel discussions and an expo NSW at Parliament House and the Hyde Park Barracks Poppy Science Tall the Young Awards outstanding young researchers across all fields science of and engages them in the promotion of science and innovation in schools and the broadercommunity. In all, young scientists15 were named Poppies Tall for 2006-2007 Young in recognition their of outstanding contributions areas to ranging from galaxy evolution cancer to cells. The awards were run by the Australian Institute for Policy and Science in conjunction with OSMR and also sponsored by the Office Other achievements OSMR launched a bi-monthly e-newsletter promote to science and medical research news and achievements in New South Wales. The newsletter has a readership of more than 600 subscribers in the scientific and medical researchsectors. NSWThe Research: of Science State Directory(www.osmr.nsw.gov.au/ state_of_research/science/) and The NSW Research: of HealthState and Medical Research Directory (www. osmr.nsw.gov.au/state_of_research/ health/) They provideduring 2006-2007. a comprehensive guide publicly to funded research undertaken by more than 700 organisations in New South Wales. The Department, through OSMR, undertook or supported several science education initiatives in Initiatives included:2006-2007. – – , the NSW Synchrotron Consortium which ensured that NSW investment million from $5 of GovernmentState and university partners will be expended line in with NSW priorities. OSMR also had a formal role on the Synchrotron Science and Technical Evaluation Working Group. Policy The Department provided strategic and funding support for the establishment the of NSW Clinical BusinessTrials Development Centre and the National Institute for Complementary Medicine. The latter followed a forum in November 2006, co-hosted with the National Health and Medical Research Council. Leveraging existing strengths and infrastructure, the Centres will build capacity and critical mass and, in turn, attract activity and investment to achieve improved economic and health outcomes for the State. The Department, through OSMR, coordinated business cases that led to a further million being $25 committed over five years life to sciences research and commercialisation programs. It also established a fund provide to travel scholarships for researchers in publicly funded institutions attend to conferences in areas strategic of priority. It managed a range other of awards, grant programs and events leading improved to awareness and knowledge research of advances, and translation policy to and commercial outcomes. Working with Industry and Investment Divisions, OSMR provided advice and made presentations international to government, industry and research leaders seeking research and business partnerships in New South Wales. Regulatory initiatives included ministerial support for the passage theof Human Cloning and Prohibited Practices Amendment Bill in 2007 This brought New SouthJune 2007. Wales line into with Commonwealth reforms and enabled research to be undertaken. Such research will contribute the to understanding and the treatmentsof, infertility for, and significant and life-threatening diseases. The Department, through the OSMR, provided advice on a range policyof and regulatory reviews affecting the research sector. –

, , including the Scientists , which seeks implement to $5 million $5 for an advanced materials research network spanning the Arasor-Bandwidth Foundry facilities the at Australian Technology Park, and UNSW, Macquarie, Newcastle Sydney, and Wollongong universities. This ‘start-to-finish’ research expertise providescapacity for the development technology of elements and fast prototyping of ‘next generation’ televisions, mobile phones and computer chips $400,000 for the establishment theof Genomics NSW Network facilities the at UNSW and Southern Cross University provide to core infrastructure and expertise for plant and human genetics analysis million for proteomics,$3.6 metabolomics and systems biology infrastructure and business development capacity the at Australian Proteome Analysis Facility, Macquarie University, and The UNSW. fund will provide expanded research capacity for human health, agricultural, food and environmental applications $600,000 for a biofuels research pipeline for the production of alternative vehicle fuel from plant and crop waste the at UNSW, the University Sydney of and University Macquarie $500,000 for research-scale biopharmaceutical protein production facilities the at UNSW. the Office the Australian of Chief Scientist nationally consistent approaches on biodiscovery and benefit-sharing in Schools initiative which aims to put 500 scientists in 500 schools during its pilot phase, commencing in mid-2007 the National Science Forum which comprises chief scientists and/or senior officials and allows discussion issues of importance of promotingin and sustaining science in Australia, including education the national Biodiscovery Working Group – – – – The liaison with the Commonwealth, and Australian States and Territories continued during the year through mechanisms including: – – – – NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 38 , , , organised , organised in June 2007 led a clinical trials delegation to the Boston BIO event, 2007 in May promoting NSW clinical trial2007, strengths and targeting business development opportunities and partnerships with companies based in China, Japan and India. OSMR has since built on this initiative, working with local and overseas industry and research partners connected overseas government and industry delegations with local researchers and industry promoteto collaboration and investment obtained million NSW of $1 Government funding support for the establishment the of NSW Clinical Business Trials Development Centre, which commences operations in September 2007. Thank You Day Thank You by Research Australia, in 2006 November Workshop Cell Stem by the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, in April 2007 Rural Health Research Colloquium organised by the Hunter New England Area Health Service, in May 2007 ASMR Medical Research Week, Science and the Human Future a lecture by Nobel Laureate Professor Peter Doherty as part theof Beautiful Centennial Minds: Exhibition the Nobel of Prizes at the University Technology, of in June 2007. Sydney, – – – – – – – – , , , organised , organised by , organised by the developed strategic and business plans for building NSW clinical trials capacity, following consultations withkey academic, clinical, research and industry stakeholders organised two symposia on clinical trials AusBiotech at 2006 in Sydney in November 2006. They were Opportunities and Challenges for Conducting Outside Clinical Trials the and US Western Europe – Pathways and Markets and Business Partnering Investment Forum – Clinical Trials National Science Week 2006 in August 2006 SCINEMA Festival Science of and Film, in August 2006 Ultimo Science Festival by the Powerhouse Museum and the Organising USF Committee, in August 2006 39th World Heart Federation 10-Day Seminar Teaching in Cardiovascular Disease Prevention and Epidemiology organised by the George Institute for International Health, in August 2006 World Congress on Alcohol Research International Society for Biomedical Research on Alcoholism, in 2006 September Bioinformatics Australia National Conference Ausbiotech, in November 2006 To progressTo this opportunity the Department, through its Office for Science and Medical Research: – – The Department also sponsored a number organisations of support to their conferences and events related science,to health and medical research, including the: – – – – – – , named , which provides JamieCallachor Eureka , which is Australia’s premier the Australian Museum Eureka Awards award scheme for outstanding science. Presented annuallyby the Australian Museum, the prizes reward excellence the in fields researchof and innovation, scienceleadership, school science, and science journalism and communication. OSMR sponsors the Prize for Medical Research in memory Jamie of Callachor, a valued colleague OSMR, of who passed away unexpectedly 2005. in The Prize is designed encourage to and reward emerging medical researchers and in 2006 it was awarded an to outstanding individual in the area mental of health and neuroscience research Sciencethe NSW Young Ambassador Fund scholarships through the National ScienceYouth Forum office. The scholarships assist selected NSW high school students attend overseas scientific conferences as part the of National Science Youth four Forum. During 2006-2007, students received scholarships, participating in a scientific study tour and attending the Canada Wide Science and Fair the London International Science Forum. New South Wales has significant strengths in clinical trials and clinical research. Stakeholder consultations indicated that the clinical trials sector was fragmented and lacked a central access portal for international groups seeking information about, or wishing conduct,to clinical trials in New South Wales. The consultations also identified the need connect to national and international groups and industry theto full range NSW of clinical trials expertise and improve the coordination NSW of clinical research and clinical trials. Building clinical trials capacity Case study Case – –

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 40 Strategic Management Framework theof Department Premier of and Cabinet, asset management, financial reporting, human resources and other agency corporate services planning Auditor General’s Office requirements Plan State Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney and regional sub strategies Innovation Statement Treasury requirements for budget reporting Results and services planning. logistics and business services financial services manufacturing entertainment, media and creative digital content resources, especially coal. Strategic operatingStrategic environment The Policy and Resources Division is responsible for ensuring that the Department’s activities and services are consistent with whole-of-government policies and procedures. Of these, some theof most significantare: – – – – – – – Following foundation work in one of 2006-2007 and 2007-2008, the key areas will be the benchmarking and measurement performance of against thetargets set under the Plan increase to State investment and regional business growth. To implement the delivery plans for these priorities will require a focus on the innovation sectors nominated in the Innovation Statement as being the areas greatest of potential increase to productivity and growth in the NSW economy. The industries nominated for initial emphasis are: – – – – – The Division is developing an implementation plan for the actions and goals set out Plan in the State for delivery across the Department by the relevant operating areas. Performance and governance The Performance and Governance Unit develops and manages the Department’s governance framework and manages internal performance reporting alignment in with the Department’s objectives and purpose. The Unit provides support theto Department’s Audit and Review Committee. The Information Management Services Unit manages the Department’s information technology infrastructure and services, including websites, databases, desktop services and applications. The Unit also delivers the knowledge and records management functions across all sites. Legal The Department’s Legal Counsel provides legal advice and representation the to Department’s Divisions and advice the to executive management team on contractual and administrative issues. Human resources The Human Resources Unit provides support and guidance on conditions employment,of training, equity, occupational health and safety, workers compensation and rehabilitation, grievance resolution, organisational change, performance management, job evaluation and establishment. The Unit is also responsible for implementing workforce management and industrial relations policies and procedures. Information management services Finance and administration The Finance and Administration Unit is responsible for financial and budgetary management, coordination and review financial of statements, reporting requirements, strategic financial advice, and coordination theof internal audit function and the management the of Department’s outsourced financial services. The Unit is responsible for administration and property services which includes lease negotiation and management theof Department’s various sites, and procurement policy oversight. Business analysis and information The Business Analysis and Information Unit evaluates the impact on the economyState’s projects of relating allto the Department’s results areas. As the principal source internal of research and analysis, the Unit supports decision making with economic and statistical advice, investment analysis, and comparison industries’ theof State’s performance with competitor markets. The Policy Unit advises the Director General and the Department’s Ministers on economic and business development issues, working closely with other NSW agencies, governments other in jurisdictions, industry and business groups to promote business the State’s interests. Policy The Policy and Resources Division supports the Department’s operations through diverse a range services of which include all aspects resources of management, and strategic advice Ministersto and the executive management team on economic development in New South Wales. The Division consists seven of units: Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 41 negotiations with China Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies The Department prepared economic evaluations identify to potential growth opportunities and prospects associated with specific projects companiesof looking invest to in the State. Web-based information is the principal method communication of between the Department and the NSW business sector. Significant improvements and efficiencies were achieved in reducing the number small of database and website instances, consolidating web ‘back-ends’ and progressively moving websites a single to hosting environment. These enhancements resulted significant in improvements in systems, network speed and reliability and financial economy, supported enhanced program delivery and allowed for the hosting more of than a millionpublic sessions theonwebsites. Increased internationalisation of the NSW business sector foster NSWTo international trade, the Department provided advice to the Commonwealth Government on Australia’s bilateral Free Trade Agreement and Japan, and early-stage bilateral trade talks between Australia and Chile. The free trade agreements are intended improve to access these to markets for Australian exporters and investors, and facilitate increased trade and investment between Australia and these countries. The Department supported Ministerial attendance Commonwealth, at andState Territory meetings of Ministers.Trade In addition, the Policy Unit supported the NSW–Asia Business Council, which plays a valuable role in giving support and direction NSW to Government activities foster to closer trade and investment relations with Asian economies. , Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) proposals were also assessed determine to the State’s interests in their approval by the Commonwealth Government. A total 83 of economic evaluations were completed, providing quantitative estimates the of projects’ potential add to value the to State’s economy, and generate to new investment and employment. Where relevant, these analyses included commentary on industry skills issues, economic flow-on benefits and potential clustering. The Department produced the flagshippublication New South Wales Competitiveness Report 2007 an annual publication which presents a range economic, of business and demographic information an in international context highlight to the strengths the of as State an investment location. The Department also produced profiles on growth industries in the including State, the biomedical, aerospace and metal product industries. These profiles are used promoteto NSW industry trade at and investment conferences, as well as provide information Departmentalto clients on the competitiveState’s strengths. The Legal Unit worked on a number fundingof agreements under various programs ensure to that key performance indicators contracts in are directed toward the achievement investmentof growth and innovation policy goals such as facilitating access researchto outcomes. , as well as . providing data and assistance to the Premier’s Department develop to performance indicators for these Planpriorities. State The Department coordinated the implementation employment, of innovation and investment attraction initiatives under the Sydney Metropolitan Strategy As part the of Small Business Development Division’s program redof tape reviews, the Division provided statistical profiles for the manufacturing and professional services sectors. The statistical profiles assist the review taskforce in making recommendations to simplify regulations affecting business. The reduction red of tape produces cost savings for business, thereby creating an environment conducive investment.to The Department developed Priority Delivery Plans for and P1 P6 under Plan the State Greater investment Greater in and metropolitan regional areas The goal the of Division’s activities is maintaining the smooth operation theof Department, which has diverse and dispersed functions. One of its primary roles is the generation and distribution information of and advice assist to Divisions, Government agencies, industry boards and councils in their decision making and activities. The Division has responsibility for coordinating the implementation Plan theof and State introduction theof Innovation Statement the to functions the of Department. Major achievements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 42 supported the Department’s information management systems and technology infrastructure, hardware and software relocated computer servers 17 from Grosvenor Place the to MLC Centre integrated the NSW, Tourism Office for Science and Medical Research, and the Major Events Unit the into Department’s human resources, financial management and information technology environment planned and commenced the upgraderegional of hardware to increase data security and better protect business continuity managed document, record and file movements, with more than 90 per centthe of Department’s correspondence with business clients conducted electronically introduced new file-registration and document-tracking software NSWfor the division Tourism processed more than 5,000 physical file creations and more virtualthan 150,000 documents developed and introduced a new Corporate Database theof Department’s clients across all Divisions upgraded and supported inventory, human resources and other related databases. The Department conducts the annual client survey small of and medium-size enterprises and investment clients. Overall satisfaction with the Department’s assistance was high, as was satisfaction with the knowledge and service staff. of Almost every business was strongly interested in using the Department’s services againin the future. The Information and Management Services Unit: – – – – – – – – – established and supported the NSW Manufacturing Council, whose role is provide to advice Governmentto on issues facing the NSW manufacturing industry. The Council provides a regular and structured communication link between the manufacturing industry, trade unions and Government along similar lines to manufacturing consultative bodies in other States and Territories managed surveys on the spending and length stay of of delegates and exhibitors five at major conferences held the at Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. The survey data will provide valuable input on visitor trends around major events. This information will enable the Department target to its activities increase to growth in tourism numbers and over night stays through the staging majorof events. Code Conduct of and Ethics Gifts and Benefits Conflicts Interest of Engaging and Using Consultants and Contractors Fraud and Corruption Prevention Protected Disclosures Labelling and Handling of Documents Confidential Harassment and Prevention. Bullying – – Corporate environment Major achievements during the reporting year included the review, update and publication the of following policies and guidelines: – – – – – – – – provided timely policy advice to Ministers and the Executive team on a range economic, of investment and business development issues facing New South Wales, enable to informed decisions stimulate to and sustain the as State a competitive business location acted as the interface with the Department Planning of on the development the of Sydney Metropolitan Strategy and subsequent subregional strategies and corridor plans. Departmental involvement brings an explicit business perspective planning to policy facilitate to a competitive and business-friendly land use management framework worked with the Department of Planning ensure to that a prime focus the of future planning for the Sydney Basin includes adequate land for economic activities. This resulted in the preparation and public release the of Employment Lands for Sydney Action Plan supported meetings the of NSW Skills Council, which is tasked with providing advice Government to on ways address to skills shortages in NewSouth Wales. This hasincluded initiatives address to specific skills issues in selected industry sectors As a part improving of business climate, economic impact assessments for footloose business projects, events, conferences, films and scientific research projects considering location in New South Wales were carried out. A significant number of these major events, including CeBIT, Wine Grand Australia, Prix the A1 and the Paris Opera Ballet were won for New South Wales. The Division: – – – – Improved business climate

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 44 designed help to the New Market Expansion Program companies pursue new markets by providing assistance for targeted marketing new of opportunities the Experts Travelling Program seminarsof designed provide to businesses with access expert to speakers on current business issues. A streamlined capital-raising program has been developed assist to regional firms prepare for raising capital to finance their growth. The revised program begins with a workshop, followed by a one-on-one consultancy for participants wanting prepare to a business diagnostic or a position analysis. Workshops were held in Nowra and Port Macquarie, with additional workshops planned in regions. other Business growth initiatives The Department’s regional business growth initiatives aim enhance to the competitiveness and growth of regional enterprises. These include: – – Industry restructuring business initiatives These initiatives are designed help to regional communities and industries respond economic to structural adjustment pressures. The Regional Economic Scheme Transition assists the development more of diverse economies and attraction new of investment and jobs. TheBusiness Drought Assistance Program provides payroll tax relief for regional firms helpto them retain skilled workers for the duration the of drought. Since offers it began, 105 payroll of tax assistance have been made, contributing the to retention of nearly jobs. 1,900 Assistance is also provided small to and medium-sized enterprises affected by the drought sothey can implement business improvement or recovery strategies, or diversify their operations. Under this component the of program, offers165 assistance of have been made the in five financial years to the end 2006-2007. of , , designed to the Regional Business Development Scheme the region specific Hunter Advantage Fund attract new investment and jobs to the Lower Hunter region including the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Maitland and Cessnock local government areas the region specific Illawarra Advantage Fund for eligible businesses considering establishing or expanding in the Illawarra region Incentivethe Payroll Scheme Tax which commenced on 1 July 2006 bolsterto business growth in areas with unemployment above the average.State’s Regional business investment initiatives The Department’s regional business investment programs aim secure to new investment by businesses contemplating establishing or expanding their operations regional in New South Wales. It aims harness to credible business opportunities and develop solutions overcoming to impediments a business to project proceeding. Emphasis is placed on developing non-financial solutions. With this mind, in the Division’s staff gather information and facilitate services with other government agencies and local service providers helpto business save time and money. Specific assistance includes helping with site identification and selection, negotiating with infrastructure and finance providers andliaising with training providers. In some cases, modest funding is provided as part a totalof package assistance of for a business project based on the value the of new investment and jobs generated. The business investment programs designed encourage to regional growth by attracting firms establish to or expand their operations, are: – – – – The Department’s approach to regional economic development is one strategic of intervention. Working in partnership with regional businesses and communities, the Department targets its assistance programs initiativesat that can make a real difference economic to development in regional New South Wales. Economic growth is promoted through the recruitment new of business investment, and helping existing enterprises grow to and improve their competitiveness. The Department also assists communities buildto their capacity harness to business opportunities and raise to the profile regional of New South Wales as a business destination. One the of Department’s key roles is capture to opportunities for investment and businessgrowth for New South Wales regions. achieve this,To there are specific financial assistance programs only available for regional businesses and communities, as well as the suite support of measures offered to companies in all areas the of State. The Department’s regional development programs and facilitation services, as well as the State-wide programs, are delivered through a network offices 19 of located in regional New South Wales. Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 45 , the establishment an engineered of components facility in Unanderra by Prokote Pty involving Ltd, the million and investment $1.9 of creation 40 of new jobs the establishment by Vinidex Pty a state-of-artLtd of continuous polypropylene dual extrusion corrugated and plain-walled polyethylene pipe manufacturing plant involving in Wagga Wagga, capital investment over of $18 million new and creation jobs. 19 of Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies regional 70 In all, firms were assisted pursueto new markets through the New Market Expansion Program firmsincluding who 14 participated in the Fine Food Australia trade show in September 2006. The firms who participated on the NSW government Stand Fine at Food have made immediate sales more of than and $70,000 anticipate additional sales $349,000 of over two years from leads generated the at show. Major achievements investment Greater in and metropolitan regional areas The Department secured 156 investment projects in regional New South Wales representing a capital millionand the investment $1,612 of jobs. creation and retention 4,125 of Examples projects of secured included: – – The Department’s objective is to increase business investment rural in and regional New South Wales where economic conditions are varied. In some parts the of slow State, recovery from drought continues createto challenges for regional communities retain to businesses and skilled employees. The availability waterof and its efficientuse by businesses is becoming an important factor for regional industries contemplating growth, as is road, rail and other infrastructure. For inland regional locations, population decline and an ageing population present some challenges for business growth, while many coastal areas have experienced rapid population growth without a commensurate growth in jobs. Ongoing industry restructuring also poses challenges for regional communities whose economies are dependent on one major industry. Promoting regional New South Wales The Department undertakes a range activitiesof promote to regional New South Wales as a viable destination for business and the skilled personnel required for the operation these of businesses. Activities are focussed on attracting investors and skilled workers regionalto areas, as well as business matching and market exposure for niche industries in regional areas. operatingStrategic environment , which which consists designed strengthen to the Regional Development Board ProgramInnovation provides a dedicated pool of funds for Regional Development Boards pursue to projects the NSW Regional Development Advisory Council regional economies theof Chairs 13 the of State’s Regional Development Boards. The Council provides advice the to Minister for Regional Development on regional development issues in New South Wales. the Main Street/Small Towns, and VillagesTowns Futures and Developing Regional Resources Programs – – The Department’s regional and community economic development initiatives provide an important base for leveraging business opportunities by engaging with key partners in regional communities. The Department assists a network Regional Development 13 of Boards pursueto economic development opportunities in their regions. The Regional Development Boards provide a strategic framework for economic growth and play a critical role in local collaborative efforts attractto business investment that will deliver sustainable long-term employment and regional prosperity. The Department works in partnership with Regional Development Boards, local government, business organisations, industry groups and regional development organisations helpto regional communities build their economic capacity harness to business opportunities and be better placed respond to business to needs. Regional and community economic development initiatives include: – Regional and community economic development initiatives NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 46 . Projects included Walgett Special One Co-operative diversifyto their business by producing pelleted stock feed and potentially new jobs create 12 Shire CouncilYoung undertake to a review commercial of and industrial landsthe in area assist to Council with planning policies cater to for expansion and optimal use employmentof lands. extension the of Murray Regional Development Board’s “Murray Now” regional growth branding campaign target to the attraction newof investment a series business-focused of forums by the Northern Inland Regional Development Board was offered support target to the visual arts industry help to develop the region’s visual arts industry’s business capacity. The EconomicDevelopment Conference in Inverell was held in October 2006 shareto knowledge and explore the latest developments in promoting sustainable economic growth in regional communities. The conference was attended by 230 people. projectsIn total, 61 were assisted investigateto economic opportunities and innovative approaches to economic development in regional New South Wales through the Developing Regional Resources Program support for: – – Regional 42 In all, Development Board projects were assisted to pursue economic development opportunities in regional New South Wales. Projects included: – – The fourth Country Week Expo in Sydney August in 2006 was sponsored promoteto the benefits working of and living in regional New South Wales. The expo was attended by 8,000 people. , 82 communities Towns and Villages and Towns Speed on Tweed Inc develop to the economic potential the of Speed TweedonFestival Murwillumbah.in In 2006, the festival injected about million from visitor$2.7 spending Brunswick Heads Chamber Commerceof undertake to a Business Retention and Expansion Survey and conduct three business development and marketing workshops. In November 2006, the fourth Building was Regional Tour Towns conducted visiting Wakool Shire and Parkes showcase to property investment opportunities builders to and property developers. The third Regional Food to Tour the Hunter and Orana regions was linkingconducted food May in 2007, industry buyers and experts local to regional producers. As a result, 17 Sydney food buyers met with more than 50 regional producers offering an extensive range fresh of and processed produce. provided The Tour the opportunity for the buyers and producers network, to and strengthen business relationships. As in the past, resultedthe Tour 2007 in immediate sales. Previous tours have typically resulted in sales more of than $300,000 months. in the following 12 Under the Main Street/Small Towns Program Futures Program wereassisted with projects leveraging million in funds$5.5 and creating 42 jobs. Examples projects of included: – – workshops 42 In all, were conducted for regional communities and attended people. by 1,465 Topics included business marketing, strategic planning and tourism development.

workshops attended by In total, 133 business workshopsIn total, 133 were conducted regional in New South Wales, attended by 4,187 people,Travelling including 24 people. included Topics 1,250 retail skills, leanmanufacturing and succession planning. There were workshops 20 on the Business Screen End of Media organised provide to regional filmmakers with access industry to expertise usually only available to metropolitan filmmakers. A series fiveof workshops where held in four locations across regional New South Wales and were attended by 48 participants. included Topics intellectual property, financing screen content projects, sustainable business models, marketing and audience, and pitching screen content. The Department assisted industry 33 membersclusters to with 741 foster and promote further industry specific development regional in New South Wales. Clusters have beendeveloped across industries including manufacturing, food and wine production, film, and tourism related industries. Industry support was provided through a combination facilitation of and financial assistance under the Department’s regional programs. The Department partnered with Westpac conduct to the Beyond Survival series workshops of in Tamworth, Griffith and Dubbo. The workshops aim help to non- farm business owners overcome the impact drought of through careful planning and financial decision-making. Financial principles that affect businesses were explored through real business case studies, and relevant financial management tools offered. A total 60 of businesses participated in the workshops. Improved business climate Experts NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 47 The Department assisted Bega Cheese’s expansion project through its business investment programs, and facilitated discussions with the Department Education of and Training regarding the further firm’s training and development needs. The support package will be critical the to successful completion Bega of Cheese’s expansion plans. www.capitalregion.org.au www.centralwest.com www.farwesterndevelopment.com.au www.gowest.org.com.au www.hunterregion.com www.irdb.com.au www.betterbusiness.nsw.gov.au www.mrdb.nsw.gov.au www.nio.com.au www.investnorthernrivers.com.au www.rrdb.com.au www.gws.org.au www.businesscc.com.au Websites Over a five-year period, new jobs 71 will be created as a result the of expansion, with Bega Cheese investing million in the project.$6.75 The investment will reduce processing bottlenecks and allow for 24-hour continuous production. Exports have been a major growth area for Bega Cheese with the company currently exporting to 50 countries. This latest expansion will lead increased to exports of cheese products. Regional Development Boards Northern Inland Regional Development Board Northern Rivers Regional Development Board Riverina Regional Development Board Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board (joint initiative the of NSW and ACT Governments) 3 Central Western4 Regional Development Board Western Far Regional5 Development Board Gowest Regional6 Development Board Hunter Economic Development7 Corporation Illawarra Regional8 Development Board Mid North Coast9 Regional Development Board Murray Regional Development10 Board 11 12 13 2 Capital Region Development Board 1 Business Central Coast Regional Boards Development Bega Cheese has grownfrom employees160 around to in 1996 following today, 530 deregulation theof dairy industry. Bega CheeseIn early 2007, commenced a further expansion theirof cheese cutting and packaging operations in Bega. Bega Cheese Bega Cheese Case study Case

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Regional Export Advisers Network A team nine of specialist Export Advisers delivered practical exporting advice small to and medium-sized theycompanies. In 2006-2007, reported advice companies, 739 to which collectively reported new million.export This sales $12.7 of demonstrates a 48 per cent rise in the value sales of by new exporters during the period. Significant issues currently affecting small business growth include skills shortages, increasing petrol prices, the macro-economic climate, managerial skills development, anti-competitive practices, labour market reforms, regulatory and legal impediments, and access some to international markets for services exporters. Major achievements Increased internationalisation of the NSW business sector International missions, visits and exhibitions The Department organised seven international trade missions and NSW stands five in international trade exhibitions. In addition, 58 companies were assisted undertake to independent overseas market visits. The Department assisted 178 companies grow to their export sales by participating in trade missions and exhibitions.A further 58 companies undertook independent market visits. The emphasis was on targeting companies and trade activities that operate innovative, in high value added manufacturing and service sectors. These NSW companies reported an annual average of 38.2 per cent in exportgrowth for the 2006-2007 year. Strategic operatingStrategic environment The business landscape is increasingly complex for small business with the heightened challenges a global of marketplace, swiftly changing technology, changing demographics businessof owners and consumer behaviour, aggregated purchasing and other competitive pressures. Around one third all of Australian small businesses are based New in South Wales. Small businesses make per 97 up cent all of businesses New in South Wales and employ more than one million people. Regionally-based small businesses account for nearly 37 per cent all of NSW small businesses. Small firms also make the up vast majority exporting of businesses in New South Wales. Accordingly, small businesses have a significant impact on helping grow trade to the State’s performance and the international market for NSW firms’ products and services. Business services Established, high-growth and export-oriented small businesses are supported through a range financial of assistance programs and services. A network business of development managers across New South Wales deliver guidance and support to businesses for market development innovativeof technologies, industry clusters and export markets. Trade services ServicesTrade offer effective ways for business identify to new export opportunities by providing access practical,to reliable and up-to-date information and advice on markets. A range assistance of programs and the Export Advisers Network provide hands-on advice and assistance to regional New South Wales companies taketo advantage international of market opportunities. Tailored businessTailored development programs are offered start-up to and micro businesses and special-needs operators, including young and female entrepreneurs, home-based business operators, and business owners from non-English speaking backgrounds. Business start-ups are well catered for with free business information available locations 47 at across New South Wales. Small business Program description In total, 2,487 small-medium enterprises accessed program and development support from the Department in 2006-2007. The Department works promote to an innovative, profitable and competitive small business sector in New South Wales. Its focus is assist to firms critical at stages the of business cycle and support the special needs particular of categories small of business operators, such as indigenous people, women, those who operate a business from home and exporters. Programs and services are designed supportto increased growth of small and medium-sized enterprises through the development of entrepreneurship, managerial and technical innovation and business best practice. Activities are targeted towards improvement in three key areas business of performance – sales, employment and exports. The Department guides small business policy by providing advice the to Minister for Small Business and Minister for Regulatory Reform, supporting the Small Business Development Corporation, and driving the Small Business Regulation Review process. The Department also continues undertake to industry- specific red tape reviews reduce to the regulatory burden on small business. Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 50 provides The program aims close to the gap between basic research and development and commercialisation. The High Growth BioBusiness program element assists established companies, whilst the Non-Research Establishment Costs program element helps start-up biotechnology businesses. 50 companiesDuring 2006-2007, received a total $615,000 of in funding. Assistance was primarily aimed supporting at commercialisation, intellectual property protection and export market development for biobusiness and medical device firms. Stepping-Up Program The Stepping-UpProgram access small to group workshops and a mentor for owners established of businesses seeking A total grow. to individuals and 169 organisationsof received financial assistance to participate in 40 programs. This delivered valuable skills businesses, to equipping young people under the age 30 with of the skills to commercialise new products and services. Established operators werealso assisted develop to their market, financial and export development proficiency. The program targeted innovative companies seeking specialist skills needed fast-track to their business growth, including preparation for sourcing external investment. BioBusiness program . assists small businesses to The Premier’s Exporter the of Year Awards 2006 was promoted through the Exporters Network helping to more than double new entrants. NSW companies won awards the in categories Small Medium of to Sized Manufacturer and the overall National Exporter the Year of Business clusters The Business Clusters Program supported industry over cluster 155 member companies through nine industry cluster groups. The program focused on high-value manufacturing, tourism, and value-added services. It increased cooperation between participating companies, facilitated new ideas, increased investment within the cluster sectors and enhanced domestic and export sales opportunities. Trade programs Trade The Department’s trade programs contributed business to development and growth by working with 818 firms that collectively reported average annualgrowth per cent 20.5 total in of per cent full in sales turnover and 11.4 time employees between 2005-2006 and 2006-2007. Increased growth and innovation by NSW companies Export development The New Export Opportunities Program establish and expand export values and develop export market entry strategies. the Division’s In 2006-2007, business development managers worked companies with planning 51 enterto or expand new, existing, export markets. A total $426,012 of was provided these to companies to identify and develop strategies to pursue new export opportunities. . , which , which TradeStart Program The Department was successful in winning eight contracts deliver to Austrade’s TradeStart is a partnershipbetween the Department and Austrade, which aims work to with prospective exporters achieve to their first export sales. clients A total 104 of were signed the to program and 58 theseof achieved export sales. delivered relevant information and skills assist to business exporters to enter new international markets. NSW Exporters Network The NSW Exporters Network is a web-based club at www.export.nsw.gov.au facilitates networking among NSW exporters and builds awareness of exporting as a business growth strategy. There were registered 798 company members the of network in per an increase 14.5 of 2006-2007, cent over the previous year. ExportA total 103 of Development seminars and workshops were delivered. They were attendedby people. The Department,4,715 in collaboration with the Australian Institute Export, of also launched the Getting Started in Exports Guide and Workshops Program Services exports The services exports program delivered industry targeted seminars and workshops exporters. 527 to Sessions focused on specific export markets including the Middle East, Japan, India and the Association Southeast of Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries. High-growth sectors were targeted along with design and environmental services, medical devices, fashion, aerospace, and the food and beverage manufacturingservices. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 51 were conducted and included seminars, Small Business September 2006 In 2006, Small Business September hosted 340 events which were attended by more than 50,000 people, with an attendee satisfaction rating in excess per 95 of cent. Small Business September workshops, conferences,training programs and expos which provided practical information, knowledge and tools for small business operators to improve their operationsand access new markets. More than half all of events were delivered in regional New South Wales. Business Advisory Services The Business Advisory Services are designed help to start-up and micro businesses plan their growth and development. the During 2006-2007, program provided a total 380,216 of information and business services to clients. Clients recorded very positive satisfaction levels, particularly in the areas business of guidance standards and business facilitator expertise. The satisfaction level was highest in regional New South Wales. More Business than 520 Advisory Workshops attracted participants. 6,229 Small Business Regulation Review The Premier introduced the Small Business Regulation Review in January 2006 as part the of NSW Government’s strategy reduce to red tape. Four Small Business Regulation Reviews were undertaken in 2006-2007 on motor vehicle retailingand services, accommodation, food and beverage services, metal manufacturingand business and professional services industry sectors. Recommendations for the first two reviews are being implemented, which will save businesses in motor vehicle retailing and services an estimated million in transaction costs.$1.7 An estimated 25,000 businesses in the accommodation, food and beverage services sector will also benefit from the regulatory changes arising from the reviews in those sectors. Departmental support the to Welding Technology Institute Australia, of the Australasian Production and Inventory Association, Lean Network and the Association for Manufacturing Excellence facilitated access by NSW small manufacturers and related businesses leading-edge to business systems and management practices. Improved business climate Western Sydney Business Centre The Western Sydney Business Centre is home a team to business of development staff that offer programs assistto business growth in the Greater Western Sydney region. With strong support from the business community, the Centre staged 257 business seminars, with more than 5,500 people attending. Additionally, agribusiness clusters were established in the Hills, Hornsby and Hawkesbury areas. Parramatta City Council was supported on a number of sustainability projects, which focused on reducing business costs retailers to through effective management of environmental issues. The Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board, funded by the Department, established Greater Western Sydney skills development industry task forces in sectors including information communication technology, logistics and advanced manufacturing. Aboriginal business development Aboriginal building companies assisted by the Department secured more than $4 million dollars in subcontracting work, creating new more than 150 jobs. Four Aboriginal firms undertook international market visits that led salesto approximately of $325,000, while Aboriginal a record 105 firms participated in industry trade shows. The Department conducted 42 business workshops, with per 87 cent participantsof reporting an increase in business skills and confidence. The Department also facilitated alliances with the coal mining industry in the Hunter that resulted in an Aboriginal enterprise winning three contracts a totalof $490,000 of for work on land remediation, heritage restoration fencing. and , was also , which provides cluster was launched in Innovation clusters Through regular exchanges at meetings, innovation cluster businesses learn be to innovative by using technology andleading-edge management techniques. Three innovation clusters, based in Newcastle and Western Sydney locations, provided continuous businesslearning forums for 613 participants seminars, through 24 including ten on-site visits. The Women In Manufacturing Network 2006-2007 with the facilitating aim of learning and development for women owners and executives in manufacturing. Seven members thisof network also participated in an advanced Stepping-UpProgram internationally recognised training in production and inventory control. resulting access in international to education and certification. The Department, together with the Australasian Production and Inventory Association, offered an annual Women In Manufacturing Scholarship Innovation Advisory Services Four Innovation Advisory Services (IAS) in Newcastle, Penrith/Parramatta, Sydney and Wollongong helped inventors and small business innovators across the to State evaluate and commercialise their ideas. By assisting in early stage commercialisation invention of and innovation, IAS supported the establishment new of businesses and contributed increased to business investment over the longer term. servicesA total 1,729 of were provided, including low-cost 62 technical and market assessments. The online Innovation Advisory Service www.ausinvent.com at supported, attracting user 32,625 sessions. The service provided self-assessment software, a virtual exhibition, links, news and events. The Hunter IAS hosted the inaugural Building on Bright Ideas Award in November 2006 celebrate to and build awareness the of innovation achievements local of business. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 52

