Queensland’s sunny subtropical and tropical climate and natural attractions draw several million domestic and overseas visitors annually, generating wealth and employment in the tourism, entertainment, hospitality and retail industries and generating demand for new infrastructure to fully capitalise on the tourism influx.

The Department of Infrastructure and Planning is providing leadership in the planning and delivery of infrastructure that will encourage growth in the arts, tourism and recreation sectors. 

The Queensland Gallery of Modern Art has positioned itself as one of the leading contemporary art galleries in the southern hemisphere, while Suncorp and Gold Coast stadiums rank among the finest sporting venues in Australia.  The Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and the Gold Coast Convention Centre rank among the leading convention facilities in Australia.

Tourism and recreation projects range from cruise ship terminals to environmentally friendly resorts and airport terminals.   

Further information

For further information see tourism, arts and recreation projects.