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Caboolture district
Caboolture is one of Queensland's most progressive, go-ahead regions, with business opportunities and lifestyle second to none.
South East Queensland is attracting on average 55,000 new residents each year. It is experiencing rapid business and employment growth and Caboolture is capitalizing on this expanding growth – emerging as a significant economic hub with national and international recognition.
In June 2006 the district reached 135,000 residents growing at a forecast average annual rate of 2.7% through to 2026.
Caboolture has a vibrant local economy, with a diversity of commercial, industrial and rural businesses with an estimated 4,500 businesses located throughout Caboolture's 12 industry local business centres.
Boosted by its rising population, strong economic growth, close proximity to the Bruce Highway and the North Coast Railway line, Caboolture district offers significant opportunities for investors and for businesses looking to start up or to relocate to a more profitable environment.
Further details on information contained in this section should be directed to the Economic Development and Tourism Section on (07) 5433 3000 or email economic@moretonbay.qld.gov.au 
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Pine Rivers district
Local economic development is the process in which Pine Rivers engages to stimulate and maintain business activity and employment in its Local Government Area. This is reflected in the formation of new businesses, the development of alternative industries, the improvement of the capacity of existing businesses to produce better products and services, the identification of new markets, the transfer of knowledge and the nurturing of new firms and enterprises.
Council is taking an active role in ensuring that our local businesses continue to develop and strengthen their share of market opportunities. The Business Facilitation Department provides preliminary advice and support to those businesses wishing to establish or relocate to Pine Rivers. The dynamics of business growth in Pine Rivers is documented in Council's Facts & Figures brochure. Information, direct contact links to some beneficial organisations and the Business Directory can be found here to assist you in establishing, developing and expanding your business in the Pine Rivers district.
Pine Rivers is 20 kms from the Brisbane CBD with a thriving business sector. The district has business precincts at Strathpine, Brendale, North Lakes, Lawnton, Kallangur, Petrie, Albany Creek, Arana Hills and Everton Hills and boasts a wide range of retail, manufacturing and service industries. State and Federal Government agencies have branch offices providing direct service links to the community. There is enormous potential for commercial and employment growth within Pine Rivers as the district has a highly skilled work force.
Brendale industrial estate is situated adjacent to the Strathpine Central Business District and on the northern boundary with Brisbane. It offers affordable business premises with easy access to freight and transport corridors with on-the-doorstep access to the Bruce Highway, the Gateway Arterial Road, other major roads and passenger and freight rail services. Torque Ford, Iplex Pipes, PGH, Noble Engineering, Crest Electronics, Visy Carton Board, Mill-Tui and Northside Trusses & Frames are just a few of the companies who have established large premises in Brendale.
Redcliffe district
Economy
Redcliffe’s strategic location makes it a popular place to visit, do business or call home.
With easy access to Highway No 1 and the Gateway Arterial Road, Redcliffe enjoys all the benefits of being within minutes of Australia’s most rapidly growing centre, while still having the appeal and amenity of a thriving coastal centre.
It is just 35 minutes drive from the Brisbane CBD, yet offers its businesses and residents low congestion, plenty of parking, affordable rent and excellent integration between home and workplace facilities. Recent and new infrastructure includes the Margate streetscaping, the new Woody point Jetty and the Houghton Highway duplication.
It’s proximity to Brisbane, Queensland’s capital city, domestic and international airports and the Port of Brisbane means you can work and live in this bayside city and still be part of the metropolitan scene.
The local economy is driven by an active business community comprising innovative small operators, multi-destination exporters and pioneering high-tech firms.
Redcliffe’s major economic sectors are retail trade, construction trades, property and business services, medical and community services, manufacturing, and hospitality.
Redcliffe has a strong and diverse economy to ensure maximum employment opportunities for its residents. Information on local industries, business start-up and expansion programs, location choices, demographics, Government assistance programs and statistical data can be obtained from the Council's Economic Development Business Unit.
Redcliffe Economic Development Business Unit
The primary role of the Economic Development Business Unit is to support local businesses and attract investment to the city. The unit takes an active role in providing services to assist the Redcliffe community to improve its economic environment.
- The unit is your first point of contact for business support. Services include:
business advice;
- business and tourism investment information;
- business seminars and training;
- state and federal government programs;
- up-to-date statistics;
- facilitation of research projects;
- implementation of Council business development strategies; and
- facilitation of resources and development of infrastructure to attract and keep businesses in Redcliffe.
To contact the unit email economic@moretonbay.qld.gov.au or telephone 3283 0490.