Strategic consulting, economic forecasting, and extensive regional data services
Our Services
At NIEIR, we empower government, business, and community leaders with Australia’s leading regional economic intelligence, helping you understand your economy, plan for the future, and make a positive impact.
Australia’s leading economic database for reliable decision making
Specialised Data & Economic Intelligence
Independent, LGA-level data services that drive economic strategy
Gain the clarity you need to make informed decisions with comprehensive intelligence about your region’s economic performance, past and present. Our data services provide the evidence base for benchmarking, tracking change, and identifying opportunities or risks as they emerge.
We analyse economies at every geographic scale, with Australia’s most comprehensive, continuously updated regional economic database covering all 543 LGAs and 40+ years of localised time series data.
Our Intelligence Solutions:
- State of the Regions - FREE Annual Report - detailed comparative analysis of every region in Australia, including employment, GRP and demographic trends.
- Local Energy & Emissions Monitor (LEEM) - tracks emissions, energy and waste at LGA level to support climate action and compliance.
- Regional Economic Database - 40+ years of LGA data on jobs, industry, trade, housing and demographics, with local multipliers that reflect true area structure.
- Precinct Analysis - NEW PRODUCT - Focused snapshots of defined local areas to inform investment and planning decisions.
Plan with clarity, Forecast with Confidence
Strategic Planning, Modelling & Forecasting
Forward-looking insight to shape smarter economic, infrastructure, and policy decisions
Anticipate change and build resilience with forward-looking analysis and scenario planning. Our robust forecasts and models help you prepare for what’s next, whether you’re shaping infrastructure, responding to policy shifts, or future-proofing your community or business.
We provide national, regional, and local projections for GDP, employment, population, and energy demand, giving you the evidence base to plan strategically, set budgets with confidence, and invest wisely.
Our Forecasting Capabilities
- Economic Forecasting - national, regional and local projections across output, jobs, population and energy demand.
- Scenario Analysis - stress-test strategies against plausible futures such as shocks, demographic change or climate impacts.
- Trade Analysis - map supply-chain vulnerabilities and interdependencies to understand regional reliance and contribution.
Measure Your Impact. Strengthen Project Outcomes.
Impact Assessments, Funding & Project Support
Evidence-based insights to support investment, policy, and project decisions
Demonstrate value, manage risk, and make better choices with precise, actionable analysis. Our tailored studies quantify the impact of your projects, policies, or investments, grounded in the real economic structure of your area.
From major events and infrastructure to workforce and sector strategy, NIEIR delivers independent assessments that help you secure funding, justify investment, and communicate value to stakeholders.
We Deliver Insights Across:
- Economic Impact Assessment - quantify direct, indirect and induced effects using granular, location-specific modelling.
- Event & Major Project Analysis - assess full economic contribution of infrastructure, cultural, sporting or community projects.
- Policy Outcome Modelling - evaluate policy changes and sector trends, including workforce and skills implications.
Work alongside experts to solve your economic challenges.
Consulting & Industry Expertise
Evidence‑Based Advice To Support Investment, Policy And Project Decisions.
Transform complex economic challenges into clear, actionable strategies. Our bespoke analysis and authoritative, evidence‑based advice support unique economic questions and regulatory submissions, grounded in the real structure of your local economy.
From sector strategy and labour markets to crisis response, we deliver independent assessments that help you manage risk, justify investment, and communicate value to stakeholders.
We Deliver Insights Across:
- Energy & Resources - in‑depth insights across energy, resources, manufacturing, technology and other sectors to identify trends and opportunities.
- Workforce & Skills Modelling – specialised analysis of labour supply and demand, skills gaps, and policy impacts to build a future‑ready workforce.
- Defence, Economic Develpoment and Creative sectors – rapid assessments of economic disruptions to inform emergency response and recovery planning.
Independent, data-backed insights built on over 40 years of trusted expertise.
Why Leaders Choose NIEIR
Choosing NIEIR means working with Australia’s most experienced regional economics institute, known for precision, integrity, and real-world impact. With 40+ years of independent modelling and policy insight, we help leaders turn complex data into strategic clarity.