In the past two years, most of the best markets for affordability and growth across the nation have been found in regional Australia. This remains the case, particularly in the eastern states. And right now, the number of growth markets in Regional Queensland continues to rise, as the economies in resources-related regional centres recover.

Mackay, the leader of the Central Queensland fightback, is thriving and other regional centres are joining the revival, including Rockhampton, Gladstone and Emerald. 

Beyond the direct influence of the mining sector, the Sunshine Coast is one of the nation’s most compelling economic stories, with new industries and big infrastructure spending creating growth in population and employment. The cities of North Queensland are looking increasingly solid in their prospects and the inland city of Toowoomba is also poised to join the growth party.