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Resources Co-owner, Tessa McLaughlin won a highly commended Exporter Young of Award the at the Year 2006 Premier’s New South Wales Export Awards. Smallbiz Website Department’s The www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au supports businesses in New South Wales with comprehensive information on starting and managing a business. It has proved be to useful a tool with the most popular sections being Starting in Business, Managing a Business and program entrepreneurship Youth This program promotes and encourages young people aged 18 years 35 to engage to and effectively manage a business. The program provides an entrée the into world of business and a learning pathway for young people develop to significant and successful businesses. 914,336 visits were914,336 recorded during an increase 66 of per cent2006-2007, over last During year. 2006-2007, peoplea total 4,827 of were registered receive to the Small Business newsletter by email. program, a total 93 of ; the Australian Taxation delivered intensive business and Post Market Visit programs, Through the Independent Market Visit the Department supported the business investigate to and enter the Scandinavian market. Following a market visit, the company secured local distributors in Sweden, Denmark and the Netherlands. New export sales were $70,000 of achieved for these markets and commitments for future orders were also made. The Home-based Business Action Program training through nine workshops across New South Wales. As a result theof Action per cent participants of reported an increase in their business skills. Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) The Small Business Development Corporation is a policy advisory body reporting the to Minister for Small Business. The Corporation’s primary objective is advise to the Minister on small business policies and to develop advice through research, forums, inquiries and other forms of investigation. In 2006-2007 the SBDC made formal comment on the Review the Occupationalof Health and Safety Act 2000 Office’s review Small of Business Services; and skills shortages issues faced by small business for the NSW Skills Council. The Corporation also developed a number workshops of strengthento business development skills that altogether attracted over 280 attendees. See Appendix 3 for membership details on the SBDC. provides information and Canonbah Bridge Wine is a small business that embraced innovative practices and new markets. The family-owned merino farming business recently diversified premium into table wines and has already achieved significant exporting success the in United Kingdom, Republic Ireland of and North America. Case study Wine To Wool Home-basedbusiness Home-based businesses account for almost two thirds all of small businesses in New South Wales. This market segment is supported through the Department’s range innovativeof initiatives under the Home-Based Business Program with operators1,096 total in accessing programs and services in 2006-2007. Women in business Women represent per 29 cent of the small business operators New in South Wales. The Women in Business Program support emerging to women business owners. The Program included advice on growth strategy, review businessof practices and development innovativeof solutions. The 90th Women in Business Mentor Program was conducted in 2006-2007. Feedback from participants reported perthat 52 cent saw increased business turnover per and 27 cent had increased employment numbers as a direct result the of Program.

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 54 Over the past five years, domestic travelconsumption nationally beenhas growing slower a at pace than total household consumption. This has resulted in a decline the of competitive position tourism of against other sectors the of economy. Some the of factors behind this trend include growing levels of private household debt, the strength theof Australian dollar and availability competitiveof overseas airfares and holidaypackages, increased promotion from other States, increased household consumption consumer of products, and high petrol prices. The National Visitor Survey indicated an increase per cent domestic in 1.3 of visitors New to South Wales, a growth per cent in visitor 1.8 of nights and 5 per cent expenditure in for the year ending June 2007. perInternationally, cent visitors of 16 Newto South Wales come from the United per Kingdom, cent from 13 New per Zealand, cent from 10 the United States America, of and around 9 per cent from China. Statistics for 2006-2007 reflect the significant growth in visitor numbers and associated spending from developing markets China of and NSWIndia. is directing Tourism its resources, in such a way ensure as to growth from these markets continues. Overall, international visitors to Australia are expected increase to anat average annual rate of per4.9 cent over the next ten years, reach to 8.89 million in 2016. The primary responsibility for the attraction international of visitors Australia to rests with the Commonwealth Government, Australia.through Tourism Tourism NSW allocates resources work to cooperatively with Australia Tourism in identified target markets. The Division provides expert information on NSW products and destinations beto incorporated Tourism into Australia’s activities. NSW Tourism also brokers opportunities for the NSW tourism industry partner to with international travel distributors. Strategic operatingStrategic environment Visitors from within Australia account for around 90 per cent the of NSW overnight visitor market,with the majority these of coming from within New South per Wales. A total 12 of cent interstate of visitors come from perVictoria cent come from and 11 overQueensland. 24.7 In 2006-2007, million domestic visitors stayed in New South Wales overnight. The receivedState per cent 33.5 share visitorsof per and cent 29.5 share nightsof in Australia. New South Wales received over million 2.8 international overnight visitors, a share per 54.7 of cent visitors of Australia.to International visitors spent over million 58.7 nightsin New South Wales, a share 36.8 of per cent share total of nights in Australia. Strategic operations The Strategic Operations Unit develops strategies and plans that underpin NSW operations. Tourism It manages strategic alliances with private and public sector organisations and provides research and insights for marketing, strategy and planning responsibilities. The Unit also manages regional operations and consults on destination development and other tourism related issues. Group communications The Group Communications Unit conducts extensive media and public relations programs in Australia and overseas by hosting trade, consumer, national and international journalist visits, organising major promotional events and consumer promotions. It also manages the NSW use Tourism of brand assets including logos, imagery and content. Corporate affairs The Corporate AffairsUnit builds and maintains the profile, awareness and positioning NSW and Tourism of the value the of tourism industry. It delivers executive services, including secretariat services the to Tourism NSW Board, Parliamentary and Government relations. The Unit also manages the delivery visitor of services through the Sydney Visitor Centre at Sydney Airport, four City Information Kiosks, the Traineeship Program and the NSW Accredited Visitor Information Program. Centre The Marketing Unit builds and converts awareness NSW of destinations in target markets through different marketing and brand initiatives and across a range of media applications. It also establishes strategic relationships with commercial partners extend to the reach the of NSW and Sydney brands, and provides project management, knowledge and business planning support within NSW the Division Tourism theof Department. Marketing The Department, through Tourism undertakesNSW, strategic activities buildto and convert awareness of NSW visitor destinations in Australia and in overseas target markets. NSW sharesTourism knowledge and expertise improve to industry effectiveness and stimulate investment. Through private and public sector partnerships, Tourism NSW works grow to and manage tourism development through: Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 55 Auckland London Los Angeles Tokyo Singapore, covering South Asia Hong Kong, covering North Asia. The seasonal platforms also allowed NSW capitalise to Tourism on Sydney’s year-round major events program, constantly refreshing potential travellers’ ideas the of city, and enticing new and repeat visitors. Public relations activity for Sydney media visits,campaigns included 118 generating more than destination 850 stories on television, newspapers, magazines and websites. Marketing New South Wales overseas NSW has officesTourism in the following six overseas locations: – – – – – – NSW focusesTourism on strongly representing New South Wales in the marketing activities Tourism of Australia, educating overseas travel wholesalers and retail travel agents about tourism the products State’s and experiences, and developing and brokering partnerships with the tourism industry in each market. There were seven NSW Missions to Through Market through 2006-2007. a range activities, of they allowed 56 industry participants establish to business relationships with major travel distribution partners their in key and/or up-coming international markets. The Division attended internationalmore trade than 15 and consumer shows expand to the distribution NSW of tourism products in key overseas markets. A total 654 of international travel distributors were invited New to South Wales experience to the destination and establish business relationships with the NSW tourism industry. the North Coast the South Coast Outback NSW Heart Country of Lord Howe Island Snowy Mountains Sydney’s Surrounds. The 2006 Lord Howe Island Spring campaign gained international recognition, after being awarded best public relations campaign in the Asia Pacific the at Pacific 2007 Asia Association Travel Gold Awards. Other activities include the creation and distribution a range of arts, of culture and event listings, and food and wine features on Sydney and regional New South Wales for the Australian travel and lifestyle media. Marketing Sydney Advertising campaigns for Sydney highlighted the events, festivals and activities that were held the in city during autumn, winter and summer The campaigns featured2006-2007. innovative partnerships, including one that in March involved 2007 partnering with Qantas and 30 industry partners. The campaign involved emailing Qantas Frequent Flyer members throughout Australia and New Zealand, witha ’take-a- guest-free’ offer. In the days after it was distributed, this campaign doubled traffic the to Tourism NSW consumer website. Tourism NSW’Tourism marketing activity focused on promoting destinations within the seven key regional New South Wales’ zones. These are: – – – – – – – Integrated marketing campaigns, including television, print and public relations, were developed for regional New South Wales, as well as initiatives that increased focus on online marketing. These included brand and tactical initiatives, with partners contributing components to of the campaign. Public relations activity for regional NSW campaigns included media 267 visits, resulting in more than 1,500 destination stories on television, newspapers, magazines and websites. Marketing regional New South Wales South Coast Heart Country of Snowy Mountains Outback NSW Short Breaks – Sydney Surrounds. – – – – The holiday planners completed the suite seven of holiday planners produced for New South Wales. They were created in conjunction with regional tourism organisations increaseto awareness of accommodation, experiences, attractions, activities and events for each regional campaign zone. In 2006-2007, television advertisingIn 2006-2007, promoting holidays in New South Wales reached million 9.4 people, on average times. more than 17 This represented an increase over 2005-2006 when television advertising reached 5 million people. Magazine and newspaper advertising reached million people,14.3 on average times, compared12.5 with million 6.9 in 2005-2006. NSWThe media Tourism buying partnership with News Limited and the Seven Group largely contributed theto increases in media reach. This innovative partnership represents a return on investment more of for everythan $5 injected $1 by the NSW Government. In addition, NSW completed Tourism and released holiday planners for the: – Marketing New South Wales within Australia Promoting Sydney and regional New South Wales Through its marketing and communication activities the Department, NSW, through Tourism works increase to the demand for NSW tourism experiences, which in turn drives business, investment and the creation jobs of in this sector. The breadth NSW’ Tourism of marketing activities is increased through leveraging partnerships with industry operators and commercial alliances. Increased growth the of NSW tourism economy Major achievements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 56 , ’.

is a whole-of-Government i … will you there take Visitor services The Department, through Tourism continuedNSW, manage to the Visitor Information Network Centre Accreditation Program across the TheState. network consists 171 of accredited centres in New South Wales, and is marketed through a range initiatives of aimed raise to consumer awareness the of italicised withblue and the yellow slogan ‘i’, ‘ of As part the of Traineeship Program NSW Tourism Masterplan Tourism The NSW 2020 Towards Masterplan road map build to sustainable tourism in the and State represents one the of NSW Government’s key action plans fosterto growth visitorof nights in the The State. Masterplan facilitates coordinated action by NSW Government agencies with a policy, regulatory or product supply role in tourism. The Masterplan was reviewed in 2006-2007. Supporting the value of NSW tourism industry receivedTourism a Gold Award in the Public Affairs category from the NSW Public Relations Institute of Australia for Tourism its of Years 100 in New South Wales promotion. The promotion focussed on the value the of tourism industry to the broader community. Sam Fiszman Trainee of the Award Year The Award was created in memory NSW former Tourism of Chairman Sam Fiszman who had a strong commitment training to and giving young people the opportunity to enter the tourism industry. Krystal Budd was presented with the award in 2006-2007. Three other trainees were recognised NSW by TAFE for achieving outstanding academic results in the Certificate III Tourism in – Visitor Information Services. NSW providedTourism work in visitor services and other areas within the Division trainees, for 21 who combined this experience with study NSW. TAFE at

NSW Tourism Awards The 2006 Awards, NSW Tourism undertaken in partnership with the IndustryTourism Council are NSW, held annually and are a submission- based competition for tourism businesses and industry suppliers. The awards acknowledge those tourism businesses that have demonstrated outstanding achievement and success during Entries totalled 2006-2007. 168 and resulted winners, in 32 along with two Awards Distinction of and two Encouragement Awards. Around 700 industry representatives attended the annual awards dinner and presentation evening. Keeping the NSW tourism industryinformed The weekly Insights e-newsletter was distributed more to than 3,500 registered contacts, keepingthe NSW tourism industry informed about the NSW Governmenttourism support and the upcoming opportunities for industry operators. Tourism Industry Forum NSW chairsTourism the Tourism Industry Forum (TIF), which promotes collaboration and communication between industry associations, relevant government stakeholders and The NSW. roundtableTourism forum, which comprises 48 associations and government bodies with a tourism focus, addresses industry issues and opportunities and meets every two months. Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE) 2007 NSW hadTourism a significant presence the in Brisbane at ATE where tourism operators were assisted meetings in with international wholesalers and advice on international marketing strategies. Around 660 meetings were facilitated. A 56-page Sydney Australia and NSW, publication was launched, entice to international trade add to more NSW content their to programs. Supporting the NSW tourism industry

in Sydney – Sydney Festival promotion in the United Kingdom (UK). Working with the NSW Major Events Board and the Sydney Festival, Tourism NSW invested in promotional campaigns targeting the high yield, long-stay UK market. The campaign included a 36-page guide distributed 300,000to South East London residents through a partnership with The Times newspaper, with information on travel packages from the United Kingdom In Sydney. to addition there was three weeks of online advertising and a dedicated page on The Times’ website, with links back www.seesydney.com to and the Sydney Festival site. NSW workedTourism with the Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) to take the Sydney Royal Easter Show southerninto China, Hong Kong, Korea and New Zealand. In China, NSW brokeredTourism an agreement between the RAS and southern largestChina’s travel GZL company, This wasTravel. the first time that the RAS had signed an agreement with an international travel company. NSW co-sponsoredTourism the Australian Export Tourism Council’s symposium, held for the first time in an emerging international destination for Australia. More than international550 tourism industry professionals attended the symposium in the Tweed NSW’ area. Tourism international team met with 40 inbound tourism operators during the workshop sessions. Many the of inbound tourism operators attended familiarisation tours, arranged by in NSW, and Tweed Tourism Tourism the Northern Rivers region. The State also won the right host to the2008 symposium, which willbe held in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. A wide range tactical of promotions in target markets occurred throughout Anthe year. example is the Summer NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 57 , which Local Government Conference Tourism Working with the Local Government and ShiresAssociation, NSW Tourism was a major partner the of Local Government and Shires Associations ConferenceTourism held Griffith. at The Conference attracted 180 delegates including NSW mayors, councillors and tourism managers and representatives. The theme was – an Investment! Tourism inspired an impressive array of speakers and panels discuss to ways attract to investment and the benefits working of cooperatively. guide, which helps the Tweed area, including Beaudesert, Kyogle, Murwillumbah, Uki, Casuarina and Salt the Lismore area, including Nimbin, Dunoon, Lismore, Casino and the Richmond Valley the Riverina including Wagga Junee,Wagga, Cootamundra, Gundagai, Lockhart and Coolamon Griffith, Hay and Shellharbour Merimbula and Batemans Bay. Representatives seven of companies travelled the to United States, Germany and England with Tourism NSW in March and April. Destinations included Los Angeles, Seattle, Philadelphia, New Frankfurt, York, Munich, London, and Lancashire Cambridgeshire.and Itineraries included pre-organised meetings, product presentation workshops and networking functions. The tourism industry assisted Tourism NSW by providing prize sponsorships as an incentive encourage to wholesalers attend. to As an example theof meeting schedule, in the United wholesaleStates, there were 126 presentations, one retail presentation, 288 wholesale and industry participants meetings and49 held with wholesale product managers. Delegates found the mission valuable and have seen an increase in business activity from these markets. Workshops in 2006-2007 were conducted in: – – – – – With guidance NSW, from Tourism participants developed shared action plans for tourism marketing and development and received the StartSmart businesses and local government understand the industry and operations. tourism Tourism NSW’Tourism Missions Market to provide NSW tourism operators with an opportunity educate to frontline agents about destinations, experiences and products they have on offer. Through these missions NSW operators are also able to facilitate commercial partnerships with key overseas travel distributors, have their product featured travel in programs and strengthen existing industry relationships. Supporting NSW tourism operators conducting through missions market to Case study Destination Development Program The program features a series regionalof workshops, which bring together regional tourism organisations, local government and tourism operatorsdiscuss to ways increase to the visitor appeal theirof destinations. Workshops help operators identify key experiences and attractions that potential visitors expect find to each at destination and thenmatch with consumer needs. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 58 4 5 5 3 5 5 5 5 5 4 The Premier, in February 2007, announced amongst other things, an external review the of tourism industry The in NSW. Board was provided with the opportunity input to thisto review, the results which of are expected in September 2007. I congratulate John O’Neill and NSWhis team for the Tourism at outstanding work that has been achieved during this financialyear. Leslie C. Cassar AM Chairman 4 5 1 3 5 5 5 5 4 3 Board Meetings Attended Board Meetings Held* Vidor. MauriceVidor. took the up role of Chairman and in May 2002 quickly became a strong advocate for our industry, an avid supporter regional of tourism and someone who was also willing listen to operators’ to concerns and where he could, take the up issues. Charlotte Vidor served continuously on the Board for 11 years. Charlotte’s depth experience of and leadership in the accommodation field was greatly appreciated by both the Board and management. activities and performance, and seek guidance on policy and operational matters. The tourism executive is updated by the Executive Director and General Manager on Board recommendations. BoardTwo members resigned during the year: Maurice Newman and AC Charlotte Both Vidor. members made significant contributions the to Board during their terms. Mr Newman was succeeded in the role Chairman of theof Board by Leslie Cassar AM. Leslie Cassar AM Ruth Fagan Loftus Harris Nicholas Papallo OAM Kumar Narendra John O’Neill Denis Pierce John Thorpe AM Charlotte Vidor Board Member Maurice Newman AC Message from the Chairman,Message Tourism NSW Board I was delighted accept to the Minister invitationfor be to Tourism’s Chairman I have a keen NSW. Tourism of interest and passion for our industry and look forward working to with my fellow Board Members and management NSW strengthen to Tourism of and advance NSW position as a leading tourist destination. I would take like to this opportunity recogniseto the service the to Board Mauriceof Newman and AC Charlotte Board Meetings The number Board of meeting members who were eligible attend to and the number meetings of attended by each member during 2006-2007 are: Under New the South Tourism Wales Act the Board 1984, is appointed by the Governor andis accountable theto Minister for Tourism. The Board advises the Minister Thefor Director Tourism. General, Department and State of Regional Development, and Executive Director and General Manager NSW, Tourism regularly brief theBoard on aspects stateof development and tourism Tourism NSW Board and Management * = number meetings of held during the time the member held office during the period

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 60 , were promoted in media Major achievements Improved business climate The Department prepared and launched the NSW Mean We Business campaign promote to New South Wales as a leading location for business investment. The million $3 campaign featured television and print advertisements promoting successful business case studies and encouraging contact with the Department for business assistance. The Incentive Payroll Tax Scheme, Small Business September, and changes the to Retail Leases Act 1994 publications across New South Wales. The Department managed the production materials of for key events such as Sibos 2006 (Sydney), the Advance Global 100 Australians Summitin December 2006 and the Beijing Sport Accord April in 2007. Over publications 70 were produced during the year. New marketing materials, including a Message drive USB Stick with a video, information on key facts, and links an to enhanced website for international audiences, were developed promote to messages about NSW industry capabilities. andThe Investment Trade Centre eventsconducted in 2006-2007 2,148 and hosted over 35,000 visitors. , the The Department and State of Regional Development works convey to a business friendly environment through its marketing strategies, promoting NSW Government support and its business programs. The Communications Unit develops marketing and media strategies promoteto business and investment in Sydney and New South Wales, both within Australia and overseas. Marketing activities include advertising,promotional materials and public relations promote to New South Wales around trade missions and key international events. The Unit also develops information campaigns on key initiatives such as Small Business September Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof NSW Mean We Business campaign, Incentivethe Payroll Scheme Tax and other Departmental services and programs. andThe Investment Trade Centre and Country Embassy, managed by the Unit, plays a vital role as the NSW Government’s premier events venue for business facilitation. Communications NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 61 The 28-year-old Sister State relationship with Guangdong Province was strengthened with Newthe hosting South the of 21st Wales – Guangdong Joint Economic Meeting The Sydney. in meeting, which involved 300 businesses, led agreementsto on further cooperation between Sydney and Guangdong in vocational and further education and in tourism promotion. The NSW partnership with the Advance Global Australian Professionals was strengthened through the hosting the of inaugural Global Australians 100 Summit in Sydney and the introduction a of new international agreement for more proactive links NSW to expatriates promoteto investment and visitation. A new partnership was established with the NSW Vice Chancellors’ Committee develop to collaborative activitiesinternational in markets, including ministerial missions and web marketing. The capabilities State’s were promoted official 26 to international delegations from markets including China, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, New Zealand, Chile and Argentina. Advice was provided the to Premier and Ministers high-level for 42 meetings with international delegations markets. from 18

, which Increased internationalisation of the NSW business sector The International Business Relations Program includes an overview the of NSW Government’s international activities, was developed. In 2006-2007, partnerships with international networksstrengthened, were and a program collaborative of activitieskey in markets established. Information on international markets was regularly exchanged across Government, with business and other partners. Partnerships with the Australian Government’s global network were strengthened through the negotiation a Memorandaof Understanding of on cooperation with Austrade and Invest Australia. There was also a close cooperation with Austrade and the Department Foreign of Affairs in assistingand Trade NSW Ministers’ international travel andpromotion industry theof State’s capabilities in China and Japan. Through the Unit, the Department seeks maximise to business outcomes from high level international visits andto from New South Wales, including Sister relationships State and ministerial missions promoting capabilitiesthe State’s key in markets. It provides advice Government to on the international business environment and on the State’s international activities. Major achievements The International Business Relations Unit was established maintain to an overview the of Government’s international activities, strengthen the coordination collaborative of activities in key markets, and leverage international relationships with partners including the Australian Government’s global network, foreign governments, business associations and NSW universities. The International Business Relations Unit’s mission is oversee to and reinforce collaboration by NSW Government agencies in key markets and work to partnership in with other international networks to shape the business environment by raising awareness NSW of capabilities and influencing decision makers bring to investment and visitation New to South Wales. By making the strategic decision not maintainto a network overseas of business development offices, New South Wales has more flexibility targetto and engage markets and sectors, and develop to and deliver industry-focused programs through regular market visits and incoming delegations New to South Wales. Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof International Business Relations Business International NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 62 .

definition these of matters. The definition now refers bond to mediations andother mediations where the Unit intervenesin writing. Responses the to Unit’s survey reported that satisfaction levels for parties involved in mediation reached per 100 cent in 2006-2007. Formal and informal mediation disputes,resolved achieving 514 a success rate 80 of per cent. enquiries,The Unit responded 8,150 to a decrease from enquiries 8,232 in the previous The year. decrease was due the to industry being more familiar with the bond scheme and using technology more regularly accessto the necessary forms. Following the success of communication initiatives, such as the Protect Leave information Your packs that were distributed to 25,000 businesses, the Unit is expected provide to an increased number mediation of services in the future. Additionally the Retail Leases Act now requires 1994 landlords to distribute Guides Retail Tenant’s The Guide Retail has been Tenant’s translated Arabic, into Chinese, Korean, and Turkish Vietnamese. , Since the election, State 2007 this has involved services five to Ministers. The Unit oversees and coordinates information and advice across the Department, provides policy advice and manages the interagency relationships. It also manages the Department’s Parliamentary processes and Ministerial support. All briefings prepared for the Director General and Ministers are reviewed by the Unit. parties in dispute must attempt mediation before the matter can proceed a court to or the Administrative Decisions Tribunal. the Unit administeredIn 2006-2007, formal353 mediations, compared to formal mediations328 in 2005-2006. The Unit administered the informal disputes comparedmediation 161 of in the previous The 276 to year. decrease in informal disputes is explained by a change in the Major achievements Improved business climate Under the Retail Leases Act 1994 This number is expected grow to significantly as the number bonds of lodged increases, lease terms expire and bonds are called upon by the parties the to lease. Prior the to scheme, parties were individually charged $900 for the dispute resolutionprocess. The retail leasing industry is challenged by the projected increase in interest rates. This is due many to tenants relying on securing their homes obtain to capital funding for their businesses. , the . The Unit is responsible The Executive Support Unit provides high-level strategic, administrative and policy support the to Director General and Senior Management. The Unit manages Ministerial and Departmental information and liaison between the Department and Ministers’ Offices, and works cooperatively with other agencies across Government. Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof Executive Support statutory functions the of Registrar of Retail Tenancy Disputes are conducted through the Retail Tenancy Unit. Through the Retail Tenancy Unit, the Department provides free information and advice people to involved in retail leasing, including retailers, landlords, solicitors, real estate agents and advisors the to industry. It offers a cost-effective dispute resolution process parties to in dispute, allowing them focus to on their business rather than engaging in expensive and time consuming litigations. The Unit also manages the mediation process for parties in retail shop leases who are in dispute. The recent amendments the to Retail Leases Act established 1994 the Retail Bond Scheme Under the Retail Leases Act 1994 for administering the scheme and providing the first stage resolution disputesof that relate directly to the return bonds. of Since the introduction the of scheme on 1 January 2006, almost 100 matters were resolved by the Unit, mostly no at cost the to parties. Nature and scope Nature and scope activitiesof Retail Tenancy Audited Financial14 Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 64

Department State of andRegional Development Report Audit Independent NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 65

Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2007 30 June the year ended for Department of State and Regional Development and Regional State of Department NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 66

Department State of andRegional Development by the Chief Executive OfficerStatement NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 67

41 113 358 986 (411) 2006 1,823 5,148 1,635 2,169 2,027 $’000 33,537 40,797 23,712 32,155 Actual (11,787) 115,663 113,727 127,450 132,228

– – 275 922 707 2007 1,667 2,960 9,003 1,009 6,365 1,031 $’000 53,214 47,438 25,873 45,672 Budget 164,500 159,873 164,225 173,228

(74) (30) 587 2007 $’000 4,792 1,624 3,244 1,461 5,693 2,263 1,709 Actual 10,004 59,698 23,179 53,048 44,197 176,723 171,855 171,931 181,831

6 6 7 5 4 24 3(c) 2(c) 2(e) 3(a) 2(a) 3(d) 2(d) 3(b) 2(b) Notes

Other operating expenses operating Other Employee related SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) FOR THE YEAR SURPLUS Capital appropriations Government Contributions Total Net Cost of Services Government Contributions Recurrent appropriations Acceptance by the Crown Entity of employee benefits and other liabilities Other gains / (losses) Gain / (loss) on disposal Other revenue Revenue Total Grants and subsidies Less: Revenue Sale goods of and services Investmentrevenue contributions Grantsand The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Depreciation and amortisation expenses expenses Other Expenses excluding losses Total Expenses excluding losses Expenses excluding expenses Operating Operating Statement for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 68

– 2006 $’000 Actual (11,787) (11,787)

– 275 275 2007 $’000 Budget

– 2007 $’000 4,792 4,792 Actual

19

Surplus / (Deficit) for the year The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. TOTAL INCOME AND EXPENSE TOTAL IN EQUITY RECOGNISED DIRECTLY Statement of Recognised of and Expense Income Statement for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements TOTAL INCOME AND EXPENSE RECOGNISED FOR THE YEAR TOTAL NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 69

735 860 926 735 631 459 200 2006 1,595 4,780 5,729 6,368 4,543 8,107 $’000 21,750 21,750 21,750 13,030 11,435 34,780 28,412 20,105 Actual

735 870 926 735 631 459 200 2007 1,605 4,852 5,793 7,101 5,276 8,245 $’000 22,122 22,122 22,122 13,176 11,571 35,298 28,197 19,752 Budget

– – 640 804 592 779 459 2007 $’000 1,444 9,921 4,841 4,488 7,649 6,411 8,386 Actual 26,542 26,542 26,542 11,365 37,907 30,258 21,872

19 18 17 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 15 11 10 Notes

Plant and Equipment Total Equity Total EQUITY Accumulated funds Net Assets Total Liabilities Total Total Non-Current Liabilities Total Other Non-Current Liabilities Provisions Total Current Liabilities Total Other Provisions LIABILITIES Current Liabilities Payables Total Assets Total Total Non-Current Assets Total Other Intangible assets Property plant and equipment Non-Current Assets Financial assets fair at value Total Current Assets Total Other Receivables The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents Balance Sheet as 30 at June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 70

2 12 740 113 130 (130) (130) 2006 $’000 (8,647) (2,930) (2,798) Actual 12,760 13,512 19,816 11,864 20,105 (29,664) (42,076) (64,259) (11,575) 113,727 113,840 (135,999)

– – – – – 932 (353) 2007 $’000 1,007 1,667 1,314 (1,667) (1,667) 14,336 16,275 20,105 19,752 Budget (42,555) (52,438) (81,508) 159,873 161,540 (176,501)

