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ShapingSEQ
South East Queensland Regional Plan 2017
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GROW
PROSPER
CONNECT
SUSTAIN
LIVE

Cleveland Point
Lighthouse, Redlands

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FOREWORD
ShapingSEQ: Making the most of our future

It is not difficult to see why the population of South East Through ShapingSEQ we are encouraging growth within
Queensland is expected to grow by almost 2 million the current Urban Footprint. This means housing is
people over the next 25 years. We have an enviable focused where people can take advantage of existing
lifestyle, great schools and universities, and a strong, infrastructure and ensuring easier, more affordable
diverse economy expected to create almost one million access to services. Most importantly, this kind of
jobs over the next 25 years. Our future is bright. development means people can live closer to their jobs,
decreasing commutes and encouraging a healthier,
But to realise this future, we cannot just rely on luck.
happier population.
We need a clear vision to guide this growth that brings
together all levels of government. ShapingSEQ is this The Urban Footprint identified in the plan will help us
vision. It is the foundation upon which we will build reduce our impact upon the environment, reducing
the future we want for the South East. It guides our urban sprawl and our carbon footprint. Additionally,
State Infrastructure Plan, it will guide council planning there is a strong focus on transport-oriented
schemes, and it will also form the basis of negotiations development, concentrating diverse housing supply
for a future SEQ City Deal. closer to public transport to cut down congestion and
carbon emissions.
ShapingSEQ sets a framework for our growth, so that
we can maintain everything that makes living in South As part of ShapingSEQ, we have set up a program of
East Queensland great, while taking advantage of the actions so we can deliver on the vision of the regional
opportunities of the fastest growing economic region in plan. These actions include infrastructure planning
the world the Asian-Pacific region. At the same time, and delivery, koala conservation and biodiversity
it will help manage the potential impacts of population assessments, design guidelines, a focus on climate
growth to deliver housing supply and affordable living change adaptation, monitoring land supply and
options, and support the planning and delivery of unlocking undeveloped land within the Urban Footprint.
critical infrastructure, while protecting our natural Ongoing measuring and monitoring will mean that
environment and our lifestyle. we can track our progress against the plan set out in
ShapingSEQ.
This is a plan for our community, by the community.
Through the ShapingSEQ process more than 3,300 ShapingSEQ shows what we can achieve when the
submissions were received from the community state and local governments work closely together
alongside extensive engagement with local councils and are guided by the community. We want South East
and key stakeholders from the environment, community Queensland to continue to be a great place for people
and development sectors. The level of cooperation and to live, work and raise their families and thats what this
collaboration is unprecedented and sets the tone for plan is all about.
the future.
Consequently, I want to acknowledge the contribution
that all stakeholders, particularly local councils, have
made to ShapingSEQ and to the future of our region.
Consultation and engagement has been the priority
because we all have a stake in how we grow and thrive
as a region. THE HONOURABLE
The feedback has guided great environmental and JACKIE TRAD MP
Deputy Premier,
community outcomes. We have protected inter-urban
Minister for Transport and
breaks between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, and Minister for Infrastructure
Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast and identified and Planning
biodiversity corridors, along with scenic landscape
values and a regional greenspace network.

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Ocean Street,
Maroochydore

A plan prepared in partnership

with thanks to members of the South East Queensland Regional Planning Committee
THE HONOURABLE JACKIE TRAD MP CR PAUL ANTONIO
Deputy Premier, Minister for Transport and Minister Mayor, Toowoomba Regional Council
for Infrastructure and Planning (Chair)
CR GREG CHRISTENSEN
Mayor, Scenic Rim Regional Council
THE HONOURABLE MICHAEL DE BRENNI MP
Minister for Housing and Public Works and Minister CR MARK JAMIESON
for Sport Mayor, Sunshine Coast Council

CR GRAEME LEHMANN
THE HONOURABLE KATE JONES MP Mayor, Somerset Regional Council
Minister for Education and Minister for Tourism,
Major Events and the Commonwealth Games CR TANYA MILLIGAN
Mayor, Lockyer Valley Regional Council
THE HONOURABLE DR ANTHONY LYNHAM MP CR GRAHAM QUIRK
Minister for State Development and Minister for The Right Honourable, the Lord Mayor of Brisbane
Natural Resources and Mines
CR LUKE SMITH
Mayor, Logan City Council
THE HONOURABLE DR STEVEN MILES MP
Minister for Environment and Heritage Protection and CR ALLAN SUTHERLAND
Minister for National Parks and the Great Barrier Reef and Mayor, Moreton Bay Regional Council
Acting Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports
CR TOM TATE
Mayor, City of Gold Coast

CR PAUL TULLY
Acting Mayor, Ipswich City Council

CR TONY WELLINGTON
Mayor, Noosa Shire Council

CR KAREN WILLIAMS
Mayor, Redland City Council

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Contents

The land of our first people 8

The plan for SEQ y

The need for ShapingSEQ 10
y
SEQ and global megatrends 10
y
ShapingSEQs approach 11
y
Whats new in ShapingSEQ? 12
y
How ShapingSEQ will succeed 13
y
A plan for the community prepared 14
with the community
y
Effect 15

CHAPTER 1
SEQ today y
Our region 18
The region, its strengths and relationships y
A history of growth and change 20
y
SEQ today: positioned for ongoing 21
success
y
Regional relationships 23

CHAPTER 2
Our future SEQ y
Leading the way 26
A 50-year vision and the key themes underpinning it y
Our 50-year vision 26
y
The five themes of the vision 27

CHAPTER 3
The next 25 years y
Making our vision a reality 34
The planning framework for the next 25 years comprising three parts: y
Accommodating 5.3 million people 34

Part A: Goals, elements and strategies y

Grow 38
The specific outcomes desired for the region and the strategies to y
Prosper 50
achieve them y
Connect 66
y
Sustain 80
y
Live 92
Part B: The regional growth pattern y
Regional Landscape and Rural 100
The desired regional settlement pattern Production Area
y
Urban Footprint 101
y
Rural Living Area 102
Part C: Sub-regional directions y
Metro sub-region 107
The spatial expression of the strategies at a y
Northern sub-region 119
sub-regional level, including key directions y
Western sub-region 127
y
Southern sub-region 137

CHAPTER 4
Delivery y
Governance 148
The governance arrangements, actions, tools and timeframes for y
ShapingSEQs relationship with other 151
delivering the plan plans and programs
y
Development areas 155
y
Potential Future Growth Areas 155
y
Review of ShapingSEQ 155
y
Implementation program 156

CHAPTER 5
Measuring our success y
Measures that matter 166
Monitoring and measuring the plans performance and activity in SEQ y
SEQ Growth Monitoring Program 172

CHAPTER 6
Resource activity y
Areas of regional interest 178
How the Regional Planning Interests Act 2014 is reflected in the plan y
Priority Agricultural Areas 178
y
Priority Living Area 179

Glossary, acknowledgements and bibliography 181

Appendix A 187

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MAPS FIGURES
Map 1: SEQs Traditional Owner groups 9 Figure 1: Strategy to guide the delivery of outcomes 15
Map 2: Grow 41 Figure 2: The local government areas of SEQ 19
Map 3: Prosper Economic areas 55 Figure 3: Inter-regional relationships 23
Map 3a: Prosper Economic areas 56 Figure 4: The five themes of the 50-year vision 27
Map 3b: Prosper Economic areas 57 Figure 5: SEQs current and projected population 34
Map 4: Connect Strategic public transport 70 Figure 6: SEQ at 2041 catering for a population 35
system 2041 of 5.3 million
Map 4a: Connect Strategic public transport 71 Figure 7: Dwelling supply benchmarks 2041 42
system 2041 Figure 8: The missing middle 44
Map 4b: Connect Strategic road and freight 72 Figure 9: Subtropical missing middle housing 45
system 2041
Figure 10: Ensuring adequate land supply 46
Map 5a: Sustain Indigenous landscape values 85
Figure 11: Land supply framework for resolving shortfall 47
Map 5b: Sustain Regional biodiversity network 86 in supply
Map 5c: Sustain Regional landscape values 87 Figure 12: Additional Urban Footprint that may be 48
Map 5d: Sustain Natural economic resource areas 88 required to accommodate roughly seven million people
Map 6: Live Some great places 97 Figure 13: The indicative locations of Potential Future 49
Map 7: Regional land use categories 99 Growth Areas

Map 8: Areas of regional interest 180 Figure 14: Regional drivers of an outward-facing 50
economy
Figure 15: Key freight routes, ports and RECs 59
Figure 16: Capital City REC 60
Figure 17: ShapingSEQ and SIP relationship 76
Figure 18: ShapingSEQ and RTPs 78
Figure 19: The many roles of active transport 79
Figure 20: Affordable living factors 84
Figure 21: Existing subdivision outside the Urban 103
Footprint
Figure 22: SEQ sub-regions 105
Figure 23: The Metro sub-region 109
Figure 24: The Northern sub-region 121
Figure 25: The Western sub-region 129
Figure 26: The Southern sub-region 139
Figure 27: Governance arrangements 149
Figure 28: The Queensland planning framework 151
Figure 29: SPP and ShapingSEQ 152
Figure 30: Progression of planning and delivery 153
of infrastructure
Figure 31: City Deals strategy through to delivery 154
Figure 32: Existing urban area boundary 175
(statistical boundary)

Regional landscape,
Toowoomba

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The land of our first people
The Queensland Government, on behalf of the The GooriMurri Nation
community, acknowledges the Traditional Owners
Traditional Owner groups of SEQ collectively identify
of South East Queensland (SEQ), pays respect to
themselves as the GooriMurri Nation. This Nation
Elders past, present and emerging, and recognises
comprises several autonomous communities (nations)
that the land, water and seascapes of the SEQ region
that have shared and distinct languages, cultural
form traditional landscapes that were spiritually
practices, Songlines and Dreamings.
and sustainably managed for thousands of years by
Traditional Owners to provide the resources required Since time immemorial, Traditional Owners have cared
for life. for Country, and Country has cared for them.
Although these landscapes have changed and are The SEQ of today is a changed place, where traditional
now shared, Traditional Owners have an ongoing and Country is shared.
unique connection to their ancestral lands and have
However, Traditional Owners have an ongoing and
responsibilities to their respective Country under
unique connection to their ancestral lands and have
their traditional law and customs. The government
responsibilities to the land and sea under their
recognises Traditional Owners who have been granted
traditional law and customs.
Native Title over land and sea Country and their active
role in the ongoing management of cultural resources Country continues to have a role in the spiritual, social
for the important role they play in the social, spiritual and economic future of Traditional Owners.
and economic future of these communities. ShapingSEQ acknowledges this spiritual and physical
connection with Country and will engage Traditional
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Owners in maintaining and enhancing the health of
in South East Queensland GooriMurri Nation and the wellbeing of Traditional
About 40 per cent of Queenslands Aboriginal and Owners.
Torres Strait Islander population live in SEQ. This figure Cultural landscapes overlap with many other values
includes those who identify as descendants of the in the region and are recognised for a variety of
regions original inhabitants (Traditional Owners) reasons. For example, the Glass House Mountains
and those who have moved to the region (historical are an iconic set of physical elements in SEQ and are
and contemporary residents). on the National Heritage Register and also hold great
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have meaning for Traditional Owners as part of Creation or
contributed significant amounts of time and effort into Dreamtime Stories.
the preparation of regional plans in SEQ. The Planning Many roads, such as Old Gympie Road, follow ancient
Act 2016 is the first planning legislation in Australia pathways that connected the GooriMurri Nation at
to explicitly acknowledge the importance of valuing, times of celebration such as the Bunya Festival.
protecting and promoting Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander knowledge, culture and tradition. Native Title
This acknowledgement will be advanced in ShapingSEQ Native Title exists in SEQ. For the latest information
by ongoing engagement with representatives of on determinations see www.nntt.gov.au.
Traditional Owners and Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people living in SEQ. Current and future Native Title determinations provide
the opportunity for the Queensland Government to work
ShapingSEQ recognises both Traditional Owners with Traditional Owners to maintain and enhance the
and historical and contemporary residents as important health of SEQ land and sea Country.
stakeholders with differing needs and aspirations.
ShapingSEQ aims to create sustainable communities
where all members of the community have affordable
and equitable access to places of wellbeing, community
services, facilities, housing, education and employment.
The landscape of SEQ is traditional Country for several
Traditional Owner groups (Map 1).

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 The land of our first people

Map 1: SEQ's Traditional Owner groups

Map 1 SEQs
ShapingSEQ - 31Traditional
July 2017 Owner groups
Traditional Owner group
Jinibara
Gympie
Kabi Kabi
Kombumerri, Ngaraghwal, Mununjali,
Wangerriburra
Wondai Quandamooka
Noosa
Yuggera Ugarapul
Noosa

Kabi Kabi

Kingaroy

Nambour
Maroochydore

Sunshine Coast

Caloundra

Kilcoy
Somerset
Jinibara
Yarun
Caboolture

Moreton Bay

Mulgumpin

Esk Redcliffe
Crows Nest

Quandamooka
Fernvale Brisbane
Brisbane Goompi
Gatton Cleveland
Minjerribah
Redland
Toowoomba Ipswich
Toowoomba Laidley Logan Central
Urban Area Lockyer Valley
Ipswich
Springfield
Yuggera Ugarapul Beenleigh

Logan

Jimboomba
Coomera

Southport
Boonah Beaudesert Gold Coast

Scenic Rim Robina

Kombumerri, Ngaraghwal, Coolangatta

Mununjali, Wangerriburra
Warwick Tweed Heads

Kingscliff
Murwillumbah

New South Wales

Goori-Murri Nation Traditional Owners.
0 5
[ 10 20
This map acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the South East Queensland region and is provided for information purposes only. The Traditional Owner areas on this map were compiled by Queensland South Native Title
Services (QSNTS) as at July 2017. For the most up to date information refer to the National Native Title Tribunal to determine the extent and claims within Traditional Owner areas. Data Sources: Commonwealth of Australia
Native Title Tribunal, 2017. Kilometres
This map is not intended for reference to specific parcels of land and is to be treated as indicative only. The map should also be used in conjunction with the copyright information on the inside cover of the publication.

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The plan for SEQ

ShapingSEQ is the Queensland The growing spatial divide

Governments plan to guide the future In many of the worlds cities, a spatial divide is
of the South East Queensland region, emerging between inner, middle and outer areas.
Many inner and middle areas offer high-accessibility
prepared in collaboration with the and services, and tend to have communities with higher
regions 12 local governments. The plan socio-economic profiles. Meanwhile, many outer areas
have lower accessibility and services where emerging
draws inspiration from the community. communities have lower socio-economic profiles; in
effect, these outer areas experience what is called
The need for ShapingSEQ spatial disadvantage.
SEQ is a globally competitive, fast-growing region Planning for the region can help address this issue by
offering great lifestyles. Approximately 75,000 new ensuring people have access to necessary services,
residents are expected to call SEQ home each year local employment opportunities, housing and transport
as the regions population grows from 3.5 million to choice, irrespective of where they live.
5.3 million over the next 25 years. Projections indicate
this will result in more than 30,000 new dwellings each New technology
year, and the creation of about one million new jobs.
Extraordinary technological change is transforming
The Queensland Government and key stakeholders how people live, work, communicate and innovate. The
have long recognised the need for coordinated rapid pace of technological advancement is likely to
planning across the region to manage this growth intensify, including changes such as the internet of
sustainably, and ensure our prosperity and liveability. things, autonomous and electric vehicles, affordable
This is reflected in the Regional Frameworks for Growth renewable energy and complete digital connectivity.
Management developed in the 1990s, and in the
statutory regional plans released in 2005 and 2009. By supporting and investing in the digital economy,
SEQ will be well-positioned to take advantage of these
Since 2009, a number of megatrends have emerged changes. To do this, we must carefully consider the
in a rapidly changing world megatrends that will implications of such changes and adopt new ways
influence how we live, work and connect. ShapingSEQ of thinking about how we work, move and live.
responds to these trends and the dynamic nature
of our changing region. The plan also builds on the
foundations of previous regional plans to position
Health, ageing and changing preferences
SEQ for ongoing sustainable growth, global Ageing populations have implications for the size
competitiveness and high-quality living. of the workforce, economic growth, government
revenue and services such as healthcare. Household
SEQ and global megatrends sizes and structures are also changing, as are housing
preferences for older and younger generations.
Key megatrends for SEQ are explained below. Planning for the region can accommodate these
Increased urbanisation changes by enabling new models of living, services
and lifestyle, including inter-generational living
The worlds population is becoming more urbanised, and the ability to age in place.
creating greater demand for diversity in housing,
infrastructure and services. A high proportion of Pressure on biodiversity
SEQs population already lives in cities although
predominantly in suburban locations. As the region Around the world, valuable ecosystems are under
experiences further significant growth, innovative pressure from urban expansion, agricultural clearing
planning and design can help deliver attractive, and the effects of climate change. As well as its
compatible and sustainable urban places. intrinsic ecological values, our environment contributes
economically and provides community benefits (such
Resource dependency as clean air and water, and scenic amenity) and health
benefits (such as access to nature, rural lifestyle, and
As worldwide demand for natural resources increases, outdoor sport and recreation). Our planning can
pressure on our diminishing reserves will also continue protect these values and ecosystems.
to increase. This applies to water, agricultural land,
forestry, minerals and fisheries. Long-term planning
for our region can provide food security and ensure our
finite resources are managed sustainably for current
and future generations.

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Climate change and disaster resilience

ShapingSEQs approach
Queensland has long experienced the impacts of
extreme weather including tropical cyclones, floods, ShapingSEQ responds to the regions projected
heatwaves and bushfires. Climate change is expected growth, and the opportunities and challenges
to amplify the frequency and severity of these events. associated with global megatrends.
Scientists warn that Queensland will increasingly be It sets the direction for sustainability, global
affected by changes in temperature, rainfall, sea-level competitiveness and high-quality living by:

1
and extreme weather events. These changes will impact
our communities, natural systems and key sectors of identifying a long-term sustainable pattern
the economy. Through effective and timely planning, of development which focuses more growth
we can limit the adverse impacts and better manage in existing urban areas
our climate risks.
2 harnessing our regional economic strengths
and clusters to compete globally
Global connectedness
The world is becoming more interconnected and
3 ensuring land use and infrastructure
planning is integrated
the global economic focus is shifting towards Asia.
Geographically, we are well-positioned to take
4 valuing and protecting our natural
environment, productive land, resources,
advantage of associated opportunities that will arise. landscapes and cultural heritage
Planning for SEQ can play a fundamental role in
unlocking the regions potential and creating new, 5 promoting more choice of housing
and lifestyle options

6
globally competitive and value-adding industries
locating people and jobs closer together,
and business.
and moving people and goods more efficiently
and reliably
Recognising Indigenous rights
and interests
7 promoting vibrant, fair, healthy and affordable
living and housing to meet all of the
communitys needs

8
In addition to these global megatrends, another valuing design and embracing our climate
important driver of change relates to Indigenous to create high-quality living environments

9
peoples seeking better recognition and involvement
in planning. Land use planning in SEQ can play an maximising the use of existing infrastructure
important role in integrating Indigenous rights, and planning for smarter solutions for new
interests and aspirations by providing opportunities infrastructure
for Traditional Owners to be recognised and
meaningfully involved.
10 supporting strong rural communities
and economic diversification.

