Why Queensland
Queensland is a smart place to invest. As one of Australia’s fastest-growing states, it boasts a dynamic, globally connected economy built on strong foundations, natural advantages and a commitment to productivity and innovation.
Strong support for traditional industries, coupled with an ethos of innovation, means Queensland is primed for further economic diversification, new investment and sustainable growth.
There is enormous potential for government and industry to partner on transformative projects across multiple sectors. Together, we can shape the next chapter of our growth.
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Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
With the 2032 Games on the horizon, the world’s eyes will be turning to Queensland. This once-in-a-generation opportunity is backed by a confirmed pipeline of infrastructure projects that is delivering investor certainty, creating new jobs, and enhancing our global reputation.
Energy certainty
Queensland’s forthcoming 5-year energy plan will drive investment in affordable, reliable and sustainable energy. The roadmap will support infrastructure across the energy mix, including gas expansion, coal maintenance, smaller pumped hydro and renewables.
Diverse and growing economy
Queensland has a vibrant, resilient and diverse economy. With powerhouse industries including mining and resources, energy, primary industries, construction, tourism, manufacturing and services, no single sector accounts for more than 12% of the state’s output (on average over the past decade).
High business confidence
Queensland has some of the strongest business conditions of all mainland states. Consistent high levels of business confidence positions Queensland for continuing strong growth.
Low payroll tax rates
Queensland has one of the lowest standard payroll tax rates in Australia starting at 4.75%. Regional projects located outside the South East corner attract an even lower rate.
Competitive property costs
Queensland has highly competitive property options for growing businesses with selections available across CBD locations, regional centres, brownfield and large greenfield sites.
Proximity to the Indo-Pacific
Queensland is industry’s gateway to the high growth markets of the Indo-Pacific. We also enjoy an advantageous time zone that’s within 2 hours of many major Asian capital cities.
Abundant natural capital
We have metal and mineral resources, renewable energy sources, agricultural land, diverse water sources, biological diversity and globally recognised protected areas including World Heritage Areas
Growing population
Queensland is home to more than 5.6 million people – more than 20% of Australia’s population.
High net interstate migration
Queensland continues to attract new residents with Australia’s highest net interstate migration for the majority of the past 40 years.
Highly skilled workforce
With Australia’s largest trend employment increase over the year to June 2025, and an elevated labour force participation rate, Queensland has a skilled workforce across diverse industry sectors.
World-class universities and vocational education
Queensland has 360+ education and training providers, including 12 universities. TAFE Queensland, the state’s main vocational training institution, offers more than 400 practical, industry-relevant courses from entry-level certificates to degrees.
Leading research institutions and industry collaboration
Queensland is at the forefront of research and development, high-tech innovation and commercialisation, with a collaborative culture across research and translational institutions, university hubs and knowledge precincts.
International passenger and freight connectivity
We have international airports in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Townsville and Toowoomba and key ports in Brisbane, Gladstone, Hay Point, Abbot Point, Townsville, Cairns and Weipa.
Government-owned infrastructure
Government-owned corporations manage key infrastructure assets including the majority of our energy generation and transmission assets, water infrastructure, rail lines and ports.
Sophisticated transport and communications infrastructure
Queensland enjoys a comprehensive network of modern, multi-modal transport infrastructure and Australia’s fastest data transmission speeds to Asia via a direct undersea broadband cable landing on the Sunshine Coast.
A comprehensive suite of investment support
Queensland Treasury leads a whole-of-government investment facilitation service. We co-ordinate efforts to de-risk projects, accelerate delivery, and unlock transformative opportunities.
Coordinator-General
This unique role to Queensland has wide-ranging powers to plan, deliver and coordinate large-scale infrastructure projects, providing streamlined assessments and planning certainty.