About the HVRF

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Established in 1956, The Hunter Valley Research Foundation mission is a unique, independent regional research organisation. Committed to assisting business, government and statutory authorities and community groups, the HVRF is Australia's longest serving private not for profit regional research organisation.

Our work is focused on two key areas:

  • Research consultancy services including surveys, economic analysis, health data collection, facilitation and multi-client surveys.
  • A long standing regional research program which includes the monitoring of regional investment, economic indicators, social wellbeing, demographic analysis, use of technology, environmental attitudes, housing affordability and weather patterns. Research output is disseminated through publications, forums, presentations to various groups, a free enquiries service and public library, the media and our web site.

What sets the Hunter Valley Research Foundation apart?

  • Our multi-skilled research team
  • Our highly trained interviewing teams
  • Computer-Aided Telephone Interviewing (CATI) programming developed in-house by highly experienced staff.
  • Our customised data collection methods form the basis of a consistent, reliable and lateral approach to each project. .

  • Our high response rates are based on adherence to a strict call back system and survey methods.
  • We are committed to providing a quality product

Please contact the Hunter Valley Research Foundation for more information.

HOW TO FIND US?
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From Sydney:

  • Take Newcastle / Wallsend exit from the F3
  • Travel along link road and then continue on this arterial road through the suburbs of Wallsend, Jesmond, Lambton to Hamilton
  • Turn left at Beaumont Street, Hamilton, and over the railway level crossing (see map for detailed directions to Downie Street, Maryville)

From Newcastle CBD:

  • From Hunter Street turn into Hannell Street and cross railway level crossing
  • Downie Street turnoff is between the two large roundabouts on Hannell Street
  • The Foundation is at the far end of Downie Street
PO Box 3023 Hamilton DC 2303 NSW 55 Downie Street Maryville T 02 4969 4566 F 02 4961 4981 E info@hvrf.com.au W hvrf.com.au
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