Industry Profile

Orange's industry base is significant and diverse, ranging from apples through to whitegoods manufacturing, mining, tourism, agricultural support and research facilities.

In 1991, the Head Office of NSW Agriculture, now known as the Department of Primary Industires, relocated to the city, thus reinforcing the agricultural focus of the city and district. It is the centre for the Australian National Field Days, Charles Sturt University's Agricultural and Management faculty and agricultural research facilities.

The region has consolidated its position as a nationally significant metallurgical mining centre with the development of Cadia and Ridgeway Gold and Copper mining projects employing over 1,000 people. Newcrest is Australia’s largest gold producer. Tourism and information technology have created new business opportunities, whilst the retail and services sectors in Orange remain strong. There is a large manufacturing sector, including Electrolux and an extensive range of health care and social assistance concentrated in Orange. The City is well known for its local wine and fresh produce, theatre and arts as well as its trendy restaurants and cafes.

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