Growing from an economy built on construction and tourism, the Gold Coast is diversifying into knowledge based industries of health, education, ICT and advanced manufacturing. As our industry grows, Gold Coast businesses are becoming enterprising and inspiring. A growing number of Gold Coast businesses are successfully exporting innovative product and service solutions internationally, building our reputation as an emerging world-class city.
Education
Home to more than 200 education and training providers, including three world-class universities – Bond University, Griffith University and Southern Cross University, a large institute of technology provider, TAFE Queensland - Gold Coast Region, and a large number of private training organisations...
Health and innovation
The Gold Coast has an ambitious strategy that encourages innovation and sustainable growth. It is a city that has grown into a diverse, knowledge-based economic environment with a key focus on fostering and developing its health industry.
Sport
Its enviable natural environment, rising global sports industry rankings and proven strength in hosting large-scale athletic events has seen the Gold Coast establish itself as a globally recognised sporting destination.
Food and beverage
The Gold Coast’s thriving food and beverage industry is recognised for its innovation and development across functional foods, fresh produce, processing and manufacturing. The industry continues to grow steadily with an increase in the economic impact of the industry to the local economy.
Technology
The Gold Coast's varied technology industry is successful in attracting large corporates as well as nurturing small, innovative companies to export their products and services world-wide.
Tourism
At the heart of the Gold Coast is a thriving tourism industry. People travel from every corner of the world to admire the city's spectacular natural assets, explore the laid-back culture of the city and indulge in an array of entertainment and amusement offerings.
Marine
The Gold Coast marine industry is well developed, specialising in the manufacture of marine craft for the Australian and international markets. The city is the headquarters for internationally recognised marine brands from manufacturers of luxury superyachts to smaller recreational aluminium boats.