Today I attended the inaugural State of the City Address with Ald Louise Bloomfield. It was a fantastic opportunity to reflect on Hobart’s progress:
Economy – Hobart’s economy is now valued at $9.3B, powered by the people, services and industries that keep our city thriving.
Community – Our population is getting younger, more diverse and more highly skilled. Nearly 50% of residents now hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, almost double the figure from 20 years ago.
Night-time economy – Businesses that come alive after dark now represent 9% of our economy, and the sector is growing strongly.
We also heard from strategist and futurist Steve Tighe, who highlighted the risks of planning for a single, linear future when change is often far more dynamic and unpredictable.
