Annual Plan 2016-17 - Approved by Council 27 June 2016

40.8% were couples without children (lower than the Tasmanian average of 42.1%);
14.5% were single parent families (lower than the Tasmanian average of 17%).
Other important factors in Kingborough:
A relatively high median household income (weekly of $1,208, compared to $948 for Tasmania).
Relatively low unemployment. The unemployment rate for Kingborough on Census night was
4.6% compared to 6.4% in Tasmania. 62.6% of Kingborough residents were working, compared
to 57.8% in Tasmania.
Relatively high education standards (64% with Year-12 qualifications, compared to 51% for
Tasmania).
Relatively high internet use (almost 82% of households had internet, compared to 74% for
Tasmania).
Generally above-average wealth. The Census showed Hobart and Kingborough are Tasmania’s
most advantaged local government areas. However, there are pockets of disadvantage in
Kingborough (eg. Kettering / Bruny Island with a median weekly income of $877 and 6.3%
unemployment).
Relatively high commuter numbers. 14,465 residents travelling for work outside of
Kingborough, (out of a total of 16,813 in the labour force). Kingborough has 14% of the
population of southern Tasmania, but only 7.2% of the jobs. Only 5% of residents travel to work
by public transport.
Estimates Implications
Increasing pressure on Council’s infrastructure and services from strong population growth;
An ageing population requiring specific services and infrastructure;
A highly educated and professional demographic.
Other factors include:
Minimal CPI increases on goods and services have been applied where possible;
Changes in industry and the economic climate in the region;
The impact of Federal and State Government policies; and
Council’s commitment to increase salaries and wages in line with the employee Enterprise
Bargaining Agreement, which is currently being renegotiated.
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Approved by Council on 27 June 2016