ShapingSEQ is all about setting up our

future with the right ingredients for Vision
success:
Delivers

Informs

y It defines a long-term vision for

Strategy
our region.
Delivers

Informs

y It provides strategies to pursue

the vision. Action
y It sets out actions to deliver the
Delivers

Informs

strategies.
y It commits governments and key Governance
stakeholders to see it through.

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The plan for SEQ

Whats new in ShapingSEQ?

ShapingSEQ respects its lineage to previous regional plans and is also a catalyst for change in planning
for the region.
It aims to promote ongoing conversation around better and smarter region-building with 20 new initiatives:

1 A 50-year vision that responds to global

megatrends, supported by how we will move 11 Thinking ahead about digital infrastructure
and new technology.

12 Ensuring
towards this vision over the next 25 years.
mutually supportive roles for both

2 Focusing 60 per cent of new housing

development in the existing urban area.
urban and rural areas, so they work together to
allow our region to reach its full potential.

3 Supporting better and more diverse housing,

with a particular emphasis on promoting 13 Mapping and protecting inter-urban breaks
to support a range of values and so our major
missing middle forms of housing. urban areas retain their identities.

4 'Right sizing' our Urban Footprint so land supply

constraints do not place unnecessary upward 14 Reinforcing the importance of fairness so we
all have choices in our housing, transport and
pressure on housing prices. employment.

5 Identifying Regional Economic Clusters (RECs)

to support a globally competitive economy and 15 Changing the focus to affordable living, rather
than just the cost of housing, to support more
establishing baselines for employment planning balanced and sustainable communities.

16 Valuing
across the region.
the role of design and place-making

6 Valuing and protecting our greatest assets our

regional landscapes and natural systems that
in creating better buildings and more memorable
and liveable places.

17 Using
sustain us including regional biodiversity
sub-regional directions in recognising
corridors.
that the economy, housing markets and transport

7 Greater acknowledgement of Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander peoples connection to the
networks operate differently in different areas
of SEQ.

18 Introducing
land and seascapes of SEQ, and a commitment
'measures that matter', to monitor
to ongoing engagement.
the plans performance over time.

8 Prioritising public and active transport to

move people around the region in a healthier, 19 Amonitor
whole new approach and energy to how we
land supply and development activity
more efficient and sustainable way.
to help implement this plan.

9 Identifying region-shaping infrastructure,

including freight, to increase accessibility 20 Avision
new focus on delivery actions to make our
a reality!
and productivity.

10 Sweating our assets by making more efficient

use of existing infrastructure.

Pineapple farm,
Moreton Bay

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Working together and thinking globally

SEQs ongoing success will be based on global
thinking, and new ways of becoming more active
and visible in the global community.
The best outcomes will be achieved if all levels of
government think and act as one to identify and
capitalise on the strengths and advantages offered
in all corners of SEQ and beyond.
By working together to grow the regional economy,
the whole region will benefit from a greater share
of prosperity.
This approach will ensure SEQs strengths and
advantages are realised more fully, and challenges Looking inward and Looking outward and
met more effectively, to improve our lifestyle, competing locally competing globally
economy and biodiversity into the future.

How ShapingSEQ will succeed

COLLABORATION COMMUNITY CONFIDENCE

COMMITMENT COORDINATION CONTINUITY

Collaboration Ongoing All of this
across all levels of community will provide
government will engagement confidence to
ensure relevant will help build government and
The commitment plans, programs Coordination of awareness and ShapingSEQ the private sector
of political, and initiatives are decision-making support for the builds on key to invest in the
industry and aligned and work will ensure timely plan and help fine policies of early future of SEQ.
community towards common and cost-effective tune its future regional planning.
leaders to deliver regional goals. solutions directions. Continuity of
the plans vision, for ongoing core directions
strategies and infrastructure and in planning will
actions will service delivery. keep the plan
underpin SEQs on track, and
success. future plans can
maintain progress
to achieving the
vision.

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The plan for SEQ

A plan for the community

prepared with the community
ShapingSEQ has benefited from significant community
engagement designed to provide for a wide range
of community input. This included workshops with
Traditional Owners, talk-to-a-planner sessions,
international thought-leader presentations,
independent surveys, stakeholder workshops,
a youth summit, and many other initiatives.
ShapingSEQ
More than 3300 individual submissions were received community
during the statutory consultation period on the draft conversations
launch, Brisbane
ShapingSEQ. All submissions were individually
reviewed and considered ahead of finalising the plan.
The ShapingSEQ 2017 Consultation Report provides
details of the engagement activities used to inform
both the draft and final plans, and the matters raised
in submissions. It also includes results from surveys
of SEQ residents, including the younger generation.

ShapingSEQ
Youth Summit,
Brisbane

The Precinct, Brisbane

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Effect
ShapingSEQ is the statutory regional plan for the ShapingSEQ advances a range of state interests defined
SEQ region. in the State Planning Policy (SPP) by providing a spatial
context, defining key outcomes, and establishing
ShapingSEQ replaces the South East Queensland
planning strategies and directions to achieve these
Regional Plan 20092031, and is the regions
outcomes in response to SEQ's unique values, drivers,
pre-eminent strategic land use plan made under the
expectations, projections and constraints.
Sustainable Planning Act 2009, and given effect by
the Planning Act 2016. The Planning Regulation 2017 contains SEQ regulatory
provisions to ensure that particular forms of development
It was given effect on and from the day the making of
in SEQ are consistent with ShapingSEQ policy.
the plan was published in the Government Gazette.
For further information about ShapingSEQ and the SEQ
ShapingSEQ is a state planning instrument providing
regulatory provisions, including how they relate to, and
a framework to manage growth, change, land use and
are supported by, other plans and programs such as the
development in SEQ.
SPP and local government planning schemes, refer to
It does this by reflecting state policy and informing a Chapter 4.
range of other more detailed local planning instruments
The department has prepared background papers for
responsible for delivering good land use outcomes
each of ShapingSEQ's five themes and may prepare
(Figure 1).
technical notes, guidelines and factsheets as required
ShapingSEQ sits within Queenslands planning to provide further detail on some aspects.
framework and informs:
The departments interactive mapping system
the making and amending of local government
y shows aspects of ShapingSEQs spatial information.
planning schemes
infrastructure planning, prioritisation and funding
y
decisions made by state and local government, and
other infrastructure agencies
other plans and programs, including non-statutory
y
processes, that may influence change and growth
management in SEQ, including natural resource
management
the assessment of certain development applications
y
made under the Planning Act 2016
the assessment of certain types of resource activities
y
or regulated activities as defined under the Regional
Planning Interests Act 2014.

Strategy
State State Planning Policy
Region ShapingSEQ
Local Planning schemes
Neighbourhood Neighbourhood plans
Site Development assessment
Delivery

Figure 1: Strategy to guide the delivery of outcomes

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Brisbane City,
Brisbane

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 CHAPTER 1
SEQ today

SEQ is home to
around 3.5 million
people and is one
of Australias most
desirable and fastest
growing regions.

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CHAPTER 1

Our region
SEQ is Australias third-largest capital city region by population and home to around 3.5 million people.
Covering 22,900 km, SEQs 12 local government areas (Figure 2) provide various lifestyle options, diverse
economies and healthy natural environments. Collectively, they form one of Australias most desirable and
fastest-growing regions.

14%

1.34M 72% 14%

number of dwellings detached housing of SEQ population aged over 65 years

67,000 1M
2.2% average annual population
growth (past 10 years) people living within 800 metres of a
average annual population
growth rate (past 10 years) high-frequency public transport station

40%
home to about 40% of 71%
Queensland's Aboriginal and

1 IN 7 Torres Strait Islander population

71%
Australians living in SEQ
of Queenslands population live in SEQ

TOP 5 INDUSTRIES
y
Health and social assistance

1.65M y
Retail trade
y
Construction 28%
number of jobs y
Manufacturing attached housing
y
Education and training

around 6000 flora species

$14B
tourism industry in SEQ per annum around 2400 native fauna species

Source: Estimates derived for ShapingSEQ from various Queensland Government and ABS sources (most recent data available as at July 2017).

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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Noosa

Sunshine Coast

Somerset

Chapter 3
Moreton Bay

Toowoomba (urban extent) Brisbane

Redland

Lockyer Valley Logan

Chapter 4

Ipswich

Scenic Rim
Chapter 5

Gold Coast

Figure 2: The local government areas of SEQ

Chapter 6

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CHAPTER 1

A history of growth and change

Over the past 70 years, SEQ has experienced significant As more people lived further from services and
growth and change. The urbanised areas of our region employment, the region became heavily reliant
in 1946 are shown below: on private vehicle travel. The infrastructure needed
to support this development became a challenge
for state and local governments.
From about 1990, more people sought urban lifestyles
as urban renewal and wider development transformed
Brisbane City and coastal locations near major centres.
Until 1990, management of development in the region
Caloundra
was largely the responsibility of local governments.
Regional planning for SEQ began in 1990 after it was
recognised that a coordinated, regional approach was
necessary; this regional approach became statutory
in 2004.

Brisbane
The focus of regional planning in SEQ has been on
changing the balance between outward expansion
Toowoomba Ipswich
and urban consolidation to support more efficient use
of existing infrastructure, better access to employment,
services and a wider range of lifestyles, and
reducing impacts on natural systems and assets.

Coolangatta
The urbanised areas of the region today are
shown below.

In 1965, SEQs population was approaching one million.

As suburban and coastal living became more popular,
low density development expanded into farming land
and natural habitat. By 1995, the urbanised areas of
SEQ looked like this:
Caloundra

Brisbane

Toowoomba Ipswich
Caloundra

Coolangatta

Brisbane

Toowoomba Ipswich

ShapingSEQ continues the regional planning approach

for better management of our region as it grows.

Coolangatta

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Chapter 1
SEQ today: positioned for ongoing Australias eastern global gateway
success SEQ contains Australias largest, northernmost
capital city port closest to major markets in Asia and
SEQ has many strengths that position it for
elsewhere, and is likely to become the largest container
ongoing success as a prosperous, liveable and

Chapter 2
port in the country. The region also has four airports,
sustainable region. It attracts people from around
one servicing each of SEQs four sub-regions, which
the world because of its climate, liveability,
each have international connections. Significant
economic opportunities, quality education,
expansion is now underway, including a second runway
natural assets and affordable living.
for Brisbane Airport.
Queenslands economic powerhouse Connecting these ports is an extensive freight network
SEQ is the states capital city region. It is a of major interstate rail and road connections. Planned
high-performing regional economy, generating almost multibillion dollar investment in upgrades and new
two-thirds of the states gross product. It supports infrastructure, such as the Melbourne to Brisbane
more than 80 per cent of the states employment in Inland Rail and Toowoomba Second Range Crossing,
professional, scientific and technical services; will reinforce SEQ as the apex of Australias strategic
financial and insurance services; and the information, freight network.
media and telecommunication sectors.
These are significant economic assets that provide
SEQ is a major exporter of services including unrivalled access to a growing global market for our
tourism, education and professional services. It goods and services, in traditionally strong areas
contains world-class knowledge and technology such as agriculture and tourism, and emerging sectors
precincts linked to high-quality research and such as knowledge and service-based activities. This

Chapter 3
development facilities, training and education presents significant opportunities for our regional
institutions, and organisations that specialise in economy.
commercialising innovation.
The regions direct access to high-speed information
It is home to many of Queenslands key health, can also be improved with the potential for an
education and research clusters, and nine international submarine cable connecting SEQ directly
world-class universities supporting more than to the world. This would provide new opportunities
100,000 international students. to compete nationally and internationally for more
high-value, technology dependent enterprises
SEQ is also one of Australias premium food bowls
including the globally competitive finance and
generating $1.16 billion annually. With fertile land,
banking sectors.
successful productive industries, and freight and air
access to domestic and global markets, SEQs rural
lands are a long-term strategic asset.
Underpinning these strengths is an appetite for
innovation shared by government, industry,
community groups, entrepreneurs and start-ups,
with a strong uptake of programs and initiatives
Chapter 4

under the Queensland Governments Advance

Queensland strategy.

SEQ has strong relationships with

surrounding regions and through
its export orientation, liveability,
Chapter 5

biodiversity corridors and transport

networks the rest of Australia and
the world.
Chapter 6

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CHAPTER 1

Unique natural systems A connected region with capacity to grow

SEQ is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. SEQ has an extensive heavy rail network and
world-class busways. While substantial investment
Access to such a varied natural environment in
in upgraded and new infrastructure will be needed
close proximity to major urban areas is highly valued
to service the regions growth, the established
by SEQ residents, and is a key attractor for domestic
mass transit and freight network already connecting
and international tourism.
SEQs large urban areas provides an opportunity for
The regions significant features include the Gondwana consolidating urban growth in a way that supports
Rainforests of the Australia World Heritage Area, the economic productivity.
Glass House Mountains National Park (listed as a
Embracing smarter solutions, new technology and
National Heritage Area), world-class beaches and the
new ways of using spare capacity within infrastructure
Moreton Bay Marine Park, which includes a Ramsar
networks will be key to successfully addressing future
wetland site of international significance.
infrastructure and land supply challenges.
SEQs natural environment sustains a diverse
ecosystem, holds cultural value and performs a Vibrant communities
variety of functions unable to be replicated by humans.
SEQ has strong communities varying in identity,
It provides habitat for fauna, and clean air and drinking
socio-economic composition and demographics,
water, as well as other social and economic benefits.
which have proved to be increasingly resilient to
The regions natural systems provide the foundation for
change and challenge.
SEQs future sustainability, prosperity and liveability.
Cohesive communities are the lifeblood of a region.
A great climate In SEQ, their diversity and character is a strength that
has and undoubtedly will continue to underpin the
SEQs largely sub-tropical climate provides lifestyle
sustainability and ultimate success of the region.
and economic advantages by allowing residents
and visitors to enjoy year-round outdoor living. The
temperate climate of the western ranges offers a
lifestyle with four distinct seasons.

Natural landscape,
Somerset

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Chapter 1
Regional relationships Gympie
SEQ has close relationships across regional WIDE BAY
Noosa
BURNETT
boundaries with the surrounding areas of the
Maroochydore
Darling Downs, Wide Bay Burnett, the Tweed Coast

Chapter 2
and northern New South Wales (Figure 3).
Darling Downs Caboolture
These areas have unique social and economic Dalby
linkages, and can leverage opportunities provided by Brisbane
Toowoomba
SEQs continued population growth and diversified
employment market. Ipswich

Maintaining and enhancing extensive infrastructure DARLING

Southport

networks that connect these regions will support DOWNS

Warwick Tweed Heads
mutual social and economic benefits by providing
access to employment and recreation. They will also
Stanthorpe Byron Bay
enable the efficient movement of commodities,
NEW SOUTH
services and skills. WALES

Figure 3: Inter-regional relationships

DARLING DOWNS

Chapter 3
y
High-quality agricultural production with access to growing global food markets.
y
Diverse and abundant natural resources including renewable energy, coal, natural gas, petroleum
for international and domestic consumption, and power generation.
y
Strategic highways and railway lines connecting SEQ to Southern Downs and western Queensland,
and connecting Darling Downs and the Surat Basin to the nation and the world through the Australia
TradeCoast.
y
The Great Dividing Range forming the top of the watershed for river systems that feed the Ramsar listed
Moreton Bay and the Condamine catchment at the headwaters of the Murray-Darling Basin.

WIDE BAY BURNETT

y
Productive rural landscapes and natural resources framing coastal communities.
y
A central location to the Port of Gladstone, Australia TradeCoast and Surat Basin.
y
Attractive tourism opportunities and a source of labour for growth in resource development
in the Surat Basin and Central Queensland.
Chapter 4

y
The Great Sandy Region containing the Ramsar listed Great Sandy Strait Wetland of international
significance as a part of the Cooloola Coast north of Noosa. The Mary Valley catchment that flows into
the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef.

NORTHERN NEW SOUTH WALES

y
Coastal and inland interstate connections facilitating a strong tourism network between the
Chapter 5

south-eastern coast of Queensland and northern New South Wales.

y
Local agricultural production with access to SEQ markets.
y
Hinterland and coastal lifestyle opportunities with access to SEQ markets and world-class
environmental reserves.
y
The Border Ranges Biodiversity Hotspot (as part of the Gondwana Rainforests of the Australia World
Heritage Area) supporting plant and animal species found nowhere else in the world and the important
tourism industry that benefits from this regionally-significant open space and scenic amenity.
Chapter 6

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 Queensland University
of Technology, Brisbane

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 CHAPTER 2
Our future SEQ

SEQ will be a world

leading model of
subtropical living.

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 Our future SEQ
CHAPTER 2

Successful regional plans have a

Our 50-year vision
long-term vision that responds to
In 50 years, SEQ will be recognised globally
megatrends and new information while as a unique subtropical region where people love
reflecting community values. to live, learn, work, invest and visit.
ShapingSEQs 50-year vision has been prepared jointly Residents of SEQ, including our children and
by the state and local governments, and informed by grandchildren, will enjoy a wide range of choices
wide-ranging consultation. in their lifestyles, housing and jobs, and how
they get around. This will make SEQ a leading
It sets out our aspirations for SEQ in 2067 and informs
model of subtropical, climate resilient living
what actions we need to take today to make our vision
where choice allows everyone to lead productive
a reality.
and fulfilling lives.
Constant growth supports SEQs prosperity but also
Our global reputation will be built on our
raises many challenges in the years ahead. Our 50-year
enviable climate; exceptional natural assets and
vision positions the region to meet these challenges by
biodiversity; our strong and diversified economy;
supporting positive growth, mitigating and managing
the quality of our buildings, places and events;
negative impacts, and protecting key values.
our public transport system; and the many
choices that our region offers.
Leading the way
It will be recognised for its ability to consistently
In 50 years, SEQs elected state and local government harness innovation and for its progressive society
leaders will have built on a long legacy of collaborative which celebrates Indigenous and modern culture,
planning to deliver ShapingSEQs vision. These leaders as well as social achievements.
will continue their advocacy and mission to ensure a
prosperous, sustainable and liveable region. SEQ will be Australias eastern gateway to
international markets. Globally visible and
This leadership will be focused on sustainable competitive, SEQ will grow its export share of the
growth, financial responsibility, and positive change economy to create new activity and skills. More jobs
that benefits the regional community and economy, will be located throughout the region with better
while protecting SEQs core values. and healthier options for accessing them.
The strong collaboration demonstrated in SEQ is the Lifestyle and housing choices will be available
envy of regions across Australia as it builds confidence to people of all ages and ability. Such choices will
amongst our residents and industries, and attracts capitalise on our climate and environment, and
investment and interest in our cities. shape the quality, affordability, design and renewal
Strong leadership will have paved the way for SEQ of our communities and places. A wide range of
to become the nations most successful region. This services, including health and education, will
leadership which initiated an SEQ City Deal across be readily available to all.
three levels of government has enabled consistent SEQ will be a smart region that embraces real-time
prioritisation and delivery of SEQs world-class data, new digital and other advanced technologies
infrastructure and investment in export-oriented to improve our quality of life and reduce our
economic activity. ecological footprint.
SEQ will grow sustainably, compete globally
and offer high-quality living.

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Chapter 1
The five themes of the vision
Five key themes underpin our 50-year vision: Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live. They provide further
dimension and greater clarity about what we are seeking to achieve in SEQ. These five themes are woven through
all aspects of the plan (Figure 4).

