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REGION-BUILDING PROJECTS
CLIMATE-INDEPENDENT WATER PRODUCTION BOOST
WAMURAN IRRIGATION SCHEME
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The multi-million dollar water and sustainability project will secure water supply for the rapid growth of the Moreton Bay Region, decrease the environmental impact of effluent, and create incredible growth opportunities for food and agribusiness investors. It is expected to provide irrigation for 2,500ha with the supply of 2.9GL of reliable, climate-independent Class A recycled water every year to local farmers, enough to fill 1,160 Olympic sized swimming pools. It is set to support $100 million in gross agriculture value, boosting the production of local agriproducts, namely berries, melons and grapes, which traditionally rely on water from private dams and local creeks. It will also reduce effluent and nutrient volumes that are discharged into the South Caboolture River.
TOURISM HUB TO GENERATE THOUSANDS OF NEW JOBS
NORTH HARBOUR
North Harbour is a comprehensive community and marine development that is set to make Moreton Bay the maritime capital of Australia, while injecting more than 7,735 jobs in the next two decades. An incredible opportunity for tourism, marine and property investors, North Harbour will feature a 400-berth marina, 46ha mixed industry and business area, marina village, 4,700 residential homes and 420ha of green space. North Harbour has strongly backed Council’s initiative to build a $40 billion economy and generate 100,000 jobs in the next 20 years. It will be responsible for 9% of the region’s projected jobs growth target by 2041. A new world-class lifestyle and tourism destination, North Harbour will contribute $882 million to the Queensland economy, with 90% directly injected into the Moreton Bay Region.
To enquire visit northharbourmarina.com.au
- Bryan Finney, North Harbour Project Director PROJECTED JOB NUMBERS
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SCARBOROUGH HARBOUR MASTER PLAN
More than $400,000 of investment into developing a master plan for the already significant Scarborough Harbour will reactivate the precinct and create dramatic opportunities for eco-tourism and maritime industries. Funded by the Queensland Government, industry groups anticipate the strategic plan will investigate the potential of new hotels, ocean baths, maritime museums, community buildings, ocean and wildlife research centres, ferry terminals and boat building facilities. Combined with plans for a barge between Moreton Island and Redcliffe Peninsula, the region has the potential to become a hub for Australia’s $74 billion marine industry. Community engagement is already under way to ensure the harbour remains a vibrant precinct for business and recreation. “A master plan for the harbour could lay the foundations for a range of new and exciting opportunities to secure the economic prosperity of our community for generations to come.”
- The Honourable Yvette D’ath MP, Minister for Health and Ambulance Services, Member of Redcliffe
TAKING MARKET ACCESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL
SEQ NORTHERN FREIGHT TERMINAL
The Port of Brisbane already offers incredible market access and operational cost efficiencies, thanks to its location within a 30 minute drive from Moreton Bay. This freight terminal project will create jobs in relation to both construction and operation, as well as act as a catalyst for commercial and industrial growth. The terminal is part of the South East Queensland Regional Plan that recognises the importance of the northern rail freight corridor and includes a future intermodal facility north of Caboolture.
THE EMERGENCE OF SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND’S LANDMARK DESTINATION
THE MILL AT MORETON BAY
Exemplifying the region’s vision of a brighter future, The Mill at Moreton Bay is a landmark destination emerging just 30 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD and airport, and 35 minutes to the spectacular D’Aguilar mountain range and stunning Moreton Bay ocean shores.
Positioned on a 460ha greenfield site, Council’s The Mill at Moreton Bay priority development area will deliver 65ha of sustainable, mixed-use space for large scale developments in a medium-density urban community. The project is fuelled by a vision to deliver an inclusive and transformative community in a sustainable inner-city setting. An epitome of Moreton Bay’s enviable lifestyle, The Mill will offer residents employment opportunities and services within short commutes from home, creating more leisure opportunities to relax amongst natural surroundings. These lifestyle benefits will be complemented by a bustling hub of lakeside festivals and markets, and laneways lined with restaurants, shops and gyms. Establishing the foundations for future growth, various investments and economic drivers within The Mill have already been delivered, including the University of Sunshine Coast (USC) Moreton Bay campus, parkland, streetscape and recreational facilities, and road and rail infrastructure. The Mill at Moreton Bay is set to stimulate $813 million for the regional economy annually and generate 8,600 jobs. Exceptional investment opportunities in health, education, tourism, entertainment and sport, high-tech advanced manufacturing, smart city infrastructure, arts and culture, commerce, retail, and medium to high-density accommodation are being offered to investors, businesses and entrepreneurs.
To enquire visit millatmoretonbay.com.au
DID YOU KNOW
In only two years of operation, USC Moreton Bay has already welcomed 3,000 students to the campus - far exceeding its goal of 2,400 enrolments. By 2030, this campus will be home to 10,000 students across 100 programs.
WORLD-CLASS CAMPUS DELIVERS PRIME OPPORTUNITIES
USC MORETON BAY
USC Moreton Bay opened stage one of its campus as the anchor tenant of The Mill’s innovation hub, bringing new and exciting business, partnership, and education opportunities to the region. The award-winning, three-level foundation building has been fitted out with state-of-the-art technology to support teaching, learning and research in key growth areas such as health, engineering, robotics and the sciences. As one of Australia’s best performing universities for student experience, USC Moreton Bay has consistently enjoyed strong student enrolment numbers from across the region, tapping into the latent demand for a quality local tertiary education provider. USC Moreton Bay is growing every year by expanding its industry partnerships, research opportunities, and study programs offered within a lively, thriving campus.
AUSTRALIA’S NEXT SMART CITY
Moreton Bay will fulfil its vision of becoming a pioneer amongst Australia’s public space leaders through the integration of cutting-edge, smart city technology. Every aspect of The Mill has been thoughtfully designed to embrace change and evolve with the region’s residents. It will feature more than 120 sleekly designed service nodes, including 52 SMART.NODEsTM , 71 LITE.NODEsTM and 4 TOWER.NODEsTM, to revolutionise over-congested streetscapes and collect essential information about usage and movement. This allows Council to proactively understand how to serve its community better. This smart city initiative will be delivered by leading Australian smart city innovator ENE.HUB, who worked closely with Council to create healthier, happier city living through smart technology. The collaboration will transform the region, placing Moreton Bay Regional Council alongside national smart city leaders.
DID YOU KNOW
INDUSTRY-LEADING KOALA PROGRAM
Moreton Bay Regional Council is committed to ensuring local koala populations remain safe and healthy throughout The Mill at Moreton Bay project and into the future.
The site is already home to a significant koala population that is growing by 22% every year as a result of Australia’s leading koala program led by a world-class research team.
