ROMA

Located in the heart of Queensland's Western Downs, is the ‘Queensland Energy Corridor'. This resource rich region encompasses the eight local government areas of Bungil, Benedemere, Chinchilla, Dalby, Murilla, Roma, Taroom and Wambo.

Facts & Figures

• 13% growth in property and business services jobs
• 11% growth in education jobs
• $3.5 billion in planned projects over the next five years
• 4,424 new jobs created over the last five years
• 11% increase in government, administration and defence jobs

Employment by Occupation

In 2006, the top five occupations in the Energy Corridor were estimated to be:
• Managers and administrators (19% share of total employment)
• Professionals (15% of total employment)
• Associate professionals (13% share of total employment)
• Tradespersons and related workers (12% share of total employment)
• Intermediate, clerical, sales and service workers (12% share of total employment)

Key Industry Information

The synergies between the development of the mining and energy and the existing sectors of the economy will shape the future success of the Energy Corridor.

At the heart of the Energy Corridor's economy are the key industries that make up the majority of the region's output. These key industries are:
1. Agriculture
2. Electricity, Gas and Water
3. Retail
4. Health and Community Services

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