Get involved – Regions

There are many ways you can help achieve our vision for Regions. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started.

Individual and families

Buy your goods and groceries from markets and businesses in your region and use the services of local providers.
Participate in consultation processes on issues that affect your region.
Welcome newcomers—value their contributions to our regional economies and communities.
Visit neighbouring regions to enjoy the attractions on offer.
Consider a tree or sea change—move to one of Queensland’s many prosperous regional towns.

Use regular ‘town hall’ meetings to explore new ideas and solve local problems collaboratively.
Join forces with neighbouring communities to explore new ideas and ways of working together.
Encourage community members to contribute their diverse skills and knowledge.
Help establish an environment of inclusiveness and community cohesiveness in your town or city.
Work with the local council and businesses to develop solutions to unmet needs—increasing the liveability of your community and stimulating the economic development of your region.

Consider opening an office in regional Queensland to capitalise on unique economic and social opportunities.
Think about support services for newcomers so they can find their feet quickly and contribute more productively in their new jobs.
Enable remote working arrangements—providing flexible employment options for all Queenslanders.
Retain local talent and encourage employees to experiment and innovate.
Provide ongoing training to enable the sustainability of a skilled regional workforce.
Create or work with a local industry ‘think tank’ to identify, coordinate and capitalise on regional strengths.
Collaborate with industry partners and government to build on your strengths, grow your networks and explore ways to compete globally.

Support the improvement of health, education and liveability with strong and diverse regional economies.
Promote regional strengths and attractions to not only encourage tourists but position regions as great places to live, work and invest.
Encourage businesses and people relocating to, and staying within, regional centres
Work to attract investment, reinvestment and employment in a range of sectors in the regions.
Encourage entrepreneurship to generate new and diverse industries.
Ensure services meet regional needs and assist businesses and residents in contributing to regional economies.
Support small business and encourage new export opportunities.