This paper presents a novel application of scenario method and Delphi analysis to engage multiple stakeholders in analysing complex and contested issues. The project brought together senior decision makers from public, private and non-governmental organizations to address the challenge of how to prompt and promote regeneration and innovation in a region of socio-political fragmentation and socio-economic disadvantage. The approach discussed forms part of a larger ARC-funded program to explore the potential role of unions in supporting economic regeneration in North West Tasmania. The region has been characterised in the recent past as one of low participation in education, rising unemployment, lack of innovation and community fragmentation. In engaging key stakeholders, the team faced issues of geographical distance and lack of time as well as cognitive differences between individuals.
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