– – – 15 (31) 700 2007 $’000 1,345 1,624 5,028 1,798 Actual (3,245) (3,230) 21,272 23,317 20,105 21,872 (41,520) (62,292) (87,956) 171,855 173,479 (191,768)

6 6 24 20 10 Notes

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES FROM OPERATING CASH FLOWS Payments Employee related Cash Flow Statement for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Grants and subsidies Other Total Payments Total Receipts Sale goods of and services Interest and dividends received Other Total Receipts Total Cash Flows From Government Cash Flows From Recurrent appropriation Capital appropriation Net Cash Flows From Government Net Cash Flows From NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES FROM OPERATING NET CASH FLOWS CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES CASH FLOWS Proceeds from sale Plant of and Equipment Advance repayments received Purchases Plant of and Equipment NET CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES NET CASH FLOWS CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES CASH FLOWS Repayment borrowings of and advances NET CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES NET CASH FLOWS NET INCREASE / (DECREASE) IN CASH Opening cash and cash equivalents Cash transferred in (out) as a result administrative of restructuring CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CLOSING NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 71

– 41 986 358 (411) 2006 2,027 1,635 2,169 5,148 $’000 23,712 11,787 32,155 33,537 65,692 40,797 115,663 127,450 132,228

– Total (74) (30) 587 2007 1,709 5,693 2,263 1,461 $’000 (4,792) 23,179 44,197 53,048 97,245 59,698 10,004 176,723 171,931 181,831

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 2006 $’000 115,663 (115,663)

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Not 2007 $’000 Attributable 176,723 (176,723)

– – – – – (2) 87 74 74 510 2006 1,337 1,018 1,528 $’000 29,277 26,397 29,277 29,349

– – – – – 15 40 55 692 244 Program Research* 2007 3 – Science 2,762 2,206 2,898 $’000 and Medical 40,601 40,601 40,656 34,752

– – – 41 54 274 975 277 2006 6,032 1,609 1,236 2,542 $’000 18,342 18,342 20,925 13,010 19,042

– – – – 7 430 496 Industry* 2007 1,781 4,091 4,895 7,179 $’000 Program 2 – Development 41,137 41,137 48,316 13,211 30,584 43,795 of the Tourism

– –

81 399 858 (409) 2006 1,194 1,666 2,532 $’000 79,831 22,375 79,831 81,954 25,105 20,017 45,122 12,791

– 91 (74) (30) 442 783 Economy* 2007 of the New 1,035 2,770 1,454 $’000 Program 1 – South Wales Development 90,193 20,417 90,193 92,859 28,780 21,772 50,552 20,855

Net Cost of Services Other expenses Other gains / (losses) NET EXPENDITURE / (REVENUE) FOR THE YEAR Total expenses Total excluding losses Government** contributions * The name and purpose of each program is summarised in Note 9. ** Appropriations are made on an agency basis and not to individual programs. Consequently, government contributions must be included in the ‘Not Attributable’ column. Expenses excluding losses Operating expenses – Employee related Consolidated AGENCY’S EXPENSES AND REVENUES Program – Expenses and Revenues Statement for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements – Other operating expenses Total operatingTotal expenses Depreciation and amortisation Grants and subsidies Other revenue Revenue Total Gain / (loss) on disposal Finance costs Grants and contributions Revenue Sale of goods and services Investment revenue

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 72 Fund

– – – – – – – Consolidated Consolidated

Net Claim on on Claim Net 113 113 113 113

Expenditure / / Expenditure $’000 Appropriation

– – – – – – Capital Capital 113 113 113

$’000 Fund

– – – 2006 Consolidated Consolidated

500 Net Claim on on Claim Net

$’000

Expenditure / / Expenditure 26,839 26,339 77,926 17,729 95,655

122,494 122,494 Appropriation

– – Recurrent Recurrent 500 $’000

26,839 26,339 92,891 17,729

110,620 137,459 Fund

– – – – – – Consolidated Consolidated Net Claim on on Claim Net 257

1,367 1,624 1,624 1,624 $’000 Expenditure / / Expenditure Appropriation

– – – – – Capital Capital 257

1,667 1,924 1,924 $’000

Fund

– – – 2007 Consolidated Consolidated

(35)

Net Claim on on Claim Net (217)

$’000 / Expenditure 11,565 11,600

163,498 163,281 174,846 174,846

Appropriation

– – Recurrent Recurrent (35) (217) $’000 11,565 11,600 179,371 168,023 167,806 functions between departments (forced saving) another agency (s28 of the Appropriation Act) Total Appropriations / Total Expenditure / Net Claim on Consolidated Fund (includes transfer payments) – s24 PF&AA– s24 – transfers of – Additional appropriation The Summary of Compliance is based on the assumption that Consolidated Fund monies are spent first (except where otherwise identified or prescribed). If there is a “Liability* to Consolidated the Fund”, agency must state this represents the difference between the “Amount drawn against Appropriation” and the “Total Expenditure / Net Claim” on Consolidated Fund”. The net claim on Consolidated Fund is less than budget appropriation due to less than forecast expenditure in employeepayments related and program activities including Katoomba Echo Point Development, Australian Research CentresDevelopment of Excellence, Assistance, Regional NSW High Growth Business and greater than budgeted investment and grants and contributions revenue. ORIGINAL BUDGET / EXPENDITURE APPROPRIATION – Appropriation Act Summary with Compliance of Financial Directives for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements – Additional Appropriations / OTHER APPROPRIATIONS EXPENDITURE Advance – Treasurer’s Amount drawn down against Appropriation – Transfers to / from Liability to Consolidated Fund* NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 73 . Sale of Goods Revenue fromthe sale goods of is recognised as revenue when the agencytransfers the significant risks and rewards ownership of theof assets. Rendering of Services Revenue is recognised when the service is provided or by reference theto stage completion of (based on labour hours incurred date). to Investment revenue Interest revenue is recognised using the effective interest method as set out in AASB Financial Instruments:139 Recognition and Measurement Employee Benefits and other provisions Salaries and Wages, Annual Leave, Sick Leave and On-Costs Liabilities for salaries and wages (including non-monetary benefits), annual leave that fall due wholly months the of within reporting 12 aredate recognised and measured in respect employees’ of services the to up reporting at date undiscounted amounts based on the amounts expected be to paid when the liabilities are settled. Long-term annual leave that is not expected be to taken within twelve months is measured present at value in accordance with AASB Employee Benefits. 119 Unused non-vesting sick leave does not give rise a liability to as it is not considered probable that sick leave taken in the future will be greater than the benefits accrued in the future. The outstanding amounts of payroll tax, workers’ compensation insurance premiums and fringe benefits tax, which are consequential employment, to are recognised as liabilities and expenses where the employee benefits which to they relate have been recognised. (ii) (iii) (iv) (f) (i)

Statement of Compliance Administered Activities Income Recognition Parliamentary Appropriations and Contributions Parliamentaryappropriations and contributions from other bodies (including grants and donations) are generally recognised as income when the agency obtains control over the assets comprising the contributions. / appropriations Control over appropriations and contributions is normally obtained upon the receipt cash. of An exception the to above is when appropriations are unspent yearat end. In this case, the authority spend to the money lapses and generally the unspent amount must be repaid the to Consolidated Fund in the following financial As year. a result, unspent appropriations are accounted for as liabilities rather than revenue. In the absencea specific of Accounting Standard, the hierarchy pronouncementsof as outlined in AASB Accounting Policies, 108 Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors is considered. Property, plant and equipment and financial assets are measured fair at value. Other financial statement items are prepared in accordance with the historical cost convention. Judgements, key assumptions and estimations management has made are disclosed in the relevant notes theto financial statements. All amounts are rounded the to nearest one thousand dollars and are expressed in Australian currency. (c) The financial statements and notes comply with Australian Accounting Standards, which include AIFRS. (d) The Department does not administer any activities on behalf the of Crown Entity. (e) Income is measured the at fair value theof consideration or contribution received or receivable. Additional comments regarding the accounting policies for the recognition income of are discussed below. (i)

Accounting Policies Summary of Significant Reporting entity Basis of Preparation applicable Australian Accounting Standards (which include Australian equivalents to International Financial Reporting Standard (AIFRS)); the requirements the of Public Finance and Audit Act 1983 and Regulation; Australian Accounting Interpretations and other professional reporting requirements; and the Financial Reporting Directions published in the Financial Reporting Code for Budget Dependent General Government Sector Agencies or issued by the Treasurer.

1 (a) The Department and State of Regional Development (hereafter the “Department”) is a separate reporting entity. There are no other entities under its control. The Department is a NSW government department. The Department is a not-for-profit entity profit (as is not its principal objective) and it has no cash generating units. The reporting entity is consolidated as part the of Sector State NSW Total Accounts. In accordance with the Public Sector Employment and Management with(General) effect Order 2007, four positions Aprilfrom 27 2007, from the Department’s Investment Division were transferred the to Office theof Co-ordinatior General the in Department Premier of and Cabinet. The related equity transfer Note in 20. The financial report for the year ended 30 has June been 2007 authorised for issue by the Director- General October on 19 2007. (b) The Department’s financial report is a general purpose financial report which has been prepared in accordance with: – – – – Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 74

10 25 14.28 20.77 % Rate Capitalisation Thresholds Revaluation of Property, Plant and Equipment Impairment of Property, Plant and Equipment Depreciation of Property, Plant and Equipment

Plant & Equipment Office furniture and fittings Office equipment Computer equipment and software Leasehold improvement Depreciation Rates (j) Property, plant and equipment and intangible assets costing $5,000 and above individually forming (or part a networkof costing more than $5,000) are capitalised. (k) As the Department does not own Land, Building or Infrastructure assets, it considers it not-cost-efficient to carry out a revaluation physical of non-current assets every five years, unless it becomes aware any of material difference the in carrying amount any class of assets. of The Department’s assets are short lived and it is considered by management that the written down value its of non-current assets would approximate their fair value. (l) As a not-for-profit entity with no cash generating units, the Department is effectivelyexempted from AASB 136 Impairment Assets of and impairment testing. This is because AASB 136 modifies the recoverable amount test theto higher fair of value less costs sellto and depreciated replacement cost. This means that, for an asset already measured fair at value, impairment can only arise if selling costs are material. Selling costs are regarded as immaterial. (m) Depreciation is provided for on a straight-line basis for all depreciable assets so as write to off the depreciable amount each of asset as it is consumed over its useful life the to Department.

Insurance Accounting for the Goods (GST) and Services Tax the amount GST of incurred by the Department as a purchaser that is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office is recognised as part the of cost of acquisition an asset of or as part an itemof expense. of receivables and payables are stated with the amount GST of included. Acquisitions of Assets The cost method accounting of is used for the initial recording allof acquisitions assets of controlled by the agency. Cost is the amount cash of or cash equivalents paid or the fair value theof other consideration given acquireto the asset the at time itsof acquisition or construction where applicable,or, the amount attributed that to asset when initially recognised in accordance with the requirements other of Australian Accounting Standards. Assets acquired no at cost, or for nominal consideration, are initially recognised their at fair value at the acquisition of date (see also assets transferred as a result of an administrative restructure – Note 1(u)). valueFair is the amount for which an asset could be exchanged betweenknowledgeable, willing parties in an arm’s lengthtransaction. (g) The Department’s insurance activities are conducted through the NSW Treasury Managed Fund Scheme selfof insurance for Government agencies. The expense (premium) is determined by the Fund Manager based on past claim experience. (h) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net the of amount except GST, of where: – – (i) . Long Service Leave andSuperannuation The Department’s liabilities for long service leave and defined benefit superannuation are assumed by the Crown Entity. The Department accounts for the liability as having been extinguished, resulting in the amount assumed being shown as part the of non-monetary revenue item described by as “Acceptance the Crown Entity employee of benefits and other Prior liabilities”. 2005/06to the Crown Entity also assumed the defined contribution superannuation liability. Long service leave is measured presentat value in accordance Employeewith Benefits AASB 119 This is based on the application certainof factors (specified in NSWTC 06/09)employees to with five or more years service, of using current rates These pay. of factors were determined based on an actuarial review to approximate present value. The superannuation expense for the financial year is determined by using the formulae specified in the Directions. Treasurer’s The expensecertainfor superannuation schemes (ie Basic Benefit and First Super) State is calculated as a percentage the of employees’ salary. For other superannuation schemes (ie Superannuation State Scheme and Authorities State Superannuation Scheme), the expense is calculated as a multiple the of employees’ contributions. superannuation Other Provisions Other provisions exist when: the Departmenthas a present legal or constructive obligation as a result a past of event; it is probable that an outflow resourcesof will be required settleto the obligation; and a reliable estimate can be made theof amount the of obligation. (iii) (ii) Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 75 ”. Contributions Owners by Trust Funds Trust Other Assets Equity Transfers (t) The Department receives monies in a trustee capacity for various trusts as set As out Note in 25. the Department performs only a custodial role in respect these of monies, and because the monies cannot be used for the achievement the of Department’s own objectives, these funds are not recognised in the financial statements. (u) Other assets are recognised on a cost basis. (v) The transfer net of assets between Departments as a result an of administrative restructure, transfers of programs / functions and parts thereof between NSW public sector agencies is designated as a contribution by owners and recognised as an adjustment Funds”. “Accumulated to This treatment is consistent with Urgent Issues Group Interpretation “ 1038 Made Wholly to Owned Public Sector Entities Transfers arising from an administrative restructure between government departments are recognised the at amount which at the assets were recognised by the transferor government department immediately prior the to restructure. In most instances this will approximate fair value. All other equity transfers are recognised fair at value.

Loans and Receivables Investments (r) Loans and receivables are non- derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. These financial assets are recognised initially fairat value, usually based on the transactioncost or face value. Subsequent measurement is at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less an allowance for any impairment receivables. of Any changes are accounted for the in Operating Statement when impaired, derecognised or through the amortisation process. Short-term receivables with no stated interest rate are measured the at original invoice amount where the effect discounting of is immaterial. (s) Investments are initially recognised fairat value plus, in the case of investments not fair at value through profit and loss, transaction costs. The Department determines the classification its of financial assets after initial recognition and, when allowed and appropriate, re-evaluates this each at financial year end. Fair value through profit or loss – The Department subsequently measures investments classified as “held for trading” or designated fair value through“at profit or loss” fairat value. Financial assets are classified as “held for trading” if they are acquired for the purpose selling of in the near term. Gains or losses on these assets are recognised in the Operating Statement. Restoration Costs Maintenance Leased Assets Intangible Assets (n) The estimated cost dismantling of and removing an asset and restoring the site is included in the cost an asset,of the to extent it is recognised as a liability. (o) Day-to-day servicing costs or maintenance are charged as expenses as incurred, except where they relate the to replacement a of part or component an asset, of in which case the costs are capitalised and depreciated. (p) Operating lease payments are charged theto Operating Statement in the periods in which they are incurred. (q) The Department recognises intangible assets only if it is probable that future economic benefits will flow the to agency and the cost the of asset can be measured reliably. Intangible assets are measured initially cost. at Where an asset is acquired no at or nominal cost, the cost is its fair value as the at acquisition. of date The useful lives intangible of assets are assessed be to finite. As there is no active market for the agency’s intangible assets, the assets are carried cost at less any accumulated amortisation. Intangible assets are subsequently measured fair at value only if there is an active market. The Department’s intangible assets are amortised using the straight line method over a period 6 years. of In general, intangible assets are tested for impairment where an indicator impairment of exists. However, as a not-for-profit entity with no cash generating units, the Department is effectively exempted from impairment testing. Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 76

New Australian Accounting Standards issued but not effective (y) theAt authorisation of date of the financial report, the following Standards and Interpretations were in issue but not yet effective: AASB 7 & AASB 2005-10 ‘Financial instruments: disclosures’ AASB (Oct 2006) ‘Presentation 101 Financialof Statements’ – revised standard. Interpretation 4 ‘Determining whether an Arrangement contains a Lease’ The Department anticipates that the adoption these of Standards and Interpretations future in periods will have no material financial impact on the financial statements theof Department. . Payables Budgeted Amounts (w) These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Department and other amounts. Payables are recognised initially fair at value, usually based on the transaction cost or face value. Subsequent measurement is amortised at cost using the effective interest method. Short-term payables with no stated interest rate are measured the at original invoice amount where the effect discounting of is immaterial. (x) The budgeted amounts are drawn from the budgets as formulated at the beginning the of financial year and with any adjustments for the effects additional of appropriations, the of and Public / or s 26 s 24 s 21A, Finance and Audit Act 1983 The budgeted amounts in the Operating Statement and the Cash Flow Statement are generally based on the amounts disclosed in the NSW Budget Papers adjusted (as However, in theabove). Balance Sheet, the amounts vary from the Budget Papers, as the opening balances of the budgeted amounts are based on carried forward actual amounts; peri.e. the audited financial statements (rather than carried forward estimates). Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 77

– 98 52 429 429 429 521 565 713 751 450 452 124 103 229 655 2006 $’000 1,251 2,609 9,962 7,777 4,377 3,427 1,995 1,087 1,728 33,537 32,155 26,337

– 5 91 40 464 464 464 983 800 295 402 112 208 757 2007 $’000 2,126 1,101 1,037 3,045 8,030 4,375 6,146 2,353 2,447 2,186 53,048 24,041 44,197 36,201

Expenses Excluding Losses Total maintenanceTotal expenses included + 2(b) in Note 2(a) Maintenance * Reconciliation maintenance – Total Maintenance expense – contracted labour and other (non–employee related), as above Consultancies Motor vehicles expenses Travel expensesTravel Printing and stationery Telecommunicationexpenses Insurance Payments contractors to Publication and advertising costs Industry Networking Staff Development Building Occupancy Charges Miscellaneous Fees Other Payroll tax employer’s superannuation contribution Bad anddoubtful debts expenses Other Payroll tax and fringe benefit tax (b) Other operating expenses Auditor’s remuneration – audit the of financial reports Workers compensation insurance Long service leave (a) Employee related expenses (a) Employee related Salaries and wages (including recreation leave) 2 Superanuation – defined contribution plans Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Superanuation – defined benefit plans NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 78

– – 58 40 805 805 150 150 661 672 361 2006 $’000 1,164 2,027 1,195 1,194 1,688 1,106 1,246 1,609 5,547 5,892 5,000 40,797 11,601 23,712 26,397

– – 455 455 882 372 134 150 728 852 155 249 2007 $’000 1,709 1,247 1,702 1,000 1,070 9,575 4,091 4,842 6,003 5,000 59,698 11,327 23,179 34,752

Expenses Excluding Losses (Cont’d) (c) Depreciation and amortisation expense (c) Depreciation and Depreciation Plant and Equipment 2 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Total DepreciationTotal Amortisation Leasehold improvements Intangible (d) Grants and subsidies Industry Capability Network (NSW) Hunter Valley Research Foundation Illawarra Regional Information Service Hunter Advantage Fund Regional Development Boards Regional Concessions HQ Tax Katoomba/Echo Point Development Illawarra Advantage Fund (e) Other expenses NSW High Growth Business Program IncentivePayroll Tax Scheme Australian Research Centres Excellence of Science Leverage Fund Smart Internet Technology CRC IndustryTourism Small Business Development Initiatives Biotechnology Regional Development Assistance ICT Centre For Excellence Science and Medical Research NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 79

– – – – 1 2 99 41 84 41 46 650 893 527 287 312 358 986 986 (411) (413) 2006 $’000 2,169 1,635 1,263

– – 6 28 15 49 (74) (30) (74) (74) (45) 183 100 587 538 587 163 2007 $’000 1,017 2,263 1,063 5,693 4,809 1,461 1,461

Other Gains / (Losses) Gain / (Loss) On Disposal Revenue In kind sponsorship Other Assets Acquired free liability of (d) Other revenue Sponsorship Other Private Sector Other General Government Agencies Local Government Other gains / (losses) total Net gain(loss) / on disposal plant of and equipment Commonwealth OtherGovernments State Impairment Receivables of Other (b) Investment revenue Interest (c) Grants and contributions NSW Budget Sector Entities Written down value assets of disposed Increment on shares held 5 4 Gain / (loss) on disposal of plant and equipment Proceeds from disposal (a) Sale of goods and services (a) Sale of goods and Retail Tenancies Disputes fees 3 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 80

– – – 40 113 113 113 116 113 655 2006 $’000 8,727 8,767 8,767 1,052 1,823 122,494 113,727 122,494 122,494

– – – 74 40 757 2007 $’000 1,624 1,624 1,624 2,917 2,991 2,991 1,624 2,447 3,244 174,846 171,855 174,846 174,846

Transfer Payments Acceptance by the Crown Entity of Employee Benefits and Other Liabilities Appropriations

Comprising: Capital appropriations (per Operating Statement) Transfer paymentsTransfer (Note 8) Ministerial Corporation for Industry Comprising: Recurrent appropriations (per Operating Statement) paymentsTransfer (Note 8) Capital appropriations capitalTotal drawdowns from NSW Treasury (per Summary Compliance) of Long service leave Less: Liability Consolidated to Fund (per Summary Compliance) of Transfer paymentsTransfer the to Ministerial Corporation for Industry and Small Business Development Corporation NSW of comprise amounts administered by the Corporations relating their to activities. The Corporations draw funds from the Department only theto extent necessary meet to current cash requirements for expenditure. payments Transfer Small Business Development Corporation NSW of 8 7 The following liabilities and / or expenses have been assumed by the Crown Entity : Superannuation Recurrent appropriations recurrentTotal drawdowns from NSW Treasury (per Summary Compliance) of 6 Less: Liability Consolidated to Fund (per Summary Compliance) of Payroll tax Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 81

79 44 647 773 773 459 415 2006 $’000 1,757 5,009 8,186 8,107 1,885 20,105 20,105 20,105 20,105

– 44 764 704 153 459 415 2007 $’000 1,672 4,932 1,171 8,539 8,386 21,872 21,872 21,872 21,872 Program 3 – Science and Medical Research (c) Objective(s): drive growth To and innovation in science and medical research achieve to better health, environmental and economic outcomes for the people New of South Wales. Description: Policy formulation, strategic review funding of programs and projects, industry and infrastructure support, management grants,of awards and fellowships.

Program 2 – Development Industry of the Tourism assistance small to and medium enterprises. Assisting the development enterprises.of Promoting exports and co–ordinating public sector exports. Encouraging and promoting innovation. Acting as an advocate for business within Government. (b) Objective(s): grow the New To South Wales tourism economy for the benefit theof people New of South Wales. Program Description: Marketing New South Wales destinations and working with and providing advice industry, to government agencies and other key stakeholders about the development sustainableof destinations.

of the Agency Financial Assets at Fair Value Receivables Cash and Cash Equivalents Programs / Activities of Program 1 – Development Economy the New South Wales

Australian Data Warehouse Tourism Pty Ltd shares 12 Non–current CRC for Sustainable Pty Tourism Ltd Shares Current Receivables Sale goods of and services 11 Cash bank at and on hand 10 9 (a) Objective(s): advance the To economic development New of South Wales by securing sustainable economic and business growth in metropolitan and regional areas. Program Description: The provision of business information on Government policies applying industries. to Marketing regional and metropolitan New South Wales as an investment location. Project facilitation and the provision limited of financial assistance. Provision business of counselling and consultancy Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Cash and cash equivalents (per Balance Sheet) Accrued Interest GST receivable from Australian Taxation Office Closing cash and cash equivalents (per Cash Flow Statement) Prepayments Unused credit standby facilities Credit card facilities Interest bearing repayable Treasury advance Less: Allowance for impairment NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 82 665 (711) (298) (413) $’000 4,543 6,411 4,543 3,549 6,411 2,647 4,543 2,647 2,930 1,348 4,543 (6,791) (1,337) (7,792) (1,969) 15,469 13,202 10,439 15,469 (10,926) (10,926)

Non–Current Assets – Plant and Equipment Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 13 At 1 July 2006 Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated depreciation and impairment Net carrying amount fair at value At 30 June 2007 Gross CarryingAmount Accumulated depreciation and impairment Net carrying amount fair at value Reconciliation A reconciliation the of carrying amount plant of and equipment the at beginning and end the of current reporting period is set out below. ended 30 June 2007 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Additions Disposals Reclassification asintangibles expense Depreciation Disposal written back against Accum Deprn Net carrying amount end at year of At 1 July 2005 Value Fair At Accumulated depreciation and impairment Net carrying amount At 30 June 2006 Value Fair At Accumulated depreciation and impairment Net carrying amount Reconciliation A reconciliation the of carrying amount each of class property, of plant and equipment the at beginning and end the of previous reporting period is set out below. ended 30 June 2006 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Additions Disposals Acquisitions through administrative restructures expense Depreciation Net carrying amount end at year of Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 83

– 4 4 36 35 (32) (58) 822 631 779 631 222 298 779 822 631 650 631 200 200 735 735 (191) (372) (191) 2006 $’000 $’000 6,149 (5,370)

– – – – 2007 $’000

Current / Non-Current Assets – Other Intangible Assets – Software Current Lease Incentive 15 14 At 1 July 2006 Cost (gross carrying amount) Accumulated amortisation and impairment Net carrying amount At 30 June 2007 Cost (gross carrying amount) Accumulated amortisation and impairment Net carrying amount ended 30 June 2007 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Additions acquired separately Reclassification Amortisation (recognised depreciation in and amortisation) movements Other Net carrying amount end at year of At 1 July 2005 Cost (gross carrying amount) Accumulated amortisation and impairment Net carrying amount At 30 June 2006 Cost (gross carrying amount) Accumulated amortisation and impairment Net carrying amount ended 30 June 2006 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Additions acquired separately Acquisitions through administrative restructures Amortisation (recognised depreciation in and amortisation) Net carrying amount end at year of Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Non–current Lease incentive NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 84

849 350 510 510 860 645 350 350 849 510 533 769 (274) 2006 $’000 $’000 5,979 4,780 4,880 5,729 4,780 4,780 4,135

35 35 35 424 769 769 804 661 424 2007 $’000 5,300 4,841 4,064 4,488 4,841 4,841 4,180

Provisions Payables

Movements in provisions (other than employee benefits) Movements in each class provision of during the financial year, other than employee benefits are set out below Provisions – non-current Accrued salaries, wages and on-costs Aggregate employee benefits and related on-costs Provisions – current Non-current Employee benefits and related on-costs Long service leave on-costs Non-current Other provisions Restorationcosts Restoration costs 2007 Carrying amount the at beginning financial of year Creditors Long service leave on costs Additional provisions recognised Amounts used Carrying amount end at financial of year Current Employee benefits and related on-costs leave Recreation 17 Current Accruedsalaries, wages and on-costs 16 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 85

11 200 715 926 735 735 2006 2006 $’000 $’000 21,190 12,347 21,750 30 June (11,787) (11,787)

– 11 167 414 592 640 640 2007 2007 $’000 $’000 4,792 4,792 30 June 21,750 26,542 Accumulated Funds Accumulated

Changes In Equity Liabilities – Other Consolidated Balance the at beginning the of financial year 19 Current Repayable Advances 18 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Increase / (decrease) in net assets from equity transfers 20) (note Lease incentive Fees received advance in with owners as owners Changes in equity – other than transactions Surplus / (deficit) for the year Total Non current Lease incentive Balance the at end the of financial year NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 86

– – – 418 913 418 443 471 144 308 2006 $’000 2,204 1,384 6,232 1,761 5,632 1,459 1,612 3,523 (1,603) (1,920) (3,523) 11,864 15,870 12,347 15,870

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – 31 31 31 (31) (31) (31) 2007 $’000

Increase / Decrease In Net Assets from Equity Transfers Four positions transferred from the Department to the Department of Premier and Cabinet following the administrative changes. Refer to note 1(a). Assets Cash 20 Receivables Property, plant and equipment Other Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Liabilities Payables entitlements Employee Total Assets transferred from the former Department of Tourism, Sport and Recreation of Tourism, Assets transferred from the former Department Cash Receivables Property, plant and equipment Other for Science and Medical Research Assets transferred from the former Ministry Cash Receivables Property, plant and equipment Liabilities transferred from the former Sport and Recreation Department of Tourism, Payables entitlements Employee Liabilities transferred from the former Ministry for Science and Medical Research Payables entitlements Employee Assets and Liabilities transferred to the Department of Premier and Cabinet Cash entitlements Employee NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 87

– 22 267 652 164 880 2006 $’000 5,857 3,301 5,630 2,933 1,650 9,158 2,680 1,407 2,025 1,370 5,500 5,130 13,346 14,522 22,832 62,137 30,964 52,479 65,708 123,317 123,317

– – – 388 2007 $’000 1,416 7,609 6,263 2,764 1,503 3,215 5,563 1,300 2,492 2,695 1,320 2,365 3,927 10,918 10,824 18,467 25,118 44,461 32,687 51,043 54,514 109,484 109,484

CommitmentsExpenditure for

The total grants and subsidies commitments above include input tax credits of that are expected$9,953.000 (30 June 2006 to be $11,211,000) recovered from the ATO. Regional Development Assistance (c) Grants and Subsidies Commitments Small Business Development The total operating lease commitments above include input tax credits of $2,228,652 (30 June 2006 $2,028,000) that are to be recovered from the ATO. The total other expenditure commitments above include input tax credits of $984,000 (30 June 2006 $833,000) that are expected to be recovered from the ATO. (b) Operating Lease Commitments Future non–cancellable operating lease rentals not provided forand payable Not later than one year (a) Other Expenditure Commitments (a) Other Expenditure Aggregate other expenditure for the acquisition goods of and services contracted for balance at and date not provided for: Not later than one year 21 Hunter Advantage Fund Regional EconomicScheme Transition Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Later than one year and not later than five years (includingTotal GST) Later than one year and not later than five years NSW High Growth Business IncentivePayroll Tax Scheme Later than five years Australian Technology Showcase Illawarra Advantage Fund Total (includingTotal GST) Initiatives Biotechnology Australian Research Centres OF Excellence ICTCentre for Excellence Smart Internet Technology CRC Business Drought Assistance Science & Medical Research Tourism IndustryTourism (IncludingTotal GST) Payment Schedule Not later than one year Later than one year and not later than five years Later than five years Total (includingTotal GST) NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 88 (ii) greater than budgeted current accounts receivable and $141,000; of (iii) greater than budgeted property, plant and equipment assets $548,000. of liabilitiesTotal were less than This budget by $1,809,000. is primarily due less to than budgeted current liabilities payables and provisions $1,648,000. of (b) Cash flows Actual net cash flows from operating activities were greater than budget This was due to by $3,715,000. greater than budgeted cash flows from Governmentand receipts offset by greater $16,724,000 of than budgeted total payments in areas including $15,267,000 of Science and Medical Research program activities. Actual net cash flows from investing activities were greater than budget and is associatedby $1,564,000 with leasehold improvements for additional CBD accommodation.

