Central Highlands, Queensland

DRIVING GROWTH AND EMPOWERING BUSINESS

Annual tourism forum

TOURISM26

Got a tourism business or tourism biz idea?

TOURISM26 is an afternoon industry event bringing together tourism operators, businesses and stakeholders from across the Central Highlands to connect, learn and share insights on the future of the region’s visitor economy.

As a special offer, if you know someone interested in tourism, bring them at no extra charge.

Projects, tools and events

Our region's key industries

Agribusiness
Resources
Business
Visitor Economy

About Us

Central Highlands Development Corporation (CHDC) is the lead economic and tourism development agency for the Central Highlands in Queensland, Australia.

We’re a not-for-profit organisation that advocates for a sustainable region and economic growth by:

  • Enhancing our workforce
  • Promoting our region
  • Supporting our businesses

Spanning almost 60,000km2, the Central Highlands is situated at the heart of Australia’s thriving resource and agricultural sectors.

Upcoming Events

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TOURISM26

CHDC's annual tourism forum

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2027 CENTRAL HIGHLANDS BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

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10

TENDER WRITING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS – WEBINAR

A Lunch and Learn, presented by Regional Business HQ.

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VISA AND MIGRATION UPDATE FOR HEALTH SECTOR – WEBINAR

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CHRRUP REGIONAL FUTURES FORUM – EMERALD

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LETS TALK CHILDCARE – EMERALD

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Year in review

ANNUAL REPORT

CHDC is proud to present its Annual Report for 2025-26.

With your support, our team worked to make meaningful progress in CHDC’s quest to shape a stronger future for the Central Highlands.

Highlights include the 2025 Central Highlands Business Excellence Awards and a revitalised Sapphire Gemfields Geo-Interpretive Trail.

OUR REGION IN NUMBERS

29,481
Population
$11.64B
GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT
3,580
BUSINESSES
$555,000
MEDIAN HOUSE PRICE – EMERALD

Collaboration is what makes CHDC’s projects and events possible. We thank our Partners for their generous support!