Regional NSW was showcased during "Country Week 2006 - The Tree and Sea Change Expo" at Rosehill from August 11-13 attracting nearly 10,000 people.
The Department of State and Regional Development was a major supporter of the three day Expo.
Country Week showcased country and regional NSW as a desirable alternative to living and working in Sydney and highlighted a range of attractive business and lifestyle opportunities on offer in non-metropolitan areas.
The first day of the Expo was Business Friday, a day for businesses to find out more about relocating or expanding to regional areas, which included seminars from the Department of State and Regional Development.
Seminars were also held on Saturday on aspects of country life, planning a sea or tree change and financial issues and opportunities involved in making a move to the country.
Exhibitors from across NSW were at the Expo to discuss their communities and answer questions.
Information was available on choice locations, real estate and housing, business opportunities, employment opportunities, and the availability of financial assistance, skilled staff and services such as schools, health services and transport.
Premier Morris Iemma, who officially opened the Expo, said regional NSW was thriving and offered business and lifestyle benefits as well as more affordable real estate.
“In addition, regional NSW offers a large pool of skilled and highly qualified employees, working in established industries from technology to business and community services, and from agriculture to manufacturing," he said.