THE latest data shows Redlands Coast’s Gross Regional Product reached $8 billion in 2024, a 2.2 per cent increase on the previous year.
The city’s population grew to 170,225, up by more than 3400 residents, while employment rose 2.8 per cent to 89,006.
Local jobs increased 3.7 per cent to 55,454, and building approvals hit $783 million for the 2024/25 financial year.
Tourism added $232.9 million – or 4 per cent – to total value add, and 353,000 customer transactions were recorded at local businesses in August 2025, with 64 per cent coming from visitors outside the Redlands Coast.
Redland City Council says the results reflect the region’s strong and growing economy – and form part of a broader push to make data more accessible to the community.
Mayor Jos Mitchell said Council had committed to expanding its economic insights and data resources and sharing them with the public via a dedicated corporate webpage.
“Council has launched a quarterly Economic Snapshot of Redlands Coast by seeking the latest and most detailed industry data,” the Mayor said.
“Council uses the snapshot and other economic development tools to track the local economy.
“By doing this, Council can lead smarter by targeting industries and opportunities that connect well to Redlands Coast.
“Also, by sharing this data publicly with the business community – here and abroad – Council can help improve investment and economic development for the city.”
The Mayor said the initiative was part of Council’s ongoing work to strengthen connections with the business community, ahead of plans to launch an economic development strategy and investment website in 2026.
Council’s Economic Development Portfolio Representative Cr Peter Mitchell said the new City Profile and Data Hub offered a clear window into the city’s growth.
“The report and the site allow you to explore detailed insights into our city’s demographics, key industries, employment trends, and economic performance, informed by the latest census and research data,” he said.
“Every Redlands Coast resident benefits from economic growth – through jobs, services, and improved quality of life.
“Strong business often supports strong community through such efforts as charitable fundraising and sponsorships.”
Redlands Coast Chamber of Commerce President Suzie Tafolo welcomed the release of the data.
She also highlighted the confidence in the local economy.
“The rise in building approvals, tourism spending and local transactions shows real confidence in the Redlands Coast economy,” she said.
“We need to keep building on this momentum, so people spend more time here and put their money back into the community.
“There’s genuine opportunity in front of us; we just need to show that Redlands Coast is open for business.”
She also pointed to key sectors showing potential for continued expansion.
“Construction, tourism, health care and professional services are all showing strong growth potential,” she said. “The Chamber is helping local businesses build capability and connect with the right partners to make the most of these opportunities, but better infrastructure and a focus on sustainability are essential to support and sustain that growth.”
The full Economic Snapshot is now available online at redland.qld.gov.au – just search “data hub”.
