MACKAY

About the Mackay Region

Today, Queensland's growth is being shaped by a steady flow of investment, capital and resources into its regional economies. The return on this investment is already paying strong dividends - in June 2006 there were more than two million Queenslanders in work.

Facts and Figures

• 60% of Queensland's coal exports are mined from the Mackay Region
• Advanced manufacturing and engineering, agribusiness, construction, marine and tourism are thriving
• Quality and affordable industrial real estate is available for business relocation
• Efficient transport networks are already in place
• Eucation and training infrastructure projects are underway
• Close proximity to the Asia Pacific market

Population Statistics

On the back of significant investment in the Mackay Region there has been a steady growth in population, which has allowed for the major development and expansion of services and infrastructure.

Employment by Occupation

In 2005, the top three occupations share of total employment in the Mackay region were:
• Tradespersons & related workers 15%
• Intermediate production & transport workers 14%
• Intermediate clerical, sales & service workers 16%

For more information visit www.mackay-revealed.com.au

Source: AECgroup