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On the Rise and Rise

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Economic Growth

The Sunshine Coast has a Gross Regional Product of over AUD$16 billion and is now one of the largest regional economies in Queensland1.


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Population Growth

The Sunshine Coast’s population is expected to grow to more than 470,000 by 2036.


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Business Confidence

The Sunshine Coast has the highest levels of business confidence, profitability and total sales and revenue of any region in Queensland7.


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Tourism Expenditure and Visitation

Well-recognised as a leading tourism destination, and one of the fastest-growing port destinations in Australia.

Australia’s Most Compelling Growth Story

“The growth metrics of the region are all coming together at this time and it’s all in the planning. There’s a decade of planning gone into getting to this point and now the Sunshine Coast is realising these opportunities creatively.”

– SunCentral Maroochydore CEO John Knaggs

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Smarter Business

Lower operating and business costs, along with government incentives and assistance, are just a few reasons why Maroochydore is a highly cost-effective place to operate.

Lower Business Costs


Operating Costs


Government Incentives & Assistance