Hindmarsh Shire Council to Develop Investment Attraction Prospectus
Published on 02 April 2026
Hindmarsh Shire Council has approved a $40,000 investment to develop an Investment Attraction Prospectus aimed at driving private sector investment and accelerating industrial growth across the Shire.
The prospectus will promote priority industrial sites identified in the recently completed Industrial Land Scoping and Implementation Report, which highlights significant opportunities for renewed investment in agricultural value‑adding, manufacturing, construction, transport and logistics. As the report notes, “the Shire is well positioned to attract renewed investment… however, a lack of appropriately zoned, serviced and market‑ready industrial land presents a material risk to realising these opportunities.”
The new prospectus will translate the technical planning and feasibility work into a clear, investor‑focused document that showcases Hindmarsh Shire’s competitive advantages, site readiness and strategic location between Melbourne and Adelaide. According to the report, the prospectus will “move Council from planning to delivery” by reducing investor uncertainty and enabling proactive engagement with industry and funding partners.
Two of the priority industrial estate opportunities, located in Dimboola and Nhill have been assessed as financially feasible, subject to external funding or private investment. The prospectus will also highlight the strong potential for Trades Hub facilities designed to support small and emerging trade businesses and address local workforce shortages.
The prospectus is expected to strengthen Council’s advocacy for State and Commonwealth infrastructure funding and help ensure that feasibility work translates into real economic and employment outcomes for the community.
Once completed, the Investment Attraction Prospectus will be published on Council’s website and used as a targeted engagement tool with prospective investors, industry stakeholders and funding partners.
Hindmarsh Shire Council’s Mayor, Cr Ron Ismay said “Developing an Investment Attraction Prospectus is a practical and proactive step toward securing Hindmarsh Shire’s economic future.”
“We have a great opportunity to attract new industries, support our local trades sector and unlock the potential of priority industrial sites across Dimboola, Rainbow and Nhill. This prospectus will help us clearly communicate that Hindmarsh is investment‑ready, competitive and committed to creating long‑term jobs and growth for our community.”
For more information, please contact Mark Fletcher, Manager Economic Development and Tourism on 03 5391 4444, or email mfletcher@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au.
Monica Revell
Chief Executive Officer