Actual other expenses were less than budget by $2,694,000. This is primarily due less to than budgeted expenditure in program activities including Small Business Development, Regional Development Assistance and NSW High Growth Business. This arises as a result cash of flow variations in approved program projects and related activities. Actual revenue was greater than primarily budget by $1,001,000 due increased to investment income and cash and inkind co–operativesponsorships. Actual total assets were greater$2,609,000 than budget and was primarily due to: (i) greater than budgeted cash and due cash equivalent $2,120,000 of lessto than budgeted expenditure in several programareas and activities and greater than budgeted revenue; (c) (c) (d) Assets and liabilities Actual total net assets the at end of the financial year were greater than Componentsbudget by $4,418,000. theof variation over the various asset and liability categories include: (a)

Actual employee related payments were less than budget This was primarily by $1,475,000. due less to than budgeted expenditure in $2,420,000 of salaries and wages and employee oncosts, and greater than budgeted superannuation expenditure $1,103,000. of Actual grants and subsidies expenditure was greater than This budget by $12,260,000. increase was primarily due to the negotiation and payment specificof Science and Medical Research grants in the last quarter the of financial year. Budget Review Contingent Liabilities and ContingentAssets

Net cost of services The actual net costservices of was greater than budget by Major components $7,706,000. thisof variation include: (a) (b) 23 22 The Department is not aware of any contigent liabilities associated with its operations. Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 89

– 41 650 142 270 (411) (111) 2006 $’000 1,785 3,364 (1,547) (1,520) (8,647) (1,823) (2,027) (2,108) (3,492) 64,153 62,045 (127,450) (113,840)

– (30) (74) (36) 429 139 142 2007 (582) $’000 1,765 5,029 3,141 (3,244) (1,709) (3,144) 62,045 39,908 86,462 (15,491) (171,931) (173,479)

Trust Funds Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Operating Activities to Net Cost of Services Decrease / (increase) in payables Net gain / (loss) on sale plant of and equipment Other gain / (loss) Decrease / (increase) in other liabilities Net cost services of Decrease / (increase) in provisions Increase / (decrease) in receivables and other assets 25 Account (a) Retail Leases Security Bonds Trust The Department holds money in the Retail Leases Security Bonds Account. Trust Retail Lease Security Bonds are lodged with the Director General the of Department State of and Regional Development accordance in with Section the of Retail 16C Leases Act These1994. monies are excluded from the financial statements as the Department can not use them for the achievement its of objectives. The following is a summary the of transactions in the trust account: Cash balance the at beginning the of financial year Net cash used on operating activities 24 Cash flows from Government / Appropriations Acceptance by the Crown Entity employee of benefits andother liabilities Depreciation Asset acquired free liability of Add: Receipts Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements Less: Expenditure Cash balance the at end the of financial year Less: Expenditure Cash balance the at end the of financial year (b) Sydney Visitor Centre – Airport Travel Centre Trust Account Centre Trust (b) Sydney Visitor Centre – Airport Travel The finances the of Sydney Visitor Centre – Airport Centre Travel are operated through a separate trust account as the funds are held in trust for clients. These monies are excluded from the financial statements as the Department cannot use the funds for the achievement its of objectives. The following is a summary the of transactions in the trust account: Cash balance the at beginning the of financial year Add: Receipts NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 90 After Balance Date Events Trade Creditors and Accruals Trade The liabilities are recognised for amounts due be to paid in the future for goods or services received, whether or not invoiced. Amounts owing suppliers to (which are unsecured) are settled in accordance with the policy set out in Treasurer’s If trade terms are Direction 219.01. not specified, payment is made no later than the end the of month following the month in which an invoice orstatement a is received. allows DirectionTreasurer’s 219.01 the Minister award to interest for late payment. No interestwas applied during the year. Repayable Advances All repayable advances are recognised as amounts payable balance at Amountsdate. payable are settled in accordance with the term as specified in deeds agreementof and other contractual correspondence associated with the advance. 27 There are no events subsequent balanceto which date affect the financial report. End of audited financial statements

Receivables All trade debtors are recognised as amounts receivable balance at Collectabilitydate. trade of debtors is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Debts which are known be to uncollectable are written off. An allowance for impairment is raised when there is objective evidence that the entity will not be able collect to all amounts due. The credit risk is the carrying amount any allowance (net of for impairment). No interest is earned on trade debtors. The carrying amount approximates net fair value. Sales are made on 30 day terms. Recoverable Advances All recoverableadvances are recognised as amounts receivable balanceat Collectability date. of recoverable advances is reviewed on an ongoing basis. The credit risk is the carrying amount which approximates the net fair value. Financial Instruments 26 The Department’s principal financial instruments are outlined below. These financial instruments arise directly from the Department’s operations or are required finance to its operations. The Department does not enter into or trade financial instruments for speculative purposes. The Department does not use financial derivatives. Cash Cash comprises cash on hand and bank balances within the Treasury Banking System. Interest is earned on daily bank balances the at monthly averageNSW Treasury Corporation unofficial cash rate (TCorp) 11am adjusted for a management fee The Treasury. to average rate per cent over the year was 5.15 per(4.54 cent in 2006) and yearat end the rate per was 5.25 cent per cent 30 at June 2006). (4.75 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Department State of andRegional Development Financial Statements NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 91

Ministerial Corporation Industry for Report Audit Independent NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 92

Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2007 30 June the year ended for Ministerial Corporation for Industry for Ministerial Corporation NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 93

Ministerial Corporation Industry for by Ministerial Statement Industry Corporation for Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Operating Statement 94 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 Expenses excluding losses Other operating expenses 2(a) 3,262 8,100 6,742 Total Expenses excluding losses 3,262 8,100 6,742 Less: Revenue Investment income 3(a) 1 – – Grants and contributions 3(b) 3,086 8,100 10,103 Other revenue 3(c) 26 – – Total Revenue 3,113 8,100 10,103 Gain / (loss) on disposal 4 1,759 – 49 Net Cost of Services 16 1,610 – (3,410) SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) FOR THE YEAR 1,610 – 3,410

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Statement of Recognised Income and Expense 95 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 Surplus / (Deficit) for the year 1,610 – 3,410 TOTAL INCOME AND EXPENSE RECOGNISED FOR THE YEAR 12 1,610 – 3,410

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Balance Sheet 96 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents 6 3,335 – – Non-current assets held for sale 10 764 1,669 1,669 Total Current Assets 4,099 1,669 1,669 Non-Current Assets Financial assets at fair value 7 – – – Other financial assets 8 10 500 500 Land 9 2,635 2,635 2,635 Total Non-Current Assets 2,645 3,135 3,135 Total Assets 6,744 4,804 4,804 Current Liabilities Payables 11 644 468 468 Total Current Liabilities 644 468 468 Total Liabilities 644 468 468 Net Assets 6,100 4,336 4,336 EQUITY Accumulated funds 12 5,454 4,336 4,336 Amounts recognised in equity relating to assets held for sale 10 646 – – Total Equity 6,100 4,336 4,336

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Cash Flow Statement 97 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Payments Other (3,086) (8,100) (9,069) Total Payments (3,086) (8,100) (9,069) Receipts Other 3,112 8,100 10,126 Total Receipts 3,112 8,100 10,126 Cash Flows From Government Net Cash Flows From Government – – – NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES 16 26 – 1,057 CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES Proceeds from sale of Land 3,500 – 78 Purchases of Land – – (1,135) Cost of sale of land (191) – – NET CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES 3,309 – (1,057) NET INCREASE / (DECREASE) IN CASH 3,335 – – Opening cash and cash equivalents – – – CLOSING CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS 6 3,335 – – The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 98 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

1 Summary of Significant – Australian Accounting (d) Income Recognition Accounting Policies Interpretations and other Income is measured at the fair value professional reporting (a) Reporting entity of the consideration or contribution requirements; and received or receivable. Additional The Ministerial Corporation for – the Financial Reporting Directions comments regarding the accounting Industry (hereafter referred to as published in the Financial policies for the recognition of income the “Corporation”) is consitituted Reporting Code for Budget are discussed below. under the State Development and Dependent General Government Industries Assistance Act, 1966. Sector Agencies or issued Contributions from Other Bodies The Corporations’s functions are: by the Treasurer. Contributions from other bodies To promote, encourage and stimulate: (including grants and donations) are In the absence of a specific generally recognised as income when (a) the establishment, expansion or Accounting Standard, the hierarchy the agency obtains control over the development of industries; and of pronouncements as outlined assets comprising the contributions. (b) the carrying out, by business in AASB 108 Accounting Policies, Control over contributions is normally undertakings and prescribed Changes in Accounting Estimates obtained upon the receipt of cash. institutions, of projects that are and Errors is considered. (e) Insurance likely to assist the establishment, Except for land and investment in the The Corporations’s insurance activities expansion or development Smart Internet Technology CRC, which are included in the Department of of industries. is recorded at valuation, the financial State and Regional Development’s statements are prepared in accordance The Corporation is a separate insurance coverage conducted with the historical cost convention. reporting entity. There are no through the NSW Treasury Managed other entities under its control. Judgements, key assumptions and Fund Scheme of self insurance As the Corporation is a single estimations management has made for Government agencies. are disclosed in the relevant notes program entity the financial operations (f) Acquisitions of Assets to the financial statements. disclosed in the Operating Statement The cost method of accounting and Balance Sheet are identical to the All amounts are rounded to the is used for the initial recording of Corporation’s program. Accordingly nearest one thousand dollars and all acquisitions of assets controlled a separate supplementary program are expressed in Australian currency. by the agency. Cost is the amount of statement has not been prepared. cash or cash equivalents paid or the (c) Administrative Support The reporting entity is consolidated fair value of the other consideration The Department of State and Regional given to acquire the asset at the time as part of the NSW Total State Development’s Investment Division Sector Accounts. of its acquisition or construction is primarily responsible for managing or, where applicable, the amount The financial report for the year and facilitating projects in the name attributed to that asset when initially ended 30 June 2007 has been of the Corporation under the State recognised in accordance with the authorised for issue by the Minister Development and Industries Assistance requirements of other Australian for State Development, in the capacity Act 1966. The functions and activities Accounting Standards. of the Ministerial Corporation for of the Corporation are considered Industry on 22nd October 2007. to be an integral part of the Assets acquired at no cost, or for Department’s core business and nominal consideration, are initially (b) Basis of Preparation economic development activities recognised as assets and revenues The Corporation’s financial report is a and is not an entity that operates at their fair value at the date general purpose financial report which independently to the Department. of acquisition. has been prepared in accordance with: The Department does not separately Fair value means the amount for cost the administrative support – applicable Australian Accounting which an asset could be exchanged component for projects that are Standards (which include between knowledgeable, willing facilitated or financially assisted Australian Equivalents to parties in an arm’s length transaction. International Financial under the name of the Corporation. Reporting Standards (AIFRS)); However, the estimated cost to the – the requirements of the Public Department for related Investment Finance and Audit Act 1983 Division activities amounts to and Regulation; approximately $2,600 million. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 99 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

(g) Revaluation of Land (i) Depreciation of Property, (l) Non-current Assets Physical non-current assets are valued Plant and Equipment Held For Sale in accordance with the “Valuation of Depreciation is not provided as The Corporation has certain non- Physical Non-Current Assets at Fair the Corporation’s non-current current assets classified as held for Value” Policy and Guidelines Paper physical assets are non depreciable. sale, where their carrying amount will (TPP 05-3). This policy adopts fair value be recovered principally through a sale (j) Loans and Receivables in accordance with AASB 116 Property, transaction, not through continuing Plant and Equipment and AASB 140 Loans and receivables are non- use. Non-current assets held for sale Investment Property. derivative financial assets with fixed are recognised at the lower of carrying or determinable payments that are amount and fair value less costs to sell. Land is measured on an existing not quoted in an active market. These assets are not depreciated while use basis, where there are no feasible These financials assets are recognised they are classified as held for sale. alternative uses in the existing natural, initially at fair value, usually based legal, financial and socio-political on the transaction cost or face value. (m) New Australian environment. However, in the limited Subsequent measurement is at Accounting Standards circumstances where there are feasible amortised cost using the effective issued but not effective alternative uses, assets are valued at interest method, less any provision At the date of authorisation of their highest and best use. for doubtful debts. Any changes the financial report, the following Fair value of land is determined based are accounted for in the Operating Standards and Interperetations on the best available market evidence, Statement when impaired, were in issue but not yet effective: including current market selling prices derecognised or through the amortisation process. AASB 7 & AASB 2005-10 ‘Financial for the same or similar assets. Where instruments: disclosures’ there is no available market evidence, Short-term receivables with no stated the asset’s fair value is measured interest rate are measured at the AASB 101 (Oct 2006) ‘Presentation at its market buying price, the best original invoice amount where the of financial statements’ – revised indicator of which is depreciated effect of discounting is immaterial. standard. replacement cost. (k) Impairment of financial assets (n) Grants, Subsidies and Industry Assistance The Corporation’s physical non-current All financial assets, except those assets are represented by land held measured at fair value through profit Payments for grants, subsidies and for sale for commercial or industrial and loss, are subject to an annual industry assistance are expensed at the development. Land is valued at market review for impairment. A provision time the Corporation becomes liable based value. Physical non-current for doubtful debts is established to make the payment. The approval of assets are revalued every 5 years or when there is objective evidence the grant, subsidy or assistance may with sufficient regularity to ensure that the entity will not be able cover a number of years, and it is not that the carrying amount of each asset to collect all amounts due. considered that a liability arises until in the class does not differ materially conditions specified in the approval from its fair value at reporting date. For financial assets carried at have been met and a claim for amortised cost, the amount of the payment has been received. Grants, (h) Impairment of Land provision is the difference between subsidies and assistance which have As a not-for-profit entity with no the asset’s carrying amount and the been approved but have not been cash generating units, the Corporation present value of estimated future paid or accrued have been included is effectively exempted from AASB 136 cash flows, discounted at the effective in commitments (Refer Note 14). Impairment of Assets and impairment interest rate. The amount of the testing. This is because AASB 136 impairment loss is recognised in modifies the recoverable amount the Operating Statement. test to the higher of fair value less costs to sell and depreciated Any reversals of impairment losses replacement cost. This means that, are reversed through the Operating for an asset already measured at fair Statement, where there is objective value, impairment can only arise if evidence. Reversals of impairment selling costs are material. Selling losses of financial assets carried costs are regarded as immaterial. at amortised cost cannot result in a carrying amount that exceeds what the carrying amount would have been had there not been an impairment loss. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 100 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

2 Expenses Excluding Losses

2007 2006 $’000 $’000 (a) Other operating expenses Auditor’s remuneration – audit of the financial report 16 16 Other Expenses 8 – Assistance to Industry 3,238 6,726 3,262 6,742

3 Revenues (a) Investment income Interest 1 – 1 – (b) Grants and contributions Department of State and Regional Development 3,086 10,103 3,086 10,103 (c) Other revenue Miscellaneous revenue related to sale of land 26 – 26 –

4 Gain / (Loss) On Disposal Gain / (loss) on disposal of land and buildings Proceeds from disposal 3,500 78 Cost of sales (191) – Written down value of assets disposed (1,550) (29) Net gain / (loss) on disposal of land and buildings 1,759 49

5 Programs / Activities of the Agency The Corporation operates from within the Development of the New South Wales Economy program of the Department of State and Regional Development. Program 1 – Development of the New South Wales Economy Objective: To advance the economic development of New South Wales by securing sustainable economic and business growth in metropolitan and regional areas. Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 101 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

6 Cash and Cash Equivalents

2007 2006 $’000 $’000 Cash at bank and on hand 3,335 – 3,335 – For the purposes of the Cash Flow Statement, cash and cash equivalents include cash at bank, cash on hand. Total cash at 30th June 2007 as shown in the Statement of Cash Flows is nil, which is the same as the related item in the Balance Sheet. Cash and cash equivalent assets recognised in the balance sheet are reconciled at the end of the financial year to the Cash Flow Statement as follows: Cash and cash equivalents (per Balance Sheet) 3,335 – Closing cash and cash equivalents (per Cash Flow Statement) 3,335 –

7 Financial Assets at Fair Value Non-current Investment-equity in Smart Internet Techology CRC 1,371 1,202 Diminution of value of CRC shares (1,371) (1,202) – –

8 Other Financial Assets Non-current Loans to industry 1,973 3,323 Allowance for impairment (1,963) (2,823) 10 500

NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 102

(29) Land $’000 2,635 2,635 2,635 2,635 2,635 2,635 3,198 3,198 2,635 2,635 3,198 1,135 2,635 (1,669)

Non-Current Assets – Land 9 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Ministerial Corporation Industry for Financial Statements Net carrying amount At 30 June 2007 Value Fair At Net carrying amount Reconciliation A reconciliation the of carrying amount each of class property, of plant and equipment the at beginning and end the of current reporting period is set out below. ended 30 June 2007 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Net carrying amount end at year of At 1 July 2005 Value Fair At Net carrying amount At 30 June 2006 Value Fair At Net carrying amount Reconciliation A reconciliation the of carrying amount each of class property, of plant and equipment theat beginning and end the of previous reporting period is set out below. ended 30 June 2006 Year Net carrying amount start at year of Additions Disposals non-current to Transfer assets held for sale Net carrying amount end at year of At 1 July 2006 Value Fair At Ministerial Corporation for Industry Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 103 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

10 Non-Current Assets Held for Sale

2007 2006 $’000 $’000 Land 764 1,669 764 1,669 Amounts recognised in equity relating to assets held for sale Increments/(decrements) on revaluation of land 646 –

The land held for sale relates to the Corporation’s involvement in a joint venture development agreement with the Albury Wodonga Corporation to develop, market and sell industrial property at Albury. The Corporation contributed the industrial land with the Albury Wodogna Corporation responsible for development of the site. The Corporation’s interest in the joint venture arrangement is calculated at 58.8%. The land was revalued in January 2007.

11 Payables

Current Assistance to Industry 644 468 644 468

12 Changes in Equity

Accumulated Funds 2007 2006 $’000 $’000 Entity Balance at the beginning of the financial year 4,336 926 AASB 139 first-time adoption (492) – Changes in equity – other than transactions with owners as owners Surplus / (deficit) for the year 1,610 3,410 Balance at the end of the financial year 5,454 4,336 NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 104

55 2006 $’000 8,495 5,353 13,903

44 2007 $’000 6,600 5,365 12,009 Cash flows Actual net cash flows from operating activities was greater than budget by and$26,000 was primarily due less to than budgeted program expenditure and less than budgeted $5,014,000 of receipts $4,988,000. of Actual net cash flows from investing activities were greater than budget by $3,309,000 and were primarily due the to proceeds from the sale a Corporationof industrial site. Assets and liabilities Actual total current assets were greater than budget by $2,430,000. This was due greater to than budgeted cash and cash equivalents following $3,335,000 of the sale of a Corporation industrial site during the financial This year. is offset by less than budgeted non current assets held for sale $905,000. of Actual non current assets were less than budget by $490,000 following the adjustment repayable a of advance fairto value. Actual current liabilities were greater due to than budget by $176,000 greater than budgeted current payables year at end.

Budget Review Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets CommitmentsExpenditure for

15 Net cost of services The net cost services of was less than Thisis primarily budget by $1,610,000. due less to than budgeted other operating assistance industry to expenses $4,838,000 of and contributions from the Department and State of Regional Development In addition, the $5,014,000. of gain on disposal Corporation of industrial land was greater than budget by $1,759,000. 14 The Corporation is not aware any contingentof liabilities and/or contingent assets associated with itsoperations. The total expenditure commitments above include input tax credits of $1,092,000 (30 June 2006 $1,264,000) that are expected to be recovered from the ATO. (a) Other Expenditure Commitments (a) Other Expenditure Industry Assistance Fund Commitments approved but not paid: Not later than one year 13 Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Ministerial Corporation Industry for Financial Statements Later than one year and not later than five years Later than five years Total (includingTotal GST) NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 105

49 (23) 2006 $’000 1,057 3,410 2,327

– 26 2007 (175) $’000 1,759 1,610 After Balance Date Events Trade Creditors and Accruals Creditors Trade Liabilities are recognised for amounts due be to paid in respect Industryof Assistance Grants, where the performance criteria has been met, and the claim has been made prior the to end the of year. 18 There are no events subsequent balanceto which date affect the financial report. End of audited financial statements Loans to Industry All loans are recognised as amounts receivable balance at Collectabilitydate. is reviewed on an ongoing basis. The majority loansof are considered be to not collectable. The credit risk is the carrying amount any (net of allowance for the impairment of assets). Security is generally in the form mortgage of over the company’s assets or directors’ guarantees. Bank Overdraft The Corporation does not have any bank overdraft facility.

Financial Instruments Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Operating Activities to Net Cost of Services 17 The Ministerial Corporation for Industry’s principal financial instruments are outlined below. These financial instruments arise directly from the Corporation’s operations or are required finance to its operations. The Corporation does not enter or into trade financial instruments for speculative purposes. The Corporation does not use financial derivatives. Net cash used on operating activities 16 Increase / (decrease) in receivables Notes to the Financial to Notes Statements for the year ended 30 June 2007 Ministerial Corporation Industry for Financial Statements Decrease / (increase) in payables Net gain / (loss) on sale plant of and equipment Net cost services of NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 106

Small Business Development Corporation South New of Wales Report Audit Independent NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 107

of New South Wales South New of Financial Report for the year ended 30 June 2007 30 June the year ended for Small Business CorporationDevelopment NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 108

Small Business Development Corporation South New of Wales by Members Statement Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Operating Statement 109 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 Expenses excluding losses Other operating expenses 2(a) 74 50 40 Total Expenses excluding losses 74 50 40 Less: Revenue Grants and contributions 74 50 40 Total Revenue 74 50 40 Gain / (loss) on disposal – – – Net Cost of Services – – – Total Government Contributions – – –

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Statement of Recognised Income and Expense 110 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 TOTAL INCOME AND EXPENSE RECOGNISED DIRECTLY IN EQUITY – – – Surplus / (Deficit) for the year – – – TOTAL INCOME AND EXPENSE RECOGNISED FOR THE YEAR – – –

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Balance Sheet 111 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents 4 – – – Total Current Assets – – – Total Assets – – – LIABILITIES Current Liabilities Payables 5 5 5 5 Total Current Liabilities 5 5 5 Total Liabilities 5 5 5 Net Assets (5) (5) (5) EQUITY Accumulated funds 6 (5) – (5) Total Equity (5) – (5)

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Cash Flow Statement 112 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

Actual Budget Actual 2007 2007 2006 Notes $’000 $’000 $’000 CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES Payments Other operating expenses (74) (50) (40) Total Payments (74) (50) (40) Receipts Grants and Contributions 74 50 40 Total Receipts 74 50 40 NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES – – – NET INCREASE / (DECREASE) IN CASH – – – CLOSING CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS 4 – – –

The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 113 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

1 Summary of Significant (b) Basis of Preparation (d) Income Recognition Accounting Policies The Corporation’s financial report is a Income is measured at the fair value (a) Reporting entity general purpose financial report which of the consideration or contribution has been prepared in accordance with: received or receivable. Additional The Small Business Development comments regarding the accounting Corporation of New South Wales – applicable Australian Accounting policies for the recognition of income (hereafter the “Corporation”), is Standards (which include are discussed below. constituted under the Small Business Australian equivalents to Development Corporation Act, 1984. International Financial Reporting Contributions from Other Bodies The objectives of the Corporation are: Standards (AIFRS)); Contributions from other bodies – the requirements of the Public (i) develop policy objectives (including grants and donations) are Finance and Audit Act 1983 for Government programs of generally recognised as income when and Regulations; and assistance to the small business the agency obtains control over the – Australian Accounting sector of the economy; assets comprising the contributions. Interpretations and other (ii) to evaluate such Government Control over contributions is normally professional reporting programs in the light of these obtained upon the receipt of cash. requirements; and objectives; – the Financial Reporting (e) Insurance (iii) to make recommendations Directions published in the The Corporation’s insurance activities for improvement of such Financial Reporting Code for are included in the Department of Government programs; and Budget Dependent General State and Regional Development’s (iv) to assist the Government Government Sector Agencies insurance coverage conducted generally in matters relating or issued by the Treasurer. through the NSW Treasury Managed to the development of the small Fund Scheme of self insurance business sector of the economy. In the absence of a specific for Government agencies. Accounting Standard, the hierarchy The Corporation is a separate of pronouncements as outlined in (f) Payables reporting entity. As the Corporation AASB 108 Accounting Policies, These amounts represent liabilities is a single program entity, the financial Changes in Accounting Estimates for goods and services provided to operations disclosed in the Operating and Errors is considered. the Corporation and other amounts. Statement and the Balance Sheet are Payables are recognised initially identical to the Corporation’s program. Judgements, key assumptions and at fair value, usually based on the Accordingly, a separate supplementary estimations management has made transaction cost or face value. program statement has not been are disclosed in the relevant notes Subsequent measurement is at prepared. The reporting entity is to the financial statements. amortised cost using the effective consolidated as part of the NSW interest method. Short-term payables Total State Sector Accounts. All amounts are rounded to the nearest one thousand dollars and with no stated interest rate are This financial report for the year are expressed in Australian currency. measured at the original invoice ended 30 June 2007 has been amount where the effect of authorised for issue by the Board The Corporaton has voluntarily elected discounting is immaterial. of the Small Business Development to comply with Treasury’s Financial (g) New Australian Accounting Corporation of New South Wales Reporting Code for the presentation Standards issued but on 19 October 2007. of its financial report. not effective (c) Administrative Support At the date of authorisation of The Department of State and Regional the financial report, the following Development is responsible for Standards and Interperetations administering the Small Business were in issue but not yet effective: Development Corporation Act 1984. The functions and activities of the AASB 7 & AASB 2005-10 Corporation are considered to be ‘Financial instruments: disclosures’ an integral part of the Department’s AASB 101 (Oct 2006) ‘Presentation core small business portfolio activities of Financial Statements’ – revised and is not an entity that operates standard. independently to the Department. The estimated cost of administrative services provided by the Department to the Corporation amounts to $124,000. Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 114 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

2 Expenses Excluding Losses

2007 2006 $’000 $’000 (a) Other operating expenses Auditor’s remuneration for audit of the financial report 6 5 Administration Expenses 3 3 Contractors 30 2 Publications and advertising 10 2 Travel expenses 6 6 Printing 2 4 Other expenses 8 7 Meeting Fees and Expenses 9 11 74 40

3 Programs / Activities of the Agency The Corporation’s functions are appropriated through the program, Development of the New South Wales Economy, a program of the Department of State and Regional Development. Objective: To advance the economic development of New South Wales by securing sustainable economic and business growth in metropolitan and regional areas.

4 Current Assets – Cash and Cash Equivalents The Corporation did not hold cash or cash equivalents as at 30th June 2007 (30th June 2006 Nil)

5 Current Liabilities – Payables

2007 2006 $’000 $’000 Creditors 5 5 5 5 Small Business Development Corporation of New South Wales Financial Statements

Notes to the Financial Statements 115 for the year ended 30 June 2007 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW

6 Changes in Equity

Accumulated Funds 2007 2006 $’000 $’000 Entity Balance at the beginning of the financial year (5) (5) Changes in equity – other than transactions with owners as owners Balance at the end of the financial year (5) (5)

7 Commitments for Expenditure 9 Budget Review Assets and liabilities Expenditure commitments as Net cost of services Net assets were in line with budget. at 30 June 2007 for goods and The actual Net Cost of Services Cash flows services$ Nil (30 June 2006 $ Nil) was nil. The actual operating Net cash flows from operating expenses were higher than budget activities was nil. 8 Contingent Liabilities by $24,000 primarily due to greater and Contingent Assets than budgeted expenditure on 10 After Balance Date Events contracting specialist services for The Corporation is not aware of any the Department, presentation of There are no events subsequent contigent liabilities and / or contingent a small business workshop and to balance date which affect the assets associated with its operations. advertising expenses to fill vacancies financial report. on the board of the Corporation. End of audited financial The actual revenue was higher statements than budgeted revenue by $24,000 to meet the actual expenditure. NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 116 Appendices Contents

1 Engagement of consultants 118

2 Consumer response 119

3 Controlled entities 119

4 Credit card use certification 120

5 Disability Action Plan 120

6 Equal Employment Opportunity 121

7 Ethnic Affairs Priority Statement 122

8 Freedom of Information 124

9 Government Energy Plan 128

10 Grants to non-government community organisations 129

11 Code of Conduct 139

12 Guarantee of Service 143

13 Human Resources 143

14 Information and communication technology 144

15 Internal Audit Bureau 145

16 Land disposal 145

17 Major assets 145

18 Major works in progress 145 19 Overseas travel 145 Appendices, 15Access, Index 20 Payment of accounts 147

21 Privacy and personal information 148

22 Publications and promotional material 148

23 Research and Development 150

24 Risk management and insurance 150

25 Senior Executive Service (SES) 151

26 Significant Committees Membership 153

27 Waste reduction and purchasing policy 155

28 Workers Compensation and Occupational Health and Safety 156

Access 157

Index 159 Appendices

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Appendix 1 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Engagement of consultants Consultants equal to or more than $30,000 Category and name Cost Purpose Management services Professor Jonathan West 128,676 Development of an innovation strategy Professor Michael Hess 36,364 Research paper to support innovation strategy Professor Ian Marsh 36,364 Research paper to support innovation strategy Professor Keith Smith 36,364 Research paper to support innovation strategy Contemporary International – Australia 95,399 Preparation of report for NSW Government consideration on a potential bid for World Expo 2020 Contemporary International – Australia 43,824 Advice on Olympic & Commonwealth Games business opportunities Rigby Downs P/L 95,000 Development & implementation of TNSW Partnership Engagement Plan Dangar Research Group Ltd 53,840 NSW Business Campaign Research Australian Market Research P/L 41,000 Client outcomes satisfaction survey Organisational Review Corex P/L 109,091 Review of NSW major event capabilities and convention and exhibition infrastructure STW Communications Group 81,818 Review of NSW major event capabilities and convention and exhibition infrastructure Total Over $30,000 757,739

Consultants less than $30,000 During the year, 34 other consultancies costing less than $30,000 were engaged in the following areas: Category and name Cost Legal 57,541 Management Services 332,095 Total under $30,000 Total consultancies 1,147,375 Appendices

Appendix 2 Appendix 3 impact on the NSW economy, 119 particularly in relation to new 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Consumer response Controlled entities technologies and skills. The financial statements for the Corporation All requests made to the Department The Department administers, but are included in this Report. for information or assistance are does not control, three entities as met directly and promptly and/or prescribed under Section 45A (1A) of Small Business Development are referred to the most appropriate the Public Finance and Audit Act 1983. Corporation of New South Wales officer as required. The Department’s Ministerial Corporation The Small Business Development stakeholders and the community have Corporation was established in 1984. a number of avenues through which for Industry they can offer feedback regarding The Ministerial Corporation for The Corporation’s primary the level of consumer response and Industry is established under the objectives are to: customer service, including contacting State Development and Industries – investigate matters relating to the Department’s principal office Assistance Act 1966 No 10. the small business sector of the or regional offices, or by providing The Corporation’s functions are to economy as the Minister may comments in writing or by email. promote, encourage and stimulate the: refer to the Corporation – exercise functions relating to The Department received no – establishment, expansion or the development of the small significant consumer complaints development of industries business sector of the economy during the reporting period. – carrying out, by business under- as the Minister may confer Consequently, no changes to takings and prescribed institutions, – investigate any other matters the Department’s programs and of projects that are likely to assist relating to the small business services were warranted on the the establishment, expansion or sector of the economy basis of adverse consumer response. development of industries. – conduct enquiries into issues The Department’s annual client The Corporation acts as a vehicle for affecting small business. survey was conducted in October providing financial assistance to Further details of the Corporation’s 2006, with a sample of 746 clients investors. Projects are reviewed activities for the year are described who had received assistance during on a case-by-case basis following in the Small Business Development the financial year. The overall rigorous analysis of their projected Division’s section within this report. satisfaction with assistance provided by the Department was high (85 per The Corporation’s membership for the 2006-2007 year comprised: cent). The satisfaction with the level of knowledge and service of the Ms Lynn Scott (Chair) Managing Director, Creative By Design Department's staff was also high (86 Mr Roger Bailey Managing Director, Bailey Interiors Pty Ltd per cent), as reported in the survey. The Department remains committed Mr Alan Eldridge Managing Director, Eldridge and Co to providing professional, courteous Mr Loftus Harris Director General, Department of State and prompt assistance to its clients and Regional Development and the public in general. Ms Karen Howard Managing Director, Nineways Business Centre Ms Lexie Hurford Assistant General Manager, Hurford group of companies Ms Beata Kade Managing Director, Art of Multimedia Pty Ltd Mr John Lightfoot Managing Director, Lightfoot and Associates Pty Ltd Ms Margaret Lomas Director, Destiny Financial Solutions Pty Ltd Ms Maree Lowe Director, ASI Solutions Mr Paul Martin Managing Director, Ledacon Pty Ltd Mr Andrew Terry Head of School of Business Law and Taxation, University of NSW Mr Peter Wright Managing Director, Central Commercial Printers Pty Ltd Note: Three new appointments were made in September 2006 until the end of the Corporation’s three-year term: – Mr Roger Bailey of Mortdale; Mr Paul Martin of Fairy Meadow and Mr Peter Wright of Bathurst – Ms Lynn Scott ended her term as Chair in February 2007 – Mr John Lightfoot was appointed as Chair in February 2007 until the end of the term.

NSW Innovation Council Innovation is recognised as one of the key drivers of growth in jobs, investment and exports. Accordingly the NSW Innovation Council, established by an Act of Parliament in December 1996, advises the Minister on programs and policies to raise the level of innovation activity in the NSW public and private sectors. Appendices

Appendix 4 Appendix 5 The plan identified gaps in access and/ 120 or barriers to offices and services for 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Credit card use certification Disability Action Plan people with disabilities. It provides open communication channels for In accordance with the Treasurer’s The Department’s Disability Action feedback from stakeholder groups Direction 205.01, it is certified Plan 2004-2007 continued to build and provides for the implementation that credit card usage by all the on successes from previous years. of appropriate strategies to ensure Department’s officers during The plan’s principles and actions equal access to all Department 2006-2007 was in accordance with have been integrated into the services for people with disabilities. the appropriate Government policy, Department’s operating plans. Premier’s Memoranda, and Treasurer’s Direction.