Chapter 2
Vision Goals, Sub- Delivery Monitoring
themes elements regional
and directions
strategies

Grow
Megatrends

+ A 50-year
Prosper

Community vision Connect

values,
needs and Sustain
aspirations

Live

Chapter 3
Figure 4: The five themes of the 50-year vision

Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6

Parkland at Springfield
Lakes, Ipswich

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CHAPTER 2

THEME 1 GROW
Retaining identity More complete Meeting changing
and liveability communities lifestyle needs

Sustainably accommodating a growing population

In 50 years, SEQ will have sustainably and responsibly SEQ will embrace the diverse communities that
accommodated a growing regional population which define our region. Growth will be directed to reinforcing
could more than double from 3.5 million people today. the identities that we value and which make SEQ
an attractive region to live in.
The majority of all new growth will be accommodated in
the existing urban area. The regions centres will be diverse and creative focal
points that support residential densities and a mix of
This growth will be largely in vibrant, green and highly
economic and cultural activities; this will reinforce their
accessible cities populating four large inter-connected
traditional role as focal points for community gathering,
urban areas. This urban landscape will sit within a
commerce and significant local employment.
diverse, attractive and productive rural hinterland.
Traditional character housing, and detached housing
The growth of these urban areas will be delivered
forms are still prominent in the regions older areas.
by well-designed higher densities focused in and
These suburban landscapes will have transformed more
around SEQs employment areas and along reliable
gently over time to provide a greater mix of compatible,
high-frequency public transport corridors that
well-designed urban densities.
connect them.
Newer suburbs will have been planned and designed to
SEQs centre will be a major metropolitan area centred
support enjoyable walking, biking and public transport
on Brisbane Australias Newest World City and
options; mixed and integrated land uses; housing
the adjoining Logan, Moreton Bay and Redland
diversity; a high level of connectivity; natural features
municipalities. This will be anchored by the Capital
and functions; and authentic place-making.
City Regional Economic Cluster a world-leading,
inner-city area renowned for its productivity, liveability SEQs urban form will provide for the regions evolving
and a focus of community life. needs and preferences. As its population grows and its
makeup changes, we will offer more housing, location
Major cities will be located on the Gold Coast and
and lifestyle choices for home buyers and renters,
Sunshine Coast along our great coastline, and inland,
people with special needs and older people seeking
at Ipswich. Toowoomba, a major gateway city situated
different housing in their own neighbourhoods.
on the crest of the Great Dividing Range, will connect
SEQ with the west and provide a temperate climate
alternative in the region.
Framing these cities will be our magnificent rural and
natural areas, including Noosa, Lockyer, Somerset and
Scenic Rim, which contain prosperous and attractive
towns and villages.
These areas will be vital to the success of our region,
as they contain our food bowl, major biodiversity and
conservation areas, regional landscapes, waterways
and beaches, natural resources, and tourism and
recreation opportunities.

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Chapter 1
A globally A focus on Supporting

THEME 2 PROSPER competitive

economy
export-oriented
industries
economically
productive areas

A globally competitive economic powerhouse

Chapter 2
In 50 years, SEQ will be a globally competitive The range and distribution of these employment
region an innovative, economic powerhouse and opportunities, and our urban form, will provide more
a region of opportunity for all, with close to a million choices in finding fulfilling jobs in our communities
new jobs by 2041 and many more beyond. and support the 30 minute city concept in the
Australian Governments Smart Cities Plan. This
By working together, SEQ will have a competitive
will allow us to provide more local employment
edge that ensures it is a magnet for trade, investment
opportunities and adapt to the changing nature
and sustainable growth. It will attract investment
of work as new technologies and the sharing
and high-value economic activities that flow from its
economy become widespread.
strong regional growth. This will be underpinned by
sustainable management of the regions diverse natural SEQs agricultural land some of the most fertile in
assets and resources, and a focus on high-quality the world is coveted as an important global resource
design and place-making. that contributes economically and supports SEQs
reputation as an exporter of the highest quality food
Our competitive advantages will be built on:
and agricultural produce.
major economic areas, including our capital city
y
SEQ will continually deliver new ways to promote
centre and Regional Economic Clusters that will be
its competitive advantages, positioning itself as a

Chapter 3
connected and supported so people can choose to
global destination for trade, investment and tourism
work in attractive employment precincts throughout
and creating strong ties with its interstate and
the region
international partners.
our economic advantages in key export-oriented
y
industries including knowledge, education
and creative industries; food production and
agribusiness; energy and resources; tourism;
and high-value manufacturing
our position as Australias eastern global gateway
y
to Asia and beyond, facilitated by our port, airports
and freight networks
the continuing role of SEQs centres, knowledge and
y
technology precincts, and other major industry and
enterprise areas, with collective outputs far greater
than once envisioned
our investment and reputation in health, science,
y
education and training that has created a highly
Chapter 4

skilled workforce which is a major advantage for

our economy, and attracts people who want to
learn and prosper in SEQ.
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Chapter 6

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CHAPTER 2

Best transport plan Prioritise active

THEME 3 CONNECT
Planning for
needs a great land and public
freight
use plan transport

Moving people, products and information efficiently

In 50 years, SEQ will be connected by world-class Our key freight corridors, intermodal precincts and
infrastructure that enables the efficient movement world-class air and sea ports will connect our industries
of people, products and information. SEQ will use to export opportunities, support inbound investment
its existing infrastructure networks and embrace and underpin our competitiveness and productivity.
innovative new infrastructure solutions to increase
SEQs digital infrastructure will provide the fastest
the regions productivity and efficiency, while
online connections of any Australian metropolitan
minimising its environmental footprint and
region. This will give residents and businesses
maximising community amenity.
unparalleled access to big data, technical innovation
To better move people and goods, we will take and global markets, and provide more choice in how
advantage of new technologies. Our urban form and we live, work and connect.
strategic transport system will provide connected
Our communities will have secure, high-quality food
lifestyles in more complete communities that support
and water supplies as key elements of the regions
economic growth areas and give people better choices
sustainability, and will maximise technological
for travelling to work and connecting to the world.
advances in energy production, including renewable
Our public transport system will mature to rival
production and battery storage.
those of the best modern cities in the world.
As one of the worlds leading smart regions, SEQ will
A business as usual approach to transport will not get
continue to be a pioneer in the adoption of cutting edge
us to this future. Our improved approach will prioritise
technology and infrastructure, and the mechanisms to
transport infrastructure and associated land use
fund, prioritise and strengthen these connections to
changes that will significantly increase the share of
meet the regions long-term needs.
trips made by walking, cycling and public transport.
Every trip made on public and active transport is a win
for everyone, as it shifts people towards healthier, more
efficient and sustainable choices, and leaves room on
our roads for freight, business and other trips.

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Chapter 1
Nurturing the Strong, safe

THEME 4 SUSTAIN
Affordable
natural systems and sustainable
living
that sustain us communities

Promoting ecological and social sustainability

Chapter 2
In 50 years, we will value and protect our greatest SEQ will have reduced greenhouse gas emissions and
assets our natural systems which are fundamental be more resilient to the projected effects of climate
to SEQs unique character, heritage and liveability. change. SEQ will be carbon neutral and have zero net
These systems sustain urban and rural communities, waste, and the regions food, water and energy supply
and provide agricultural, tourism and recreation systems will be flexible, reliable and secure.
opportunities.
The regions inter-urban breaks will help protect many
SEQs catchments will be the best managed in the of these values and ensure our major urban areas
world, resilient to climatic events and able to minimise retain their separate identities. Our urban form of more
economic and social costs to the community. SEQs complete, connected communities will help protect our
rivers, beaches, and waterways will continue to support most productive land, and valued natural assets and
growth and maintain the quality of life for which the landscapes, from negative impacts.
region is renowned. Moreton Bay (Quandamooka)
SEQs communities will be strong, safe, fair, healthy,
will be a healthy Ramsar wetland of international
sustainable and resilient to natural hazards. They will
significance, and the cultural, environmental, economic
offer a range of affordable living options across the
and recreational value of the bay and islands will be an
whole region so people can find the right housing
important component of SEQs way of life.
in the right places with access to employment and

Chapter 3
The biodiversity and quality of our regional landscapes, outstanding places and services.
national parks, open spaces, waterways and beaches
The cultural resources and traditional knowledge of
will continue to positively differentiate our region and
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples that exist
support sustainability and community health.
on land, and in water courses and over sea Country will
SEQs koala population, and the habitat which supports be acknowledged, valued, protected and promoted for
this iconic species, has been sustained through their ongoing role in the social and economic fabric
innovative protection of habitat and management of of the region. Traditional Owners connection to SEQ
threats across the regions landscapes. Residents and Country will be widely recognised. Traditional Owners
visitors will enjoy the sight of koalas across the region. will be fully engaged and involved in cultural resource
management decision-making processes and actions
on and about land and sea Country.

Great

THEME 5 LIVE
Good design A region of
subtropical
adds value great places
places
Chapter 4

Living in better designed communities

In 50 years, SEQ will be recognised internationally SEQ will be a great region made up of active, safe
as a highly liveable region offering a wide range of and accessible places that bring people together and
great subtropical places for people to live, work and support events and our changing economy. We will
play. Its great design will underpin the success of our protect and enhance the value of our public places. Our
cities, towns and villages right through to the quality design focus will deliver signature places that draw
Chapter 5

of our streets, buildings and public spaces. SEQs visitors and residents alike, reinforce local and regional
communities will benefit from great design across the identity and create civic pride in our cities, towns,
region that will support improved health and wellbeing villages and neighbourhoods across rural, coastal and
and increased quality of life. urban settings.
Its about inspiring the creation of places that celebrate
the varied climate, cultures and characteristics of SEQ.
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Small business owner,
North Stradbroke Island
(Minjerribah), Redlands

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The next 25 years

By 2041, SEQ is
expected to be home
to nearly 1.9 million
extra people.

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 The next 25 years
CHAPTER 3

Making our vision a reality

ShapingSEQs vision provides a 50-year outlook for
SEQ, a time when the regions population may have
grown to about seven million or more.
To achieve this vision, we need to make conscious
decisions about the future of our region rather than
maintain a business as usual approach.
The remainder of ShapingSEQ in particular, this
chapter charts a course that reflects these decisions
to help us move towards the vision and sustainably
accommodate a population of approximately 5.3 million
people, which is expected in about 25 years (Figure 5).
SEQs settlement to cater for this population is depicted
in Figure 6.
Woody Point,
Moreton Bay
Accommodating 5.3 million people
The planning framework outlined in this chapter sets
the direction for how we sustainably manage and
accommodate around an additional 1.9 million people

5,349,000
on our way to achieving our 50-year vision for SEQ.
This chapter is divided into three parts:
Part A: Goals, elements and strategies (page 36)
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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Noosa
Cooroy

Part A:
Nambour
Maroochydore
(Sunshine Coast CBD)

Palmview

Caloundra

Grow
Beerwah
East
Caloundra
South

Kilcoy

BRIBIE

ProsperChapter 3Connect
ISLAND

Caboolture MORETON
Caboolture ISLAND
West
(MULGUMPIN)

Esk
MORETON BAY
(QUANDAMOOKA)

Chermside

Sustain
Capital city centre NORTH
STRADBROKE
ISLAND
Cleveland (MINJERRIBAH)

Toowoomba Gatton Walloon/

Rosewood

Live
Ipswich

Ripley Springfield
Park Ridge Beenleigh SOUTHERN
MORETON BAY
ISLANDS
Flagstone/ SOUTH
Flinders Yarrabilba STRADBROKE
Coomera ISLAND
Chapter 4

Legend
Capital city centre
Principal regional activity centre
Principal rural activity centre Southport
Biodiversity corridor Bromelton (Gold Coast CBD)
Beaudesert
Major road connection Boonah
Rail line
Light rail line
Robina
High-frequency public transport connections
Airport
Port Coolangatta
Economic relationship
Chapter 5

Regional biodiversity network

Agricultural resource area
Regional Economic Cluster
Bromelton State Development Area
Urban corridor
Major expansion area
Urban Footprint
Rural Living Area
Inter-urban break

This figure represents some of the outcomes of the sub-regional directions at a conceptual level at 2041. This figure does not apply in development assessment. It is intended that local government planning
schemes will provide more refined planning for the matters shown on this figure, and any dierences arising from that refined planning will not result in the planning scheme being inconsistent with this figure.
Chapter 6

Figure 6: SEQ at 2041 catering for a population of 5.3 million

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CHAPTER 3
North Stradbroke Island
(Minjerribah), Redlands

PART A:
Goals, elements and strategies
The goals, elements and strategies are the central part
of ShapingSEQs policy framework that focuses on the
next 25 years. Achieving these goals will help us shape
the region to deliver the 50-year vision for SEQ.
There are five goals, which align with the five themes
discussed in Chapter 2: Grow, Prosper, Connect,
Sustain and Live.
The five goals are the strategic outcomes sought
to pursue the 50-year vision for SEQ.
Each goal is supported by several elements which
provide more specific outcomes to achieve the goal.
The strategies define actions to achieve these
elements.
Where appropriate, these have been expressed
spatially on a sub-regional basis in Part C of this
chapter to provide further clarity and direction.
The goals, elements, strategies, and sub-regional
directions, will be implemented through local
government planning schemes, and where appropriate,
in other plans and programs.
See Chapter 4: Delivery, for further detail on
how these will be implemented, including the extent
to which they interact with local plan-making and
development assessment.

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Chapter 1
Goal 1: Grow 1 Efficient land use
2 Focusing residential density
Sustainably accommodating
a growing population 3 New communities

Chapter 2
4 Housing diversity
5 Growing rural towns and villages

Page 38

Chapter 3
Goal 2: Prosper 1 High-performing outward-focused
economy
A globally competitive 2 Regional Economic Clusters
economic powerhouse
3 Regional activity centres network

A
4 Knowledge and technology

B
precincts

C
5 Major enterprise and industrial
areas
6 Tourism

Grow
7 Special uses
8 Rural prosperity
Page 50

Prosper
Goal 3: Connect 1 An efficient movement system
2 Active transport
Moving people, products
and information efficiently 3 Integrated planning

Connect
4 Prioritised infrastructure investment
5 Regional infrastructure networks
6 Digital infrastructure

Sustain
Page 66

Goal 4: Sustain 1 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

people
Promoting ecological 2 Biodiversity

Live
and social sustainability
3 Koala conservation
4 Regional landscapes
5 Water sensitive communities
6 Natural economic resources
Chapter 4

7 Health and wellbeing

8 Fairness
9 Climate change
10 Safety
11 Affordable living
Page 80

Goal 5: Live 1 Valuing good design

Chapter 5

2 Working with the weather

Living in better designed
communities 3 Inspiration from local character
4 Working with natural systems
5 Creating legible and connected
streets and spaces
6 Embedding opportunities for
adaptation and change
Chapter 6

7 The power of place-making

Page 92

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CHAPTER 3

Responding to global megatrends about increased

urbanisation, the growing spatial divide, and
health, ageing and changing preferences.

GOAL 1: GROW
SEQ has a consolidated urban structure of well-planned and more complete communities.
There is housing choice and sufficient land to accommodate the projected population and employment growth
in an affordable and sustainable way to meet the communitys changing lifestyle needs.

Context
SEQ is the third-largest capital city region in ShapingSEQ plans for 60 per cent of all new
Australia with a historically dispersed, low-density dwellings to be accommodated in the regions existing
settlement pattern. Our decisions about where and urban area.
how we accommodate more people in the region will
To minimise the risk of land supply constraints
significantly affect our quality of life, environment,
placing upward pressure on housing prices,
social sustainability and infrastructure systems.
ShapingSEQ has also added 19,980 hectares* of
Accommodating people closer to services, existing Urban Footprint since the last regional plan in 2009.
infrastructure and employment, reduces the need for
For further information, see ShapingSEQ Background
significant new infrastructure, and provides many
paper 1: Grow.
social and economic benefits.
Since 2001, SEQs population has grown from 2.4 to
3.5 million people. Over roughly the next 25 years,
SEQs population is expected to be 5.3 million. This
growth will require more than 30,000 new dwellings
each year, as well as more transport, jobs and services.
The Grow goal addresses two important issues
for the region:
1 Providing adequate land supply for projected
population and employment growth over the
next 25 years.
2 Identifying where and how to provide housing.
It's all about matching housing location with a more
sustainable urban form, and encouraging housing
diversity that supports our changing lifestyles,
demographics and housing preferences.

* Includes Greater Flagstone and Yarrabilba Priority Development Areas, Caboolture West, Flinders and Southern Redland Bay.

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The next 25 years
development,

Chapter 1
Redlands

Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
B
C
Grow
Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Sustainably
accommodating
a growing
Chapter 6

population
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CHAPTER 3

Elements and strategies

Element 1: Efficient land Strategies
use 1 Accommodate the regions urban growth needs in the Urban Footprint in an
Urban development uses land efficient manner (Map 2).
and infrastructure efficiently. 2 Plan for and accommodate the consolidation dwelling supply benchmarks
(Figure 7), and an adequate supply in the interim (Figure 10) through new development
in the existing urban area (including redevelopment), with a focus on corridors and
centres.
3 Prioritise the investigation, planning and delivery of urban development in suitable
locations within the Urban Footprint that are underutilised.
4 Focus urban redevelopment in locations with spare capacity in the infrastructure
networks or where existing networks can be cost-effectively augmented.
5 Accommodate new rural residential development only in the Rural Living Area,
or in the Urban Footprint where land is unsuitable for urban use (Map 2).

Element 2: Focusing Strategies

residential density 1 Plan for well-designed and increased residential densities in and around centres,
Higher density development including those as described in the guide for minimum densities (Table 1).
is located in areas with good 2 Plan for well-designed and increased residential densities at other locations that have
access to high-frequency public good access to high-frequency public transport and employment.
transport, employment and 3 Plan for sensitive residential density increases in other suitable areas close to services
services. and amenities.

Element 3: New Strategies

communities 1 Ensure planning and delivery of land use and infrastructure for new communities,
New communities support a including major development areas, are integrated and sequenced, and deliver
consolidated urban settlement complete communities in a timely manner.
pattern, maximise the use of 2 Plan for and accommodate the expansion dwelling supply benchmarks (Figure 7),
existing infrastructure and an adequate supply in the interim (Figure 10).
and deliver high-quality 3 Plan for a net residential density of 1525 dwellings/ha in new communities or 3060
communities. dwellings/ha net residential density if these areas are within easy walking distance to
an existing or proposed public transport station1.
4 Protect the potential of areas that may be suitable for future urban growth including
those listed in Table 2 and as reflected in Figure 13.

Element 4: Housing Strategies

diversity 1 Provide housing choice by delivering a mix of dwelling types and sizes in consolidation
Housing diversity meets the and expansion locations consistent with the strategies in elements 13.
changing make-up of our 2 Plan for and deliver a greater range of missing middle housing forms (including
population, community needs examples shown in Figure 9) in suitable locations.
and lifestyles, and provides 3 Plan for and support innovative solutions in housing to cater for a diverse range of
choice and affordability. community needs, including an ageing population, multi-generational families, group
housing, people with special needs and those from different cultural backgrounds.
4 Maximise the variety of available land in suitable locations to support a range
of housing choices under a range of market and economic circumstances.

Element 5: Growing Strategies

rural towns and villages 1 Support the sustainability of rural towns and villages by providing sufficient land
Rural towns and villages and infrastructure to accommodate population and employment growth.
provide for sustainable growth 2 Support the growth of rural towns and villages in a manner that avoids the
and community development fragmentation of productive rural land and the regional biodiversity network,
in a way that reinforces local including koala habitat.
identity. 3 Plan for well-designed growth that integrates sensitively with existing local character
and identity, and promotes viability of the rural economy.

