Townsville, a thriving city in Queensland, has the lowest unemployment rate in the state, demonstrating its tropical attractiveness and economic success.
OASIS OF OPPORTUNITY AND GROWTH
Townsville has outperformed other major cities in Queensland in terms of job generation. With 6,700 new jobs added in the last year, the city now has an incredibly low unemployment rate of 2.7 percent.
DEFENSE HUB, HIGH-TECH JOB GENERATOR AND EVENTS CAPITAL OF THE NORTH
Townsville’s purposeful efforts to become Australia’s defence centre, as well as innovative projects like the Lansdown Eco-Industrial Precinct and NQ Spark, have attracted investors and created high-tech job opportunities. The city has also established itself as the events capital of northern Australia, hosting major sporting and entertainment events.
ECONOMIC POWERHOUSE
Mayor Jenny Hill proudly emphasises Townsville’s strong job creation capabilities, positioning the city as an economic growth leader. According to the Regional Institute of Australia’s research, there has been a 520 percent increase in Australians coming to Townsville, further cementing its status as an economic powerhouse.
NAVIGATING HOUSING CHALLENGES WITH OPTIMISM AND INNOVATION
The city’s prosperity, however, has put a strain on the housing market, causing the City Council to pursue steps to provide more affordable homes. Despite its challenges, Townsville is optimistic about its future and serves as a model for other communities.