Action Strategies Outcomes Physical access Expand the Department’s premises Refurbishments were completed in order to relocate OSMR and RTU and an access audit of the expanded to the same building. premises was completed to provide access for people with disabilities. Ensure changes are made to the premises to meet public and Induction Loop installed in employee needs as required. conference/meeting facilities for people with hearing impairments. Promoting positive Departmental publications to profile Articles included in Departmental community attitudes business people with disabilities. publications. Employment and training of staff Training programs for recruitment Recruitment activities and training panel members develop an awareness reflect merit based principles. of merit based selection principles. Information about how to access Provide information to staff about resources included in induction, staff resources available to assist with and management training programs. workplace adjustments for people with disabilities. Information about services Develop policies and procedures Policies and procedures monitored that incorporate the needs of and revised as necessary. staff with disabilities. All public information is Monitor the format of guidelines on appropriate and accessible the Department’s services to identify to people with disabilities. barriers in the provision of information for people with disabilities. Raising awareness Maintain and promote the Making Comprehensive information resource Connections Website as a valuable for people with spinal cord injury, resource on spinal cord injury their families, careers and spinal and conditions. cord injury researchers and healthcare professionals. Provide a grant and in-kind support to the Australasian Spinal Cord Grant applied by ASCIN to advance Injury Network (ASCIN) to facilitate treatments for spinal cord injury and its establishment. disease by promoting excellence in research and clinical practice through communication, collaboration and capacity building. Appendices

Appendix 6 – the Department’s Management – provided a range of work and 121 Development Program family initiatives, including flexible 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Equal Employment Opportunity incorporated EEO and Anti- work options, subscription to child/ Discrimination sessions conducted eldercare resource kit, subscription The Department is committed by the Anti-Discrimination Board to an advisory/referral service, and to implementing policies and – enhanced processes and training employer sponsored child care practices that meet Equal to support diversity and equity – maintained membership of Employment Opportunity (EEO) in the composition of selection Diversity NSW as means of legislative requirements. panels and the conduct of staff exchanging information and Major Equal Employment selection processes enhancing EEO initiatives Opportunity outcomes for the year: – the Performance Development – the Department participated Program provided opportunities in the Women’s Forum as part – revised the Department’s for managers to integrate EEO of the consultation process Harassment and Bullying Policy accountabilities with performance for the NSW Public Sector – conducted Respectful Workplace planning and evaluation processes Women’s Employment and Workshops which profiled and to identify training and career Development Strategy appropriate workplace development needs – promoted the Department as an behaviour and included EEO employer through advertising diversity awareness training and promotional material. Trends in the representation and distribution of EEO groups are shown in the following tables.

A. Trends in the representation of EEO target groups EEO target group % of Total Staff Benchmark or Target 2004 2005 2006 2007 Women 50% 49 52 63 64 Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders 2% 1 1.9 1.2 1.4 People whose first language was not English 20% 16 18 16 12 People with a disability 12% 5 5 5 3 People with a disability requiring work-related adjustment 7% 1.1 0.5 1.1 0.6

B. Trends in the distribution of EEO Groups EEO target group Distribution Index Benchmark or Target 2004 2005 2006 2007 Women 100 86 87 84 80 Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders 100 n/a n/a n/a n/a People whose first language was not English 100 96 96 92 97 People with a disability 100 n/a n/a 101 n/a People with a disability requiring work-related adjustment 100 n/a n/a n/a n/a

Notes: – staff numbers are as at 30 June 2007 – excludes casual staff – a Distribution Index of 100 indicates that the centre of the distribution of the EEO group across salary levels is equivalent to that of other staff. Values less than 100 mean that the EEO group tends to be more concentrated at lower salary levels than is the case for other staff. The more pronounced this tendency is, the lower the index will be. In some cases the index may be more than 100, indicating that the EEO group is less concentrated at lower salary levels. The Distribution Index is automatically calculated by the software provided by the Office of the Director of Equal Opportunity in Public Employment (ODEOPE) – the Distribution Index is not calculated where EEO group or non-EEO group numbers are less than 20. Appendices

Appendix 6 (cont’d) Appendix 7 The Council interacts with the ethnic 122 business community in NSW through 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Planned activities for 2007-2008 Ethnic Affairs Priority Statement its cooperation with bilateral business associations, and its members’ General The Department undertook a networks. With the support of range of initiatives in supporting – update the Department’s Code the Department, the Council also the Ethnic Priorities Statement. of Conduct and Ethics, Grievance organises regular events such as the Policy and Procedures, Induction Investment and annual Premier’s Asia Business Dinner. Program and Management business migration In April 2007, the Department and Development Program in The Department sponsored Council hosted a breakfast information accordance with the revised forum on the role and work of the Harassment and Bullying 438 potential business migrants, an increase of 35 per cent since APEC Business Advisory Council. Prevention Policy Information-specific sessions are – develop an Equity and Diversity 2005-2006. Over 90 per cent of business migration applicants also run at the request of bilateral Plan that incorporates the business associations. EEO Management Plan and sponsored by the Department were Aboriginal Employment Strategy. approved by the Commonwealth In 2007-2008, the operation of the Department of Immigration and NSW-Asia Business Advisory Council Aboriginal and Citizenship. These business migrants will continue. The Council will be Torres Strait Islander are expected to invest over $85 expanded and new members from – implement Making It Our million, create over 650 jobs and the diverse Asian business community Business strategies to improve generate $363 million in exports. invited to become members. the recruitment, development, The investment and business migration and retention of Aboriginal and program will continue in 2007-2008. Small Business The Department’s Trade Promotion Torres Strait Islander people The Department continued to promote Program offers export-ready New – participate in the NSW Public the State’s language skills to potential South Wales companies an effective Sector Indigenous Cadetship overseas investors and to business and and efficient way to identify new Program and internship programs skilled migrants. Promotional flyers international business opportunities to broaden access to employment and a brochure were produced to and to acquire the knowledge and programs available to Aboriginal highlight to potential investors the connections critical to export success. people and Torres Strait Islanders advantages of investing in New Trade missions and individual business – explore potential for creating South Wales. and filling an identified position visits to emerging markets around the in a Regional office. In 2007-2008, the Department will world are organised and New South host events before, during and after Wales business participation in Women the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation international exhibitions is also – run elections for new (APEC) forum which is being held supported. A key aspect of the Spokeswomen as a precursor in Sydney in September 2007. These program is pre-departure briefings to reinvigorating the Department’s events will provide an opportunity to that cover various aspects of doing Spokeswomen Program promote New South Wales businesses business overseas, including cross- – re-establish the Department’s to the world with a view to creating cultural issues in the markets to be Women’s Development/ further new job and investment visited as part of the program. In Networking Group for female staff opportunities for New South Wales. 2006-2007, the Department organised members and develop a program ten pre-departure briefings for New of workshops. The group’s role will New South Wales-Asia South Wales companies participating be to promote networking among Business Advisory Council in trade mission and exhibitions in female staff and suggest strategies The New South Wales-Asia Business China, India, Japan, Singapore, and initiatives to the Executive that Advisory Council advises the NSW Malaysia, Thailand and the United improve the workplace for women Government on trade and investment Arab Emirates. The Department also and raise awareness amongst opportunities for NSW businesses organises translations of the marketing managers about the issues that in the Asian region, including India. collateral of New South Wales trade affect women in the workplace. During 2006-2007, the Council had businesses going on trade missions 12 members, 11 of whom were from into the language of the market that is a non-English speaking background visited. In 2006-2007, materials were (91 per cent). One member resigned translated into Korean, Mandarin, Thai from the Council in July 2006. and Japanese. Interpreters were also used in these markets to facilitate business opportunities. This program will continue in 2007-2008. Appendices

Appendix 7 (cont’d) The Department actively engages Tourism NSW played a major role in 123 and consults with bilateral business bidding for Sydney to host World 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW The Department developed a range associations, enlisting the support of Youth Day in 2008. This event will of small business facts sheets, seven people with an ethnic background. attract large numbers of visitors from of which were translated into five Trade events are regularly co-hosted around the world in 2007-2008 and community languages (Arabic, with bilateral business associations. Tourism NSW is expected to utilise Chinese, Italian, Greek and Organisations include the Australia- this opportunity to play a significant Vietnamese). These brochures were China Business Council, the Australia- role in promoting both Sydney and distributed through the Department’s India Business Council, Australia-Thai in regional New South Wales to ethnic community business networks Chamber of Commerce, the Japan domestic and international visitors. and Business Advisory Services (BAS) Chamber of Commerce, the Australia- program contractors. The fact sheets Singapore Chamber of Commerce and In 2007-2008 New South Wales will were accessible on the Department’s Industry, the Australia-Arab Chamber host a number of football fixtures small business website and were sent of Commerce and Industry, the against international teams that will to members of the community Australia-Vietnam Chamber of draw visitors from interstate and on request. Commerce, the Australia-Latin overseas and build on New South America Chamber of Commerce, Wales’ reputation as a centre for The Western Sydney Business Centre and the European-Australia Business soccer excellence. collaborated with the Australian Arab Council. Web links to bilateral Business Network Inc by sourcing and Retail Tenancy business associations appear assisting with speakers for its monthly The Retail Tenancy Unit (RTU) provides on the Department’s website. functions. The Sydney Business interpreter services for clients. Advisory Services provided regular In 2007-2008 further networking Application forms for Retail Lease business input to the “Business Hour” opportunities for bilateral business Disputes and Rental Bond Disputes of the Muslim Community Radio organisations will continue to be include an area to self-nominate the 2MFM 92.1 as well as advertising its fostered with government and need for an interpreter. The RTU has business assistance services in the businesses. Opportunities arising documented procedures for the use radio’s magazine Muslim Hub. from the holding of APEC in Sydney of interpreters in mediation processes in September 2007 will be targeted. and maintains a record of calls and Statistics on cultural and linguistic mediation sessions requiring an diversity are kept for each ‘Women in Tourism NSW interpreter. Disputes are analysed Business Growth Strategy Workshop’. Tourism NSW continued to enhance for cross-cultural conflict content In 2006-2007 the results showed the accessibility of their consumer and where necessary an appropriate that approximately 15 per cent of website, www.visitnsw.com, with mediator with cross-cultural skills participants in metropolitan Sydney the introduction of multilingual is appointed. Staff and mediator workshops and 9 per cent of websites that are aligned with feedback is sought on the participants of regional workshops the English version site. effectiveness of services provided come from culturally and linguistically where interpreters are used. Data The multilingual websites involved diverse backgrounds. has also been analysed and used the translation of over 30,000 English to inform the development of Business Advisory Services, located words into seven languages, including translated publications. in areas with a high proportion of traditional and simplified Chinese, culturally and linguistically diverse Japanese, Korean, Italian, French and The Retail Tenant’s Guide has business/owner operators, deliver German. The websites are accessible been translated into Arabic, Chinese, special information services for to both Australian-based and Korean, Turkish and Vietnamese. particular language groups on a international users. In 2007-2008 demand driven basis. For example, these websites will be enhanced. Communications initiatives a Chinese Information Advisor at Throughout the year the Department the BAS office in Chatswood has Tourism NSW supported the developed integrated strategic been appointed to provide Chinese promotion of a range of events with marketing initiatives promoting language business information culturally and linguistically diverse business programs and services services. The Sutherland St George communities around Sydney and to the ethnic or CALD (Culturally BAS has a long association with the regional New South Wales including and Linguistically Diverse) audiences Chinese Australian Services Groups. the Chinese New Year Festival and the in New South Wales, Australia Sydney Italian Festival. In 2007-2008 and internationally. Using a mix Tourism NSW will continue to further of communication channels promote the Chinese New Year and collateral, the Department Festival and other similar events. produced materials to support various campaigns. In terms of identifying which ethnic communities should be targeted through the communications program, the Department reviewed 2001 ABS statistics and consulted with the relevant Divisions. A number of campaigns were conducted and are outlined below. Appendices

Appendix 7 (cont’d) A translated 45 second, radio – assisting major commercial 124 advertisement was developed to projects, providing key business 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Payroll Tax Incentive Scheme compliment the press schedule. This information and statistics, and The Payroll Tax Incentive Scheme is a was aired on: 2ME Arabic, 2CRN – assisting existing businesses with key element of the NSW Government’s China Radio, Cantonese, 2MM Greek, projected expansion and new approach to assisting new and existing Rete Italia Italian, 2AC Mandarin, domestic projects businesses to establish and grow in 2AUS – Radio Austral Spanish, 2VNR – providing advice and access to locations where unemployment is Vietnamese, 2KBA – Korean Radio business skills and information, above the State average. The ethnic Korean, 2RAK – Radio Bayrak Turkish, encouraging the development media schedule was planned around SBS radio – Cantonese, Vietnamese, of exports and the provision areas and regions eligible for the Turkish, Mandarin. of support for international incentive, targeting the larger ethnic trade markets Guangdong Joint – developing and implementing communities residing within those Economic Meeting areas and regions. strategic frameworks for the To support the 21st NSW-Guangdong State’s research sector Translated advertising appeared Joint Economic Meeting, 7 December – managing and administering in the following print media: 2006, the Department produced a medical research grants programs delegate’s handbook (in English and – promoting New South Wales An Nahar, El Telegraph, Australian Chinese), NSW delegates list (in English Chinese Daily, Sing Tao, Spanish destinations to international and Chinese) and a Guangdong and domestic visitors. Herald, The Greek Herald, O Kosmos, delegates list (in English and Chinese). The Indian Link, La Fiamma, The Arrangements for public Sydney Korean Herald, Chieu Duong Appendix 8 participation in policy formulation – Sunrise, Dan Viet. The Department invites public A 45 second Radio advertising Freedom of Information participation in policy formulation through private sector membership campaign covered the following Statement of Affairs stations: on Advisory Committees and Under the Freedom of Information Development Boards including: Arabic – 2ME, 2MORO AM, Greek – Act 1989, each agency is required to the Small Business Development 2MM, Cantonese – 2AC, 2CRN China publish an annual Statement of Affairs. Corporation, Regional Development Radio, SBS Radio, Spanish – 2AUS The Statement describes the structure Boards, the Tourism NSW Board, Radio Austral, SBS Radio, Italian – and functions of the agency and lists the Major Events Board, business Rete Italia, Korean – 2KBA Korean the categories of documents held by forums, research and other Radio, SBS Radio, Vietnamese – the agency. It also sets out how to non-profit organisations. 2VNR, SBS Radio, Mandarin – obtain documents that are eligible for 2AC, Mandarin – SBS Radio. public scrutiny under legislation. The Categories of documents held following information satisfies the In accordance with the Freedom Small Business September 2006 legislative requirements of the Act. of Information Act 1989, the Department holds the following A branded campaign promoting Structure and functions categories of documents: Small Business September 2006 The Department was created in events was aimed at small-to-medium December 1995 following the – correspondence with other sized business in New South Wales. amalgamation of the Department governments, local councils, The events were designed to assist of State Development and the community groups, and the business owners and operators Department of Business and Regional private sector enhance their business skills and Development. The Department’s – briefing papers and advice knowledge, to increase their structure, functions and charter to Ministers, departments, network of contacts and to gain are detailed at the beginning and authorities market intelligence to help grow of this report. – plans, sketches, diagrams their business. and photographs relating Effect of functions on to projects and programs The ethnic media schedule was members of the public based upon the location of the – overseas travel arrangements Much of the Department’s work has events and the communities residing – consultants’ reports an indirect impact on the general in those areas. The advertisements – documents relating to committees public. By encouraging investment, were translated. Targeted print serviced by the Department exports, industry development, media included: El Telegraph, – internal administration, including tourism and science and medical Sing Tao, La Fiamma, Spanish Herald, recruitment and accommodation, research, sustainable jobs were created Vietnamese Chieu Duong, An Nahar, staff and establishment, finance for the people of New South Wales. Australian Chinese Daily, The Greek and expenditure, management and Herald, Turkish News Weekly, The Department’s business, tourism, audit, and records management Indigenous Koori Mail. and science and medical community – itineraries and programs for target markets were directly influenced visiting trade delegations and by the Department’s activities in: other significant visitors. Appendices

Appendix 8 (cont’d) Requests for access to Rebates of 50 per cent are 125 documents should be made to: offered on charges: 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Specific documents FOI Coordinator – for pensioners and publications NSW Department of State – for non-profit organisations The Department maintains a number and Regional Development – where a public interest can of policy documents and produces Level 49, MLC Centre be demonstrated. a number of publications relating 19 Martin Place to its functional role. A full list of SYDNEY NSW 2001 documents published is listed in this Telephone: (02) 9338 6600 Report. Copies can be obtained free Facsimile: (02) 9338 6830 of charge by contacting: Email: Communications Unit [email protected] NSW Department of State and Regional Development Level 47, MLC Centre Freedom of information statistics for 2006-2007 19 Martin Place SYDNEY NSW 2001 Section A Tel: (02) 9338 6859 Fax: (02) 9338 6890 Numbers of new FOI requests Email: FOI Requests Personal Other Total [email protected] Hours: Monday–Friday A1 New (including transferred in) 9.00am–5.00pm. A2 Brought forward – 9 9 Archives A3 Total to be processed – 9 9 Out of date or inactive files, as classified by the Department’s A4 Completed – 2 2 disposal schedule (approved by A5 Transferred out – – – the State Records Authority) and in accordance with the State Records Act, A6 Withdrawn – 7 7 1998, are stored at the Government’s A7 Total processed – 2 2 Record Repository in Kingswood. A8 Unfinished – – – Computer-based information The Department maintains a number of websites and related information Section B tools that provide up to date business information to the public. What happened to completed requests? Access arrangements, Result of FOI Request Personal Other procedures and points of contact B1 Granted in full – 1 An application and a $30 fee should accompany requests for B2 Granted in part – – access to documents under the FOI B3 Refused – 1 Act. Application forms are available from the FOI Coordinator. Upon B4 Deferred – – receipt of a request, the applicant B5 Completed – 2 will be advised of the outcome of the application within 21 days, subject to the provisions of the Act. Section C Ministerial Certificates C1 Ministerial Certificates issued –

Section D Formal consultations Issued Total D1 Number of requests requiring – – formal consultation(s) Appendices

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Section E Amendment of personal records Result of Amendment Request Total E1 Result of amendment – agreed – E2 Result of amendment – refused – E3 Total –

Section F Notation of personal records F3 Number of requests for notation –

Section G FOI requests granted in part or refused – Basis of disallowing access – Number of times each reason cited in relation to completed requests granted in part or refused. Basis of disallowing or restricting access Personal Other G1 Section 19 (application incomplete, wrongly – – directed) G2 Section 22 (deposit not paid) – 5 G3 Section 25 (1) (a1) (diversion of resources) – – G4 Section 25 (1) (a) (exempt) – 1 G5 Section 25 (1) (b), (c), (d) (otherwise available) – 1 G6 Section 28 (1) (b) (documents not held) – 1 G7 Section 24 (2) – deemed refused, over 21 days – – G8 Section 31 (4) (released to – – Medical Practitioner) G9 Totals – 8

Section H Costs and fees of requests processed – does not include costs and fees for unfinished requests (results for these are included in Line A8). Assessed FOI fees costs received H1 All completed requests – $270

Section I Discounts allowed Type of discount allowed Personal Other I1 Public Interest – – I2 Financial Hardship – Pensioner/Child – – I3 Financial Hardship – Non-profit organisation – – I4 Totals – – I5 Significant correction of personal records – – Note: Except for item I5, items I1, I2, I3 and I4 refer to requests processed as recorded in A7. For I5, however, show the actual number of requests for correction of records processed during the period. Appendices

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Section J Days to process – calendar days Elapsed Time Personal Other J1 0–21 days – 2 J2 22–35 days – – J3 Over 35 days – – J4 Totals – 2

Section K Processing time – (A4) by hours taken to process (completed) Processing Hours Personal Other K1 0 – 10 hrs – 10 K2 11 – 20 hrs – – K3 21 – 40 hrs – – K4 Over 40 hrs – – K5 Totals – 10 hours

Section L Reviews and appeals – number finalised during the period L1 Number of internal reviews finalised 1 L2 Number of Ombudsman reviews finalised – L3 Number of Administrative Decisions Tribunal – appeals finalised

Details of internal review results – in relation to internal reviews finalised during the period Basis of Internal Review Personal Other Grounds on which internal review requested Upheld* Varied* Upheld* Varied* L4 Access refused – – – – L5 Deferred – – – – L6 Exempt matter – – – – L7 Unreasonable charges – – – – L8 Charge unreasonably incurred – – 1 – L9 Amendment refused – – – – L10 Totals – – 1 – * Relates to whether or not the original agency decision was upheld or varied by the internal review. Appendices

Appendix 9 To support the ABGR rating in Performance against goals 128 the corporate headquarters, the The Department used 10,238 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Government Energy Plan Department purchases a minimum gigajoules of energy, which generated of 10 per cent of its annual energy At the commencement of 2006-2007 1,736 tonnes of carbon dioxide. as GreenPower. This minimum staff at two of the Department’s When compared with the 1996-1997 figure will be reviewed in line with Sydney CBD sites were consolidated base year, the 2006-2007 usage the results of the ABGR rating. into one new corporate headquarters represented a 9 per cent increase to improve the Department’s In compliance with the Cleaner in energy consumption. The increase operational efficiency. Further NSW Government Fleet Policy, in energy consumption since the consolidation occurred in the final the Department reduced greenhouse base year of 1996-1997 is largely quarter of the reporting period which gas emissions by replacing vehicles attributed to a 98 per cent increase enabled considerable recurrent rental from the motor vehicle fleet with in the total number of staff and savings to be realised. It is anticipated more fuel efficient models. Vehicles co-located partners operating that this will also result in considerable with smaller engine capacities and from within the Department’s energy savings. higher Environmental Performance accommodation portfolio. Score (EPS) were leased, while the Corporate Commitment The total number of litres of fuel number of vehicles in the fleet used in the motor vehicle fleet was The Department is committed to remained static. All future vehicles 138,391. This represented a 7 per reaching the Government’s energy will be replaced with vehicles that cent reduction from the 2005-2006 management goal of reducing have a higher EPS than the vehicle reporting year and a 20 per cent greenhouse emissions arising from being replaced. reduction from the 1996-1997 its operational activities. In March base year. the Department’s corporate Implementation headquarters participated in the The Department implemented Future Direction “earth hour” initiative in which a number of policies and procedures Where possible, the Department Sydney-siders were encouraged to to assist in achieving the Government’s will continue to use Best Practice turn appliances off standby mode Energy Management targets of Standards in its procurement and switch all but emergency lights reducing state-wide total energy activities. Given that the Department off. The successful earth hour initiative consumption. These included of Commerce’s energy supply resulted in a 10.2 per cent drop in purchasing equipment that switches contracts now cater for both large energy use across the Sydney CBD. to a low-power mode when not and small sites, the Department in use; switching off equipment Planning expects to purchase GreenPower completely at the end of the day; for more of its sites throughout In line with Government policy, the programming hydroboil water units the State in 2007-2008. new corporate headquarters was to low flow and to run for 12 hours designed to include a range of energy per day five days per week rather saving devices in order to achieve than 24/7; running economy cycles a 4.5 star rating under the Australian on dishwashers; replacing standard Building Greenhouse Rating Scheme fluorescent tubes which consume (ABGR). At the end of March 2008, excessive energy and generate the Department will have accumulated excessive heat with the more efficient a full 12 months of data for the and longer life T5 tubes; and corporate headquarters which will encouraging staff to use ethanol enable a full rating assessment blended fuels in fleet vehicles. on the greenhouse impact and to compare the result with the energy design strategy. Appendices

Appendix 10 129 ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Grants to Non-Government Organisations

Organisation Project Amount

Country Lifestyles Program Promotes the benefits of regional centres to attract investment and key skills to these centres. Broken Bay Oysters Strategic Marketing Plan for Hawkesbury oyster growers $1,600 CB Alexander Foundation Hunter Harvest participation in regional culinary competition $242 Central Coast Plateau Chamber of Commerce Strategic directions plan – farming on the Central Coast Plateau $550 Central Coast Tourism Inc Economic Impact Study – Outrigger Resort and Ettalong Beach Club $625 Hunter Region Business Enterprise Centre Inc Sponsorship of the new Business Start-Up award category in the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards 2007 $400 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Business networking events for Small Business September 2006 $1,000 Orange Regional Vignerons Association Promotional material $1,500 Shoalhaven Area Consultative Committee Inc Sponsorship 2006 Live and Work Conference $500 Southern Highlands Manufacturers Cluster Business expo to promote career opportunities $600 in the Southern Highlands Tamworth Development Corporation Limited Tamworth Regional Business and Skills Relocation Project $4,802 Local government organisations Coffs Harbour City Council Manufacture Coffs Coast Forum $1,500 Glen Innes Council Skills audit and participation in Country Week 2005 $4,631 Greater Taree City Council Participation in Country Week 2005 $5,000 Scone Shire Council Information package $1,880 Tamworth Regional Council Promotional material $3,697

Developing Regional Resources Provides funding for local or regional organisations investigating economic opportunities and pursuing innovative approaches to economic development. Arts Northern Rivers Inc Strategic planning $10,000 Arts Upper Hunter Inc Employment of an Industry Development Officer $7,500 Australian Film Television and Radio School Screen Media Worksop Series $3,626 Australian Film Television and Radio School Business workshops for filmmakers $80 Bermagui Fishermen’s Co-operative Ltd Strategic and business plan $4,000 Brewarrina Business Co-operative Ltd Development of Yamagurra Student Enterprise $5,000 Broken Hill Community Foundation Development and coordination of the capital raising program $12,500 CB Alexander Foundation Feasibility study for recommissioning Murrumbidgee Rural Studies Centre $7,500 CENTROC Operation of Film Central and employment of a Project Officer $47,08 4 Children’s Cancer Institute of Australia Event management plan and promotional materials $12,500 Coffs Harbour Technology Park Ltd Employment of a Business Development Manager $32,500 Community Business Development and IT Services Strategy to assist Aboriginal businesses achieve self sustainability $13,000 Dubbo City Development Corporation Limited Promotional materials $5,000 Enterprise and Training Company Limited Employment of a Project Officer for Screenlinks Project $55,000 Far Western Regional Development Board Marketing and promotion costs and employment of a Project Co-ordinator $20,000 Hunter Manufacturers’ Association Sponsorship of the 2006 Hunter Manufacturing Awards $5,000 Hunter Manufacturers’ Association Sponsorship of 2007 Hunter Manufacturing Awards $4,500 Hunter Valley Research Foundation Operational assistance $50,000 Illawarra Business Chamber Sponsorship of Integral Energy Illawarra Business Awards $7,700 Illawarra Business Chamber Silver Sponsorship of the IBC Business Expo $5,000 Kiama Show Society Kiama Wine Show 2006 $15,000 Lead On Australia Employment of an Industry Development Officer $10,000 Macquarie Valley Food and Wine Inc Employment of a Network Coordinator $30,000 National Youth Science Forum National Youth Science Forum – “Career on a Plate” $1,000 Newcastle Airport Limited Newcastle Airport Master Plan project $5,000 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Small projects contribution $3,550 Northern Rivers Regional Development Board Development plan for screen industries in the Northern Rivers $7,000 Northern Rivers Regional Development Board Maclean Shire crematorium facility $10,500 Northern Rivers Screenworks (AIDC) Employment of a Locations Liaison Officer and Manager $20,000 Northern Rivers Screenworks (AIDC) Operating costs $20,000 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount Northern Rivers Visual Arts Network Development plan and employment of a Coordinator $38,750 Orange Regional Vignerons Association Developing Brand Orange $30,000 Regional Film Offices Development of a network structure $5,376 Richmond Valley Business and Rural Employment of a Project Manager Financial Counselling Services Inc $25,500 Riverfest Incorporated Promotional materials $5,000 Royal Agricultural Society Strategic analysis of market and export opportunities $12,000 Southern Highlands Manufacturers Cluster Employment of a Coordinator $12,000 Southern Highlands Vignerons Association Inc Employment of a Food and Wine Coordinator $7,770 Southern New England Vignerons Association Inc. Geographic indicator application: mapping and application fee $1,750 Sustainable Tourism Cooperative Research Centre Employment of a Project Coordinator and Business Facilitator $20,000 The Wetlands Centre Employment of a Marketing Manager and Marketing Assistant $15,000 Trippac Oyster Farmers of the Shoalhaven A review of environmental factors $3,900 University of Wollongong Operation of Film Illawarra $35,000 Winemakers Federation of Australia Sponsorship of the Cellar Door Metrics $4,000 Young District Producers Co-Operative Society Ltd Strategic and business plan $7,408 Local government organisations Bellingen Shire Council Employment of an Economic Development Officer $18,000 Bourke Shire Council Employment of an Economic Development Officer $35,000 Broken Hill City Council Growth strategy including business survey, $20,000 baseline study and analysis Clarence Valley Council Strategic plan $10,000 Cooma Monaro Shire Council Employment of a Growth Strategy / Economic Development Manager $30,000 Coonamble Shire Council Strategic business plan $9,600 Deniliquin Council Feasibility study of river boat project $9,000 Dubbo City Council Review of Economic Development Strategy $15,000 Forbes Shire Council Demand Driven Farming Project $20,000 Great Lakes Council Development of Employment Lands Strategy $4,870 Greater Taree City Council Review and development of plans, strategies and promotional material $20,000 Hunter Councils Business plan $10,000 Hunter Region Organisation of Councils Operation of Film Hunter Office $55,000 Kiama Municipal Council Investment Marketing Strategy $20,000 Mid-Western Regional Council Tourism strategy for LGA $15,000 Nambucca Shire Council Nambucca Vehicle Body Manufacturing Cluster Development Plan $5,000 Port Stephens Council Land Use Strategy $15,000 Shoalhaven City Council Strategic planning $12,000 Shoalhaven City Council Environmental report for aquaculture industry $7,500 Shellharbour City Council Marketing the Illawarra Regional Airport $20,000 Tumut Shire Council Feasibility study for abandoned Mountain Maid site $14,880 Upper Hunter Shire Council Employment of a Project Coordinator $42,000 Upper Hunter Shire Council Production of prospectus $3,331 Walgett Shire Council Strategic business plan for Lightning Ridge Opal and Fossil Centre $4,000 Wollongong City Council Assessment of employment lands demand $9,950 Wollongong City Council Investment Attraction Strategy $30,000

