Why Queensland

It is a desirable place to live and a strong place to invest, offering scale, certainty and access to high-growth Indo-Pacific markets. As one of Australia’s fastest-growing states, Queensland has a globally connected economy built on strong foundations, natural advantages and a clear focus on productivity and innovation.

Queensland’s economy is diverse and resilient, with established strengths across resources, energy, construction, manufacturing, primary industries, tourism, defence, biomedical innovation and services. No single sector dominates output, supporting long-term stability and reducing concentration risk for investors.

There is significant opportunity for government and industry to partner on transformative projects across multiple sectors. Queensland takes a whole‑of‑government approach to supporting investment, through Team Queensland and coordinated investment pathways, particularly where projects are complex, innovative or of strategic importance, and where coordinated facilitation can reduce risk and accelerate delivery.

We have a bright future

Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
With the 2032 Games on the horizon, the world’s eyes are turning to Queensland. This once-in-a-generation opportunity is backed by a confirmed pipeline of infrastructure projects that provide investor certainty, create jobs, deliver procurement opportunities for business and strengthen Queensland’s international profile.

Strategic Infrastructure Pipeline
Queensland is delivering an ambitious $119.2 billion capital program over four years to 2028-29. This pipeline focuses on high-impact infrastructure that fuels economic growth, productivity and community wellbeing, and provides clear, investable opportunities across transport, energy, water, housing and social infrastructure.

Energy certainty
Queensland’s Energy Roadmap provides long-term certainty for investors by supporting affordable, reliable and sustainable energy for Queenslanders. The roadmap enables private sector investment across the energy system, including coal maintenance, gas expansion, smaller pumped hydro, storage, transmission and renewables. This approach helps de-risk projects, supports system reliability and enables investment to proceed with confidence.

We have the right economic conditions

Diverse and growing economy
Queensland has a vibrant, resilient and diverse economy, with powerhouse industries spanning mining and resources, energy, primary industries, construction, tourism, manufacturing and a large and growing services sector.

High business confidence
Queensland continues to record the strongest business conditions relative to other mainland states. Sustained business confidence supports ongoing investment, expansion and employment growth across the state.

AA+ and Aa1 credit ratings
Strong credit ratings from S&P, Moody’s & Fitch support investor confidence and fiscal stability.

We have the right operational conditions

Competitive and certain tax settings
The Queensland Government has committed to no new or increased taxes, providing investment certainty and stability. Queensland offers the highest payroll tax-free threshold and the lowest payroll tax rate of major Australian states, with further discounts and concessions for eligible businesses. Regional employers located outside the South East Queensland corner attract a lower rate, supporting investment in regional centres and priority growth areas.

Regulatory reform agenda
Targeted red tape reduction and streamlined approvals support decision-making.

Competitive property and land costs
Queensland provides competitive property options for businesses at all stages of growth, with availability across CBD locations, regional centres, brownfield sites and large greenfield developments.

We have the best location

Proximity to the Indo-Pacific
Queensland is Australia’s gateway to the high-growth markets of the Indo-Pacific. Its time zone aligns closely with major Asian economies, supporting efficient trade, investment and business operations.

Abundant natural capital
Queensland has significant natural assets, including metal and mineral resources, renewable energy potential, agricultural land, diverse water sources and globally recognised protected areas, including World Heritage Areas. These assets underpin long-term economic activity across multiple sectors.

We have the people

Growing population
Queensland is home to more than 5.7 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
Queensland’s labour market remains strong, with ongoing jobs growth, a low unemployment rate and strong labour force participation. Queensland also boasts a skilled workforce across diverse industry sectors.

We have the smarts

World-class universities and vocational education
Queensland has more than 1,100 education and training providers, including 12 universities. TAFE Queensland, the state’s main vocational training institution, has more than 60 locations and delivers over 400 practical, industry-relevant courses from entry-level certificates to degrees.

Leading research institutions and industry collaboration
Queensland has a strong research and development ecosystem, with close collaboration across universities, research institutions, industry hubs and knowledge precincts to support innovation and commercialisation.

We have the infrastructure for business

International connectivity
Queensland has 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.

Partnerships
Through partnerships with the private sector, Queensland is delivering critical infrastructure, energy projects and housing initiatives that support economic growth and long-term community outcomes.

Sophisticated transport and communications infrastructure
Queensland benefits from a modern, multi-modal transport network and high-capacity digital infrastructure, supporting efficient movement of people, goods and data. The state is also connected to Japan and Guam via a direct undersea broadband cable, Australia’s fastest data and telecommunications transmission to Asia.

We have the support you need

A comprehensive suite of investment support
Queensland Treasury leads a whole-of-government investment facilitation service that welcomes private sector investment in Queensland. Support is focused on projects that are complex or innovative, require coordinated government engagement, deliver significant outcomes for the state, or align with government priorities.

Through Team Queensland, investors have access to coordinated support and investment pathways that help move proposals from first conversation through to delivery.