A rich economic eco-system.
As one of the world’s richest economic eco-systems, you’ll find a unique combination of climate, land, people, power, water, infrastructure, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Greater Whitsunday to resource almost any ambitious organisation or industry.
From traditional wealth powerhouses such as mining, agriculture, and tourism; to exciting emerging industries including aerospace, aquaculture and biomanufacturing, Greater Whitsunday welcomes investment in vital infrastructure and job-creating, future focused projects.
We’re home to Australia’s largest metallurgical coal reserves, which is supported by global leaders in extraction and processing technology, ideally positioning our region to support the burgeoning critical minerals sector.
Accelerators
Bright minds and a proud track record.
Our highly skilled workforce has a proud track record for hard work and innovation and is supported by world class educational initiatives.
Access to good hands and bright minds, combined with our location close to the equator, is now attracting investment from a growing number of technology and aerospace companies.
Emerging technologies and industries.
Global decarbonisation is reshaping industry, economies, and innovation in Greater Whitsunday as we seize the opportunities that net-zero mandates present.
Embracing these new technologies and emerging industries positions Greater Whitsunday to provide solutions to some of the world’s most complex social and environmental challenges.
Green energy and renewable resources.
Green energy will become a cornerstone of our economic landscape as the region becomes home to an array of green and renewable energy projects.
From solar, bagasse and waste coal mine gas, these types of energy have an overall capacity of close to 800 megawatts (MW). Many of these projects are leading the way in renewable energy and establishing the Greater Whitsunday region as a place of high quality, energy resources working together in emerging and established industries.
Endless sunny days and abundance.
Endless sunny days in a tropical climate serve abundant agriculture, aquaculture, and biomanufacturing production as well as a vibrant tourism industry highlighted by the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsunday Islands and the majesty of tropical rainforests make the possibilities endless in Greater Whitsunday.
Latest News
A New Chapter: GW3 Farewells CEO Kylie Porter
Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) today announced that Chief Executive Officer Kylie Porter will conclude her tenure with the organisation at the end of July 2026.
GW3 invites Business and Community to hear directly from Deputy Premier on QLD Budget
Media Release: GW3 invites Business and Community to hear directly from Deputy Premier on QLD Budget.
Whitsunday SMEs urged to seize ESG edge as support network expands
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the Greater Whitsunday are being invited to take part in a new ESG Masterclass and Mentoring Series
GW3 modelling highlights importance of mining to local economy
Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) has today launched Coal and the Regional Economy: Greater Whitsunday Scenario Modelling report,
QLD Government Extends Support for Greater Whitsunday Regional workforce collaboration
Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3) has welcomed the Queensland Government’s announcement
Billion-Dollar Opportunity: Greater Whitsunday to transform post-mining land use
The Greater Whitsunday Alliance (GW3), in partnership with the Resources Centre of Excellence (RCOE) and Isaac Regional Council, has today launched the Reimagine Rehab prospectus —