Main Street/Small Towns Assists communities to take a strategic and proactive approach to their economic development Albion Park Chamber Of Commerce Albion Park Coordinator $20,000 Albion Park Chamber Of Commerce Albion Park Spring Festival $3,275 Austinmer – Thirroul Lions Club Thirroul Seaside and Arts Festival $5,000 Belmont Chamber of Commerce Belmont branding marketing activities $9,700 Brunswick Heads Chamber of Commerce Business Retention and Expansion Survey and Business Marketing Workshop $3,000 Business Charlestown Inc Charlestown community strategic planning, $19,290 branding and marketing materials Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount Casino Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc Business Directory and Business Awards $12,500 Committee of Speed on Tweed Inc Festival of Speed on Tweed $10,000 Cowra Tourism Inc Shire wide Business Retention and Expansion Survey and Tourism Strategy $3,500 Cowra Tourism Inc Cowra Better Business Awards $2,500 Deni – Play on the Plains Festival Inc Strategic plan for the Deni Ute Muster and business workshops $2,000 Gundagai Regional Enhancement Group The Turning Wave Festival $8,650 Hay Tourism and Development Inc Community Planning activities and Economic Development Officer $9,500 Hunter River Agricultural and Horticultural Association Hunter Boutique Wine and Gourmet Food Festival $7,500 Kendall Heritage Society Inc Community strategic planning and marketing materials $8,250 Kyogle Community Economic Growing Kyogle project $12,500 Development Committee Inc Lower Lachlan Community Services Inc Heart of NSW Festival $10,000 Moruya Chamber Of Commerce Moruya on the Move Promotion $2,500 Mungo Festival Inc Willandra Lakes Mungo Festival $8,750 Myall Waterways Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Tea Gardens/Hawkes Nest Event Coordinator $12,000 Nosh on the Namoi Narrabri Nosh on the Namoi Festival $6,000 Old Bar Festival Inc Old Bar Festival $15,000 Outback Beds Inc Promotional campaign $18,000 Outback Beds Inc Business and marketing plan $2,000 Perisher Resorts Chamber of Commerce Strategic planning, event coordinating and marketing activities $15,000 Shoalhaven Food and Wine Spectacular Inc Shoalhaven Food and Wine Spectacular Event $5,000 Tea Gardens Community Technology Centre Business Retention and Expansion Survey $1,500 The Illawarra Itec Ltd Wollongong Small Business Club $4,000 The Illawarra Itec Ltd Northern Illawarra Business Coordinator $12,500 Thredbo Chamber Of Commerce Bushfire Recovery Project $5,000 Towns with Heart Inc Kurri Kurri Ask Me I’m a Local $4,762 Towns with Heart Inc Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival Marketing Plan and Festival $14,000 Towns with Heart Inc Kurri Kurri Coffee Table Mural Book $6,107 Tweed Valley CTC Uki Platypus and Rainforest Walk and marketing plan $7,000 Upper Lachlan Shire Council Strategic planning $9,000 Uralla Shire Council Economic Development Officer $12,500 Urana Shire Council Business plan for enhanced use of aquatic centre $10,000 Wakool Shire Council Events Coordinator and tourism/event marketing materials $12,000 Woolgoolga Chamber of Commerce Woolgoolga Curryfest Industry and Tourism Inc $5,000 Local government organisations Balranald Shire Council Balranald Organic Livestock Conference $5,214 Blayney Shire Council Business Development Officer $3,445 Bombala Council Promotion and Events Coordinator $3,000 Byron Shire Council Byron Community Economic Development Officer $12,500 Cabonne Council Molong community planning $1,200 Clarence Valley Council Shire wide Business Retention and Expansion Survey $8,000 Clarence Valley Council Grafton community strategic planning $1,500 Clarence Valley Council South Grafton strategic planning $5,000 Clarence Valley Council Economic Development Officer $17,500 Coolamon Shire Council Economic Development Officer and Strategic Plan $6,500 Cooma Monaro Shire Council Community planning activities for shire villages $12,251 Coonamble Shire Council Events Promotion Officer $15,000 Corowa Shire Council Marketing strategy $12,500 Eurobodalla Shire Council Moruya coordinator and business planning/marketing workshops $7,800 Glen Innes Severn Council Economic Development Project Officer $21,500 Glen Innes Severn Council Gourmet on the Glen and New England Wine Event $3,000 Glen Innes Severn Council Event Management Workshop $1,500 Goulburn Mulwaree Council Economic development and tourism plan, and promotional material $12,500 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount Greater Hume Shire Council Festival of Holbrook (formerly Hume Shire Council) $5,000 Greater Hume Shire Council Weekend Wander Event (formerly Hume Shire Council) $4,856 Greater Taree City Council Community Economic Development Coordinator $22,500 Gwydir Shire Council Community Economic Development Officer Mentoring $1,500 Gwydir Shire Council Tourism and Economic Development Manager $40,000 Gwydir Shire Council Shire wide strategic planning, tourism planning, Business Retention and Expansion survey $24,000 Inverell Shire Council Business Retention and Expansion Survey and business development workshop $4,500 Kyogle Council Economic Development Coordinator $22,500 Kyogle Council Sense of Place $25,000 Kyogle Council Business Retention and Expansion Survey $2,000 Lake Macquarie City Council Business prospectus $3,000 Lismore Shire Council Strategic plan for walking track in Nimbin $2,500 Lismore Shire Council Nimbin Event Coordinator $10,000 Liverpool Plains Shire Council Shire wide community planning activities, Economic Development Officer $37,500 Moree Plains Shire Council Shirewide community planning $7,500 Murray Shire Council Event planning for the Perricoota Wine – Budburst Festival $1,750 Nambucca Shire Council Macksville Cross Winds Environmental Park Travellers Rest promotion $4,200 Oberon Council Workshops to encourage businesses and their employees to undertake formalised training $2,500 Oberon Council Economic Development Officer $22,500 Parkes Shire Council Events Officer $12,500 Parkes Shire Council Tourism strategy $3,750 Port Stephens Council Tomaree Peninsula Events Strategy $5,000 Pristine Waters Council / Clarence Valley Council Community planning activities $10,027 Shellharbour City Council Shellharbour City Small Business Network $4,000 Shoalhaven City Council Shoalhaven Business Awards $5,000 Tamworth Regional Council Manilla Strategic Planning $3,000 Temora Shire Council Festival of Temora $10,000 Tenterfield Shire Council-MSC Promotional resource kit $3,750 Tumbarumba Shire Council Strategic plan for Tumbafest Festival $8,000 Tumbarumba Shire Council Community Economic Development Manager $25,000 Tumut Shire Council Events/Community Development Coordinator $5,000 Yallaroi Shire Council Business workshops and strategic planning $2,955 Young Shire Council Business workshop $3,000

New Market Expansion Program Assists firms to pursue and take up new markets. ‘New Market’s’ are defined as markets outside the respective regions. Australian Cotton Centre Website development to promote cottonseed oil and cotton value-added products $1,978 Koomalani Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Seminars Promotional materials and website design $1,491 Southern New England Vignerons Association Inc Website design to target Sydney market $1,485

Regional Development Board Innovation Program This program aims to develop best practice, innovative methods, techniques and approaches in the field of local/regional economic development; assist Boards in responding to local/regional development needs; and assist Boards in addressing identified strategic priorities for their region. Business Central Coast Ageing population on the Central Coast region – economic opportunities $10,000 Business Central Coast Portal marketing $10,000 Business Central Coast Business Development Program with Central Coast Mariners Football Club $20,000 Capital Region Development Board Capital Region Film and Television Production Liaison Program $40,000 Central Western Regional Development Board Forums for Small Business September 2006 and attendance at the Australia Needs Skills Expo 2006 $8,340 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount Central Western Regional Development Board Telecommunications Readiness Strategy $20,000 Central Western Regional Development Board Skilled Migration Attraction $25,000 Central Western Regional Development Board Business Confidence Surveys through Western Research Institute $21,803 Central Western Regional Development Board Facilitation of an engineering and trade related industry network $10,000 Far Western Regional Development Board Smallbiz: Big Future events Broken Hill 2006 $4,500 Far Western Regional Development Board Film Broken Hill - employment of project coordinator, marketing and promotion $20,000 Far Western Regional Development Board Feasibility study for building a pavilion in Broken Hill $3,000 Gowest Regional Development Board Orana Retirement Investment Tour $20,000 Gowest Regional Development Board Business survey in the Orana region $2,500 Gowest Regional Development Board Small Business September initiatives $10,000 Gowest Regional Development Board Model to increase business investment, relocations and skills attraction to NSW $5,000 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Community Economic Projects in Greater Western Sydney $3,500 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Hawkesbury Harvest Stage III Project $10,000 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Employment of Administration and Projects Officer $56,150 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Airds LEC Slingshot Youth Enterprise Development Program $15,000 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Greater Western Sydney Marketing Strategy 06/07 $99,845 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Parramatta Sustainable Development Project $10,000 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Employment of temporary Administrative Assistant $19,200 Greater Western Sydney Economic Development Board Assistance towards development, delivery and hosting of a new Board Website $3,000 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Development of strategies to expedite regional infrastructure projects $45,000 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Hunter River Flats Project $5,000 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Employment of an administrative trainee $4,377 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Regional marketing initiatives $36,000 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Hunter Region website upgrade $6,000 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Employment of a receptionist for the Hunter Trade and Investment Centre $29,891 Hunter Economic Development Corporation Updating the Regional Economic Development Strategy $11,000 Illawarra Regional Development Board Skills audit to address skills shortages $10,000 Illawarra Regional Development Board Port Kembla Intermodal Study $10,000 Illawarra Regional Development Board Sensis Business Directory $6,000 Illawarra Regional Development Board Employment of Project Officer for the Tourism Bureau $35,000 Illawarra Regional Development Board SEGRA 2007 Conference $20,000 Mid North Coast Regional Development Board Mid North Coast Regional Industry and Economic Plan $20,000 Murray Regional Development Board Technology Park Project $40,000 Murray Regional Development Board Murray Valley Field Station Feasibility Project $2,500 Murray Regional Development Board Attraction of skilled migrants $20,000 Murray Regional Development Board Central Murray Horticultural Project $8,000 Murray Regional Development Board Clever Network Program $50,000 Murray Regional Development Board Murray Now, Promoting Sustainable Regional Growth Project $40,000 Murray Regional Development Board The Cellar Door Loyalty Program $5,000 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Art as an Industry $2,500 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Regional Business Networking Program for Small Business September 2005 $5,000 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Skilled Migration Attraction $25,000 Northern Inland Regional Development Board Developing visual arts industry and business capacity $17,000 Northern Rivers Regional Development Board Marine industry supply chain capability study $2,750 Northern Rivers Regional Development Board Forest thinning and small logs project $20,000 Regional Youth Business Pilot YCreate Business Tool Kit $10,820 Riverina Regional Development Board Stump Jump Community Leadership Program $2,376 Riverina Regional Development Board Employment of Migration Project Officer $5,000 Riverina Regional Development Board C-Change Bureau $40,000 Riverina Regional Development Board Irrigation Grains Industry Scoping Study $5,000 Riverina Regional Development Board Skilled Migration Attraction $20,000 Riverina Regional Development Board Feasibility study for conversion of plastic to diesel $2,727 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount

Regional Economic Transition Scheme (RETS) RETS provides assistance to projects in regional areas that have experienced sharp economic shocks as a result of structural adjustment or the loss of a major industry. Eden Marine Centre Ltd ITF The Eden Employment of a Project Coordinator to raise capital for the centre Whale Discovery Centre Research Trust $5,000 Ngadrri Ngalli Way Development and implementation of the Yaamma Indigenous Cultural Festival 2006 $8,000 The Australian Stock Horse Society Ltd Employment of an Export and International Market Coordinator $25,844 Local government organisations Bega Valley Shire Council Employment of a Project Officer $12,500 Bourke Shire Council Employment of an Economic Development Officer $5,000 Gloucester Shire Council Promotional material to attract businesses to Gloucester region $6,000 Kyogle Council Feasibility study into establishing a technology and enterprise training facility $1,000 Scone Shire Council Employment of a Community Development Officer to attract commercial activity to Scone Shire $10,000

Towns and Villages Futures Program This program enables communities (with populations of less than 2,500) to undertake a planning process and implement projects that have community support and will result in new economic activity. Barmedman Modified Tractor Pull Association Inc Barmedman Modified Tractor Pull Event $5,500 Bermagui Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Tourism Marketing Planning $5,000 Bulahdelah Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Inc Tourism Marketing Workshop $2,100 Bulahdelah Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Inc Project Coordinator, Marketing Materials and Business Workshops $7,500 Burcher Progress Association Poppers in the Pines Festival $3,500 Canowindra Art Network Canowindra Bush to City Touring Art Exhibition $5,000 Central Coast Plateau Inc Mangrove Mountain Tourism/Marketing Planning and Marketing Materials $3,000 Cobargo Tourist and Business Association Inc Community planning activities $5,000 Collector Villiage Pumpkin Festival Committee Pumpkin Festival $3,000 Comboyne Community Association Project Coordinator, brochure and website development $3,000 Comboyne Community Association Strategic Planning and Business Retention and Expansion Survey $3,500 Coolah District Development Group Coolah Jazz in the Tops Event $5,000 Cudgegong Business Group Inc Rylstone/Kandos Online Business and Services Directory $1,505 Dalgety Chamber of Commerce Dalgety Snowy River Festival $10,000 Dunedoo and District Development Group Inc Bush Poetry Festival $7,500 Goodooga Community Cooperative Project Coordinator $7,500 Gresford Community Group Incorporated Strategic planning and website development $2,000 Gundagai Regional Enhancement Group Promotion $3,500 Hillston Lions Club Inc Australiana Bush Festival $4,227 Jervis Bay Tourism Inc Huskisson and Jervis Bay strategic planning $7,500 Kangaroo Valley Arts Festival Inc Kangaroo Valley Arts Festival $5,000 Lower Lachlan Community Services Inc Lake Cargelligo strategic planning $500 Molong Advancement Group Bank Street Festival $15,000 New Italy Museum Inc New Italy Museum business/marketing plan $6,750 Redemptorists – St Clement’s Retreat Promotional brochure $5,000 Stroud Progress Association Inc Strategic planning $1,500 Tullamore Inc Tullamore Irish Festival $2,500 Tumut Shire Council Batlow Event Coordinator $7,500 Two Fires Festival of Arts and Activism Inc Braidwood Two Fires Festival $14,500 Tyalgum District Community Association Inc Tyalgum and Chillingham strategic planning $6,000 Weereewa – A Festival of Lake George Committee Inc Weereewa - A Festival of Lake George $3,000 Wentworth Regional Economic Development Inc Strategic planning and business marketing workshops $5,000 Wentworth Regional Economic Development Inc Wentworth Inland Tourism Awards presentation night $3,000 White Cliffs Opal Fields Tourist Association Inc Strategic planning and marketing $4,500 Wollombi Valley Chamber of Commerce Sculpture in the Vineyards Event $4,500 Wollombi Valley Chamber of Commerce Community Website $5,000 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount Local government organisations Bombala Council Creewah, Bibbenluke, Ando and Cathcart strategic planning $3,000 Clarence Valley Council Wooli and Minnie Water strategic planning $1,750 Cooma Monaro Shire Council Nimmitabel tourism development and project coordination $3,750 Coonamble Shire Council Quambone Promotion $3,182 Greater Hume Shire Council Walla Walla Marketing Plan (formerly Hume Shire Council) $3,125 Greater Hume Shire Council Holbrook Festival (formerly Hume Shire Council) $7,000 Harden Shire Council Tourism Marketing Planning $3,000 Harden Shire Council Jugiong Tourism/Marketing Planning $2,000 Inverell Shire Council Annual event of opera on a farm and regional touring performances $5,000 Murray Shire Council Mathoura website $4,000 Pristine Waters Council / Clarence Valley Council Wooli and Minnie Water community planning activities $2,795 Tamworth Regional Council Bendemeer Grey Fergie Tractor Muster $5,000 Yass Valley Council Wee Jasper Community Planning, Tourism Marketing Workshop $6,000

Regional Flagship Events Program The program supports regional events that have the potential to become tourism flagships for the region, building its image and boosting visitation from outside the region. All grants are provided for under the Tourism NSW Growth Program. Songlines Festival Blue Mountains Tourism Ltd $10,000 Ironfest Ironfest $10,000 Bowral Tulip Time Wingecarribee Shire Council $10,000 Australian Springtime Flora Festival Australian Springtime Flora Festival Inc $10,000 17th Annual Dubbo Jazz Festival Dubbo Jazz Club Inc $10,000 This is Not Art Festival Octapod Association Inc $10,000 Lake Macquarie Heritage Afloat Toronto Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc $10,000 Hunter Semillon and Seafood 2007 Hunter Valley Vineyard Association Inc $10,000 Oz Dance Championships OzDance Entertainment $10,000 Hats Off To Country Tourism Tamworth $10,000 Port Stephens “Blue Water” Country Music Festival Nelson Bay Town Management Inc $10,000 Casino Beef Week Northern Rivers Tourism Inc $10,000 Festival of Blades Shear Outback $10,000 La Festa-Faces of Australia La Festa Incorporated $10,000 Australian Open of Mountain Biking Thredbo Chamber of Commerce $10,000 Snowy River Festival Dalgety Chamber of Commerce $10,000 Escape Artfest Escape Artfest Inc $10,000 Lovedale Long Lunch Lovedale Vignerons Association $20,000 Blue Mountains Music Festival Blue Mountains Festival Folk, Blues and Roots $20,000 Parkes Elvis Festival Parkes Shire Council $20,000 Central Coast Country Music Festival The Entrance Town Centre Management $20,000 Fatherhood Festival Bangalow Fatherhood Project Inc $20,000 John O’Brien Bush Festival Narrandera Shire Council $20,000 Lismore Lantern Parade Lismore Arts Council Inc $20,000 All Amounts are GST Exclusive

Regional Tourism Organising Funding The Regional Tourism Investment Program is facilitated by the Tourism NSW / Regional Tourism Organisation Funding Agreement which defines a transparent set of agreed activities, responsibilities, accountabilities and performance measures from both organisations to meet their obligations to the partnership. Blue Mountains $111,000 Capital Country $111,000 Central Coast $111,000 Central NSW $140,000 Hunter $111,000 Illawarra $111,000 Lord Howe Island $45,000 Appendices

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New England North West $140,000 North Coast NSW $140,000 Northern Rivers $111,000 Outback NSW $140,000 Riverina $140,000 Snowy Mountains $111,000 South Coast $111,000

Visitor Information Centre Support Visitor Information Centres and Regional Tourism Organisations that update the State Tourism Data Warehouse via the internet receive a performance-based payment on the number of updates made. A total of $44,010.00 (GST excluding) was paid in 2006-2007 for the updating of 4,401 product records.

Organisations that received payments were: Cooma Visitor Information Centre, Ballina Visitor Information Centre, Batemans Bay Visitor Information Centre, Bathurst Visitor Centre, Blue Mountains Visitor Information Centre, Boorowa Visitor Information Centre, Bourke Visitor Information Centre, Cabonne Shire, Carrathool Visitor Information Centre, Casino Visitors Centre, Central Coast Tourism, Clarence River Tourist Association, Coonabarabran Visitor Information Centre, Coonamble Visitor Information Centre, Cootamundra Visitor Information Centre, Corowa Visitor Information Centre, Cowra Visitor Information Centre, Crookwell Visitor Information Centre, Dubbo Visitor Information Centre, Dungog Visitor Information Centre, Echuca Moama Visitor Information Centre, Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre, Gloucester Visitor Centre, Goulburn Visitor Information Centre, Griffith Visitor Information Centre, Gundagai Visitor Information Centre, Hunter Regional Tourism, Inverell Visitor Information Centre, Kiama Visitor Information Centre, Lake Macquarie Visitor Information Centre, Leeton Visitor Information Centre, Lismore Visitor Information Centre, Maitland Visitor Centre, Manly Visitor Information Centre, Manning Valley Visitor Information Centre, Mudgee Visitor Information Centre , Narrabri Visitor Information Centre, Narrandera Visitor Information Centre, Newcastle Visitor Information Centre, Orange Visitor Information Centre, Parkes Visitor Information Centre, Penrith Valley Visitor Information Centre, Queanbeyan Visitor Information Centre, Shellharbour Visitor Information Centre, Shoalhaven Visitor Information Centre, Singleton Visitor Information Centre, Tamworth Tourism, Tumbarumba Visitors Centre, Tumut Region Visitor Information Centre, Tweed and Coolangatta Tourism, Upper Hunter Country Tourism, Wagga Wagga Tourism, Wellington Visitor Information Centre, Wentworth Shire Visitor Information Centre, West Wyalong Visitor Information Centre, Wollongong Visitor Information Centre and Yass Visitor Information Centre.

Organisation Project Amount

BioFirst Award Innovative and prestigious awards designed to attract leading biotechnology researchers to NSW. Dr Colin Dunstan ANZAC Health and Medical Research Institute $50,000 Associate Professor Antony Cooper Garvan Institute of Medical Research $200,000 Dr Shane Grey Garvan Institute of Medical Research $75,000 Associate Professor Paul Haynes Macquarie University $100,909 Dr Andrew Mitchell NSW Department of Primary Industries $100,000 Professor J. Goetz The University of Sydney $200,000 Associate Professor Izuru Matsumoto The University of Sydney $75,000 Professor William Price The University of Sydney Western Sydney $100,000 Professor John Dalton University of Technology $100,000 Professor Mats Olsson University of Wollongong $100,000 Dr Naomi Rogers Woolcock Institute of Medical Research $100,000

Life Sciences Research Awards Innovative and prestigious awards designed to attract outstanding life science research workers, not currently resident in NSW, to further their career in the State. Formerly known as BioFirst awards. Dr. Ian Paulsen Macquarie University $100,000 Professor John Hodges University of NSW $100,000 Professor Wolfgang Weninger University of Sydney $100,000

BioLink Program A business development company established to assist member organisations to commercialise their biotechnology intellectual property. BioLink Partners $650,000

Converging Technologies Program Provides high-bandwidth and fibre optic infrastructure to five public research institutes to improve the quality and speed of their data communication links. Newcastle Research Precinct Hunter New England Area Health Service $182,985 NSW Department of Commerce Project Management $7,200 NSW Department of Primary Industries Elizabeth Macarthur Agricultural Institute $90,000 The University of Sydney Westmead Research Hub $165,900 Appendices

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Capital Funding Aims to increase capacity and productivity of NSW research effort (one-off payments). Hunter Medical Research Institute $10,000,000 National Centre in HIV Epidemiology and Clinical Research $2,000,000

Medical Research Support Program Provides essential research infrastructure. The program is designed to reward research excellence, build on and enhance existing research strengths, and promote opportunities for economic gain. ANZAC Health and Medical Research Foundation $843,690 Centenary Institute of Cancer Medicine and Cell Biology $1,491,500 Children’s Cancer Institute Australia $738,052 Children’s Medical Research Institute $883,440 Garvan Institute of Medical Research $4,062,565 Heart Research Institute $352,440 Hunter Medical Research Institute $2,237,625 Northern Sydney Central Coast Health $1,378,700 Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute $1,491,500 Centre for Immunology – St. Vincents Hospital $462,000 Sydney West Area Health Service $3,453,625 Centre for Vascular Research – University of NSW $418,000 Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute $1,570,000 Woolcock Institute of Medical Research $942,125

Networks and Research Program Aims to increase connectivity of research effort and to promote opportunities for national and international research collaborations, clinical trials and investment in NSW. The University of Sydney Australian Spinal Cord Injury Network – James Middleton $70,000 National Heart Foundation of Australia NSW Cardiovascular Research Networks $20,000

Science Leveraging Fund Established to help attract Commonwealth and international funding for science and medical research to NSW. The Science Leveraging Fund supports research groups and centres seeking funding from specific Commonwealth programs, including: – The National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy – The Cooperative Research Centres program – Australian Research Council Centres of Excellence.

NSW Cooperative Research Centres Science Leveraging Fund Program Capital Markets CRC Limited CRC SLF – Capital Markets CRC $250,000 Hear Works CRC SLF – Hearing CRC $200,000 CRC Sheep Industry Innovation CRC SLF grant for the CRC Sheep Industry Innovation $125,000

NSW Cooperative Research Centres (CRC) Business Case Support Grants Program Macquarie University NCRIS SLF – Biofuels capability $37,500 Macquarie University NCRIS SLF – Bioplatforms $950,000 Macquarie University NCRIS SLF – Fabrication $1,500,000 The University of NSW NCRIS SLF – Biofuels capability $100,000 The University of NSW NCRIS SLF – Bioplatforms capability $225,000 The University of NSW NCRIS SLF – Biotechnology Products capability $125,000 The University of NSW NCRIS SLF – Fabrication ANFFL Funding $2,000,000 The University of Sydney NCRIS SLF – Characterisation AMMRF $2,000,000 The University of Sydney NCRIS SLF – Biofuels capability $37,500 The University of Sydney NCRIS SLF – Characterisation Imaging $800,000 University of Wollongong NCRIS SLF – Fabrication ANFFL Funding $625,000

National Institute of Complementary Medicine NICM was established in June 2007 with $4 million start up funds from the Commonwealth. NICM’s role is to identify national priorities, facilitate collaboration, build capacity, coordinate research effort and clinical trials to expand the evidence base and disseminate information about the safety and efficacy of complementary medicine. The NSW Government grant was provided with the aim of accelerating the establishment of the Institute and to maximise its capacity to attract ongoing funds. University of Western Sydney National Institute of Complementary Medicine $600,000 Appendices

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Organisation Project Amount

Spinal Exchange Program Provides grants for Visiting Fellowships to improve practice and optimise the physical wellbeing of people with spinal cord injury and other neurological conditions and their ability to maintain independent living within the community. This is a joint program between OSMR, WorkCover NSW and the NSW Motor Accidents Authority. Edelle Field Fote The University of Sydney $31,920

Spinal Cord and Injury Related Neurological Conditions Research Grants Program The program promotes research into spinal cord injury and related neurological conditions and seeks to develop and attract relevant research talent in NSW, and includes: Research Program Grants, directed at research undertaken by established senior researchers, Research Project Grants, directed at post-doctoral researchers within five years of their PhD award and Travel Scholarships directed at advanced PhD students to enable them to present their research at prestigious international conferences and/or institutions. Angela Laird Travel Scholarship The University of NSW $8,020 Elizabeth Clarke Travel Scholarship The University of Sydney $5,000 Associate Professor Janet Keast The University of Sydney $250,000 Professor Phil Waite University of New South Wales $250,000 Dr Marcus Stoodley Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute $47,873 Dr Penelope McNulty Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute $50,000 Professor Iain Campbell The University of Sydney $155,000 Dr Matthew Kiernan Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute $87,500 Professor George Paxinos Prince of Wales Medical Research Institute $100,000 Professor Max Bennett The University of Sydney $125,000 Dr James Middleton The University of Sydney $125,000 Professor John Pollard The University of Sydney $250,000 Dr Bryce Vissel Garvan Institute of Medical Research $200,000 Professor Elizabeth Burcher University of New South Wales $125,000 Professor Elspeth McLachlan University of New South Wales $375,000

Other Grants and Awards Awards recognise and rewards leading (Eureka prize) researchers in NSW and aim to promote science as a career (Science Ambassador Scholarship). Other grants contribute to the Office of Science and Medical Research key result of expanding the science and research knowledge base in NSW. National Science Summer School Inc NSW Science Ambassador Scholarship 2007 $4,000 The Australian Museum 2007 MSMR Eureka Prize and Contribution $25,000 The Royal Society of New South Wales Journal Publication Grant $10,000 Macquarie University Academic interface with law reform – Minors Consent to Treatment $3,497 University of Sydney Research grant for Nepean Medical Research Foundation $2,500 Appendices

Appendix 11 – manage resources in an economical – you have a personal, philosophical, 139

and efficient manner religious, moral or political belief or 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Code of Conduct – ensure that the work environment is safe attitude that could influence, or be seen to influence, the impartiality The Department’s Code of Conduct was – value and encourage diversity of the advice you give and creativity revised and updated to incorporate Tourism – you accept secondary employment that NSW, Office for Science and Medical – ensure that personal information may, or may appear to, compromise Research and the Major Events Unit and of clients and staff is protected your integrity and that of the to take into account the Department’s new – comply with relevant legislation, Department Gifts and Benefits policy. The new Code of industrial policy and administrative Conduct was issued to all staff in April 2007. – you are a member of a recruitment requirements of the Department panel where you have a relationship 1. Personal and – promote and encourage staff to with one of the applicants for professional behaviour exercise similar qualities of personal the position and professional behaviour to those What is expected of me? – assessing tenders/suppliers you realise outlined above you have a relationship with one of You must always: – in the case of SES officers, observe the the people making a submission – do your work conscientiously, honestly Code of Conduct and Ethics specifically – you are a member of a external and fairly and keep up-to-date with for Senior Executive Services, the Board of an organisation which is advances in your areas of responsibility contents with which they should seeking a grant from the Department – be honest, reasonable, fair and sensitive be fully conversant or is an entrant in an industry awards in your dealings with members of the – in the case of SES officers, ensure a program the Department is sponsoring public and other staff Gifts and Benefits Register is maintained or judging. – give accurate and impartial advice to and observed for their division. It is your responsibility to avoid conflicts the Government and implement its 2. Guide to ethical that could compromise the impartial policies conscientiously decision-making performance of your job, and to disclose potential, actual or perceived conflicts of – follow relevant legislative, industrial Five questions you should consider when interest to your supervisor or manager. You and administrative requirements making decisions: can complete the Declaration Form attached – adhere to the Equal Employment – Is the decision or conduct legal and to the Conflicts of Interest policy. Executive Opportunity principles and the consistent with government policy? Directors/Directors must also actively resolve Ethnic Affairs Priorities Statement – Is the decision or conduct in line with any conflicts of interest (perceived or actual) – adhere to the Department’s values the Department’s strategic imperatives that occur in the workplace. and code of conduct? – ensure gifts and benefits are recorded Refer to the Conflicts of Interest Policy in the Gifts and Benefits Register – What will the consequences be for and Protected Disclosures Policy and as appropriate. me, my colleagues, the Department Procedures for the Declaration Form and others? Managers’ code of behaviour and for further information. – Do these outcomes raise a conflict of The behaviour of the Department’s 4. Gifts and Benefits managers must contribute to a productive interest or lead to a personal gain to and harmonious work environment which I am otherwise not entitled? Can I accept gifts or benefits? in the office. – Can the decision or conduct be justified Acceptance of a gift or benefit can create a in terms of the public interest and sense of obligation that may compromise The Department expects its managers to would it withstand public scrutiny? For honesty and impartiality. This may also respect the dignity of other staff members example, it would be unethical to use affect the public perception of the integrity by treating them with honesty and courtesy, privileged information to determine and independence of the Department and to respect their rights. procurement of shares (insider trading). and its employees. In particular managers must: You may find it useful to refer to or consider Types of gift giving in the public sector – act as positive role models the above points, either by yourself or in can be categorised as: consultation with others such as peers, – gifts of influence: intended to ingratiate – promote ethical conduct, fairness your supervisor or manager. By doing this the giver with the recipient for and equity in the workplace you will help foster a climate of ethical favourable treatment in the future awareness, conduct and decision-making – value and manage staff by treating (for example, an incentive gift from in the Department. them with respect, honesty, fairness a supplier, discounted or free of and courtesy, respecting their rights Refer to the Department’s Fraud and charge travel services) – maintain and develop employees’ Corruption Prevention Policy and Conflicts – gifts of gratitude: offered to an knowledge of the Department, of Interest Policy for further guidance. individual or agency in appreciation its purpose and plans of specific tasks and for exemplary – develop comprehensive and 3. Conflicts of interest performance of duties, for example a realistic goal achievements with staff, How can I avoid a conflict modest bottle of wine or chocolates monitoring progress and agreements of interest? – token gifts: offered in business and ensuring that performance You must ensure that your interests, or situations to an agency or public problems are highlighted and dealt those of people close to you, do not conflict official representing an agency, for with as they arise with the proper performance of your job. example, pens, calendars, folders – encourage and value innovation A conflict of interest would exist when any – ceremonial gifts: official gifts that are by supporting and participating one or more of these circumstances arise: offered from one agency to another. in the Department’s commitment to continuous improvement – you have a financial interest in a matter the Department deals with, or you have – ensure equal access to training friends or relatives with such an interest – develop and foster a learning ethic that you are aware of. For example, within their area of responsibility by owning shares in a company where encouraging learning from projects, you are responsible for determining offering development to staff and the payment of grant or subsidy actively planning their own development Appendices

