CELL creates opportunities for jobs, growth and collaboration throughout the circular economy to prosper in the Lake Macquarie region.
Lake Macquarie is located within the Hunter Region and is located 150 kilometres north of Sydney CBD. A commute less than 2 hours via the M1 for motorists and less than 3 hours on the Central Coast and Newcastle trainline commute.
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The Lake Macquarie Advantage.
It’s time to share a secret with the world.
Lake Macquarie is the gateway to a fast-growing and dynamic regional economy. 
With a lower cost base, highly skilled working population, prime employment land, first-class infrastructure and connections to global markets via air, rail, road and sea, it’s time to welcome the world to our city.
Strong population growth
Current population of approx. 222,000 and is projected to reach 270,712 by 2046.
Strategic location
90 mins drive from Sydney, situated at midpoint of eastern seaboard with a total market reach of over 6 million.
Lower cost base
Lake Macquarie offers less expensive industrial land and commercial space providing an attractive alternative to Sydney for businesses seeking relocation. Benefit from a regional salary benchmark.
Engaged workforce
Motivated workforce with a diverse range of skills and competencies. Exceptional quality of life and low cost of living delivering retention and loyalty.
Investment & growth
A proactive, supportive planning, development assessment and investment environment. Customised support to reduce the time and costs involved in delivering your project.
Residential forecast
26,120 new dwellings in Lake Macquarie between 2021 and 2046
Leading innovation
Leading regional innovation hubs supporting co-working and rapid product commercialisation for start-ups, scale-ups and corporates.
High quality infrastructure
Access to airport, rail, road and NSW ports to leverage efficiency in logistics and service delivery City-wide, 650 square kilometre Internet of Things (IoT) network
We are here in Lake Macquarie to help you transition towards circular economy.
CELL focuses the enablement of circular economy through:
- Define and Educate
- Collaborates
- Unlock Value
- Projects and Events
- Develop your ideas,   increase scale opportunities in Lake Macquarie.
