The AMACC Region is the largest ACC region (by population) in South Australia, and is considered a key regional area for the State's ongoing economic and social development.

The region covers 17 Local Government Areas, and one Regional Development Board, combining urban, inner city and rural areas.

DEMOGRAPHICS

The AMACC region contains:

• 61.8% of the SA population
• 40% of the State's indigenous population
• 75% of the State's NESB population.

More detailed information regarding the population of the AMACC Region has been developed using data from the recently released ABS National Regional Profile (cat no. 1379.0.55.001). Click here to view.

REGIONAL LABOUR MARKET

• The AMACC Region follows the National and State trend of having an ageing population with 47% aged 40+ and individual LGA's up to 55% (Walkerville).
• The Region's labour force participation rate is 58%, compared with the national figure of 63%.
• The region's unemployment rate is 5.4%,higher than both the State(5.0%) and national(5.1%) averages. Several LGA's within the region recorded rates well above the AMACC regional average, at 17.3% Elizabeth has the highest unemployment rate in South Australia. (DEWR LEO, SALM Mar 2006)
• Youth unemployment is high at 15.3% (16.9% male, 13.7% female).
• The unemployment rate of 24% (27% male, 20% female) amongst the AMACC region's indigenous population is of great concern.

INDUSTRY

• An estimated 80 - 85% of South Australia's economic activity occurs within the AMACC region.
• Major industry sectors include:
  • Manufacturing (14.8%)
  • Retail (14.6%)
  • Health & Community Services (12.5%)
  • Property & Business (10.9%)
• Employment is dependent on automotive, automotive components, and whitegoods manufacturing and processing.