Appendix 11 (cont’d) Can my partner attend Can I accept speaking engagements? 140 an event with me? You may accept speaking engagements 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW The following principles apply in accepting It is expected that work-related functions with professional, educational and gifts or benefits: are attended only by staff. Partners of community groups relating to the – you must not expect or ask for gifts Board members and staff may, in certain Department’s activities provided you have or benefits circumstances, be invited to attend a the approval of your Executive Director. work-related function at the Department’s – you cannot accept a gift unless it is When a speaking engagement forms expense. This is subject to the written given in gratitude or as a token, and part of a commercial undertaking (that is, approval of the Director General or the then only where refusal would be participants pay to attend) there may be Executive Directors where relevant. unreasonable and unnecessarily a need to negotiate a fee. This should be offensive, for example, when These occasions should meet discussed with your supervisor. All speaking travelling overseas or hosting overseas the following criteria: engagements should have a public sector delegations. If you are not sure about orientation or relate to the Department’s – functions on weekends, where the intent of the gift, discuss the matter corporate objectives. significant corporate partners with your supervisor are being entertained and who Any fees received for speaking or public – you must record details of all gifts will be bringing their partners engagements must be paid into an or benefits in the Gifts and Benefits – significant corporate events sponsored appropriate Department account. Speaking Register and your Manager/Executive or organised by the Department fees cannot be retained by individual staff Director will decide the course of where guests accompanied by their members. A non-cash benefit should be action regarding the disposal or partners will be attending as guests treated as a gift or benefit (refer to section 4 display of the gift of the Department. of this code). – you should avoid all situations which If there is any doubt about whether or create the appearance that the person Further details can be found in Premiers not you and your partner should attend offering the gift or benefit might expect Department Circular 2005-40. a particular function, you should consult it to influence the way you do your job your supervisor/manager. 6. Official and confidential – you should ensure that your family and information relatives do not receive benefits which 5. Public comment could give the appearance of an indirect How should I handle official Do I have the right to and confidential information? attempt to secure influence or favour. make public comment? During your work you will have access to Further guidance on managing gifts and Public comment includes public speaking benefits in the Department is available commercially confidential and/or sensitive engagements, comments on radio and information which could relate to clients, the under the Gifts and Benefits policy in the television or to a journalist, views expressed Corporate Handbook on the Intranet. The NSW Government, or your co-workers and in letters to newspapers or in books, journals former co-workers. You must ensure the publication, Gifts, benefits or just plain and notices where it might be expected bribes? Guidelines for public sector integrity and security of information and that the publication or circulation of the documents for which you are responsible. agencies and officials, can also be comment will spread to the community at accessed on the Independent Commission large. Comments made in email messages Some simple rules apply: Against Corruption (ICAC) website may also be interpreted as public comment. at www.icac.nsw.gov.au – you may not use confidential The official spokespersons for the information for any unofficial Hospitality and entertainment Department are the Premier of NSW and purpose outside the Department Because the Department is in the business portfolio Ministers. In some circumstances – you may use confidential or official of developing relationships with business/ the Director General speaks on behalf of information only in a manner that industry partners, it is recognised that staff the Department and the General Manager will be consistent with your obligation have the opportunity to generate hospitality Tourism NSW for Tourism NSW. to act impartially on behalf of the Department, and to attend – you must exercise caution and sound functions organised by business/industry. You cannot initiate contact with the media unless authorised by the Communications judgement in discussing sensitive The following principles have been Unit of the Department or, on tourism information with other Departmental developed to guide your decision-making matters, the designated Media Manager staff. It should normally be confined in this area: in Tourism NSW, or the relevant Minister’s to those who require access to that office. Where Ministerial permission information in order to do their jobs, – attendance at functions should be has been granted you must advise or those who can by reason of their clearly related to your work and have the Communications Unit or relevant experience, provide useful assistance clearly defined and beneficial outcomes Media Manager in Tourism NSW prior – you may not use information gained for the Department to speaking with the media. in your professional capacity for – working morning or afternoon teas, personal gain and working lunches, which incur You must direct any media enquiries to the Communications Unit or on specific tourism – you may disclose information that is expenditure for the Department, should normally available to members of the be infrequent and of reasonable expense matters to the designated Media Manager at Tourism NSW. You must not attempt to public or if you are satisfied the request – attendance at functions should not be respond to the enquiry (even if “off the is legitimate and you have appropriate abused, in terms of the time taken away record”), under any circumstances. authority to release it from the workplace and in the level of – you must not improperly collect, use hospitality accepted Outside your work, you have a right to or disclose the personal information – Christmas functions that are organised comment publicly on political and social of individuals, be they clients or staff issues, provided you make it clear you are by and for the attendance of staff will – information gained in the course of not be funded by the Department not making an official comment on behalf of the Department or NSW Public Service your work must not be used to cause – tickets to sporting or cultural events and that you are only commenting as harm or detriment to the Department should generally be accepted where a private citizen. or any person or body a staff member is accompanying business clients or, otherwise, where permission has been given by your Executive Director. 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Appendix 11 (cont’d) 7. Use of official facilities 9. Political participation 141 and equipment Can I be a member of 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW – requests for written referee reports Can I use the Department’s a political party? should be referred to the Human property for private purposes? You can participate in party political Resources unit. Verbal references activities provided you do so in a private should only be provided if the candidate You are expected to be efficient and capacity and do not allow a conflict of involved has asked you to do so on economical in your use and management of interest to arise. their behalf. Take care to avoid making public resources, including your own work time. You should be scrupulous in your use statements that could be regarded as If you do participate in any political of the Department’s property and services. malicious.If you are uncertain, speak activity you must ensure that: to the Human Resources unit. You can only use the Department’s facilities – any comment or discussion does – Departmental documents, including and equipment for private purposes if you not cast doubt on your ability or Cabinet and other in-confidence have been given official permission by your willingness to implement Government documents, emails and electronic Executive Director. This may include, for and the Department’s policies and information, must be properly and example, limited use of facsimile equipment guidelines objectively safely secured at all times that does not disrupt your work. – private political activities are not – you must ensure that you document You may use the telephone for private calls, carried out in the work environment all your activities into the Department’s if they are short, infrequent and do not – the Department’s resources are official record-keeping systems disrupt your work. not used to assist in your personal – you must not remove official political activities information from the Department’s Executive Directors/Directors may approve – any information obtained through your premises unless required for the use of facilities, such as meeting rooms work at the Department is not used to work purposes and equipment, by non-profit professional and community organisations in which assist political activities, or make such – you must treat email as carefully employees are volunteers as long as there is information known to any other person as hard copy information no significant cost to the Department and connected with these activities Misuse of official information the security of Departmental offices and – the position of the Department is or documents includes: information is maintained. The employees not misrepresented on any issue. involved must be made aware of their – speculation in shares, commodities, Also, you may not post any notices on responsibility to protect the security or property on the basis of confidential Departmental noticeboards that suggest of the Department’s offices. information about the affairs support or encouragement of a particular of a business or of proposed Refer to Protocol for Acceptable use of political viewpoint on a matter in the Government actions Communication Devices and Systems for public domain. – seeking to take advantage of more information. another person, for personal reasons, 10. Dress on the basis of information held in 8. Secondary employment The standard of dress and grooming official records Can I engage in outside adopted by you is important in promoting the professionalism of the Department. – disclosing sensitive information to employment? Generally, you are required to be members of the public, clients, lobby You may engage in paid employment or well-groomed and dressed neatly groups, other public servants or other business activities (either as an employee, in business attire. Government organisations without principal or business owner) outside the proper authority Department only if you meet certain The appropriate style of dress will also – providing or trading confidential conditions and have approval to do so. be dependent on such matters as level of information for use by private contact with senior members of business, You must obtain a recommendation from investigators, banks and credit agencies. members of the public and/or visitors to your Manager and from your Executive the Department’s premises. In the case of It is your responsibility to maintain the Director if you wish to take a second job, meetings held on the premises other than Department’s reputation for integrity undertake a business activity or significantly the Department’s, site visits, or visits into and credibility with managing official vary an existing approval. the community, your style of dress should and confidential information. These be appropriate to the particular situation. requirements apply to any information Your application will then be sent to the you obtain during the course of your Executive Director, Policy and Resources From time to time a specific situation employment after you leave the Department. for written approval. will indicate that clothes other than that If you are uncertain about the status Your application will only be approved reasonably considered as business attire will of information you receive, ask your if the work: be appropriate. If you have specific clothing supervisor/Director/Executive Director. needs due to medical or other requirements, – does not arise from or interfere you should discuss this matter with your Refer to the policy on Document Handling with your work at the Department manager. The Department does not observe and Labelling for more information. – will not cause a conflict of interest the ‘casual Friday’ practice. Intellectual property with your official duties Intellectual property includes rights relating – does not compromise the values to scientific discoveries, industrial designs, and ethics of the Department trademarks, service marks, commercial – will be done outside working hours names and designations, inventions and – will not involve information or activity in the industrial, scientific, literary any resources obtained from or artistic fields. the Department. The Department is the owner of intellectual Your responsibilities to the Department property created by you in the course of your must always come first. work unless a specific agreement with the Director General has been made to the contrary. You may not sell or give away intellectual property created during the course of your employment. Appendices

Appendix 11 (cont’d) 13. Corrupt and unethical conduct If you make a lawful disclosure, you will be 142 What should I do if I become protected from liability for defamation and 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW from breach of secrecy and confidentiality. 11. Alcohol and drugs aware of corrupt conduct? You must not attend work or conduct You must report any potentially corrupt Reprisal action against you is an offence business on behalf of the Department if or unethical conduct you become aware under the protected Disclosures Act and a you are under the influence of any drug of. You do not need proof of corrupt possible breach of discipline under the Public or substance that is likely to adversely affect or unethical conduct, you need only Sector Employment and Management Act. your ability to do your job or may pose a to have reasonable grounds to suspect Refer to the following for further guidance risk to yourself or other staff or members this is occurring. of the public. and information on internal and external Depending on the circumstances, you reporting arrangements: You may attend internal and external work should report possible corrupt or unethical Grievance Policy and Procedures related functions where alcohol is served. conduct to: However, when you attend these functions, – your supervisor or manager Protected Disclosures: Policy and Procedures you must take a responsible approach to the consumption of alcohol. – your Director/Executive Director Harassment-free Workplace – the Disclosures Coordinator – Executive Fraud and Corruption Prevention 12. Leaving the Department Director, Policy and Resources Division Policy and Guidelines What should I do when – the Independent Commission I leave the Department? Against Corruption – Ph: 8281 5999 Commentary and Guidelines on the Conduct When you leave the Department, or 1800 463 909 (toll free) and Performance Provisions of the “Public Sector Employment and Management you must return all Departmental property Managers throughout the Department Act 2002”. in your possession as well as any documents must ensure that all staff have information or items which relate to the work of the about the Department’s reporting 14. Breaches of the Code Department and which are not otherwise procedures and are responsible for ensuring publicly available. the confidentiality of matters reported What happens if I breach the Code of Conduct? You should not use the influence of your to them. Any supervisor/manager receiving a position to seek opportunities for future report of suspected You should be aware that the Department employment. You should not allow yourself corrupt or unethical conduct must report the may take disciplinary action for breaches of or your work to be influenced by plans for, matter to the Disclosures Coordinator - this Code in accordance with the relevant or offers of, employment outside of the Executive Director, sections of the Public Sector Employment Department. If you do, there is a conflict Policy and Resources Division. and Management Act 2002. of interest and both your’s and the What protection do I have if Action may include counselling, official Department’s integrity are at risk. I report corrupt conduct? notification of unsatisfactory performance, formal cautions, demotion or dismissal. In Dealings with former staff The Protected Disclosures Act 1994 gives serious cases the matter may be referred to you certain legal protections if you make All staff of the Department should be the Police or other appropriate authorities. careful in their dealings with former a disclosure which concerns: Departmental staff and make sure that – corrupt conduct as defined in the 15. More information they do not give them, or appear to give Independent Commission Against Where can I find more information them, favourable treatment or access Corruption Act 1988 to privileged information. about my rights and obligations as – maladministration an employee of the Department? – a serious or substantial waste of money. The Department’s administrative policy circulars provide detailed information on standards of conduct, and relevant policies can be found on the Department’s Intranet in the Corporate Handbook. If you require more information, see your supervisor or the Senior Manager, Performance and Governance Unit. Your confidentiality is assured at all times. An electronic version of the Code of Conduct with links to relevant policies is available on our Intranet site. Appendices

Appendix 12 Appendix 13 Industrial Relations 143 The Department and the Public 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Guarantee of Service Human Resources Service Association (PSA) maintained The Department maintains its Policies and practices strong relations through the Joint Consultative Committee (JCC). The commitment to providing high quality The Department: Committee met on five occasions service that meets the reasonable – continued work on the during the year and discussed expectations of its clients. The amalgamation of Tourism New matters relating to the amalgamation Guarantee of Service explains what South Wales policies with the of the different areas of the we do, our values and objectives, Department’s own our service standards, how to provide Department, structural changes – re-issued the Job Evaluation Policy and Departmental policies. feedback and the Department’s – reviewed and updated the Learning contact details. The Guarantee of and Development Framework Movement in wages, Service is reviewed annually and a salaries or allowances copy is made available to the general – reviewed and updated the Study Assistance Policy. The Crown Employees (Public Sector – public through the Department’s main Salaries January 2004) Award provided website www.business.nsw.gov.au for a four per cent increase in salaries, with effect from 1 July 2006.

Establishment 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006* 2007 Establishment (i.e. number of positions – FTE) 281.2 313.7 296 297 493.5 490.9 Staff numbers of the Department (FTE) 268.3 299.1 276.5 274.2 411.7 425.0 Notes: As of 30 June 2007 *Amalgamation of Tourism NSW and OSMR. Appendices

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Appendix 14 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Information and communication technology The Agency maintains and publishes information for clients and the public on the following websites. Sites are being consolidated where possible to improve administrative efficiency, accuracy, currency, and security. URL/Address Subject/Interest Area www.business.nsw.gov.au Presenting the Department as the NSW Government’s business development agency, providing assistance to state and local businesses, and promoting investment and job creation. www.tourism.nsw.gov.au A portal site that provides access to information on holiday destinations, accommodation and events in Sydney and New South Wales, and corporate activities to assist the tourism industry. www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au Presenting NSW Government information for people starting and managing a small business in New South Wales. www.ats.business.gov.au Previously www.techshowcase.nsw.gov.au Presenting the NSW technology industry, latest developments and technological advancements in areas including ICT, biotechnology and nanotechnology. www.osmr.nsw.gov.au Office of Science and Medical Research. Provides information on current scientific and medical research, including life sciences. www.osmr.nsw.gov.au/state_of_research/health/ Health and Medical Research Directory. Provides information on NSW based public research institutions. Also provides information on current health and medical research being conducted in the State. www.osmr.nsw.gov.au/state_of_research/science/ Science Research Directory. Provides information on NSW based public research institutions. Also provides information on current scientific research being conducted in the State. www.retailtenancy.nsw.gov.au Presenting information to assist the retail leasing industry in New South Wales in preventing and resolving tenancy disputes. www.sydneyaustralia.com Provides information on Sydney’s tourism locations and services to attract both international and national audiences to Sydney’s tourism industry. www.visitnsw.com Provides information on NSW’s tourism locations and services to attract both international and national audiences to Sydney’s tourism industry. www.seesydney.com Tourism NSW consumer site for Sydney and international users. www.biotechnology.nsw.gov.au An electronic directory that provides information on the NSW Biotechnology industry and research community. www.business.nsw.gov.au/community/ Previously located at www.regionalcommunities.nsw.gov.au Provides information and assistance to regionally operated businesses, and an online community connecting government, regional development boards and regional businesses. www.researchroadmap.osmr.nsw.gov.au Provides information on the relevant policy regulations that apply to research, development of products and innovations based on life sciences research. www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/hbb Home-based Business. Online resource designed to assist businesses operate from a small office/home office. www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/makingit Western Sydney Manufacturing Week. Provides information on manufacturing, innovation and industry trends in Western Sydney. www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/wib Women in Business. Designed to assist entrepreneur and new women business owners start their own businesses in NSW. www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au/sbmonth/ Small Business Month. Previously located at www.smallbusinessmonth.nsw.gov.au. An online workshop designed to assist small and medium sized businesses. www.spinalinfo.nsw.gov.au Provides information on scientific research, government policy, healthcare and social networks related to spinal cord injuries. Department Reports to Government included: Information Management and Technology Strategic Plan Appendices

Appendix 15 Appendix 16 Appendix 17 145 ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Internal Audit Bureau Land disposal Major assets The Internal Audit Bureau (IAB) is During the financial year, the Major assets used by the contracted to provide internal audit Department, through the Ministerial Department include: services and other special reviews. Corporation for Industry, was – wide area network, incorporating The Internal Audit Plan is determined responsible for an industrial land desktop computers, laptops by the Department’s Audit and bank that consisted of sites located and other computer equipment Review Committee (ARC) in at Berkeley Vale (one site) and Albury including servers, modems, conjunction with the IAB. (two sites). This stock of land is routers and printers maintained for industrial development The Audit and Review Committee – improvements to leasehold purposes. The Albury land is the premises oversees the regular performance subject of a joint venture operation reviews of key activities and – photocopiers with the Albury Wodonga – office furniture and equipment functions. The areas to be reviewed Corporation. are outlined in an annual audit including a large range of plan and are determined on the During 2006-2007, a contract for audiovisual equipment. basis of exposure to potential the sale of the Berkeley Vale site Major asset additions included fit-out financial or operating risks. was settled for a total contract of additional accommodation leased value of $3,500,000. The ARC is responsible for overseeing by the Department in the MLC the internal audit function, risk The remaining two Albury sites, Centre, upgrades to the Department’s management, corporate governance which were re-valued for balance computer network including regional and other internal assurance processes sheet purposes in January 2007, network servers, and the essential that operate within the Department. are on the market for sale. replacement of office equipment and digital telephone systems. Recommendations arising from reviews are considered by the ARC and implemented as appropriate. Appendix 18 Major works in progress The Department did not have any major works in progress during the year. Appendix 19 Overseas travel Name of officer Country visited Period of travel Purpose Brad Fitzmaurice Australia 12 July Return from London posting Warwick Glenn China 9–21 July Investment mission Susan Saretzki China 9–21 July Investment mission Michael O'Sullivan UK, India 21–30 July Olympic and Commonwealth Games Jon Mason China 23–30 July Trade mission Helen Marinic USA 16–24 August OzTalk USA Peter Gray Singapore, Malaysia 20–26 August Trade mission Lee Clarke Thailand 28 August–2 September OzTalk South East Asia Christina Leong (Singapore) Australia 30 August–4 September 95FM Sydney familiarisation Loftus Harris Singapore 3–6 September Forbes Global CEO Conference Angela Chong (Hong Kong) Australia 3–6 September Market familiarisation Ian Cameron UAE, Bahrain, Saudi 8–22 September World Aviation Conference, Arabia Industry meetings Susan Saretzki China 9–15 September Investment mission Henry Cheung China 9–15 September Investment mission Shane Coombe Japan 11–16 September BIO Japan 2006 Osaka Derek VanDyk Japan 11–16 September BIO Japan 2006 Osaka Sandy Nerlich (USA) Australia 13–21 September Aussie Specialist Corroboree and market familiarisation Catriona Fraser Japan 29 September–6 October Sydney Product Mission Jan Ross Japan 29 September–6 October Sydney Product Mission Nicole Braden India 17–22 September India Product Mission Kevin Simmonds France 17–22 September World Expo and Paris Opera Ballet Loftus Harris France, Italy, UK 18–28 September Trade and investment mission Appendices

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Appendix 19 (cont’d) 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Overseas travel Name of officer Country visited Period of travel Purpose Ella Frater (New Zealand) Australia 28 September–1 October Market familiarisation John O'Neill Japan 30 September–6 October Sydney Product Mission Takako Saito Japan 2–6 October Sydney Product Mission Kate Strange (New Zealand) Australia 6–8 October Market familiarisation Tom McAlary UK, Ireland 12–24 October Business migration promotion Oton Wu (Hong Kong) Australia 16–21 October Market familiarisation Ian Cameron Korea, Hong Kong, China 23 October–4 November KAPIG meeting, China Travel Mission Kevin Simmonds New Zealand 28–30 October 2010 Golden Oldies World Rugby Festival bid presentation Cheryl Nicholas New Zealand 28 October–1 November 2010 Golden Oldies World Rugby Festival bid presentation Michael Cullen China 2–10 November Trade and investment mission Ros Michelson India 10–18 November Trade Mission Irene Morgan (USA) Australia 10–27 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Tan Sew Hoon (Singapore) Australia 11–24 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Oton Wu (Hong Kong) Australia 11–25 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Russell Mills (UK) Australia 11–25 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Tad Teramoto (Japan) Australia 11–26 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Kate Strange (New Zealand) Australia 13–24 November Annual industry briefings and market familiarisation Dr Roseline Yardin Germany 12–20 November Medica 2006 Claire Pamenter UK, Germany 12–27 November Medica 2006 Janine Ricketts New Zealand 13–17 November Innovation meeting Michael O'Sullivan New Zealand 15–16 November Innovation meeting Vince Smith Thailand 18–25 November Trade Mission Warwick Glenn India 26 November–2 December Trade and investment mission Linda Taylor India 26 November–2 December Trade and investment mission Simon Hemli USA 28–29 November Hi-tech and Electronic Logistic Conference Ellen Lintjens UAE 1–8 December City Scape 2006 exhibition John O'Neill USA 11–23 January Australia Week in LA and NY Loftus Harris USA 13–20 January Australia Week in LA Warwick Glenn USA 13–20 January Australia Week in LA David McGeachie USA 19–26 January Winter 2007 Fancy Food Show Paul Judge USA 19–28 January Winter 2007 Fancy Food Show Geoff Clarke USA 10–16 February World Ag Expo Christa Bracamonte Japan 12–18 February NSW Stand “Frontier” Tokyo Takako Saito Japan 22–24 February Japan Australia Mission David Morris India 28 February–5 March Australia India Joint Business Council Helen Marinic New Zealand 14–22 March Oztalk NZ and RTO Roadshow Ian Cameron UAE, China 20–29 March Etihad Launch, Asia Routes Conference Lyndel Gray Japan 26–30 March Japan Implementation Monitoring Group Loftus Harris UAE 20–24 April ADVETI signing of contract on behalf of Department of Education Ian Cameron UAE, Kuwait 20 April–5 May Roadshows and Arabian Travel Mart Kevin Simmonds China 22–28 April Sport Accord International Sports Conference Eric Winton China 23–27 April Sport Accord International Sports Conference Linda Taylor India 22–28 April Investment Mission Rhett Gibson India 22–28 April Investment Mission Shane Coombe USA 5–9 May BIO 2007 Boston Kerry Doyle USA 5–9 May BIO 2007 Boston Appendices

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Appendix 19 (cont’d) 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Overseas travel Name of officer Country visited Period of travel Purpose Michael O'Sullivan USA 5–9 May BIO 2007 Boston Loftus Harris USA 5–12 May BIO 2007 Boston Ella Frater (New Zealand) Australia 11–14 May Market familiarisation John O'Neill China, Hong Kong 12–19 May Travel industry mission with Minister Brown Adrian Wood China 20–29 May Trade mission Susan Saretzki China 21–25 May Investment mission Tony Sansom Japan 22 May–3 June Trade mission Tan Sew Hoon (Singapore) Australia 25–30 May Australian Tourism Exchange Grace Tay (Singapore) Australia 25–30 May Australian Tourism Exchange Oton Wu (Hong Kong) Australia 25–31 May Australian Tourism Exchange Tad Teramoto (Japan) Australia 25 May–2 June Australian Tourism Exchange Ella Frater (New Zealand) Australia 26 May–2 June Australian Tourism Exchange Kate Strange (New Zealand) Australia 26 May–2 June Australian Tourism Exchange Russell Mills (UK) Australia 23 May–4 June Australian Tourism Exchange and market familiarisation Irene Morgan (USA) Australia 27 May–17 June Australian Tourism Exchange and market familiarisation Sandy Nerlich (USA) Australia 27 May–13 June Australian Tourism Exchange and market familiarisation Loftus Harris China, Japan 11–17 June Trade mission Ella Frater (New Zealand) Australia 17–24 June Market familiarisation Steve Rank Singapore 17–24 June CommunicAsia 2007 Expo

Appendix 20 Payment of accounts The Department maintained a policy of ensuring payment of accounts by the due date and took advantage of discounts where possible. The Department contracts the Central Corporate Services Unit (CCSU) to process payments in accordance with the Department’s accounts payment policy. There were no instances during the year where interest was paid for late payment of accounts.

Performance indicators and target levels Aged analysis at the end of each quarter Current Less than Between Between More than (due within 30 days 30 and 60 days 60 days and 90 90 days due date) overdue overdue days overdue overdue Quarter Ended $ $ $ $ $ September 8 47,9 41 0 0 0 0 December 214,470 0 0 0 0 March 74,164 0 0 0 0 June 776,432 0 0 0 0

Accounts paid on time within each quarter Total Amount Quarter Ended Target % Actual % $ Paid $ September 95 92 16,682,019 18,857,795 December 95 91 27,721,129 30,887,475 March 95 84 25,596,168 32,832,319 June 95 91 72,136,403 76,786,541 Appendices

Appendix 20 (cont’d) Appendix 22 Food Industry NSW 2004-2005 Directory 148 FoodBytes – e-newsletter 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Action taken to improve Publications and (nine issues in 2006-2007) payment of accounts on time promotional material Food Processing Growth Industry Profile Information and Communications The actual average result for the Corporate Publications Technology Growth Industry Profile financial year of 90 per cent against Annual Report 2005-2006 Metals Manufacturing Industry Growth Profile target is considered satisfactory. Third Doing Business in NSW Medical Device Industry NSW Australia (CD) quarter results were under target due NSW Competitiveness Report 2007 NSW Aerospace Industry Growth to a transition in payment processing NSW State Plan Industry Profile methodology, and staff training. NSW Trade and Investment Centre and NSW Aerospace Industry Directory (CD) The Department recently appointed Country Embassy Information flyer NSW Biomedical Industry Growth a Procurement Manager, part of What the NSW Government does for Business Industry Profile whose duties will be to implement NSW First for Aquaculture – case studies eProcurement throughout the Investment Division NSW First for Aquaculture – investment brief Department. This will improve the Bring your Talents to Regional New South Wales NSW First for Innovation Research purchase order mechanism and Business Migration Living in NSW Centres Directory enhance the electronic processing Business Migration (English), (Chinese) NSW First for Planted Forests of invoices by giving a full Procure Business Migration Doing Business NSW Security Capability Directory 2007 (CD) to Pay system. in NSW (English), (Chinese) NSW Sports Capability brochure Business Owner (permanent) 892 NSW Wine and Food map The 2007-2008 target for the Business Owner (provisional) 163 NSW Wine Industry Profile percentage of accounts paid on time Financial Services Profile of a Growth Industry Success Story: BTF Pty Ltd is to be maintained at 95 per cent. Guide to Doing Business in NSW Success Story: Cellabs Pty Ltd Guide to Doing Business in NSW (Chinese) Success Story: ObjectiVision Appendix 21 New South Wales Welcomes Business Migrants Success Story: Portland Orthopaedics NSW and India – the Opportunity Privacy and personal information Success Story: Protech Research NSW First for Food and Beverage Processing Success Story: Ultraceuticals Pty Ltd The Department’s Privacy Policy NSW First for Manufacturing Success Story: Vast Audio Statement and Privacy Management NSW Wants Your Expertise in Success Story: Vertical Orthotics Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology Plan were updated to incorporate Superyachts Directory NSW Wants Your ICT Expertise legislative changes and contact Western Sydney IT Cluster – information. These publications Regional NSW Contact Centres – Online Members Capabilities Directory the Smart Choice are available to all staff internally Western Sydney IT Cluster – via the Department's intranet and Sydney Digital Media Hotspot Working Together for Mutual Benefit flyer publicly available through the Sydney Major Projects Unit Western Sydney IT Cluster Department’s main web site Sydney A Global City for the World of Business “Members Update” email (weekly) (www.business.nsw.gov.au). Sydney and NSW First for Life Sciences Western Sydney IT Cluster Sydney and NSW First for Information bi-monthly e-newsletter (5 issues) The Department provides ongoing and Communications Technology privacy awareness training to staff Sydney Wants Your Finance Expertise Regional Development Division to ensure the protection of an Sydney Welcomes Your Expertise Community Economic Development individual’s privacy. A Privacy Officer Sydney, Australia Financial Services Success Story – Coolamon and Privacy Resource Officers are Community Economic Development available to advise on privacy issues. Sydney, NSW Analytics India and New South Wales in Partnership Success Story – Engaging Business The Communications Unit reviews Sydney, NSW First for Foreign Exchange Community Economic Development printed and electronic newsletters Sydney, NSW First for Funds Management Success Story – Snowy River prepared by the Department to ensure Filming in Regional New South Wales, Australia the inclusion of privacy statements. Sydney, NSW First for International Contact Centres Funding Business Growth The Department was not required Sydney, NSW First for Shared Services Growing Success in Cooma to undertake any internal reviews Sydney, NSW First for India Main Street Small Towns brochure of the conduct of any officers in the Main Street Small Towns Success Story – Department, concerning privacy Industry Division Mayfield matters, during the reporting year. Australian Technology Showcase Snapshot Merriwa Small Towns Growth Strategy e-newsletter Australian Technology Showcase – NSW Payroll Tax Incentive Scheme brochure In the coming year, the Department Where Australian Innovation Meets the World. Putting Regional NSW on the Menu will continue to include privacy Australian Technology Showcase – Regional Call Centres information in training programs Showcasing Innovative NSW ICT Technology Regional Capital Raising Program (PDF) for staff at two levels: Beijing Olympics brief, newsletter Regional Development Success Story – – Induction Program for new staff Biotechnology e-newsletter, online Greater Taree – Management Development Biotechnology events email (monthly), Regional Distribution Centre Attraction Strategy Program for middle and Biotechnology online directory flyers – Goulburn, Tamworth, Albury, Central senior management. First for Aquaculture – Industry Directory 2004 Coast, Wagga Wagga, Blayney Appendices

Appendix 22 (cont’d) Independent Market Visit Program NSW Retail Tenants Guide in English, Arabic, 149 Information Technology Success Stories Chinese, Korean, Turkish and Vietnamese 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Publications and – e-plants.com.au Protect Your Lease Pack promotional material – Kann Finch Retail Bond Lodgement Form Innovation Advisory Service – Retail Tenancy Unit Dispute Resolution Kit Right Place at the Right Time – Developing Help With Your Bright Ideas s16 Certificate Distribution Hubs in Regional NSW Innovation Clusters Program The Inspection of Premises Report Small Town – Big Growth Innovation Success Stories (webtext) – Strong Regions, Strong Future Taylors Doors and Frames Tourism NSW Towns and Villages Futures Insurance – Fact Sheet Success Story – Milparinka Escapes Monthly E-Newsletter Insurance Finder Categories (pdf) Your Community, Your Future, Regional Events Calendar Intellectual Property – Fact Sheet Regional Programs Working Together International Trade Missions and Market Aviation Welcome Pack Visits Program, July 2006-June 2007 Small Business Sydney to Melbourne Drive Manufacturing in Western Sydney Development Division Start Smart Fact Sheets Marketing – Fact Sheet Aboriginal Business Development brochure Start Smart brochure NSW Clusters for Business Newsletter Aboriginal Business Newsletters (pdf) Heart of Country NSW Holiday Planner NSW Trade Promotion flyer Aboriginal Business Program South Coast of NSW Holiday Planner NSW Trade Promotion flyer (Chinese) Aboriginal Business Success Stories Sydney & New South Wales International Pricing and Costing: Managing for – Murrin Bridge Wines Holiday Planner a Profitable Business (CD-ROM) – Clarence Valley Aluminium and Steel Snowy Mountains NSW Holiday Planner Quick Guide to Small Business Services (pdf) – Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Outback NSW Holiday Planner and Education Centre Raising Finance – Fact Sheet Lord Howe Island NSW Holiday Planner Aboriginal Guide to Business Workbook Risk Management Guide North Coast of NSW Holiday Planner Aboriginal Participation in Securing Our Manufacturing Future (pdf) Barrington Tops DL Construction Guidelines Services Exports Toolkit (CD Rom) NSW Tourism Awards 2006 Program Better Solutions, Better Results (pdf) Services for Small and Medium Business NSW Tourism Awards 2007 Brief on Business Networks (pdf) Smallbiz e-news (pdf) Sponsorship Prospectus Brief on E-commerce (pdf) Small Business Banking Issues NSW Tourism Awards 2007 Entrants Prospectus Brief on Finance for Small Business (pdf) and Statistics (pdf) National Tourism Awards 2006 Program Brief on Information Technology (pdf) Small Business September Calendar The NSW Cruise Market – A Discussion Paper Business Advisory Services flyer Stepping Up – Helping Your International Marketing Prospectus Business in NSW (pdf) Small Business Grow NSW Regional Marketing Prospectus Business Planning – Fact Sheet Stepping Up Mentor Application and Brochure (pdf) Sydney Marketing Prospectus Business Security – Fact Sheet Stepping Up: Contractor Information Pack Pacific Coast Touring Route Business Structure – Fact Sheet Surviving in Business – Fact Sheet Aboriginal Product Manual Buying a Business – Fact Sheet Taxation – Fact Sheet Indigenous Principles brochure Cleaner Production Self Help Tool (pdf) Western Sydney Update (email) ATE Fact Sheets Client Service – Fact Sheet Winning Exports Guide (pdf) G’Day USA 2007 Media Kit Commercial Leases – Fact Sheet Women In Business Growth Strategies Summer in Sydney Media Kit 2006-2007 Debt Recovery – Fact Sheet Workshop Programs (pdf) Autumn in Sydney Media Kit 2007 Directory of Aboriginal Business Women In Business Mentor/Mentoree Winter in Sydney Media kit 2007 and Employment Programs (pdf) application forms (pdf) NSW Uncovered media newsletter Directory of Business Services Women In Business Participant Notes (pdf) Sydney Uncovered media newsletter for Aboriginal People (pdf only) Women In Business – Media Materials: Sydney Surrounds, Electronic Commerce – Fact Sheet 2007 Women in Business Programs Lord Howe Island Employment Conditions – Fact Sheet Women In Business – 2007 Growth Sydney English Guide Exporters Network registration (pdf) Strategies Workshops (February-June) Wine Australia Exporting Newsletters (pdf) Women In Business – 2007 Growth Working with Tourism NSW Exporting Success Stories Strategies Workshops (July-December) Best Bush Map (in partnership with Dept – Intensive Reading Programs Pty Ltd Women In Business – 2007 Mentor Program of Lands, Forests NSW, National Parks – Metz Pty Ltd Women In Business – 2007 Regional Program and Wildlife Service) hard copy – Waterman AHW Women in Business Success Stories Travel Safely Australia (in partnership Getting Started – Fact Sheet – Paro Paru Shells with State, Territory and Commonwealth Getting started in Exports Workbook – Oh de Toilette Governments) web based and hard copy Getting the Most from Advisers – Fact Sheet – Pat’s Place Coffee Lounge Regional Tourism Snapshots (for 15 Tourism Guide to Business Planning (pdf) Women In Manufacturing (flyer) Regions of NSW) – updated Quarterly Guide to Developing Aboriginal Business International Market Profiles (for top Helping people to Start, Manage Retail Tenancy Unit markets to NSW) – updated twice per year and Grow their Business Assignor’s Disclosure Statement State Tourism Snapshot (updated Quarterly) Home based business Action program Change of Managing Agent/Owner Form Business Tourism Fact sheet Home-based Business Action Programs (pdf) Claim for Refund of Bond Money Form Home-based Business Success Stories Lessee’s Disclosure Statement – Fiona Weigall, Health and Safety Matters Lessor’s Disclosure Statement – Robyn Inglis, Live Free Gluten Free Mixes – Liama Karklins, Events at Large Appendices

