Toowoomba’s future looks bright, according to development experts

Experts are claiming Toowoomba is the place to live, work and invest as the region reaps the benefits of several big developments.

PROMISING FUTURE: The strength and diversity of Toowoomba’s economy has been highlighted at the TSBE State of the Region Enterprise Evening event last week, (from left) Chief Executive Officer of Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise Ali Davenport, Chief Executive Officer of Trade and Investment Queensland Paul Martyn and Toowoomba Regional Mayor Paul Antonio. Picture: TSBE

Investors and developers need not look any further than the prosperous Darling Downs region according to experts from Trade and Investment Queensland.
The strength and diversity of Toowoomba’s economy has been highlighted at the TSBE State of the Region Enterprise Evening held recently.

Trade and Investment Queensland CEO, Paul Martyn shared local examples of success and future opportunities at last week’s event, highlighting the large number of trade and development opportunities.

“This is a region that is so full of positive energy and as Queensland’s economy bounces back, as international trade and investment starts to reopen after COVID-19, I see tremendous potential for Toowoomba,” he said.

“We also think that Toowoomba has a range of incredible opportunities for investment, so we’ll be working closely with Councils, TSBE and the private sector to encourage new, International investment in this region.”

Mr Martyn also recognised the potential for regional exporters and agribusinesses to go global.

“That investment will bring jobs and hopefully encourage even more exports from Toowoomba,” he said.

Nearly 200 people attended the event at Oaks Toowoomba Hotel, with Mayor Paul Antonio addressing his hopes for the region as keynote speaker.

“I’m extremely confident that our region has the resolve and the broad economic base which will drive our future growth.”

“I’m determined to see our region benefit from a significant legacy project, such as a fast rail link to Brisbane, should the South East Queensland 2032 Olympic bid be successful,“ Mayor Antonio said.

The event also provided businesses with the opportunity to network, with TSBE’s next Enterprise Evening to be held at Parliament House in Brisbane on May 13.

Tickets are now available online here.