About Us

CHDC actively partners with industry, business, government and community to drive growth, enable innovation, build capability and deliver economic outcomes.

CHDC is a not-for-profit organisation and the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands region of Queensland, Australia. Our region includes the communities of Arcadia Valley, Bauhinia, Blackwater, Bluff, Capella, Comet, Dingo, Duaringa, Emerald, Rolleston, Sapphire Gemfields, Springsure and Tieri.

For more than 24 years, CHDC’s rich understanding of the local industry has allowed us to deliver economic insights and strategic action plans for the region. In turn, this has contributed to building strong, capable businesses and industries that are supply-chain ready and optimised for expansion. Central Highlands

Vision

Driving economic opportunities to support the Central Highlands as a dynamic inland region of choice

Purpose

We advocate for a sustainable region and economic growth by enhancing our workforce, promoting our region and supporting our businesses

Values

Our values are linked to the way we conduct business. We strive for: Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation, Credibility and Respect