Business Survey 2024

hand selecting survey tick box with title 'local businesses, we're listening'

Every two years, the Sutherland Shire Business Survey gives local businesses a voice. We want to hear from you!

  • What challenges is your business facing?
  • How can Council make it easier to do business?
  • What events, resources, or advocacy would support you as a local business owner?

Share your feedback today and help shape the future of local business in Sutherland Shire.

WIN! This year businesses have the chance to win a total of $1500 in cash prizes.

All participants who complete the survey can enter the draw to win one of three Visa gift cards!

  • First prize valued at $750
  • Second prize valued at $500
  • Third prize valued at $250

Winners are encouraged to spend their prize on local activities, attractions, restaurants and accommodation - for inspiration see our website visitsutherlandshire.com.au. See the Terms and Conditions here.

Have your say

Complete the survey below by 30 November 2024. Your feedback will be used to guide Council’s efforts to support businesses by:

  • Adjusting policies and regulations
  • Creating training and networking programs, workshops and events
  • Improving infrastructure like transport, roads, and amenities
  • Launching local marketing campaigns
  • Enhancing public safety measures.

For more information, please contact Justin Sokolowski, Business and Tourism Advisor: jsokolowski@ssc.nsw.gov.au

Every two years, the Sutherland Shire Business Survey gives local businesses a voice. We want to hear from you!

  • What challenges is your business facing?
  • How can Council make it easier to do business?
  • What events, resources, or advocacy would support you as a local business owner?

Share your feedback today and help shape the future of local business in Sutherland Shire.

WIN! This year businesses have the chance to win a total of $1500 in cash prizes.

All participants who complete the survey can enter the draw to win one of three Visa gift cards!

  • First prize valued at $750
  • Second prize valued at $500
  • Third prize valued at $250

Winners are encouraged to spend their prize on local activities, attractions, restaurants and accommodation - for inspiration see our website visitsutherlandshire.com.au. See the Terms and Conditions here.

Have your say

Complete the survey below by 30 November 2024. Your feedback will be used to guide Council’s efforts to support businesses by:

  • Adjusting policies and regulations
  • Creating training and networking programs, workshops and events
  • Improving infrastructure like transport, roads, and amenities
  • Launching local marketing campaigns
  • Enhancing public safety measures.

For more information, please contact Justin Sokolowski, Business and Tourism Advisor: jsokolowski@ssc.nsw.gov.au

  • Consultation results now available

    Thank you to the 249 local business owners who participated in this consultation.

    The results are now available to view here or by clicking the image below.

    While businesses continue to face significant challenges, the survey revealed an optimistic outlook: 87% of respondents feel confident about the next 12 months, with projected turnovers expected to increase by almost 10% for the 2024/25 financial year.

    Read more about the survey findings and Council's planned initiatives to respond to them on our website here.


Page last updated: 23 Jan 2025, 12:28 PM