Advancing Our Cities and Regions Strategy

In the short term, four priorities have been identified:

1. Cross River Rail economic development strategy

The strategy will ensure the Cross River Rail project is a catalyst for significant economic development, private and public sector investment, and job creation.

2. Moreton Bay renewal

Economic Development Queensland’s (EDQ) priority within the Moreton Bay region is to generate growth in domestic and international tourism driven by the North Stradbroke Island Economic Transition Strategy, Toondah Harbour redevelopment, and development of Weinam Creek.

3. Townsville transformation

Urban renewal over the next 15 to 20 years within Townsville will be driven by the Townsville City Waterfront Priority Development Area, North Queensland Stadium proposal, and transformation of the James Cook University into a health and knowledge precinct. Surplus state land may be identified for future research, student accommodation, residential, retail, and community uses.

4. Rockhampton revival

Rockhampton CBD is being considered for Priority Development Area designation. In addition, EDQ will engage with Rockhampton Regional Council with the potential for joint venture student accommodation and residential development.

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