The net residential densities of this strategy do not apply to Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset local government areas see the sub-regional
1

directions for further detail.

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Chapter 1
Map 2: Grow
Map 2 Grow
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017
Regional land use category

Gympie Urban Footprint

Rural Living Area

Chapter 2
Regional Landscape and Rural
Production Area
Wondai
Major Development Area

Noosa

Chapter 3
Kingaroy

Nambour

A
Maroochydore

B
C
Caloundra

Grow
Kilcoy

Prosper
Caboolture

Connect
Esk Redcliffe
Crows Nest

Sustain
Fernvale Brisbane

Cleveland
Gatton
Toowoomba Ipswich

Live
Laidley Logan Central
Springfield
Beenleigh

Jimboomba
Chapter 4

Coomera

Beaudesert Southport
Boonah

Robina

Coolangatta
Chapter 5

Warwick Tweed Heads

Kingscliff
Murwillumbah

New South Wales

0 5
[ 10 20

Kilometres
Chapter 6

This map is not intended for reference to specific parcels of land and is to be treated as indicative only. The map should also be used in conjunction with the copyright information on the inside cover of the publication.

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Dwelling supply benchmarks 2041 (Figure 7)

Expected dwelling growth 20162031***
900000 SEQ
Expected dwelling growth 20162041
793,700
800000

700000

600000
20162041
500000 474,900

400000 452,900
318,800
300000 40% 60%

273,800
200000
179,100
100000
Consolidation**
0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 1,344,933* 2016 = 1,054,330* 2016 = 290,603*

200000 Brisbane 180000 Gold Coast

188,200
176,800 158,900
180000 160000
160000 140000
127,900
140000 120000
20162041 20162041
120000 100000
6%
100000 110,600 20%
105,700 80000 90,600
80000
60000 70,000
60000 94% 80%
40000 31,000
40000
20000 11,400 20000 20,600
Consolidation** Consolidation**
4900 Expansion 0 Expansion
0
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =
458,550* 446,090* 12,460* 234,639* 196,276* 38,363*

120000 Ipswich 12,000 Lockyer Valley

111,700

100000 10,000 9600 9600

83,800
80000 20162041 8000 20162041

60000 6000
57,500 25% 6000 6000
100%
40000 43,000 4000
75%
27,900
20000 2000
14,500 Consolidation** 14,800
0 Consolidation**
0 Expansion 0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =
72,092* 41,146* 30,946* 14,282* 0* 14,282*

100000 Logan 100000 Moreton Bay

89,900 88,300
90000 90000
80000 80000
70,000
70000 70000
20162041 20162041
60000 60000
50000 50000 54,900 48,200
22%
44,800 40,100
40000 40000 55% 45%
30000 33,300 78% 30000
29,300
19,900 25,600
20000 20000
10000 11,500 Consolidation** 10000 Consolidation**
0 Expansion 0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =
108,770* 84,066* 24,704* 164,559* 103,063* 61,496*

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Chapter 1
7000 Noosa 20000 Redland
6400
18000 17,200
6000
16000
5000 4800 14000 12,500

Chapter 2
20162041 20162041
12000 12,300
4000 4100
10000
25% 27%
3000 8000 8900
2600 73%
2000 75% 6000 4700
1600
4000
1500 3400
1000
2000 Consolidation**
Consolidation**

Chapter 3
0 Expansion 0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =
26,008* 18,271* 7737* 58,958* 45,539* 13,419*

A
Scenic Rim Somerset

B
12000 7000
6200 6200

C
10,000 10,000 6000
10000

5000
8000

Grow
20162041 20162041
4000
6000 6300 6300 3900 3900
3000
100% 100%
4000

Prosper
2000

2000 1000
0 Consolidation** 0 Consolidation**
0 Expansion 0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =

Connect
16,305* 0* 16,305* 10,107* 0* 10,107*

100000 Sunshine Coast 25000 Toowoomba (urban extent)

87,000

Sustain
90000 22500
20,300
80000 20000
70000 17500 17,100
20162041 20162041
60000 53,700 15000
50000 12500 16%
49,600 12,300

Live
40000 38% 10000
33,300 9900
62%
30000 7500 84%
28,900
20000 20,700 5000
3200
10000 Consolidation** 2500 Consolidation**
2400
0 Expansion 0 Expansion
Total Consolidation** Expansion Total Consolidation** Expansion
Chapter 4

2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 = 2016 =

125,877* 92,145* 33,732* 54,786* 27,734* 27,052*

Figure 7: Dwelling supply benchmarks 2041

Existing urban area is a statistical boundary, as defined on page 175 (Figure 32), used to measure consolidation
and expansion development.
Consolidation is development occurring on land inside the existing urban area boundary. This was previously known
Chapter 5

as infill development.
Expansion is development occurring on land outside the existing urban area boundary. This was previously known
as greenfield development.

* Dwellings existing in 2016 (permanent private dwellings as counted at the Census 2016).
** Consolidation dwellings are calculated as inside the Existing Urban Area boundary as shown in Figure 32 and discussed in Chapter 5.
Chapter 6

*** The growth to 2031 provides an indication only of the additional dwelling supply which needs to be accommodated by 2031, if the 2041 benchmarks
are to be accommodated.

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CHAPTER 3

A guide for minimum densities in and around Rural towns and villages
centres ShapingSEQ supports the sustainable growth of
Table 1 provides a guide for these minimum densities. existing rural towns and villages, including those
located outside the Urban Footprint.
However, SEQs centres are varied and therefore
warrant more detailed planning by local government While these areas are not intended to accommodate
to determine the best outcomes for these localities, significant growth to 2041, local governments may
including the most desirable form and distribution of undertake detailed planning to ensure they can
density. These densities are a plan-making tool to assist grow sustainably, be resilient, and respond to change
local government only, and are not intended to have any over time.
role in development assessment. Where able to be supported by local infrastructure,
Table 1: A guide for minimum densities local governments may recognise these areas using
township zone provisions. Township zone provisions
Dwellings/ha must not be used to provide for new rural residential
(net residential density) estates, and any residential lots must be orientated
Centre type In or within Within to, and part of, the rural town or village. The maximum
400 m of the 400800 m of scale of any growth, relative to the existing scale of the
centre the centre township, would also need to be in proportion to the
growth expected for the local government area overall.
Principal regional
150400 100175
activity centre Planning for these areas must be consistent with the
Major regional goals, elements and strategies of ShapingSEQ, and
80200 40100 where reflected in planning schemes, these areas may
activity centre
be considered as an urban zone for the purposes of the
Principal/major
As determined by As determined by SEQ regulatory provisions.
rural activity
local government local government
centre

Missing middle housing

Missing middle is a form of housing that offers greater density and diversity in a manner compatible with
surrounding lower density residential environments. Most missing middle housing is oriented toward the
street or laneway.
It covers housing types between detached houses and high-rise, and may include 'Fonzie' flats (a small,
self-contained apartment on the same land as a house), 'plexes' (duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes etc),
row/terrace housing and medium-rise apartments (Figure 8 and Figure 9).

The missing middle

13 Storeys 46 Storeys

Single dwelling Two dwellings Multiple dwellings Single dwelling Multiple dwellings High-rise
e.g. a detached e.g. duplex, e.g. terraces, e.g. terrace, townhouse, e.g. townhouses/towers with apartment
house dual occupancy townhouses, row house, dwelling house ground level, street-facing,
low-rise apartments universal design and/or
mixed-use suites

Figure 8: The missing middle

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Chapter 1
Applying a subtropical design approach to the missing middle
This diagram shows the full range of missing middle housing. The types of missing middle housing that
will be best suited to different locations will be a matter for local planning.

Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
Hidden density/small scale infill The plexes

B
Small scale housing, like Fonzie flats, can Small multiple dwellings, like townhouses and

C
provide low-cost housing options or support triplexes, are part of a diverse mix of housing
Easy Local Living - Exploring
home office usethe Missing
(represents Middle in SEQ
approximately choice and are located on corner sites where
1520 dw/ha). possible. Their design is highly variable and

Grow
related to the site size and shape (represents
approximately 2540 dw/ha).

Prosper
Local Living - Exploring the Missing Middle in SEQ
the Missing Middle in SEQ

Connect
Sustain
The missing middle
range of housing

Live
covers types between
detached houses and
high-rise
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Row/terrace housing Medium-rise apartments

Row houses are part of a diverse mix of Medium-rise apartments help achieve
housing choices. Often row houses are built a greater mix of housing types and a
as an integrated development (represents more compact urban form (represents
approximately 3050 dw/ha). approximately 60100+ dw/ha).

Figure 9: Subtropical missing middle housing

Chapter 6

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CHAPTER 3

Ensuring sufficient land to accommodate growth

Sizing the Urban Footprint At all times, ShapingSEQ expects local government
planning schemes to have at least 15 years supply
ShapingSEQ adopts a new approach to identifying and
of land land that has been appropriately zoned
calculating the urban land requirements for population
and is able to be serviced (see Figure 10).2
and employment growth in SEQ.
The Queensland Government will monitor planning
Previous regional plans have defined the Urban
schemes and land stock annually to track their
Footprint on the basis of the theoretical capacity for
performance against the dwelling supply benchmarks
accommodating growth. ShapingSEQ uses a more
and employment planning baselines to ensure at least
refined method in sizing the Urban Footprint, by
15 years of residential and employment land supply is
identifying urban land on a realistic land supply basis.
maintained.
ShapingSEQ identifies future expansion land supply
If 15 years of supply is not provided, the government
in the Urban Footprint on a 60 per cent consolidation
will initiate a range of solutions, including identifying
and 40 per cent expansion supply ratio. This ratio is
new land for urban purposes if required, to avoid
represented in the plan as dwelling supply benchmarks.
constraining land supply and placing upward pressure
The land supply in the Urban Footprint provides on land and housing prices (Figure 11).
more land than required to accommodate a population
This means that achieving the 60 per cent consolidation
of 5.3 million people. This equates to roughly 25 years of
dwelling supply benchmark will be demand-led, not
supply, which will inform planning schemes prepared or
supply-constrained. If sufficient opportunities for
significantly amended towards the end of the expected
consolidation growth are not provided, more expansion
five-year life of ShapingSEQ. Those planning schemes
land may be needed in subsequent reviews of the
could then still provide about 15 years of supply five
ShapingSEQ.
years into their life, based on currently expected growth
rates. Further information is provided in Chapter 5 and in the
ShapingSEQ Background paper 1: Grow.

2016 2041

ShapingSEQ 25 years realistic supply identified in the Urban Footprint

2031

Local government
Rolling 15 years supply zoned and able to be serviced
planning schemes

Figure 10: Ensuring adequate land supply

2
The requirement of the Planning Act 2016 to have at least 10 and no more than 15 years of growth in the Priority Infrastructure Area (PIA)
is acknowledged. ShapingSEQs objective for at least 15 years supply is consistent with this to the extent areas outside the PIA are zoned
and able to be serviced.

Residential estate at
Springfield, Ipswich

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Chapter 1
Land supply framework

Phases Notes and timing

Chapter 2
What data and policy will we consider? Annual report
y
SEQ Growth Monitoring Program
Data and policy analysis
y
State and local planning instruments
y
Industry comment

Chapter 3
Who will be involved? Around 3 months
y
Investigation by state and local governments
Initial engagement
y
Infrastructure providers

A
y
Industry

B
C
How will this be analysed? Around 6 months

Grow
y
Is there a constraint to Urban Footprint supply?
Issue y
Is there a supply issue? consolidation/expansion
analysis and targeted y
Supply issue timeframe? 015 years or 25 years?
engagement

Prosper
y
What is the constraint? Infrastructure and/or fragmentation? Other?
y
What are the views of the relevant stakeholders? (i.e. councils,
infrastructure providers and industry)

Connect
Consolidation Expansion Constraint
12 months 612 months 12 months
Response For example planning For example PFGA For example SIP,

Sustain
scheme amendment, to Urban Footprint LGIPs, Netserv
PDA, variation (through MDA plans
requests declaration), PDA

Live
Outcome Zoned and serviceable land supply available to market

Monitoring Continue to monitor land supply to inform policy and process

Chapter 4

Figure 11: Land supply framework for resolving shortfall in supply

Fragmented urban land The SEQ Growth Monitoring Program will monitor and
review take up rates in these areas over time. To assist
The Urban Footprint contains areas that are yet to be
in overcoming fragmentation and other constraints,
developed. Development of many of these areas has
ShapingSEQ includes a key implementation action
Chapter 5

been limited by constraints, particularly fragmented

focusing on unlocking these underutilised areas.
land ownership patterns that present challenges in the
Further information is provided in Chapter 4.
assembly of larger developed areas and the delivery of
cost-effective infrastructure.
Resolving any shortfall in land supply
In sizing the Urban Footprint, ShapingSEQ has assumed
Further information for how ShapingSEQ proposes to
that up to about 70 per cent of these fragmented
address any future shortfall in land supply is provided
areas overall will be developed by 2041 as part of
in Chapter 5.
accommodating the dwelling supply benchmarks.
Chapter 6

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The challenges beyond 2041

ShapingSEQ provides the planning framework for sustainably 60/40
accommodating 5.3 million people. Projections indicate we will reach Maintaining a 60 per cent
this in roughly 25 years. consolidation/40 per cent
expansion dwelling supply
The future community will need to make decisions about how and where benchmark ratio may require
population growth will be accommodated in SEQ beyond this period. about 52,000 ha^ of new
While planning for SEQ focuses on accommodating more growth in the expansion growth areas.
existing urban area, it is likely SEQ will still require new expansion growth
areas as the region grows to over seven million over the next 50 years. 70/30
The direction and scale of any future urban growth fronts will depend Increasing the dwelling
on many factors, although some combination of the Potential Future Growth supply ratio to 70 per cent
Areas (see Figure 13 and Table 2), or parts thereof, may be needed over time consolidation/30 per cent
to accommodate this growth. Depending on relevant findings of the SEQ expansion may require about
Growth Monitoring Program and any investigations into these areas, other 38,000 ha^ of new expansion
growth areas may also need to be considered in future regional planning growth areas.
investigations following further studies and consultation.
The following are three possible scenarios for accommodating SEQs 80/20
Increasing to 80 per cent
population beyond 5.3 million to seven million people, and provides the
consolidation/20 per cent
approximate expansion growth area requirements to service each scenario
expansion may require about
(Figure 12).
25,000 ha^ of new expansion
Noosa
growth areas.
"

If we accommodate more Conversely, each of these

housing closer to public scenarios would also involve
transport, services and further consolidation growth,
Maroochydore
employment in the next 25 " ranging from about 85 to 110 per
years, the less pressure cent more than the ShapingSEQ
there will be to expand our "
Caloundra
consolidation benchmarks.
urban areas in the future.
It is important
Additional Urban Footprint requiredthat planning
scheme changes to
Caboolture accommodate the ShapingSEQ
60% consolidation
"
benchmarks maintain options
40% expansion
for future decisions about this
longer term growth.
70% consolidation
30% expansion
^ Figures based on the following assumptions:
Brisbane
"
y An overall 70 per cent take-up of available
expansion capacity within the Urban
"
Ipswich 80% consolidation
Toowoomba "
Footprint from 2011 until SEQ at a population
20% expansion
of seven million.
y
Density of 10 dwellings/ha on total
developable area added to Urban Footprint
(assumes about one-third of developable
area is used for non-residential purposes
Southport
and equates to 15 dwellings/ha net
" residential density).
y
30 per cent of the gross land area added
to the Urban Footprint is not developable.
Additional Urban Footprint required Tweed Heads
"

60% consolidation 70% consolidation 80% consolidation

40% expansion 30% expansion 20% expansion

Figure 12: Additional Urban Footprint that may be required to accommodate roughly seven million people

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Chapter 1
Potential Future Growth Areas Figure X: Grow - Potential Future Growth Areas
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017
ShapingSEQ identifies Potential Future k
j Potential Future Growth Area
Growth Areas that may be needed to Gympie Regional land use category
Urban Footprint

accommodate long-term urban growth Rural Living Area

Chapter 2
Wondai Regional Landscape and Rural
(Figure 13 and Table 2). These areas Noosa
Production Area

are not required to accommodate

the dwelling supply benchmarks or
Kingaroy
employment planning baselines of
Nambour
ShapingSEQ. Maroochydore

Chapter 3
The intent is to protect their future
Caloundra
potential, not to promote or support
their investigation for urban purposes Hk
j
Kilcoy
during the life of ShapingSEQ, unless

A
E
k
j
the Queensland Government's SEQ

B
Growth Monitoring Program indicates Caboolture

there is an inadequate land supply and

C
Esk Redcliffe
the benchmarks or baselines may not be Crows Nest

accommodated in the Urban Footprint

Grow
(Figure 11). jI
k Fernvale Brisbane

These areas are located in the Regional J

k
j Cleveland
Gatton k
jB F
Landscape and Rural Production Area Toowoomba Ipswich
k
j

Prosper
Laidley Logan Central
to limit development and protect them k
jA Beenleigh
Springfield
from further fragmentation that would C
k
j
prejudice their ability to accommodate Jimboomba
Coomera
future urban development. k
jD

Connect
Identification of these areas is not a Boonah
Beaudesert
k
jG Southport

development commitment nor does Robina

it imply that all, or any part of these Coolangatta

areas, will be made available for urban

Sustain
Warwick Tweed Heads

development in the future. These areas Murwillumbah

Kingscliff

are identified indicatively, and have not

been cadastrally defined.
New South Wales
0 5
[ 10 20

Kilometres

Where appropriate, ShapingSEQ

This map is not intended for reference to specific parcels of land and is to be treated as indicative only. The map should also be used in conjunction with the copyright information on the inside cover of the publication.

Live
Figure 13: The indicative locations of Potential Future Growth Areas
identifies more specific intent in relation
to particular areas in Chapter 3, Part C:
Sub-regional directions. Table 2: Potential Future Growth Areas
The role of these areas will be further Location Local government area
Chapter 4

considered at the next review of

ShapingSEQ. A. Lanefield/Grandchester Ipswich
B. Glamorgan Vale Ipswich/Somerset

Large residential expansion C. South Logan Logan

areas dwelling capacity D. Mundoolun Logan/Scenic Rim
expected to remain in 2041
E. Elimbah Moreton Bay
RIPLEY VALLEY BEERWAH EAST
Chapter 5

F. Southern Thornlands Redland

30,000 13,000 G. Beaudesert East Scenic Rim

GREATER CABOOLTURE H. Halls Creek Sunshine Coast

FLAGSTONE WEST I. Meringandan/Kleinton Toowoomba
19,000 9000 J. Mount Kynoch Toowoomba
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new
Responding to global megatrends about increased
technology and
urbanisation, globalthe
health, connectedness.
growing spatial divide,
and ageing and changing preferences.

GOAL 2: PROSPER
SEQ has a globally competitive economy focused on high-value economic activities supported by
population-serving jobs.
Regional Economic Clusters will leverage traditional strengths and competitive advantages to advance
the economy, strengthen our global and national relationships, and embrace emerging technology
and new opportunities.

