The following information outlines the opportunities available to investors in the region through our ‘Open for business’ approach and the subsequent Economic Development Framework, which directs business and job growth in the future. See the links for more detailed information.
Open for business and investment
The Redlands Coast is open for business! Council encourages investment, capacity building and reduced barriers to new and growing business.
- Read more about Council’s Open For Business and Investment.
Economic Development Framework—direction and action
The Economic Development Framework charts a direction for business growth and job generation over the next two decades.
Council established the Redlands Economic Development Advisory Board in 2015, which assisted us by overseeing implementation of the Economic Development Framework, and development and implementation of endorsed action plans for key industry sectors including tourism, education and training, health care and social assistance, and rural enterprises.
Following a review, in June 2021 Council acknowledged that the Board had achieved its objectives and decided to discontinue the Board. It was also acknowledged that the Economic Development Framework was a sound document to continue to guide economic development in the City.
Council will continue to work with industry partners and stakeholders in the implementation of plans, programs, opportunities and initiatives.
- Read more about the Economic Development Framework.
Regional Skills Investment Strategy
The Regional Skills Investment Strategy (RSIS) was an initiative of the Queensland Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) with the primary focus on engaging with local businesses, and identifying skills gaps and place-based training solutions tailored to the Health Care and Social Assistance and Manufacturing industries in Redlands Coast.
The project concluded in August 2021.
- Read more about the Regional Skills Investment Strategy.