Progressive & Diverse
The Wide Bay Burnett is a thriving and diverse regional centre brimming with business opportunities!
While the population dynamics are changing, so to are the economic opportunities. The 5 major areas in the Wide Bay Burnett - Bundaberg & Coral Coast, Hervey Bay, Maryborough, Cooloola and South Burnett - have distinct yet interdependent local economies.
The Wide Bay Burnett supports a diverse mix of industry and infrastructure that is home to opportunities in Agribusiness, Manufacturing & Engineering, Aviation, Marine, Food Processing, Mineral Production, Timber & Forestry, Tourism and Services Industries.
Supported by the Queensland Department of State Development Trade & Innovation, Wide Bay Area Consultative Committee (WBACC), Commerce Queensland and the Wide Bay Chambers of Commerce there is an abundance of help & support if you are looking to do business in the Wide Bay Burnett .
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As the southern gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the centre of Agriculture in the Wide Bay Burnett region, Bundaberg is well positioned for a prosperous and sustainable future. The area boasts a near perfect climate and has easy access to port, rail and road infrastructure. more |
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Best known as the gateway to the world renowned heritage listed Fraser Island, Hervey Bay is the 3rd fastest growing city in Queensland and the 15th fastest growing city in Australia! It's not just the population that is growing. while infrastructure, services and industry is moving ahead in leaps and bounds, Hervey Bay retains its lifestyle and affordability advantages. more |
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Maryborough has a long history as an important commercial, service and administrative centre for the Wide Bay Burnett region. Industry in Maryborough is diverse and well established and includes agriculture, engineering, forestry and retail services. Maryborough residents enjoy a hospitable climate, natural landscape and heritage streetscapes. more |
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The Cooloola Region is a unique part of the Wide Bay Burnett and offers a superb lifestyle with a sound and diverse economic base. The hub of Cooloola is the City of Gympie, located just 2 hours north of Brisbane. While Gympie is best known for its gold mining history it has a strong retail sector and supports a large manufacturing base. more |
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Kingaroy is small but vibrant town and is the hub of the South Burnett. Famous for peanuts and Queensland's largest wine producer, Kingaroy is just 2 hours north-west of Brisbane. more |