Context
New technologies and globalisation are changing the businesses, suppliers and associated institutions
way we interact, communicate and conduct business. result in greater economic activity and are significant
While it is challenging to accurately predict how economic drivers.
advanced technologies will shape future employment
In ShapingSEQ, these areas are defined as Regional
trends and activity, it is likely such changes will cause
Economic Clusters (RECs). These areas are likely to
a fundamental shift in the locational and labour
involve higher-value and outward looking industries
requirements of many employers in SEQ over time.
and jobs, and as such, present enormous opportunities
The Prosper goal positions SEQ for success in the global for the SEQ economy (Figure 14).
economy. SEQs economic strengths have been in
Maximising the regions traditional strengths and
manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, health, education,
RECs will drive greater levels of local employment
retail and construction. To remain economically diverse,
throughout SEQ.
SEQ will need to build upon these strengths and foster
new industries and sectors particularly those showing ShapingSEQ aims for:
strong growth, and providing greater opportunities for more jobs where the people are (RECs and
y
local employment. population-serving)
ShapingSEQ realises that when it comes to economic more people where the jobs are
y
activity, the whole is greater than the sum of the parts better connections between where people live
y
that is, when industries and businesses co-locate and and work.
are well-connected, they increase their productivity
and capacity to compete nationally and globally. For further information, see ShapingSEQ Background
These geographic concentrations of interconnected paper 2: Prosper.

Globally focused/outward-facing economy

Regional Economic Clusters

Local centres
Regional Knowledge Major
and Rural
activity and technology enterprise and Tourism
employment production
centres precincts industrial areas
areas

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Local government planning schemes

Figure 14: Regional drivers of an outward-facing economy

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The next 25 years
Brisbane

Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
B
C
Grow
Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

A globally competitive
Chapter 6

economic powerhouse
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Elements and strategies

Element 1: Strategies
High-performing 1 Foster high levels of economic activity and employment in export-oriented and
outward-focused high-value sectors to strengthen the regions economic relationships.
economy 2 Investigate and plan for existing or potential economic relationships between
employment areas to maximise economic output and productivity in the region.
SEQ responds to the
transitioning economy by
3 Protect and enhance major national and international gateways for SEQ, including the
Port of Brisbane, its airports, high-speed digital technology and the strategic road,
focusing on export-oriented
freight and passenger transport systems.
and business-to-business
transactions that drive 4 Identify and leverage universities, major health facilities and migrant communities
productivity and growth, to develop the regions skilled workforce to enhance and accelerate global trade
while continuing to enhance relationships.
population serving activities 5 Plan for and support continued growth in population-serving employment and
that support growing traditional economic industries.
communities. 6 Support and facilitate progression towards more technologically and digitally-based
work practices, including the rising influence of disruptive technologies to streamline
transactions and improve business efficiency.
7 Plan for and deliver sufficient land and local infrastructure to accommodate, as a
minimum, the employment planning baselines (Table 3 and Appendix A), including an
adequate supply in the interim (Figure 10).

Element 2: Regional Strategies

Economic Clusters 1 Plan for the intensification and/or expansion of RECs to enhance regional economic
High-value and outward-facing growth and activity (Maps 3, 3a, 3b and Table 4).
economic opportunities and 2 Identify and protect core components within RECs (Table 4) and their enabling
synergies within SEQs RECs infrastructure from encroachment by incompatible land uses.
are accelerated. 3 Facilitate synergies between core components within RECs.
4 Invest in economic enabling infrastructure that support RECs, including the port and
airports, intermodal terminals, public transport, freight linkages, and data and energy.
5 Ensure that planning frameworks provide sufficient flexibility to respond to the
dynamic and evolving nature of RECs, and support growth and investment in
their core components.

Element 3: Regional Strategies

activity centres network 1 Accommodate major employment-generating activities in regional activity centres to
The regional activity centres support their role and function in the broader centres network and leverage existing
network adapts to the demands economic assets and infrastructure (Maps 3, 3a, 3b and Tables 7 and 8).
of a transitioning economy, 2 Plan for an increased range and mix of complementary activity, including higher
serves the current and future residential densities, in and adjoining those centres with direct access to high-
economic and social needs of frequency public transport.
the community and business, 3 Ensure development in individual centres is consistent with the regional centres
and drives productivity, network (Table 8).
collaboration and economic
4 Encourage synergies between regional activity centres and other economic uses,
growth.
including knowledge and technology precincts, and major enterprise and industrial
areas.
5 Achieve a high-quality urban form that promotes a walkable urban environment
within regional activity centres, to encourage interaction and collaboration.

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Element 4: Knowledge Strategies
and technology 1 Consolidate the growth of knowledge and technology precincts, and allow them to

Chapter 2
precincts intensify and specialise over time (Maps 3, 3a, 3b, and Tables 4 and 5).
Knowledge and technology 2 Support the co-location of mutually supportive and value-adding activities that do not
precincts are globally and compromise the primary function of the precinct.
nationally connected vibrant, 3 Ensure that knowledge and technology precincts maximise the advantage of
collaborative places that drive their location, including direct access to the strategic transport system, to attract
innovation and creativity in the value-adding uses and skilled workers.

Chapter 3
market, attract investment and 4 Encourage synergies between knowledge and technology precincts and other
enhance human capital. economic uses, including regional activity centres and major enterprise and industrial
areas.
5 Achieve a high-quality, mixed-use urban form that promotes a walkable urban

A
environment within knowledge and technology precincts, to encourage interaction
and collaboration.

B
Element 5: Major Strategies

C
enterprise and 1 Protect major enterprise and industrial areas, including associated connections to
industrial areas freight, intermodal, and supply chain networks that form part of the strategic transport

Grow
system, from encroachment by incompatible land uses (Maps 3, 3a, 3b, and Tables 4
Major enterprise and industrial
and 6).
areas, including their supply
chain networks, grow and 2 Enable the intensification and expansion of major enterprise and industrial areas,

Prosper
enhance national and global where appropriate, to improve their capacity and functionality.
trade. 3 Encourage synergies between major enterprise and industrial areas and other
economic uses, including regional activity centres and knowledge and technology
precincts.

Connect
4 Plan for new major enterprise and industrial areas that are appropriately located near
existing or planned freight and supply chain networks, including intermodal terminals,
where they can accommodate regionally or state significant agglomerations of industry
and business activity.
5 Accommodate a mix of commercial uses in major enterprise and industrial areas to

Sustain
give workers and enterprises an appropriate level of access to shops, amenities and
facilities to reduce trips out of the area without compromising their role and function.

Element 6: Tourism Strategies

Live
SEQ is a world-class tourism 1 Build upon the regions international brand to promote tourism opportunities that will
destination providing domestic enhance economic, environmental, social and cultural benefits.
and international visitors with 2 Plan for socially and environmentally sustainable tourism and recreational activities in
diverse and sophisticated
rural areas.
tourism experiences.
3 Facilitate tourism opportunities by enhancing enabling infrastructure and services,
Chapter 4

particularly airports, major roads and rail, and digital technology.

Element 7: Special uses Strategies

SEQ accommodates a range 1 Protect existing special uses from encroachment by incompatible development.
of special uses, including 2 Plan for and support the establishment or relocation of special uses that emerge over
activities that are difficult time in locations identified as suitable for these purposes.
to locate, and that support
regional needs and economic
growth.
Chapter 5

Element 8: Rural Strategies

prosperity 1 Support rural communities to adapt and build on their strategic advantages to
Rural areas leverage traditional continue the profitability and sustainability of existing rural industry and activities.
primary industry strengths to 2 Encourage the intensification or diversification of on-farm agricultural activities and
expand, diversify and introduce the introduction of new rural value-adding activities such as biotechnology.
value-adding activities that
3 Encourage local government-led rural precinct planning to support rural sustainability
enhance productivity, resilience
Chapter 6

and economic growth.

and competitiveness in
domestic and global markets.

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Employment planning baselines

The following employment planning baselines reflect Queensland Government projections of possible future
employment growth based on available information. These baseline figures are a minimum for the purposes of
local government land use and infrastructure planning. While state and regional infrastructure providers will use
these as a baseline for consistency in infrastructure planning and service delivery, local governments may seek to
maximise their ability to accommodate higher rates of employment. See Appendix A for aggregated employment
planning baseline figures for each local government area by industry sector.

Table 3: Employment planning baselines

Local government area 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Brisbane 789,440 817,004 892,637 969,746 1,057,224 1,148,253 1,247,608

Gold Coast 241,831 254,909 285,631 319,462 356,723 394,482 433,431

Ipswich 63,789 67,927 75,962 86,900 99,527 113,315 128,800

Lockyer Valley 12,122 12,341 13,341 14,562 16,050 17,613 19,178

Logan 97,681 101,979 113,788 125,827 138,520 152,760 168,128

Moreton Bay 114,828 122,555 134,305 147,736 161,688 175,274 189,182

Noosa 21,680 22,779 24,999 27,154 29,274 31,355 33,454

Redlands 44,781 47,284 52,177 56,736 61,164 65,168 69,193

Scenic Rim 13,824 14,171 15,402 16,844 18,510 20,136 21,780

Somerset 6,838 7,170 7,672 8,214 8,789 9,388 10,015

Sunshine Coast 112,544 117,851 132,200 146,609 161,999 177,467 193,092

Toowoomba (urban extent) 61,523 63,110 67,781 72,256 77,107 81,980 86,641

Total 1,580,881 1,649,080 1,815,895 1,992,046 2,186,575 2,387,191 2,600,502

Source: Queensland Treasury Regional Employment Projections, 20102011 to 20402041

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Chapter 1
Map 3: Prosper - Economic areas
Map 3 Prosper
ShapingSEQ - 31 July Economic areas
2017

!
o
International airport
Gympie
! Port of Brisbane

Chapter 2
P
! Intermodal terminal

Wondai
P
! Future intermodal terminal

j
k Knowledge and technology precinct
)
" Major enterprise and industrial area
Noosa
Regional activity centres network

See Map 3b
! Capital city centre

Chapter 3
Kingaroy (
! Principal
!
( Major

Nambour ! Principal rural

! Major rural

A
Maroochydore Regional Economic Cluster (REC)

B
(Sunshine Coast CBD)
Bromelton State Development Area
(SDA)

C
Agricultural land
Caloundra
Rural activities

Grow
State forest

Kilcoy Regional land use category

Urban Footprint
Rural Living Area
M35

Prosper
Caboolture K26
M31

See Map 3a
Redcliffe

Connect
Esk
Crows Nest

Sustain
Fernvale Brisbane
Western
Gateway REC Cleveland
M34
M26 K23
K15
Gatton Ipswich

Live
Laidley M28
Toowoomba
K17 Logan Central
M27 Springfield
Ipswich REC Beenleigh
M29
See Map 3b

Chapter 4

Coomera
Jimboomba

Boonah Beaudesert Southport

M38 (Gold Coast CBD)

Bromelton SDA
Robina

Coolangatta
Chapter 5

Warwick Tweed Heads

Kingscliff

Murwillumbah

Spatial representations of the RECs are conceptual only, these areas are subject to more refined planning.
New South Wales
0 5
[ 10 20
Agricultural land includes Important Agricultural Areas and A and B class agricultural land.
Rural activities include grazing, pasture and intensive animal production areas. Kilometres
Chapter 6

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Map 3a: Prosper - Economic areas

Map 3a Prosper Economic areas
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017

!
o
International airport

! Port of Brisbane
M25

P! Intermodal terminal
North Lakes-
j
k Knowledge and technology precinct
Mango Hill REC K27
) Major enterprise and industrial area
"
Redcliffe
Regional activity centres network North Lakes

! Capital city centre

K11
(
! Principal
!
( Major
Strathpine-
Brendale-
Regional Economic Cluster (REC)
Petrie REC
Agricultural land Strathpine
Rural activities M23
Regional land use category
Urban Footprint
Rural Living Area

M2
Chermside
M6
K20
M8 Australia
TradeCoast REC
Mitchelton Toombul
K8 M7
M4
M1
M3 Wynnum Central
K4
M5
Capital City K5 Capital City
REC K7 Centre
K1 K3
Toowong
K2 Carindale
Indooroopilly K6
Capalaba Cleveland

K21 K25
M14
M18
K9 Upper Mount
South West Industrial M9 Gravatt
M19
Corridor REC M13
K10

M17
M10 Pacific
M11 M16
M21 M22 Motorway REC

M15 Goodna Springwood

M12

M39
Logan Central

M20 Browns Plains Logan Hyperdome

Springfield REC
K19
Springfield
M33
Meadowbrook-
K16
Ripley Loganholme REC
M40
Beenleigh

Yatala-
Stapylton-
Beenleigh REC
M24
M41

Spatial representations of the RECs are conceptual only, these areas are subject to
more refined planning.
Agricultural land includes Important Agricultural Areas and A and B class
agricultural land.
Rural activities include grazing, pasture and intensive animal production areas.
0 1.25
!
[2.5 5

This map is not intended for reference to specific parcels of land and is to be Flagstone Yarrabilba
treated as indicative only. The map should also be used in conjunction with the
Kilometres
copyright information on the inside cover of the publication.

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Map 3b: Prosper - Economic areas
Map 3b Prosper
ShapingSEQ Economic areas
- 31 July 2017
Noosa !
o
International airport

Knowledge and technology

j
k precinct
Coomera

Chapter 2
Major enterprise and K22
"
) industrial area
Regional activity centres
network
M36 (
! Principal

!
( Major

M37 Regional Economic Cluster Helensvale

Chapter 3
(REC)
Southport
Agricultural land K12 (Gold Coast CBD)
Rural activities Nerang Southport -
Nambour Broadbeach REC
State forest
Northern

A
Regional land use category Bundall Surfers Paradise
Gateway REC Maroochydore
(Sunshine Coast CBD) Urban Footprint

B
M30
Rural Living Area Broadbeach

C
Robina
K13
K24
[ Robina-

Grow
Sippy Downs
K18
0 1.25 2.5 5 Varsity Lakes REC
Kawana Kawana REC
Kilometres

Spatial representations of the RECs are conceptual

only, these areas are subject to more refined
Coolangatta

Prosper
planning.
M32 Agricultural land includes Important Agricultural
Caloundra Areas and A and B class agricultural land. Southern
Rural activities include grazing, pasture and intensive
Gateway REC K14
animal production areas.
This map is not intended for reference to specific
Tweed Heads
Beerwah Caloundra South
parcels of land and is to be treated as indicative only.
The map should also be used in conjunction with the
copyright information on the inside cover of the
New South Wales

Connect
publication.

Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6

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Regional Economic Clusters (RECs) are areas that Knowledge and technology precincts are areas that contain
demonstrate synergies across important economic and a core high-level health, education, research or similar
employment areas as they contain a concentration of facility, that provides opportunities for complementary
significant economic activity. These areas: and supporting activities, and for development of these
activities to intensify over time.
y
support groupings of employment precincts,
including centres, knowledge and technology precincts Major enterprise and industrial areas accommodate
and/or major enterprise and industry areas, where medium- and high-impact industries and other employment
significant business-to-business activity/connections uses associated with, or with access to, state transport
occur infrastructure. These areas are major drivers of economic
growth. They are either significant in size or have the
y
support high levels of specialisation in one or more
potential to expand to provide for industry and business
high-value industry sectors that have an outward trade
activity clusters of regional and state significance.
focus, including:
Regional activity centres network includes identified
knowledge and corporate
regionally significant centres that are highly accessible
energy and resources and contain concentrated business, services and facilities
high-value manufacturing for employment, research and education, as well as higher
tourism density residential development.
creative and cultural Special uses typically have specific locational requirements
and fulfil a special purpose important to the regional
y
support significant levels of employment
economy. Frequently, these uses need to be located away
y
are supported by significant state and/or local from sensitive land uses, or are more naturally suited
government commitments to being located in rural areas (e.g. raceways, defence
facilities).
y
have strong transport connections (existing or
committed). Rural precincts are defined rural areas that have been
planned by local government, in consultation with the
Innovative Queensland Government and community, to create
planning
sustainable and economically diverse rural areas.
Rural precincts are an important management tool in the
Regional Landscape and Rural Production Area. They are
subject to endorsement and designation by the Minister
Regional activity Knowledge and for Planning and are used to facilitate the long-term
centres technology sustainable management of agricultural land.
precincts Rural precincts may also be used to provide for a greater
RECs range of activity to complement a rural area, however these
activities must demonstrate a clear nexus with the natural
or rural environment. Rural precincts must not be used to
facilitate urban or rural residential development.
Infrastructure Investment
The ShapingSEQ Rural Precinct Guideline provides further
Major industry and information.
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Major enabling infrastructure to support Regional Economic Clusters
In SEQ, the greatest concentration of economic activities is within RECs. The performance of these economic
agglomerations will need long-term, committed measures to prioritise investment that attracts businesses
and skilled workers. Closer proximity to major economic enabling infrastructure, such as key freight routes

Chapter 2
and ports, is a significant driver of growth of these clusters. Enhancing relationships between key transport
infrastructure and RECs will be vital to securing a prosperous and competitive future for the region (Figure 15).

Legend Sunshine Coast Airport

Capital city centre
Airport
In 201516, one million

Chapter 3
Port passengers moved
Intermodal terminal through Sunshine Coast
Future intermodal terminal Airport. The new runway
Major road connection
due for completion in
Future road connection
Noosa
Major rail connection
2020, will be able to

A
Future/investigation rail connection cater for aircraft such
Regional Economic Cluster as the Airbus A330 and

B
Bromelton State Development Area Boeing 787.

C
Maroochydore
(Sunshine Coast CBD)
Brisbane Airport

Grow
Brisbane Airport is
the largest airport in
Australia by area and the
third busiest. By 2035,
projected passenger

Prosper
numbers will more than
double to around 50
Caboolture
million.
The addition of the new

Connect
parallel runway will see
Brisbane Airport operate
on the same level of
capacity as airports
in Singapore and
Brisbane Hong Kong, and upon

Sustain
Capital City completion in 2020, it
Melbourne will become the most
to Brisbane
Inland Rail efficient runway system
(see inset)
Toowoomba Gatton in Australia.
Ipswich

Live
Beenleigh Port of Brisbane
Port of Brisbane is one
of Australias largest,
fastest growing and
Bromelton State
Southport most diverse multi-cargo
(Gold Coast CBD)
Chapter 4

Development Area ports, moving more than

Brisbane 30 million tonnes of
Robina product including:
Coolangatta
y 95 per cent of
Queenslands
containers and motor
Melbourne
vehicles
y 50 per cent of the
states agricultural
Chapter 5

exports
Figure: 15: Key freight routes, ports and RECs y almost all of the
states containerised
beef exports.
Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport Gold Coast Airport An international cruise
The airport is designed to cater for large jets up to Gold Coast Airport currently has more than ship terminal is also
747 size, facilitating the largest air freight into and six million passenger movements per year. By being proposed, which
out of the region. Situated near Australias most 2037, Gold Coast Airport is forecast to grow to could significantly
valuable food producing regions, Brisbane West 16.6 million passenger movements (13.5 million increase tourism
Chapter 6

Wellcamp Airport is competitively positioned to domestic and 3.1 million international passengers). opportunities
support major international freight cargo. throughout SEQ.

