Business Renewal Engagement update

Thanks to everyone who is contributing ideas and priorities in the Business Renewal Engagement currently underway.

We also value collaborating with Business Lismore in delivering last month’s Forum, and our next steps for activation, CBD enhancements and promoting our business community. As stated by Shaun Haysom, President of Business Lismore and Centre Manager of Lismore Square, “it’s crucial to acknowledge that our business community recognises the potential that Lismore holds. We are seeing the resilience and determination of our entrepreneurs and business owners. The spirit of our community is a testament to our shared commitment to the growth and prosperity of our city.”

Still want to have your say but couldn’t get to the Forum? It’s not too late! Please answer some quick questions here or you can book a 1:1 conversation with our team here.

You can also find informative presentation slides published here on Your Say Lismore. September’s Forum presentation included updates about Lismore community vision and blue print; the exciting ‘back Lismore’ marketing campaign to change Lismore’s narrative; a summary of CBD improvement works; and snapshot of business activation and promotions since the March 2023 engagement.

Business stakeholder input is invaluable for our planning, action and advocacy, and we are currently focusing on:

• Vibrancy and visitation
• Enhancing CBD experience
• Economic development enablers
• Stories for growth.

We are excited to soon be sharing the new draft Business Activation Plan (BAP) with you, which has been directly informed by the recent engagements. We’re looking forward to your feedback!

We’re also encouraging you to check out the ever-increasing resources for local businesses published on our website and you can contact us at business@lismore.nsw.gov.au for queries and ideas for activating and promoting Lismore.