SUNSHINE COAST

The pristine Sunshine Coast begins at Caloundra, just one hour's drive north of Brisbane, and along with Caloundra, includes the Local Government Areas of Maroochy and Noosa.

Facts and Figures

• 13% increase in property and business services over previous year
• 13% increase in retail trade over previous year
• $6.1 billion in planned projects over the next five years

Employment by Occupation

In 2006, the top five occupations in the Sunshine Coast region were estimated to be:

• Intermediate clerical, sales and service persons (18% share of total employment)
• Professionals (17% share of total employment)
• Associate professionals (15% share of total employment)
• Tradespersons and related workers (14% share of total employment)
• Elementary clerical, sales and service persons (11% share of total employment)

Employment by Industry

In 2006, the top industries of employment in the Sunshine Coast region were:

• Retail trade (20% share of total employment)
• Construction (14% share of total employment)
• Health and community services (12% share of total employment)
• Property and business services (11% share of total employment)
• Education (7% share of total employment)

Key Industry Information

The Sunshine Coast is reaping the benefits of a well-balanced and healthy regional economy that is populated by a diverse range of industries that together, form a unique environment in which to live and work. At the heart of the Sunshine Coast economic framework are the key industries that comprise the majority of the region's output. These key industries are:

1. Agriculture, Food Processing and Manufacturing
2. Tourism
3. Health
4. Creative Industry and Arts
5. Sport
6. Education

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