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The Capital City Regional Economic Moving towards 2041, the economic and social
importance of the Capital City REC will continue to be
Cluster nationally and globally significant. The key to unlocking
High-performing regions have a high-performing this future will be achieving high-quality urban amenity
central area. The Capital City REC represents the and greater levels of inner-city accessibility. Creation
regions most significant concentration of employment of more efficient linkages through active and public
activities fulfilling a range of capital city and higher transport will be needed to help position the Capital
order functions (Figure 16). Spatially, this important City REC for a more productive and competitive future.
clustering of economic activity, is generally within
The Cross River Rail project is the priority
about the first five kilometres of the Brisbane Central
region-shaping infrastructure that will enable
Business District (CBD).
greater economic growth of the Capital City REC and
The Capital City REC contains the largest agglomeration improve network reliability. The Brisbane Metro will
of knowledge-intensive industries such as education, complement Cross River Rail by providing additional
health, professional services, scientific and technical accessibility to, and circulation within, the Capital
services in Queensland. Its world-renowned research City REC, particularly between research and health
and health institutions include the Royal Brisbane institutions and the CBD.
and Womens Hospital, Princess Alexandra Hospital,
Without Cross River Rail and other enabling
Translational Research Institute, Boggo Road
infrastructure, like the Brisbane Metro, the
Ecosciences Precinct, Mater Hospital, Lady Cilento
concentration of employment is likely to become
Childrens Hospital, and campuses of the University
constrained, hampering high-value jobs growth and
of Queensland, Griffith University and Queensland
limiting economic productivity. Details of how the
University of Technology.
Brisbane Metro integrates with Cross River Rail to
This REC provides important opportunities for improve public transport outcomes within the
innovation, the sharing of knowledge and ideas, scope Capital City REC are outlined in Connecting Brisbane.
for more specialised labour markets and a growing
Additional river crossings, particularly for active and
inner-city population. This contributes to greater
public transport, and more direct and frequent linkages
efficiencies and effectiveness in the use of scarce
between research and health institutions and the
resources (e.g. land, infrastructure and capital), which
CBD, are further examples of enabling infrastructure
ultimately helps to drive productivity and create jobs
that will be required over time to improve the regions
for SEQ.
effectiveness and economic performance.

Brisbane Metro line and stations A key to SEQs future success:

Cross River Rail line and stations Cross River Rail
Bowen Hills
Interchanges (both Brisbane Metro RBWH
and Cross River Rail stations) The economic benefits of Cross River
Exhibition Rail include:

Fortitude Valley unlocking broader capacity that

y
Normanby improves efficiencies across the
entire rail network
Roma St
Central improved access across the region
y
Milton King George Square to employment and business
Albert St
improved connectivity across
y
South Brisbane
the region, particularly between
knowledge and technology
South Bank precincts and the CBD
The Gabba better efficiency and greater
y
Mater Hill
productivity through increased
Coorparoo scale and intensity
Park Rd/Boggo Rd
attracting more business activity,
y
UQ Lakes Buranda and enhancing global competition
PA
Hospital To Eight Mile Plains in our RECs.
Figure 16: Capital City REC

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Chapter 1
Table 4: RECs and core components

Regional Economic Cluster Core components

The RECs show groupings of economic activities and are conceptually shown on Maps 3, 3a, and 3b and in the

Chapter 2
sub-regional directions. It is not intended that all land (e.g. residential land) within these areas would be used
for employment and economic purposes. The desired development outcomes within each area will require
further detailed and integrated land use, infrastructure and economic development planning.
Capital City Knowledge and technology precincts South Brisbane K7:
Auchenflower K1: Lady Cilento Childrens Hospital
Wesley Hospital Griffith University, South Bank campus

Chapter 3
Mater Private Hospital Brisbane
Dutton Park/Buranda K2: Queensland Cultural Precinct
Ecosciences Precinct South Bank Institute of Technology
Princess Alexandra Hospital Brisbane Convention and Exhibition

A
Gardens Point K3: Centre

B
Queensland University of Technology, Regional activity centres
Gardens Point campus Capital city centre

C
Herston K4: Toowong
Royal Brisbane and Womens Hospital Economic enabling infrastructure

Grow
The University of Queensland, Radial heavy rail network (Cross River
Herston campus Rail)
Kelvin Grove K5: Busway and improved inner-city
Queensland University of Technology, distribution to complement Cross River

Prosper
Kelvin Grove campus Rail, including the Brisbane Metro
Pedestrian and cycle network including
St Lucia K6: green bridges
The University of Queensland,
St Lucia campus

Connect
Australia TradeCoast Knowledge and technology precinct Nudgee/Banyo M6
Pinkenba/Bulwer Island M7
Australia TradeCoast K8:
Virginia/Northgate M8
Queensland University of Technology

Sustain
Da Vinci Precinct Economic enabling infrastructure
Aviation Australia Port of Brisbane
Brisbane Airport
Major enterprise and industrial areas
Brisbane Intermodal Terminal
Eagle Farm M1
Heavy rail network
Geebung M2

Live
Port of Brisbane Motorway
Hemmant M3
Gateway Motorway
Lytton M4
Murarrie/Colmslie M5

South West Industrial Knowledge and technology precinct Richlands M17

Corridor Salisbury M18
Chapter 4

Nathan/Coopers Plains K9:

Sumner/Darra M19
Griffith University, Nathan and Mount
Swanbank M20
Gravatt campuses
Wacol M21
Forensic and Scientific Services campus
Willawong M22
Health and Food Sciences Precinct,
Coopers Plains Regional activity centre
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital Goodna
Major enterprise and industrial areas Economic enabling infrastructure
Chapter 5

Archerfield M9 Acacia Ridge Intermodal Terminal

Acacia Ridge M10 Archerfield Airport
Bundamba/Riverview M11 Ipswich Motorway
Carole Park M12 Heavy rail network
Coopers Plains M13 Warrego Highway
Rocklea/Brisbane Markets M14 Cunningham Highway
New Chum M15 Logan Motorway
Redbank M16
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Regional Economic Cluster Components

Pacific Motorway Knowledge and technology precinct Economic enabling infrastructure
Pacific Motorway
Eight Mile Plains K10:
South East Busway
Brisbane Technology Park
Also incorporates the Underwood
Regional activity centres
Slacks Creek Industrial Corridor
Upper Mount Gravatt
Springwood

StrathpineBrendale Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centre

Petrie Petrie K11: Strathpine
University of Sunshine Coast;
Economic enabling infrastructure
Future Moreton Bay campus
Direct arterial access to
Major enterprise and industrial area Gateway Motorway
Brendale M23 Direct arterial access to Bruce Highway
Heavy rail network

YatalaStapylton Major enterprise and industrial area Economic enabling infrastructure

Beenleigh Yatala/Stapylton M24 Pacific Motorway
Regional activity centre
Beenleigh

North LakesMango Hill Major enterprise and industrial area Economic enabling infrastructure
Narangba M25 Bruce Highway
Heavy rail network
Regional activity centre
North Lakes Also incorporates the North Lakes
Industrial Park

SouthportBroadbeach Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centres

Southport Broadbeach
Southport K12:
Surfers Paradise Bundall
Griffith University, Gold Coast campus
Gold Coast University Hospital Economic enabling infrastructure
Queensland Academy for Light rail
Health Sciences Heavy rail network
Gold Coast Private Hospital

RobinaVarsity Lakes Knowledge and technology precinct Economic enabling infrastructure

Heavy rail network
Robina/Varsity Lakes K13:
Pacific Motorway
Robina Hospital Bond University
Regional activity centre
Robina

Southern Gateway Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centre

Coolangatta
Coolangatta K14:
John Flynn Private Hospital Enabling Economic Infrastructure
Southern Cross University, Gold Coast Airport
Gold Coast campus Pacific Motorway

Western Gateway Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centre

Toowoomba
Toowoomba K15:
University of Southern Queensland, Enabling Economic Infrastructure
Toowoomba campus Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport
Toowoomba Hospital Intermodal Facility
St Vincents Private Hospital Heavy rail network
St Andrews Private Hospital Toowoomba Second Range Crossing
TAFE Queensland, South West campus Gore Highway
Warrego Highway
Major enterprise and industrial area
New England Highway
Toowoomba Enterprise Hub
(Charlton/Wellcamp) M26
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Chapter 1
Regional Economic Cluster Core components
Springfield Knowledge and technology precinct Enabling Economic Infrastructure
Heavy rail network
Springfield K16:
Centenary Highway

Chapter 2
University of Southern Queensland,
Logan Motorway
Springfield campus
Mater Private Hospital Springfield
Regional activity centre
Springfield

Ipswich Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centre

Chapter 3
Ipswich
Ipswich K17:
University of Southern Queensland, Enabling economic infrastructure
Ipswich campus Heavy rail network

A
Ipswich Hospital Warrego Highway
St Andrews Private Hospital Cunningham Highway

B
RAAF Base Amberley
Major enterprise and industrial area

C
Amberley M27
Wulkuraka/Karrabin M28

Grow
Ebenezer M29

Northern Gateway Major enterprise and industrial area Enabling economic infrastructure
Kunda Park M30 Sunshine Coast Airport
Sunshine Motorway

Prosper
Regional activity centre
Maroochydore Road
Maroochydore (Sunshine Coast CBD)

Kawana Knowledge and technology precinct Enabling economic infrastructure

Nicklin Way
Kawana Waters K18:

Connect
Kawana Way
Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Regional activity centre
Kawana

Sustain
MeadowbrookLoganholme Knowledge and technology precinct Regional activity centre
Logan Hyperdome
Meadowbrook K19:
Logan Hospital Economic Enabling Infrastructure
Griffith University, Logan campus Logan Motorway
TAFE Queensland, Logan campus Pacific Motorway

Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
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Table 5: Individual knowledge and technology precincts

Core health, education or cultural Key components or associated

Precinct (sectors)
facility facilities
Chermside K20 Prince Charles Hospital Medical Engineering Research Facility
(health and education) (MERF)

Pinjarra Hills K21 Queensland Centre for Advanced

(technology and mining) Technologies (QCAT)
Mining3
Solar Biofuels Research Centre

Coomera K22 TAFE Queensland Gold Coast, Coomera Village Roadshow Studios
(film and media) campus

Gatton K23 The University of Queensland, Gatton Queensland Animal Science Precinct (QASP)
(animal sciences) campus

Sippy Downs K24 University of Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Innovation Centre Sunshine Coast
(education and technology) campus

Cleveland (Health) K25 Redlands Hospital

Mater Private Hospital

Caboolture (Health) K26 Caboolture Hospital

Caboolture Private Hospital

Redcliffe (Health) K27 Redcliffe Hospital Redcliffe Hospital Private Practice Clinic
Peninsula Private Hospital

Table 6: Individual major enterprise and industrial areas

Individual major enterprise Morayfield M31 Yandina East M37

and industrial areas Caloundra M32 Bromelton State Development Area M38
Crestmead/Berrinba M33 Heathwood/Larapinta M39
Gatton North M34 Park Ridge M40
Elimbah East M35 North Maclean M41
Coolum M36

Table 7: Regional activity centres

Centre Areas
Capital city centre Brisbane CBD and frame

Principal regional activity centre Beenleigh Cleveland Robina Toowoomba

Caboolture/ Indooroopilly Southport (Gold Upper Mount
Morayfield Ipswich Coast CBD) Gravatt
Capalaba Maroochydore Springfield
Carindale (Sunshine Coast Springwood
Chermside CBD)

Major regional activity centre Beerwah Coomera Mitchelton Sippy Downs

Broadbeach Flagstone Nambour Strathpine
Browns Plains Goodna Nerang Surfers Paradise
Bundall Helensvale Noosa Toombul/Nundah
Caloundra Kawana North Lakes Toowong
Caloundra South Logan Central Redcliffe Wynnum Central
Coolangatta Logan Hyperdome Ripley Yarrabilba

Principal rural activity centre Beaudesert Gatton

Major rural activity centre Boonah Fernvale Kilcoy

Esk Jimboomba Laidley

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Chapter 1
Table 8: Regional activity centre type

Regional activity centre type

Capital city centre SEQs capital city centre includes the Brisbane CBD and its surrounding frame.

Chapter 2
The area is the civic, social, economic, historic and administrative hub of Queensland;
the regions primary centre of economic activity; and the driver of national and global
competitiveness. It supports a large in-centre residential population due to its high levels
of amenity, services and vibrant day and night time economy.
The centre has a critical outward-facing role in attracting global businesses and
institutions to the region. It accommodates cultural, entertainment, health and education
facilities of national and international significance.

Chapter 3
The centre will continue to be a primary location for creative, knowledge-intensive and
highly skilled enterprises, and provide critical economic and social connections to the
growing AsiaPacific economy.

A
The centres surrounding frame includes Fortitude Valley, South Brisbane, Spring Hill,
NewsteadBowen Hills, Paddington Milton and Woolloongabba. This area supports large

B
residential communities and clusters of knowledge and corporate, energy and resources,
tourism and entertainment, health, and creative and cultural activities.

C
Increasingly, growth and commercial expansion into the frame area will play
an important support role to the CBD.

Grow
The capital city centre will continue to generate and attract a large number of daily
transport trips and remain the focus of the regions public transport system.

Principal regional activity Outside the capital city centre, principal regional activity centres are key focal points for

Prosper
centres employment and services. These centres provide a secondary administrative function
to the capital city, accommodating government offices and service centres of regional
significance.
To compete in a competitive global market, these centres support economically significant

Connect
areas that specialise in outward-focused sectors and services, such as professional,
health, education, cultural and recreational services.
They serve as both creative and knowledge hubs while giving their workforce and resident
catchments access to high-order retail and hospitality functions, and cultural and
entertainment facilities.

Sustain
As major trip generators, these centres usually have existing or planned, dedicated public
transport, such as rail, bus or light rail, and comprise key nodes in the regional public
transport system.

Major regional activity These centres are focal points for sub-regional employment and the delivery of

Live
centres sub-regional services. They provide a third tier administrative function to the capital city
centre, accommodating government branch offices or service centres of sub-regional
significance.
They also contain major concentrations of business and related activities, cultural and
entertainment facilities, and support comparison and convenience retail uses that meet
Chapter 4

the needs of their sub-regional catchments.

As well as their traditional service roles, growth and commercial development increasingly
supports creative and knowledge-intensive businesses to meet the demands of a changing
economy.
These centres are usually located around key suburban or interurban public transport
stations and provide frequent public transport services to link the centre to surrounding
communities.

Principal rural activity These centres are important service and community hubs in rural areas. They support
Chapter 5

centres a sub-regional rural catchment and contain concentrated rural services, as well as
commercial, retail, government and community activities. These centres have excellent
road connections and basic public transport links.

Major rural activity centres These centres are rural towns that provide more than one function to their surrounding
rural catchments. They provide concentrated retail, commercial, community and some
government services. They have excellent road connections and, potentially, public
transport services.
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CHAPTER 3

Responding to global megatrends about the

growing spatial divide and new technology.

GOAL 3: CONNECT
SEQ is a region of more complete and interconnected communities supported by a multimodal and integrated
regional transport system. This system is frequent and reliable, and prioritises public and active transport for
people, and freight networks for goods.
Infrastructure networks and services enable efficient and sustainable development, economic growth and social
benefits throughout the region.

Context
The movement system of SEQ including the method the efficient delivery of social infrastructure, such as
y
and ease of travel, and connections to water, sewer, education, health, justice and public safety, and arts
digital and energy networks is critical to shaping and recreation facilities
and supporting our economy and lifestyle. Integrating digital networks that enable transactions and data
y
transport and land use is fundamental to best practice flow across the economy, and reduce the need for
regional planning. travel
Previous regional plans have sought to reduce car a more efficient, consolidated urban form that
y
dependency in SEQ to achieve more sustainable and integrates housing, economic activity and transport,
fairer communities, offering a genuine choice of travel. reducing overall transport needs.
However, the business as usual (demand-based)
By planning more accessible and complete
approach to infrastructure investment has not moved us
communities, we can give people more sustainable
significantly in that direction.
choices for travel and services, and create an
ShapingSEQ identifies the need to change our transport opportunity to use spare capacity in services where
priorities to achieve a more sustainable, healthier and it exists. Supporting this type of development,
fairer transport system, and so prioritises public and with the timely delivery of services and
active transport. This includes making the most of our infrastructure, will be vital.
existing systems and targeting strategic investment in
This will require a shift in the planning and delivery
new region-shaping infrastructure.
of land use and infrastructure. We will need:
This approach is as much about getting the land
a more concerted approach to integrating transport
y
use right as the transport. Integrated land use and
infrastructure with complementary land use and
infrastructure planning is fundamental to achieving
densities to increase the share of trips made by
community aspirations, economic growth, and efficient
walking, cycling and public transport
and affordable infrastructure delivery. Major transport
infrastructure investments fundamentally affect how a more concerted effort to consider social equity
y

and where we locate future growth. in land use and transport planning
to embrace and adapt to new technologies
y
Integrated planning will support:
and digital infrastructure
the efficient use of existing infrastructure and
y integrated decision-making and investment by
y
cost-effective upgrade or expansion of infrastructure government infrastructure agencies and the private
networks sector
greater use of active and public transport where
y extended and reliable high-frequency public
y
higher density development and key employment transport connections to significantly improve
nodes are supported by high-frequency public accessibility and create more efficient and functional
transport urban environments
the movement of goods and services via key freight
y to understand and consider the demands of the
y
connections whole freight supply chain network when making
land use decisions.
the efficient and timely delivery and operation of
y
energy, water and sewer systems to support growth For further information, see ShapingSEQ Background
in key locations and environmental outcomes paper 3: Connect.

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The next 25 years
Griffith University,

Chapter 1
Gold Coast

Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
B
C
Grow
Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Moving people,
products and
Chapter 6

information efficiently
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Elements and strategies

Element 1: An efficient Strategies
movement system 1 Maximise the safe and efficient use of existing transport infrastructure to support the
People and freight move desired regional settlement pattern and major economic areas.
efficiently around the region, 2 Improve the capacity of the regions public transport system by delivering reliable
maximising community and high-frequency services and connecting these with active transport connections
economic benefits. (Map 4 and 4a).
3 Prioritise efficient and reliable freight movement on key corridors to minimise conflicts
with other transport and land uses (Map 4b).
4 Increase and enhance opportunities to interchange between transport modes across
the network to maximise integration of transport infrastructure and allow for easy
travel.

Element 2: Active Strategies

transport 1 Prioritise active transport as the primary mode in regional activity centres.
Active transport is a favoured, 2 Provide an extensive, convenient and safe active transport network throughout the
practical option for a range of regions urban areas.
trips. 3 Provide active transport connections to existing and planned high-frequency public
transport stops and stations, centres, schools and tertiary education institutions.
4 Design new urban communities to ensure active and public transport are the most
convenient and easiest way to move around, to reduce private vehicle dependence.

Element 3: Integrated Strategies

planning 1 Investigate, plan and deliver a strategic transport system that connects people, places
Infrastructure and land use and employment efficiently with high-frequency passenger transport services (Map 4
planning and delivery are and 4a).
integrated. 2 Investigate, plan and deliver transport solutions to enable the growth of RECs by
connecting regional activity centres, knowledge and technology precincts, and major
enterprise and industrial areas.
3 Coordinate and integrate the planning and delivery of infrastructure and services at
regional, sub-regional and local levels using a consistent set of regional plan growth
assumptions, including the 2041 dwelling supply benchmarks and employment
planning baselines (Figure 7, Table 3 and Appendix A) and supporting assumptions
(see Chapter 5).
4 Integrate infrastructure and local land use planning to maximise access to, use of
and benefits from infrastructure and service upgrades (including, where feasible and
following further investigation, capturing a proportion of associated land value uplift to
help fund the project).
5 Investigate and plan to maximise shared use of vehicles, including through planning
for the introduction of autonomous vehicles.
6 Investigate, plan and deliver wildlife movement, and threat reduction solutions, where
roads and infrastructure intersect with the regional biodiversity network (including
corridors) to protect and provide for the safe movement of wildlife.