Appendix 22 (cont’d) – Advertising impact studies Appendix 24 150 – Stakeholder survey 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Publications and – Aviation analysis Risk management and insurance promotional material – Research components for Risk management The Office for Science Destination Development The Department reviews its risk and Medical Research workshops management policy on an annual NSW Clinical Trials Business Development – A study of tourism perceptions basis and relevant changes are made Centre ( website and brochures in English, of Sydney precincts. where appropriate. Each Division Chinese and Japanese) is responsible for assessing and The Office for Science and Medical Research Roadmap: A Guide to reviewing their current risks on Research provided funding to NSW Conducting Life Science Activities a regular basis. This process ensures research and development through in NSW (book, website and flyer) staff involvement in applying a range of programs including: Science Exposed (flyer, program, risk management techniques and site map and report) – Medical Research Support Program incorporating risk management into The State of Research: The 2006 Health – Science Leveraging Fund their daily responsibilities. The risk and Medical Research Directory (book, CD and interactive website) – NSW BioFirst Awards register is updated on an annual basis. – Life Science Research Awards The State of Research: The 2006 Science Insurance activities Directory (book, CD and interactive website) – The NSW Converging Technologies program The Department is insured through Young Tall Poppy Science Awards the Treasury Managed Fund, a self (invitation and program) – BioLink – Spinal Cord Injury & Related insurance scheme administered by GIO Neurological Conditions and Allianz. The coverage provided by Appendix 23 Grants Program. the scheme is all inclusive, and policies are held for Workers Compensation, Research and Development Further information on these programs Commercial Motor Vehicles, Property, During 2006-2007 the Department is included in Appendix 10 – Grants Miscellaneous and Public Liability. provided funding to the Hunter to Non-Government Agencies. Valley Research Foundation to support the extension of a Research Centre building. The infrastructure upgrade will allow for future growth in A summary of claims paid by the Managed Fund research staff and other activities. during the 2006-2007 financial year follows: Tourism NSW continued to provide No of Amount Reserve Recovered Net research funding for a range of studies Policy claims paid $ balance $ to date $ incurred $ and surveys to support the activities Workers 9 7,695.94 26,587.91 0 34,283.85 of the Division. During the year, Compensation funding was provided for: Motor vehicles 15 20,590.61 3,726.30 1,582.30 22,734.61 – National and International Visitor Surveys by Tourism Property 2 793.00 2,860.00 0 3,653.00 Research Australia Public Liability – – – – – – Brand-health tracking survey Miscellaneous – – – – – – Regional and international data snapshots Total 26 29,079.55 33,174.21 1,582.30 60,671.46 – Sustainable Tourism Cooperative Research Centre projects Appendices

Appendix 25 151 ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Senior Executive Service (SES) Each SES Officer develops an annual performance agreement which sets out their principal responsibilities and tasks for the year. Each SES Officer undergoes a formal assessment with the Director General of their outcomes against the performance agreement. The assessment also takes into account their personal contribution to achieving overall corporate objectives. Senior Executive Service Officers as at 30 June 2007

Name Sex Position Title Level Loftus HARRIS M Director General 7 John O’NEILL M Executive Director and General Manager Tourism NSW 4 Janine RICKETTS F Executive Director, Policy and Resources 3 Warwick GLENN M Executive Director, Investment 3 Michael O’SULLIVAN M Executive Director, Industry 3 Michael CULLEN M Executive Director, Regional Development 3 Julie SCOTT F Executive Director, Small Business Development 3 Lyndel GRAY F Chief Operating Officer and Director, Marketing, Tourism NSW 3 Leanne JOYCE F Director, Communications 2 Catriona FRASER F Director, Group Communications, Tourism NSW 2 Pauline MURPHY F Director, Corporate Services 2 Derek VAN DYK M Director, Science Research, OSMR 2

Number of executive posi- 2005 2006 tions at each level -2006 -2007 Level 1 0 0 Level 2 5 4 Level 3 6 6 Level 4 1 1 Level 5 – – Level 6 – – Level 7 1 1 Female executive officers Level 3 3 3 Level 2 3 3 Appendices

Appendix 25 (cont’d) – Managing the introduction – As a member of the Major Events 152 and marketing of the Payroll Board, worked to secure events for 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Performance of SES officers Tax Incentive Scheme, to boost NSW including the Rugby League Level Five and above employment in high unemployment World Cup 2008 matches, the areas, provide an incentive Men’s Australian Open Golf Name: Loftus Harris for businesses establishing or Championships 2007-2009, Position: Director General expanding in such areas, to a football event package and SES Level: 7 contribute to balanced economic the FIFA Congress, and the visit Remuneration: $378,600 development across the State to Sydney of the Paris Opera Ballet Period of Review: – Continuing strategic leadership – Through the Office for Science and 1 July 2006 – 30 June 2007 of the NSW interests in the Medical Research, supported the The Minister for State Development governance and direction of the Minister for Science and Medical advised that Mr Harris met the National ICT Australia (NICTA) Research in achieving amendment performance criteria established Centre of Excellence, which secured of the Human Cloning and Other for the position of Director General additional Commonwealth and Prohibitive Practices Act 2003 of the Department of State and State funding for the period to bring NSW in line with the Regional Development. commencing in July 2007 of Commonwealth and Victoria $264 million in this area of research Specific achievements included: – Leading the development of – Upgraded policies, services, – Leading the development of a program of communication processes and systems to Priority Delivery Plans for Priorities and marketing of Sydney and reflect the amalgamation into P1 and P6 of the State Plan, to NSW as investment locations for the Department of Tourism NSW, achieve business investment and APEC Sydney 2007, and ensuring the Office for Science and Medical tourism visitor night targets. This that Sydney businesses were Research and the Major Events Unit has involved the establishment of informed of changed operating in March 2006 an Economic and Business Cluster circumstances during the – Provided support for reviews and stronger partnerships with meeting period commissioned by the Premier key agencies across Government – Continued successful running of major events, convention to ensure delivery of targets over of promotional events such as and exhibition space, and the the life of the Plan Small Business September and tourism industry, undertaken – Supporting the development of Western Sydney Manufacturing by John O’Neill AO the NSW Government Statement Week to promote the achievements – Continued development of a on Innovation and implementing and strengths of the business cohesive and highly effective new approaches to economic sector, and their contribution executive management team development in the Department, to the State economy who support staff in a positive as set out in the Statement – As a member of the Board of working environment through – Ensuring quality advice and Tourism NSW, supported tourism consultation and collaboration support from the Department to promotion and development – Strong advocacy of professional the Minister for State Development, initiatives throughout the year. New and skills development for Minister for Regional Development, South Wales’ domestic advertising staff, ensuring delivery of Minister for Small Business, Minister reached around a third more innovative and effective for Tourism, and Minister for people in 2006-2007 than in programs including a Management Science and Medical Research 2005-2006, with 11.7 million Development Program, Graduate – Introducing improved coordination people seeing television advertising Recruitment and the Performance across the NSW Government in three times or more and 10 million Development Program international business relations, people seeing print advertising – Developed and maintained through the establishment of an three times or more during the year strong, effective relationships international business relations and networks with stakeholders unit reporting directly to the at all levels in the public and Director General private sectors. Appendices

Appendix 26 153 ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Significant Committees Membership

Name Committee Loftus Harris APEC NSW Government Executive Group; NSW TAFE Commission Board; Tourism NSW Board; United States Study Centre Board; NSW Ethanol Taskforce; NSW Major Events Board; NSW Chief Executives Committee; NSW Employment Lands Taskforce; Premier’s Business Roundtable; NSW Manufacturing Council; NSW Skills Council; Small Business Regulation Review Taskforce; CEOs’ Economic Development Forum; CEDA NSW State Advisory Council; National ICT Limited; Sydney Film Support Team; Commonwealth Standing Committee on Regional Development; NSW Wine Industry Advisory Council; State Inter-Agency Greenhouse Network; Illawarra Advantage Fund Assessment Committee; Hunter Advantage Fund Assessment Committee; NSW Vice Chancellors’ Strategic Initiatives Group; NSW Industry Capability Network Ltd; NSW Small Business Development Corporation; State and Territory CEOs’ Forum John O’Neill Australian Standing Committee on Tourism (ASCOT); Australian Tourism Awards Management Board; Australian Tourism Data Warehouse Pty Ltd Board; Local Government and Shires Association Tourism Committee; National Tourism and Aviation Advisory Committee; Northern Rivers RTO Board; Snowy Mountains RTO Board; State Tourism Offices Chief Executive Officers Forum; Sydney Convention and Visitors Bureau Board; Tourism Industry Forum (Chair) Janine Ricketts State Contracts Control Board; NSW Property Council Economic Development Committee; Department of Commerce Central Corporate Services Unit Client Senior Officer Group; Metro CEO's Senior Officers Group Warwick Glenn National Investment and Advisory Board Michael O’Sullivan Commonwealth, State and Territories Advisory Committee on Innovation; The Bandwidth Foundry; Australian Synchrotron Research Program Michael Cullen Illawarra Advantage Fund Assessment Committee; Hunter Advantage Fund Assessment Committee Julie Scott Small Business Ministerial Council Officials Standing Committee; GROW Area Consultative Committee; Redfern Waterloo Employment and Enterprise Committee; Welding Technology Institute of Australia Steering Committee; Regulation Reduction Taskforce Kerry Doyle Biotechnology Liaison Committee Lyndel Gray Illawarra RTO Board; Japan Industry Monitoring Group; Korean Action Plan Implementation Group (KAPIG) Leanne Joyce National Marketing Group conducted by Invest Australia Catriona Fraser Hunter RTO Board Derek Van Dyk Environmental Trust Technical Committee Elisabeth Allen NSW Marine Parks Advisory Council Caroline Allen YHA Marketing Committee Keith Baker Capital Country RTO Board; Project SCAN John Bates National Inbound Tourism Compliance Taskforce; NSW Backpacker Working Group; South Coast RTO Board Mandy Bellingham National Tourist Signposting Reference Group; Tourist Attraction Signposting Assessment Committee Crista Bracamonte Australian-Arab Chamber of Commerce Nicole Braden ATEC Symposium 2007 Committee Belinda Brown Biodiscovery Working Group (a sub-committee of the Biotechnology Liaison Committee); Solar Thermal Roadmap Steering Committee Vicki Brown Agribusiness Committee – Hunter Paul Butler NSW Greenhouse Network; Review of the NSW Greenhouse Gas Abatement Scheme Interdepartmental Committee Ian Cameron Korean Action Plan Implementation Group (KAPIG) Lee Clarke ATEC NSW Branch Committee (June to November); ATEC Symposium Social Committee Les Clements Project Control Group for Blue Mountains Cultural Centre in Katoomba; Contract Management Committee for the Acquisition of Motor Vehicles Shane Coombe Australia New Zealand Biotech Alliance; Committee for Marketing of Australian Biotechnology; AusBiotech NSW; Medical Device Network NSW Justine Cooper Events Liaison Group Barbara de Rome National Parks and Wildlife Service; Sydney District Advisory Committee; Quarantine Station Community Committee; Goat Island Reference Group Kelli Dean Event Liaison Group; 2007 Men’s Australian Open Golf Organising Committee Roger Evans Tourism Research Committee Reg Fisk Urban Renewal Planning Group; Redfern Waterloo Ministerial Advisory Committee Lazaros Georgiadis Statistical Coordination and Users Forum; International Trade Users Group John Grady CCSU Internal Audit Committee Jim Grant Riverina Murray Softwoods Working Group; Riverina Murray Private Forestry Development Committee; Albury Wodonga Land Disposal Advisory Committee; Riverina Regional Development Board's C-Change Project Steering Committee Melissa Green Backpacker Operators Association (BOA); DSRD/NSW Food and Wine Committee; Local Government and Shires Association Tourism Conference Steering Committee; Bed and Breakfast and Farmstay Association (NSW) Tony Green Illawarra Regional Airport Management Committee; Illawarra Innovative Industry Network – i3net Appendices

Appendix 26 (cont’d) 154 ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Significant Committees Membership

Name Committee Simon Hemli Airfreight and Seafreight Council Vikki Hine NSW AusBiotech Branch Committee; NSW Medical Device Network Committee; AWISE Advisory Committee [Women in Science and IT] Sam Hudson Murray Campaign Committee Susan Jansen Senior Officers’ Committee on Drugs and Alcohol Olivia Jenkins Tourism Research Council; Sustainable Tourism CRC (NSW) Paul Judge NSW Intensive Agriculture Consultative Committee; NSW Pork Industry Taskforce; National Food Alliance; National Food Industry Strategy-Market Development Group, Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation-States Alliance Steven Kerlander Australia -Chile Chamber of Commerce; The Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering Major Projects Committee Sumeet Kumar National ICT Australia Centre of Excellence Liaison Committee; Commonwealth Government’s eResearch Committee; Commonwealth Government’s Online Communications Council Working Group; Committee for Marketing ICT Australia (CoMICTA); Northern Sydney ICT Cluster Steering Committee; NSW Net Cluster Steering Committee; Embedded Systems Australia Steering Committee; Smart Services CRC Steering Committee; The Warren Centre for Advanced Engineering Major Projects Committee Wayne Lange New England/North West RTO Board; National Online Steering Committee (NOSC) Bill Mabey Mid North Coast RTO Board; Northern Rivers RTO Board; Regional Co-Ordination Management Group – Northern Area; Regional Co-Ordination Management Group – Hunter Area; Rainforest Way Project Management Committee Tom McAlary Commonwealth/States Working Party on Skilled Migration; NSW Government Immigration Settlement Planning Committee Alan McGuigan Riverina RTO Board; Local Government and Shires Association Tourism Conference Steering Committee; Tourism Industry Forum (TIF) Colin McLean Blue Mountains RTO Board; Sydney Melbourne Coastal Drive Committee Meg Montgomery Biodiscovery Working Group (a sub-committee of the Biotechnology Liaison Committee) Dominica Nelson Central NSW RTO Board Cheryl Nicholas Event Liaison Group Margaret O’Dwyer Regional Co-Ordination Management Group; Southern Area Kate O’Reilly Senior Officers’ Committee on Drugs and Alcohol Diane Paine Australian Tourism Data Warehouse Pty Ltd User Group Alok Ralhan National Executive of Small Business Agencies; Small Business Ministerial Council Standing Committee of Officials Steve Rank NSW Entrepreneurship Centre p/l; National Executive of Small Business Agencies; Australian Bankers Association; Small Business Forum Renato Rispoli Event Liaison Group; Central Sydney Operations Group; Business Events Liaison Group Jan Ross Central Coast RTO Board; Destination Australia Marketing Association (DAMA) Tony Sansom Hunter Advantage Fund Assessment Committee; Upper Hunter Economic Forum; Lower Hunter Economic Forum; Hunter Regional Co-ordinator’s Management Group; Central Coast Regional Co-ordinators Management Group; Hunter Institute Advisory Council Caroline Seagrove Australian Centre for Event Management; Australian Technology Showcase Bernadette Selfe Redfern Waterloo Authority Ministerial Advisory Board; Two Ways Together Economic Development Cluster Group; Steering Group for the Aboriginal Participation in Construction Kevin Simmonds Event Liaison Group (Chair); Central Sydney Operations Group; Central Sydney Operations Group Executive Committee; Sydney 2009 World Masters Games Policy Review Committee; Business Events Liaison Group Justine Smith Accredited Visitor Information Centre Industry Reference Group Vince Smith Australian Institute of Exporters Advisory Board Allen Treanor National Manufacturing Forum 2006; NSW Aviation Working Group; Senior Trade Officials Group Rowena Tucker Westmead Research Hub Council; Cancer Research Advisory Committee of the Cancer Institute NSW; Grants Assessment Committee for the Spinal Cord Injury and Related Neurological Conditions Research Grants Program; Spinal Exchange Program Advisory Group Jane Wightman Australian Wine Tourism Alliance Patricia Wilkinson Outback RTO Board; Regional Co-Ordination Management Group–New England/North West; Regional Co- Ordination Management Group–Riverina; Regional Co-Ordination Management Group – Western Area Anthony Williams Transfield Services Australian p/l; Aboriginal Advisory Board; Hawkesbury-Nepean Catchment Management Authority’s Board Sally Williams Australian-Arab Chamber of Commerce NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 155 The Department is committed implementingto all these of opportunities. Resource Recovery (waste reuse and recycling) the DepartmentDuring 2006-2007, purchased printer toner 472 cartridges, all which of were per100 cent “recycled” toner cartridges. While the actual number purchased represents a significant increase over the previous 143 year, werepurchased and utilised by staff the Major NSW, from Events Tourism Board and the Office for Science and Medical Research whose usage was recorded in other agencies’ annual reports in 2005-2006. The majority the of Department’s staff locatedis itsin corporate headquarters in the MLC Centre, The Sydney. MLC Centre building management is particularly active waste in avoidance schemes and has reported that all tenants, including the Department, have contributed tonnes 891 to of waste being diverted from landfill theto various recycling streams. The use of Recycled Material (purchasing of recycled-content materials) the DepartmentDuring 2006-2007, purchased, produced and distributed kilogramsa total 30,750 paper. of of General use paper such as A4 and A3 white represented per 69 cent the of total, while (21,285kgs) publications made the up balance. The actual amount paper of purchased, produced and distributed is marginally lower than the last reporting period. further To demonstrate our commitment to the use recycled of material, this year’s annual report will be printed on recycled content paper with the full endorsement the of Director General. Ninety nine per cent general of use paper had recycled content, and per 95 cent the of Department’s publications were printed on recycled content These paper. figures compare well with the last reporting period’s figures which were 82 per cent and 46 per cent respectively. ensuring all staff are provided with individual recycling bins theirat desk, in addition bins to located in copying/printing areas in regional centres, where access theto various recycling streams is not as good as those in the Sydney CBD or metropolitan areas, encourage staff adopt to a strategy purchasing of greater recycled content consumables reinforcing staff awareness of non-printing emails of and on-line publishing, and the use recycle of bins located throughout all Departmental offices.

Reducing the Generation (waste avoidance of Waste and minimisation) The waste audit identified a number of opportunitiesimprove to and reduce the generation waste, of including: – – – Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Audit and Review Committee Joint Consultative Committee; OH&S Workplace Committee Joint Consultative Committee Joint Consultative Committee Joint Consultative Committee; OH&S Workplace Committee Joint Consultative Committee Joint Consultative Committee OH&S Workplace Committee OH&S Workplace Committee OH&S Workplace Committee

Cooks Cove Project Control Group Commonwealth/State Monitoring Group on Migration to Sydney Project SCAN Wine Australia 2004 Commitment to reduce waste sent to landfill The Department is committed to meeting the NSW Government’s waste reduction goals through the active management waste of disposal schemes and the mandatory use of recycledproducts. The Department completed an official waste audit for the purpose of quantifying the amount and types of waste being generated. An accredited company was engaged undertake to the audit, and was instructed follow to the structured process established by the Department Environment of and Conservation (NSW). The highlights of the audit are set out below. – – – Appendix 27 reduction Waste and purchasing policy – Significant Committees abolished Warwick Glenn Michael O’Sullivan Michael Cullen Julie Scott John O’Neill Kerry Doyle Leanne Joyce Kevin Simmonds Ken Carlsund Pauline Murphy Gary Offner John Grady Garry Somerville Sally Edwards Pat Hutton Paul Judge Natalie May Roslyn Mitchelson Wayne Sonter Marlene Bailey HannonToni Christabel Sheehan Appendix 26 (cont’d) Significant Committees Membership Internal Committees Janine Ricketts Appendices Appendices

Appendix 28 – monitoring of Workers 156 Compensation reports 2006-2007 REPORT ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT REGIONAL AND STATE OF DEPARTMENT WALES SOUTH NEW Workers Compensation and and procedures Occupational Health and Safety – regular reviews with Allianz The Department continued to focus – comprehensive management on providing a safe and healthy of workers’ compensation claims working environment for its staff. and return to work program The Department’s main goal is to – regular contact with staff and prevent accidents and injuries through managers in the Workers the systematic identification and Compensation claims process control of hazards in work practices – OH&S inspections of remote in the workplace. Where a work- work locations related injury, incident or illness has – the Occupational Health and occurred and been reported, the Safety Workplace Committee Department has ensured that the called for nominations to include correct injury/incident management, representation from Tourism NSW reporting, investigation, and review and The Office of Science and procedures were followed and that Medical Research. New members employees were provided with to the Committee attended training appropriate training. – Driver Awareness Training was Achievements for the year included: provided to affected staff – quarterly meetings of the During the reporting period, Department’s OH&S Committee 20 new claims were lodged – OH&S and Workers Compensation by the Department. training including advice and procedures about the implications There were no WorkCover of legislation provided for prosecutions during the supervisors and managers reporting period. – ongoing information sessions Staff Support Services covering workstation ergonomics The Department continued its included in the Department’s sponsorship of the Employee induction program Assistance Program (EAP) which – individual workstation assessments provides a 24-hour, seven day a week, completed for staff in the independent counselling service Harrington Street premises available to staff and their family – ongoing provision of individual members. The program provides workplace assessments for staff assistance through a network of as required qualified counsellors to support staff – free flu vaccinations offered to staff encountering personal problems that – training and appointment of may be home or work-related. First Aid Officers as required The Department continued to – monitoring of the OH&S recognise and support the need Policy and Plan for its staff to balance home and – review and update of the work responsibilities by providing Department’s Worker’s flexible work hours. Compensation and Injury Management Policy NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 157 Coffs Harbour Suite F Level 1 West144 High Street PO Box 1028 Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 9945 2 6651 +61 Tel: 2 6658 0303 Fax: +61 NSW Tourism Suite F Level 1 West144 High Street Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 7625 2 6651 +61 Tel: 2 6658 0352 Fax: +61 Dubbo Level 1 Wingewarra Street47-59 PO Box 1039 Dubbo NSW 2830 2 6883 3100 +61 Tel: 2 6883Fax: 3131 +61 NSW Tourism Wingewarra Street47-59 Dubbo NSW 2830 2 6883 3107 +61 Tel: 2 6883Fax: 3131 +61 Goulburn Goldsmith39 Street PO Box 930 Goulburn NSW 2580 8000 2 4821 +61 Tel: 8650 2 4821 Fax: +61 Grafton Level 1 50 Victoria Street PO Box 1385 Grafton NSW 2460 2 6642 6511 +61 Tel: 2 6642 6021 Fax: +61 Kariong TheBuilding Avenue 16, Mt Penang Parklands Pacific Highway PO Box 7096 Kariong NSW 2250 2 4340 8700 +61 Tel: 2 4340 1005 Fax: +61 Lismore Level 3 Rous Building Water Molesworth218 St PO Box 146 Lismore NSW 2480 2 6622 4011 +61 Tel: 4609 2 6621 Fax: +61 www.tourism.nsw.gov.au Retail Tenancy Unit Retail Tenancy Level MLC Centre 43 Martin Place19 Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 4800 2 8222 +61 Tel: 4816 2 8222 Fax: +61 534 (NSW)Free 795 Call: 1300 [email protected]: NSW Tourism HouseTourism Harrington55 Street The Rocks NSW 2000 GPO Box 7050 Sydney NSW 2001 1111 2 9931 +61 Tel: 1424 2 9931 Fax: +61 Web: Office hours: 8.30am–6.00pm Monday–Friday Regional NSW Albury Macauley620 Street PO Box 3415 Albury NSW 2640 4808 2 6041 +61 Tel: 4818 2 6041 Fax: +61 NSW Tourism Macauley620 Street Albury NSW 2640 2988 2 6021 +61 Tel: 4818 2 6041 Fax: +61 Armidale Suite Level 6, 1 Rusden Street 175 PO Box 1138 Armidale NSW 2350 3284 2 6771 +61 Tel: 3286 2 6771 Fax: +61 Bathurst Russell235 Street PO Box 160 Bathurst NSW 2795 6841 2 6332 +61 Tel: 1129 2 6332 Fax: +61 Broken Hill Ground Floor Sulphide Street32 PO Box 786 Broken Hill NSW 2880 8 8087 8033 +61 Tel: 8 8088Fax: 5100 +61 Buronga Unit 2 1 Silver City Highway PO Box 340 Buronga NSW 2739 8661 3 5023 +61 Tel: 8441 3 5023 Fax: +61

www.osmr.nsw.gov.au www.business.nsw.gov.au Office hours: 9.00am–5.00pm Monday–Friday and Investment Centre NSW Trade & NSW Country Embassy Level MLC Centre 47 Martin Place19 Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 6900 2 9338 +61 Tel: 6609 2 9338 Fax: +61 Business Centre Parramatta Level 2 Church Street470 North Parramatta NSW 2151 PO Box 242 Parramatta NSW 2124 2 8843 1100 +61 Tel: 2 9890 9552 Fax: +61 [email protected] Office hours: 9.00am–5.00pm Monday–Friday NSW Office for Science and Medical Research Level MLC Centre 43 Martin Place19 Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 6700 2 9338 +61 Tel: 6760 2 9338 Fax: +61 Web: Main offices Major Events Unit Level MLC Centre 49 Martin Place19 Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 6855 2 9338 +61 Tel: 6930 2 9338 Fax: +61 Email: Principal office and Department of State Regional Development Level MLC Centre 49 Martin Place19 Sydney NSW 2000 GPO Box 5477 Sydney NSW 2001 6600 2 9338 +61 Tel: 6860 2 9338 Fax: +61 Web: Office hours: 9.00am–5.00pm Monday–Friday Access NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 158 International offices Japan NSW Tourism New28th Floor, Otani Garden Court, Kioi-Cho,4-1 Chiyoda-Ku, 0094Tokyo Japan 102 0777 3 5214 81 0011 Tel: 0780 3 5214 81 Fax: 0015 [email protected]: New Zealand NSW Tourism The Strand Level 125 3, Parnell, Auckland 1 New Zealand 64 7040 9 307 0011 Tel: 64 9 366 6173 Fax: 0015 [email protected] Email: North America NSW Tourism 8th Floor Suite 810, Center Drive6100 Los Angeles CA 90045 United States America of 1622 641 1 310 0011 Tel: 1655 641 1 310 Fax: 0015 [email protected] Email: North Asia – China, Korea Hong Kong, NSW Tourism Central 37F Plaza Suite 3707A, Harbour Road18 Wanchai Kong Hong / 1018 1895 2312 852 0011 Tel: 1035 2312 852 Fax: 0015 [email protected] Email: South East Asia – Singapore, Malaysia, India NSW Tourism #08-01A United Square Thomson Rd 101 Singapore 307591 3888 6253 65 0011 Tel: 4888 6352 65 Fax: 0015 [email protected] Email: United Kingdom and Europe (Germany) NewTourism South Wales Level Australia 6, Centre LondonStrand, WC2B 4LG United Kingdom 4644 44 7438 20 or 4643 0011 Tel: 44 6690 7240 20 Fax: 0015 [email protected]: Newcastle Level 3 Wharf Road251 Newcastle NSW 2300 2 4908 7333 +61 Tel: 7096 2 4929 Fax: +61 Nowra Worrigee57 Street PO Box 112 Nowra NSW 2541 1000 2 4421 +61 Tel: 2 4423 7957 Fax: +61 Orange Suite 2 Level 1 Lords206 Place PO Box 1620 Orange NSW 2800 2 6360 8400 +61 Tel: 2400 2 6361 Fax: +61 Macquarie Port Suite 1 Gordon Street 133-137 PO Box 2537 Port Macquarie NSW 2444 2 6583 5647 +61 Tel: 2 6583 5285 Fax: +61 Tamworth Level 1 Dowe Street 11-15 PO Box 1696 Tamworth NSW 2340 1360 2 6766 +61 Tel: 1378 2 6766 Fax: +61 Heads Tweed Wharf St 145 PO Box 851 Tweed Heads NSW 2485 3344 7 5599 +61 Tel: 3354 7 5599 Fax: +61 Wagga Wagga 48 Fitzmaurice Street PO Box 1156 Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 6422 2 6921 +61 Tel: 0780 2 6921 Fax: +61 Wollongong Level Terrace Suite 1, Crown Tower 200 Crown Street (Mall) PO Box 5106 Wollongong NSW 2520 9055 2 4225 +61 Tel: 9056 2 4225 Fax: +61 Access NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 159 8 2 5 12 51 51 19 18 37 32 32 55 55 55 55 35 45 52 49 62 56 56 50 58 60 46 54 40 44 44 151 155 147 153 145 145 145 149 156 150 150 148 8, 29 5, 7, 8, 9 7, 5, 8, 22, 24, 29 24, 8,22, 8, 22, 26, 28 26, 8,22,

Occupational Health and Safety Letter Submission of Logistics Main Street/Small Program Towns Major Assets Major Events Board Major Events Unit Major Works in Progress Manufacturing Marketing New South Wales Overseas Marketing New South Wales within Australia Marketing Regional NSW Marketing Sydney NSW Plan State Office for Science and Medical Research Organisation and Functions Organisational Capability Overseas Travel Overview by the Director General Payment Accounts of Performance Summary Policy and Resources Division Privacy and Personal Information Publications and Promotional Material Regional Business Development Scheme Regional Development Boards Regional Development Division Research and Development Resources Retail Tenancy Unit Risk Management and Insurance Science EXPOsed Senior Executive Service Significant Committees Membership Small Business Development Division Small Business September Stepping Program Up IndustryTourism Forum MasterplanTourism NSW Tourism NSW BoardTourism and InvestmentTrade Centre and Country Embassy Waste Reduction and Purchasing Policy Western Sydney Business Centre Women in Business Program Workers’ Compensation and Legislation 7 51 51 19 18 61 24 24 52 28 29 29 57 22 22 36 22 62 23 50 63 46 60 40 44 44 44 117 119 119 118 121 124 120 120 128 129 157 122 145 145 143 8, 28 8, 28 8, 40 5, 7, 8 7, 5, 19, 40 19,

Country Week Credit Card Use Certification Department Functional Structure Destination Development Disability Action Plan Drive Program for Talent Entertainment, design and media Equal Employment Opportunity Ethnic Affairs Priority Statement Executive Support Unit Executive Team Export Development Financial services Freedom Information of Governance Government Energy Management Policy Grants Non-Government to Organisations Guarantee Service of Home Based Business Human Resources Hunter Advantage Fund Illawarra Advantage Fund Industry Capability Network Industry Division Information and Communication Technology Information and Management Services Innovation and Technology Innovation Statement Internal Audit International Business Relations Program Investment Division Land Disposal Consumer Response Entities Controlled FrameworkCorporate Aboriginal Business Development Index Access Appendices Audited FinancialStatements Australian Technology Showcase BioLink Business Drought Assistance Program Business Advisory Services Business and Special Events Business Migration Communications Unit Consultants NEW SOUTH WALES DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2006-2007 160 None None None $37,377 Complies Complies Complies Complies Complies Complies Complies Complies Complies None significant None significant None significant None significant

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