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Element 4: Prioritised Strategies
infrastructure 1 Advance region-shaping infrastructure (Table 9) via the State Infrastructure Plan's

Chapter 2
investment planning, prioritisation and delivery framework.
Investment in the regional 2 Support infrastructure solutions as required to enable planned growth areas (i.e. those
infrastructure network is zoned for urban development) to provide an adequate, accessible, and affordable
prioritised to service social urban land supply.
and economic needs in a way 3 Prioritise planning, demand management, technological or other innovative solutions
that integrates with the desired which do not require building of new or upgraded infrastructure to service needs,

Chapter 3
growth pattern. reducing costly infrastructure investments.
4 Identify opportunities to partner with other levels of government and industry
to service needs.
5 Investigate ways of capturing a proportion of any associated land value uplift

A
generated from future inclusions of land in the Urban Footprint (including land in

B
locations currently identified as Potential Future Growth Areas) to help service new
growth areas.

C
Element 5: Regional Strategies

Grow
infrastructure networks 1 Ensure land use and built form support the efficient use of existing regional
Regional infrastructure infrastructure networks, and cost-effective augmentation of infrastructure for energy,
networks are maintained water and sewerage to meet needs.
and enhanced to support the 2 Embrace innovative funding mechanisms to support better infrastructure delivery.

Prosper
regions growth and needs 3 Deliver Infrastructure Coordination Plans and Regional Transport Plans for SEQ to
sustainably, cost-effectively and progress the planning and delivery of the strategic transport system (Maps 4, 4a and
in a timely manner. 4b), and other infrastructure to support the region's growth.

Connect
Element 6: Digital Strategies
infrastructure 1 Support improved digital connections to knowledge and technology precincts, regional
SEQ has a robust digital activity centres, and major enterprise and industrial areas.
infrastructure network to 2 Work with communications providers and the Australian Government to improve digital

Sustain
service business and social infrastructure.
interaction. 3 Maximise the use of digital communications infrastructure to support more flexible
working arrangements.

Live
In maps 4, 4a and 4b:
Existing rail, light rail or busway: existing infrastructure corridors that provide high-frequency public transport.
High-frequency public transport connections: corridors that will provide high-frequency public transport through service
and infrastructure improvements deemed necessary to ensure delivery of a reliable high-frequency public transport
Chapter 4

network.
Public transport investigation: connections that will not be required to be delivered before 2041 but require further
investigation and planning to support an efficient public transport network beyond 2041.
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Map 4: Connect - Strategic public transport system 2041

Map 4 Connect
ShapingSEQ - 31 July Strategic public transport system 2041
2017

!
o
International airport
Gympie Priority region-shaping infrastructure
(see Table 9)
Cross River Rail

See Map 4a
Existing rail, lightrail or busway
Wondai
High-frequency public transport
connection
Noosa
4 4 4 4 Public transport investigation
Regional land use category
Urban Footprint
Kingaroy Rural Living Area
Regional Landscape and Rural
Production Area
Nambour
Maroochydore

Caloundra
Beerwah

Kilcoy

Caboolture West Caboolture

7

Esk Redcliffe

See Map 4a
Crows Nest
Warner
Strathpine
Bracken Ridge
Chermside

Fernvale
Brisbane Carindale
Cleveland
Gatton Capalaba
Toowoomba Ipswich
Laidley Logan Central

Ripley Springfield Beenleigh

16

7
Flagstone
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Yarrabilba Coomera
Jimboomba

Helensvale
Southport
Boonah
Beaudesert
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Map 4a: Connect - Strategic public transport system 2041
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ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017

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o
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(see Table 9) Petrie

Chapter 2
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;
connection
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Grow
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Map 4b: Connect - Strategic road and freight system 2041

Map 4b Connect
ShapingSEQ Strategic road and freight system 2041
- 31 July 2017

!
o
International airport
Gympie
" ! Port of Brisbane

P
! Future intermodal terminal

Wondai P
! Intermodal freight terminal
" Priority region-shaping infrastructure
(see Table 9)
Noosa
" Existing freight corridor (road)
Existing freight corridor (rail)
Future road corridor
Kingaroy Future freight corridor (rail)
"
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Nambour Regional land use category
"
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Maroochydore Rural Living Area
Regional Landscape and Rural
Production Area
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Table 9: Priority region-shaping infrastructure

No. Infrastructure priority Relationship to regional policy

1 Cross River Rail Significantly increases the regional rail networks capacity.
Facilitates employment growth, delivers economic agglomeration
benefits for the region, and supports residential consolidation and
future rail links to planned expansion areas.

2 Options for improved inner-city Supports employment growth in the capital city centre, economic
distribution (to complement Cross River agglomeration benefits for the region and residential consolidation
Rail), including Brisbane Metro in Brisbane.
Enhances growth and intensification of Capital City REC.

3 South East Busway extension to Supports increased dwelling densities and employment growth, e.g.
Springwood (as busway or other around any new busway stations, and more accessible and efficient
priority corridor) public transport.
Busway extension to Springwood enhances growth and intensification
4 Eastern Busway extension to Carindale of Pacific Motorway REC.
and Capalaba (as busway or other
priority corridor)
5 Northern Busway extension to Bracken
Ridge (as busway or other priority
corridor)
6 Enhance the high-frequency public
transport connection between Browns
Plains and the South East Busway
7 Provide frequent public transport Supports increased take-up of planned expansion areas, including
services to planned major expansion higher densities close to any planned stations.
growth areas:
y Caboolture West
y Yarrabilba
8 Dedicated Rail Freight Corridor between Supports increased capacity to manage freight through the Port of
Acacia Ridge and the Port of Brisbane Brisbane and increased economic activity in the region generally.
Enhances growth and intensification of the Australia TradeCoast REC
and potentially a number of other REC including:
y
Western Gateway REC
y
South western component of the Ipswich REC
y
South West Industrial Corridor REC
y
YatalaStapyltonBeenleigh REC.

9 Extension of light rail from Broadbeach Supports increased dwelling densities and employment growth,
to Coolangatta e.g. around any new light rail stations, and more accessible and
efficient public transport.
10 New high-frequency public transport
connection linking Broadbeach via
Bond University to Robina
11 High frequency public transport Supports increased dwelling densities and employment growth,
services from Maroochydore to e.g. around any new public transport stations, and more accessible
Caloundra to Beerwah and efficient public transport.
Supports increased take-up of planned expansion areas, including
higher densities close to any planned stations.

12 Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade Relieve pressure on the strategic road network and will improve
Project freight efficiency.

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No. Infrastructure priority Relationship to regional policy
13 Ipswich to Springfield Public Transport Supports increased take-up of expansion areas, including higher
densities close to any planned stations.

Chapter 2
Corridor (including the extension of
the public transport corridor to Ripley Reduces demand on Ipswich Motorway.
Valley)
14 Toowoomba Second Range Crossing Takes heavy freight traffic out of the centre of Toowoomba, supporting
higher density, inner urban renewal and improved liveability.
Supports greater efficiency and economic growth through a dedicated

Chapter 3
freight corridor that bypasses the Toowoomba town centre.

15 The Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail Supports increased capacity to manage freight through SEQ generally
and specific opportunities in major enterprise and industrial areas
in Scenic Rim, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley and Toowoomba such as

A
Toowoomba Enterprise Hub (Charlton Wellcamp). Potentially enhances

B
existing RECs or catalyse new RECs.

C
Allows for long-term intent for an improved passenger rail connection
between Brisbane and Toowoomba.

Grow
16 Salisbury to Flagstone Passenger Rail Supports increased take-up of planned expansion growth, including
(following the Salisbury to Beaudesert higher densities close to any planned stations.
Corridor)

Prosper
17 Bromelton NorthSouth Arterial Road, Supports the movement of freight traffic to the Bromelton State
as part of the Mount Lindesay Highway Development Area and supports greater efficiency and economic
upgrade growth through a dedicated freight route that bypasses the
Beaudesert town centre.

Connect
The criteria used to determine the above region-shaping infrastructure is provided in ShapingSEQ Background paper 3: Connect.

Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Freight vehicle at
Chapter 6

Lytton Industrial
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CHAPTER 3

Integrating ShapingSEQ and State Infrastructure Plan

ShapingSEQ provides strategic direction through ShapingSEQ was prepared in collaboration with local
integrated land use and infrastructure planning to governments, key industry groups and the wider
deliver a sustainable, prosperous and liveable region. community to ensure the aspirations of all regional
stakeholders were considered. The role of the SEQ
Integrated land use and infrastructure planning ensures
Regional Planning Committee has been broadened to
infrastructure constraints and capacity guide land
oversee the alignment of state and local government
use decisions, and desired land use outcomes are
priorities.
supported by infrastructure. State Infrastructure Plan
(SIP) (Part B) updates will be informed by ShapingSEQ. Further information on the integration of ShapingSEQ
and the SIP is provided in Chapter 4.
Figure 17 illustrates the relationship between
ShapingSEQ and SIP. Table 10 compares SIPs principles
with ShapingSEQ.

15 years + 15 years

SIP Program
Future opportunities
SIP Program
Infrastructure
Infrastructure

14 year pipeline
coordination plans
SIP strategy (LGA) Infrastructure
State agency delivery
infrastructure plans Market-led
Local government proposals
Queensland infrastructure plans
Government
goals
Shapes and responds to
Economy
Community
Environment
Settlement pattern
and urban form

Planning schemes
ShapingSEQ Local plans Development
SEQ Regional Plan Structure plans delivery

Figure 17: ShapingSEQ and SIP relationship

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Chapter 1
Table 10: SIP principles

SIP principles ShapingSEQ response

Making better use y
Improve frequency and level of service of the strategic transport system.

Chapter 2
of our existing y
Focus on locations with spare capacity in existing infrastructure or those which can be
infrastructure and cost-effectively augmented.
being smarter in how y
Increases in residential consolidation to allow for better access to employment via activity
we plan to cater for centres and high-frequency passenger transport.
growth y
New urban growth areas leverage existing infrastructure and plan to maximise use of public
and active transport.

Chapter 3
Better integration of y
Transport and data linkages within and between RECs to support economic interactions.
land use planning, y
Public transport networks integral to accommodate growth and facilitate access to and
infrastructure and between employment areas.
economic planning

A
y
Focusing on consolidation allows more people to live near public transport and employment.
for a united approach y
Informed by ShapingSEQ priorities, outcomes delivered through Infrastructure Coordination

B
Plans, Regional Transport Plans and other agency infrastructure plans.

C
y
SEQ City Deal and the Cross River Rail Economic Development Investment Plan recognised as
major implementation actions.

Grow
y
Consistent growth assumptions support coordination of infrastructure planning at regional,
sub-regional and local levels.

Enabling greater y
Articulates region-shaping infrastructure priorities that are open to market-led responses.
innovation and

Prosper
y
Innovation in how the region-shaping infrastructure needs are serviced.
market-led y
Encourages better integration of land use and transport project planning to optimise value
responses in our creation, with the gains shared to more effectively fund and finance infrastructure.
future challenges

Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6

Buranda busway
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Building a quality public transport

network
Moving people efficiently and sustainably is a
priority for ShapingSEQ in achieving its economic,
environmental and social outcomes.
To support these outcomes, Goal 3: Connect
gives priority to delivering a network of connected,
high-frequency public transport services to encourage
increased use of public transport. Connect Maps 4 and
4a show the high-frequency public transport system
to 2041 and outlines the geographic distribution of
high-frequency public transport services to support
population growth in consolidation and expansion
areas.
Greater use of public transport depends on significant
behaviour change. Influencing such behaviour change
depends on having in place reliable, high-frequency
services across a well-connected network.
ShapingSEQ identifies infrastructure priorities by
identifying a network of high-frequency public transport
services to support growth to 2041. Whether it is
construction of new rail lines or installation of bus
CityCat on
priority measures, knowing where high-frequency
Brisbane River,
connections are planned will assist this process. Brisbane

Regional Transport Plans

Regional Transport Plans (RTPs) are being prepared This will support a system that prioritises passenger
and delivered by the Department of Transport and and active transport and the economic function of the
Main Roads for each of its 12 districts. RTPs are being transport network. The RTPs are being developed to
prepared for the Metropolitan District, North Coast guide transport planning and support these aspects
District, South Coast District and Darling Downs of ShapingSEQ (Figure 18).
District, which cover the SEQ region.
RTPs will tackle the transport challenges and set the
ShapingSEQ aims to integrate land use planning region on a path to a sustainable transport system.
and the transport systems that move people and To support this journey, the RTPs will build upon the
goods. Goal 3: Connect and its supporting elements regional vision and goals established in ShapingSEQ,
and strategies recognise the importance guiding how we respond to future land use patterns,
of supporting the regional land use pattern with transport needs and technologies.
an integrated regional transport system.
2016 2041

ShapingSEQ 25-year planning horizon

Sets the land use pattern for SEQ

Goals, elements and strategies

2031

Regional Transport Plans

Set the priorities and objectives for the 15-year development horizon
transport system within each region

Figure 18: ShapingSEQ and RTPs

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Chapter 1
Promoting active
transport
ShapingSEQ promotes active

Chapter 2
transport as an effective means
of connecting people with places
locally, supporting healthy
living, minimising impact on
the environment and reducing
congestion.

Chapter 3
The Queensland Governments
vision for cycling, as set out in the
Queensland Cycle Strategy 2011
2021, is for more cycling, more

A
often, on safe direct and connected

B
routes.

C
Well-designed streets, paths and
public spaces that provide physical

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Figure 19: The many roles of active transport
separation from motorised traffic,
way finding, adequate shade and
amenities play an important role
in encouraging people to walk and

Prosper
ride as an everyday activity.
Promoting active transport as a
favoured, practical option in SEQ

Connect
means prioritising connections to
support walking and cycling so as
to maximise accessibility to and
from employment, educational

Sustain
institutions such as schools and
universities, public transport stops
and stations and centres (Figure 19).
Delivering a well-connected and

Live
safe active transport network occurs
at a fine-grain level. An important
tool in delivering active transport
networks are Principal Cycle
Network Plans, and accompanying
Chapter 4

Priority Route Maps, developed

and regularly updated by the
Department of Transport and Main
Roads. These plans show the core
routes needed to get more people
cycling, more often.
Chapter 5

Cyclists
on Kurilpa
Bridge,
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CHAPTER 3

Responding to global megatrends about increased

urbanisation, the growing spatial divide, resource
dependency, pressure on biodiversity, and climate

GOAL 4: SUSTAIN
change and disaster resilience.

SEQs biodiversity, natural assets and regional landscapes are protected and nurtured to sustain our regions
strong and diverse communities. These communities are safe, fair, sustainable, resilient and prepared for
climate change.
Together, our environment and communities will ensure future generations enjoy a high-quality of life and
affordable living options.

Context
ShapingSEQ is based on the understanding that our As development in SEQ has expanded, our natural
region relies on its environmental assets to support assets have experienced increasing pressure from
our communities and lifestyles. In turn, more socially population growth and land clearing. Fragmentation
successful communities support our economy. and degradation of natural corridors and habitats
has resulted in significant decline of certain species.
SEQs communities depend on their natural assets
Climate change will also increase pressure on the
and regional landscapes to support their lifestyles.
health of these natural assets.
ShapingSEQ recognises the need to identify, protect
and manage these values to ensure they continue to ShapingSEQ recognises the need to identify and protect
contribute to the regions liveability, health and economy. our natural assets, to build resilience in habitats and
species to deal with climate impacts and to re-connect
SEQs rich mix of natural assets include:
wildlife habitat corridors across the landscape.
Moreton Bay (Quandamooka) including Moreton
y
It also recognises relevant international environmental
Island (Mulgumpin), North Stradbroke Island
agreements and conventions relevant to land use
(Minjerribah), the Southern Moreton Bay Islands and
planning in SEQ including the Ramsar Convention on
South Stradbroke Island
Wetlands of International Importance and the World
marine waters and ecosystems such as coral reef
y Heritage Convention Concerning the Protection of the
rich and diverse plants and animals including critical
y World Cultural and Natural Heritage.
habitat for endangered species
Cultural heritage is important to Aboriginal and Torres
waterways, wetlands and estuaries including the
y Strait Islander people as it provides present and future
southern portion of the Great Sandy Strait and generations with a sense of identity and connection to
Cooloola Coast Country. Traditional Owners in SEQ have an important
dunes and beaches
y role to play in sustainable management of the regions
coastal wetlands and mangroves
y cultural heritage landscapes.
lush rainforest, tall forests, woodland and grasslands
y The region also has a strong history of voluntary
mountain ranges including Gondwana rainforest
y community action, supported by industry and
government investment. Engaging and supporting
highly fertile and arable agricultural soils
y
the community to achieve regional goals by planning,
cultural and iconic landscapes such as the Glass
y
implementing and monitoring local actions is a key to
House Mountains. creating and maintaining sustainable communities.
Koalas are an iconic species that require increased The strategies outlined in the following section provide
attention and action from government, industry and further guidance on the values that are important for
the community to ensure their long-term survival. SEQs long-term sustainability, how to maximise its
ShapingSEQ puts strategies in place to improve koala lifestyle opportunities, and how those opportunities
conservation and identifies the need for a new effective will be delivered spatially.
SEQ koala conservation strategy.
Planning for growth and change in the region
Our regional landscapes contain a wide range of provides opportunities for productive, happy, healthy,
values, including biodiversity, rural production, meaningful lives for individuals and communities.
natural economic resources, scenic amenity, cultural
landscapes and outdoor recreation. These values For further information, see ShapingSEQ Background
contribute to SEQ being one of the most biodiverse and paper 4: Sustain.
liveable regions in Australia.

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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
B
C
Grow
Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Promoting
ecological
and social
Chapter 6

sustainability
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Elements and strategies

Element 1: Aboriginal Strategies
and Torres Strait 1 Recognise and reflect the economic and social needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples Islander communities in land use planning through consultation and engagement with
those communities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples are engaged 2 Recognise and reflect the procedural rights of Traditional Owners to be consulted at the
and their culture is respected outset and involved in land use planning for matters that may affect their rights.
and reflected in planning for the 3 Engage Traditional Owners to enable their cultural knowledge and connection to
region. land and seascapes to be included in planning for communities and the sustainable
management of cultural and natural resources (Map 5a and Table 11a).

Element 2: Biodiversity Strategies

The regional biodiversity 1 Protect regional biodiversity values, and the ecological processes that support them,
network is protected and from inappropriate development (Map 5b and Table 11b).
enhanced to support the natural 2 Maintain and enhance the value and connectivity of regional biodiversity corridors
environment and contribute to a to optimise biodiversity conservation outcomes (Map 5b and Table 11b).
sustainable region.
3 Avoid fragmentation of regional biodiversity corridors and rehabilitate degraded areas
to maintain habitat and support fauna movement.
4 Focus coordinated planning, management and investment, including offset delivery,
in the regional biodiversity network.

Element 3: Koala Strategies

conservation 1 Identify and protect areas to support viable koala populations that are distributed
A network of interconnected widely across SEQ in rural, rural residential and urban landscapes.
koala habitat is maintained to 2 Focus coordinated planning, with management and investment programs, to maintain
sustain SEQs koala population and enhance the extent and quality of koala habitat and the viability and abundance
over the long-term. of koalas across the region.

Element 4: Regional Strategies

landscapes 1 Protect the values of inter-urban breaks, while providing for a range of activities
Regional landscape values compatible with their predominantly rural or natural character (Map 5c and Table 11b).
and functions are sustainably 2 Protect and rehabilitate culturally significant places in the regional landscape
managed and provide social, (Table 11b).
environmental, cultural and 3 Protect regional scenic amenity areas from development that would compromise their
economic benefits to the value (Map 5c and Table 11b).
region.
4 Protect and enhance the regional greenspace network, including through innovative
approaches, to meet the recreational and outdoor needs of the community (Map 5c and
Table 11b).

Element 5: Water Strategies

sensitive communities 1 Protect and sustainably manage the regions catchments to ensure the quality and
Water management in SEQ will quantity of water in our waterways, aquifers, wetlands, estuaries, Moreton Bay and
use innovative approaches in oceans meets the needs of the environment, industry and community.
urban, rural and natural areas to 2 Plan for a water sensitive region by supporting innovation in water cycle management
enhance and protect the health that increases the efficient use of water, security of supply, addresses climate change
of waterways, wetlands, coast and manages impacts on waterways and Moreton Bay.
and bays.

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Chapter 1
Element 6: Natural Strategies
economic resources 1 Conserve agricultural areas, including those which provide communities with an

Chapter 2
The regions natural economic affordable supply of fresh food, food security and export earning potential (Map 5d and
resources are managed Table 11b).
sustainably and efficiently to 2 Protect and manage the regions limited extractive resources, such as sand and quarry
meet the needs of existing and rock, to ensure the ready availability of construction materials to support cost-effective
future communities. development into the future (Map 5d and Table 11b).
3 Protect and enhance the regions native and plantation forests in the Regional

Chapter 3
Landscape and Rural Production Area.
4 Protect, enhance and sustainably manage estuarine and freshwater habitats to sustain
fish stock levels and maximise fisheries production for the ongoing benefit of the
environment and community.

A
5 Protect the regions drinking water catchments and aquifer recharge areas from

B
inappropriate development to avoid compromising the delivery of a safe, secure and
cost-effective drinking water supply (Map 5d and Table 11b).

C
Element 7: Health and Strategies

Grow
wellbeing 1 Design communities to be walkable, attractive and comfortable, and have
Communities are designed high-amenity environments consistent with the elements and strategies of the
and supported by social Live theme.
infrastructure and natural 2 Ensure that all communities have adequate and appropriate social infrastructure.

Prosper
assets to provide healthy, 3 Protect areas that supply high levels of ecosystem services from inappropriate
liveable places that promote development and other irreversible impacts.
mental and physical wellbeing.
4 Ensure the community has adequate access to sport and recreation opportunities
that use the regions natural assets sustainably and do not compromise the regions

Connect
biodiversity values.
5 Enhance community connections through investment in arts, recreation, education,
health, public safety and social housing facilities.

Element 8: Fairness Strategies

Sustain
Communities are places where 1 Ensure communities have suitable access to frequent and reliable public transport,
people can access transport, as well as walking and biking options, to allow access to employment, education and
education, jobs, services, green services locally and more broadly.
space, and family and friends in 2 Identify social needs through the land use and infrastructure planning process

Live
a way that is fair and equitable to address socio-economic disadvantage.
to all.
3 Provide various affordable living options, accounting for the cost of housing and
transport, and also consider household energy and the real costs to the broader
community.
4 Engage communities in land use planning processes.
Chapter 4

Element 9: Climate Strategies

change 1 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by adopting patterns of urban development that
The effects of climate change reduce the need and distance to travel and that encourages the use of active and public
are managed to optimise safety transport.
and resilience for communities 2 Incorporate affordable renewable energy, low emissions technology and energy
and the natural environment. efficiency measures into the planning and development of communities, buildings and
transport systems.
Chapter 5

3 Support local strategies that contribute to the regions transition to a low carbon future
and that implement effective climate change adaptation measures.
4 Enhance the resilience and capacity of natural assets to adapt to climate change and
buffer people, infrastructure and biodiversity from the impact of extreme events.
5 Use disaster risk management planning, adaptation strategies and avoidance of
exposure to high-risk areas to minimise SEQs vulnerability to climate change impacts.
Chapter 6

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Element 10: Safety Strategies

Communities are designed 1 Design communities that acknowledge and appreciate diversity and provide interactive
and equipped to be safe, public and open spaces to cultivate a sense of place and community belonging
hazard-resilient places. consistent with the elements and strategies of the Live goal.
2 Integrate community safety considerations into development design and delivery,
including Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles.
3 Maintain and improve natural assets that can mitigate risks associated with natural
processes, and hazards such as flooding, salinity, landslide and bushfire.
4 Use disaster risk management planning and adaptation strategies (such as the
Queensland Strategy for Disaster Resilience), and avoidance of exposure to high-risk
areas to minimise SEQs vulnerability to development constraints and natural hazards.

Element 11: Affordable Strategies

living 1 Plan for a greater number and broader range of dwellings closer to jobs and services to
Communities have access support affordable living options.
to affordable living options 2 Use the planning system to increase housing choice and diversity, and remove
which take into account the unnecessary regulatory costs.
cost of housing, transport and 3 Provide greater mobility and employment choices that support affordable living.
associated infrastructure costs.
4 Promote an adequate and diverse supply of affordable housing in well-serviced
locations.
5 Ensure that new development creates communities where residents can remain
throughout their life and age in place.
6 Investigate opportunities to use state- and council-owned land in underutilised or
inner-urban areas to provide affordable or social housing.
7 Explore innovative approaches to minimise resource use in new development.

Affordable living
Affordable living is about more than just the cost
of housing. It takes into account a range of factors,
including size, type and cost of housing we choose, Broader
how we move around and the resources we use costs to the
(Figure 20). community*

The analysis used to inform ShapingSEQ showed

that while houses on the outer fringe of urban areas Travel and Travel and
can offer more affordable housing options, the energy energy
journey-to-work costs increase the total cost of living
to more than 30 per cent of total household incomes
in some areas.
Alternatively, some areas closer to well-established
Household Household Household
centres offer less affordable housing options but have
purchase/ purchase/ purchase/
significantly lower journey-to-work costs, making rental rental rental
the total cost of living as low as 15 per cent of total
household incomes.
ShapingSEQ aims to achieve more affordable living
by encouraging jobs close to where people live, Cost of Cost to live Cost to live
promoting more housing close to jobs and supporting housing (household) and service
the delivery of critical transport infrastructure (household) (household and
connecting the two. community)
Figure 20: Affordable living factors
Further analysis of this concept as it relates to SEQ * Infrastructure funded by government and not recouped through
is provided in the ShapingSEQ Background paper 4: infrastructure charging arrangements.

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Sustain Map 5a: Indigenous landscape values
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2017
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Chapter 2
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Habitation site

Meeting keeping place

Wondai Ceremonial place

Noosa
Battle place

Healing site

Chapter 3
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Kingaroy Women's place

Mission site
Nambour
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A
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B
C
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Grow
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Prosper
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Connect
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Sustain
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Toowoomba

Live
Laidley
Ipswich Logan Central
Springfield
Beenleigh

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Chapter 4

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Coomera

Boonah Beaudesert

Robina
Coolangatta
Chapter 5

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Warwick
Kingscliff
Murwillumbah

New South Wales

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Map 5b: Sustain - Regional biodiversity network

Map 5b Sustain Regional biodiversity network
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017
Protected area

Gympie Matters of state environmental

significance
Regional biodiversity value
Regional biodiversity corridor
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Chapter 2
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Map 5d: Sustain - Natural economic resource areas

Map 5d Sustain
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- 31 July 2017
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State forest
Key resource area

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Regional land use category
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Chapter 1
Table 11a: Indigenous landscape values

Indigenous landscape values (Map 5a)

Landscape areas that hold cultural, spiritual and environmental significance for Indigenous peoples and Traditional Owners.

Indigenous landscape values

Chapter 2
Boundaries, pathways, totemic and iconic species, food and medicinal species,
spiritual landscapes, womens and mens places, ceremonial places, battle sites,
meeting and keeping places, healing places, mission sites, habitation sites and
water places that can be mapped with the appropriate permission. Additional
cultural resource values to be identified and managed in consultation with
appropriate Traditional Owners and through the Cultural Heritage Database
(www.datsip.qld.gov.au). Landscapes that contain these elements are often

Chapter 3
overlapped by contemporary non-Indigenous (European) landscape planning
or require additional consideration.

Table 11b: Landscape areas and natural assets

A
Landscape area or natural assets Definition

B
C
Regional biodiversity network (Map 5b)
Natural assets that contribute to the maintenance of ecological processes and biodiversity at a regional scale that are critical
for the environment, society and economy. The relationship between these assets forms an important ecological network

Grow
that contains matters of state environmental significance as well as regional biodiversity values, reflecting SEQs status as a
highly biodiverse metropolitan region. The natural assets that make up this network consist of the following components.

Matters of state environmental Matters of state environmental significance (MSES) as defined by the SPP.

Prosper
significance Note: Where possible, MSES is indicatively shown on the SPP Interactive Mapping
System.

Regional biodiversity values Regional biodiversity values have been mapped in SEQ and identify:

Connect
y
large tracts of vegetation
y
aquatic connectivity
y
areas of species richness and diversity
y
areas of ecosystem representation and uniqueness

Sustain
y
climate adaptation zones and refugia.
These values (further defined on page 90) are critical at a regional level to enable
the protection of interacting ecosystem functions and their associated species and
diversity. These values are to be investigated and refined by local government for

Live
protection as matters of local environmental significance (MLES). This is in addition
to protecting those areas identified as having MSES. These areas are important as
they contribute to an ecologically sound and resilient regional network of habitats
and corridors.

Regional biodiversity corridors Regional biodiversity corridors connect or improve connectivity through targeted
Chapter 4

rehabilitation of natural assets, including between existing areas of MSES or

regional biodiversity values; they are important for the resilience of the region.
These corridors are to be investigated and refined by local government for
consideration as MLES where MSES does not already exist.
Note: Corridors mapped within the Urban Footprint follow existing natural landforms
such as waterways e.g. Pine River to Hays Inlet.

Koala habitat Areas of remnant vegetation and regrowth supporting regional ecosystems known to
contain koala habitat values. The range of koala habitat values, based on the latest
Chapter 5

information, will be identified through improved koala habitat mapping, which is

intended to be prepared as part of the SEQ Koala Conservation Strategy. Refer to
Chapter 4.
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Landscape area or natural assets Definition

Regional biodiversity values are further defined below.

Large tracts of vegetation Large intact areas of high ecological integrity which contain many ecosystem
functions contributing to the regions ongoing biodiversity.
Benefits: Large viable areas of vegetation sustain viable populations of native flora
and fauna, and buffer the region from extreme events and the impacts of climate
change.

Terrestrial connectivity Vegetation that allows for the interaction between large intact areas.
Benefits: Allows for movement, breeding opportunities and genetic diversity of the
fauna and flora within the large intact areas. Includes proximity and stepping stone
vegetation.

Areas of high species richness Areas that support a broad range and large populations of the regions species.
and diversity Benefits: Maintenance of unique ecological and often highly biodiverse
environments.

Areas of ecosystem Areas that support a broad representation of the regions ecosystems, all with their
representation and uniqueness own different set of functions that contribute to overall regional biodiversity.
Benefits: Resilience and economic opportunities for tourism and pharmaceutical and
other industries.

Climate adaptation zones and Large tracts and corridors that contain refugia, i.e. areas in the landscape buffered
refugia from extreme weather by features such as dense leaf cover, hills and gullies, and
permanent water bodies.
Benefits: Enhanced resilience and capacity to adapt to climate change impacts.

Aquatic connectivity Aquatic areas that have appropriate connectivity between other wetlands.
Benefits: Habitat, refugia, water purification and groundwater recharge for the
environment and other uses such as agriculture.
Regional landscape values (Map 5c)
Areas with the highest confluence of multiple regional landscape values and ecosystem services.
Benefits include concentration of multiple landscape values, functions, ecosystem services and community benefits.

Scenic amenity areas Landscape areas identified by the SEQ regional amenity methodology as having
scenic amenity value.
Benefits: Physical and mental health and wellbeing, tourism, sense of place and
community cohesion.

Inter-urban breaks Non-urban areas that differentiate major urban development areas.
Benefits: Enhanced community and sub-regional identity and sense of place,
definition of landscape corridors, agriculture and forestry; potential provision of land
for public recreation and other ecosystem services close to population centres.
Note: Refer to sub-regional directions for identification of inter-urban breaks.

Culturally significant places Places which are important for preserving non-Indigenous sociocultural and historic
connections. These include those places listed on the Queensland Heritage Register
and considered under the SPP. For more information on heritage sites listed on the
Register visit www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/heritage/register.

Regional greenspace network Publicly owned or managed land that the community generally has a legal right to
access. Regional recreation trails also form part of the regional greenspace network.
Trails can offer excellent recreation opportunities to families, bicycle tourists,
mountain bike riders, historical enthusiasts, horse riders and walkers.
Benefits: Improved community health and wellbeing through physical activity, direct
experience of landscapes and nature, social interaction, increased employment and
liveability.
Note: Refer to sub-regional directions for identification of regional greenspace
networks.
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Landscape area or natural assets Definition
Natural economic resource areas (Map 5d)
Landscape areas that support agriculture, rural industries, forestry, fisheries, extractive resources, minerals and water

Chapter 2
supply.

Agricultural land Important agricultural resources, including Agricultural Land Classification (classes
A and B), and Important Agricultural Areas. This mapping supports and strengthens
the state interest for agriculture, particularly the guidelines to avoid or mitigate
irreversible impacts.

Key resource areas Extractive resources such as sand, gravel, rock, clay and soil. This supports the state

Chapter 3
interest in mining and extractive resources. For the most up to date information on
key resource areas, refer to the SPP and associated mapping.

Fish habitat areas Selected inshore and estuarine fish habitats to be protected to sustain local and
regional fisheries. All habitat types (e.g. vegetation, sand bars and rocky headlands)

A
within a declared Fish Habitat Area are protected equally from direct physical

B
disturbance and coastal development. This supports and strengthens the Fisheries
Act 1994.

C
Forestry Includes state forest and timber reserve areas, and other state land available for the

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supply of timber and other forest products.

Water resource catchments Catchments (including aquifer recharge areas) that supply water for human
consumption, intended primarily for drinking, whether or not the water is used for
other purposes.

Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
Chapter 4
Chapter 5

Woodlands
Chapter 6

of Marburg,
Forestry, Sunshine Coast
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Responding to global megatrends about the

increased urbanisation; the growing spatial divide;
health, aging and changing preferences; and global

GOAL 5: LIVE
connectedness.

SEQ is a region of great places that respond to our outstanding climate based on good design that creates an
urban form delivering year-round outdoor and energy-efficient living in a leafy, subtropical landscape.

Context
This theme is all about achieving better design Trees, green spaces and waterways help create a strong
and place-making outcomes in SEQ. sense of place, and are essential to the healthy ecology
of subtropical places and their communities.
As the region grows and we seek to accommodate
more people in our urban environments, the value of The Live goal explores critical considerations for
high-amenity urban places will become increasingly creating enjoyable, diverse and attractive subtropical
important. Good design will be fundamental to creating places that will continue to contribute to SEQs
these places. unique lifestyle. It recognises the value of design
and place-making in shaping distinctive and positive
SEQs subtropical climate contributes greatly to the
communities, and the role of amenity in the lives we
quality of life we enjoy. SEQ is one of the few places
lead. Combined, these two factors underpin liveability.
in the world that supports outdoor living all year
round. Good design allows us to take advantage of this For further information, see ShapingSEQ Background
comfortable climate and to create places where we can paper 5: Live.
live close to nature in buildings that use less energy.
This contributes to an affordable and healthy lifestyle
for all.
SEQs distinctive vegetation allows us to create
places that are instantly recognisable and part of our
landscape heritage. It also provides access to trees and
green areas in urban environments that improve our
physical and mental wellbeing.
Well-planned and maintained urban greening supports
community health and well-being, as well as urban
wildlife and flora. It can also help manage stormwater
quantity and quality, contribute to air quality,
reduce urban heat island effect, promote urban food
production, enhance views, and increase visual privacy
between buildings.

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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
A
B
C
Grow
Prosper
Connect
Sustain
Live
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Chapter 5

Living
in better
designed
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Elements and strategies

Element 1: Valuing good Strategies
design 1 Ensure high-quality design for all development, particularly higher densities.
Great subtropical and 2 Deliver well-designed development in accordance with QDesign and QCompanion
temperate design underpins (see Chapter 4 for further information).
SEQ urban places. 3 Ensure good quality design is embedded in the planning system.

Element 2: Working Strategies

with the weather 1 Orient urban form to optimise user comfort naturally and provide low-energy, low-cost
SEQs climate-derived character living.
delivers new models of 2 Create indoor and outdoor spaces that provide easy access to comfortable outdoor
subtropical, energy-efficient living throughout the year.
living. 3 Create urban places that contribute to activity and life on the street through building
layout design and architectural features.
4 Promote adaptable living spaces for climatic comfort by providing movable elements,
such as windows that open and bi-fold doors.

Element 3: Inspiration Strategies

from local character 1 Identify and conserve local landscape, heritage and cultural assets, including
The communities of SEQ Indigenous landscape values, and where appropriate, integrate or adaptively re-use
demonstrate a strong respect them in building, streets and spaces.
for their heritage, distinct 2 Work respectfully with natural topography to create development that contributes
context and local character. positively to the environmental and visual experience of a place.
3 Explore the appropriate use of building materials to create contemporary design that
adds to a local areas character and diversity.
4 Work with the characteristics, traditions and values of the local community to create a
distinctive local character and contributory community value.

Element 4: Working Strategies

with natural systems 1 Respect and add to local landscape character and ecological diversity to create places
The liveability and that demonstrate a strong respect for nature (for example, koala-friendly design
sustainability of SEQs urban protects, manages and helps integrate this threatened species).
environments are enhanced by 2 Conserve and protect significant trees, plants of scale and significant species, as
incorporating urban greening valuable community assets and use these features to enhance local character.
networks. 3 Use extensive native vegetation and large shade trees in public spaces and along
streets to encourage walking and cycling, and comfortable use of the outdoors.
4 Work with the regions landscapes and waterways to deal with water management and
urban heat island effects sustainably, provide urban-scale recreational resources and
support small-scale urban food production by residents.

Element 5: Creating Strategies

legible and connected 1 Use existing streets and spaces to create places that are part of a well-connected
streets and spaces network with simple and direct links.
An integrated network of streets 2 Deliver a range of street and space scales that easily and comfortably accommodate
and spaces creates connectivity the needs of all users.
and supports economically 3 Design streets and spaces to be fit for purpose, reflecting their role within the wider
vibrant communities. urban context.
4 Use appropriate vegetation, large trees and awnings in public spaces and along streets
to provide shade and shelter for the community as places to spend time, whether for
walking, socialising or riding a bike.

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Element 6: Embedding Strategies
opportunities for 1 Provide facilities to enable communities to be more resilient and self-sufficient by

Chapter 2
adaptation and change embedding opportunities for food to be homegrown and water and energy to be locally
sourced.
Buildings, streets and spaces
have inbuilt flexibility and 2 Create flexible buildings, streets and spaces that are capable of adapting to new uses
adaptability to accommodate and user needs over time.
new uses and users in the 3 Create places capable of accommodating individual needs throughout their whole life,
long-term. adopting design principles to specifically address the needs of children, older people

Chapter 3
and people with disabilities.
4 Design places to be resource efficient, durable and low maintenance to reduce energy
demand and therefore costs in construction and maintenance in the long-term.

A
Element 7: The power of Strategies
place-making

B
1 Support local government and community place-making efforts in urban areas and
Great place-making in SEQ rural towns, to enhance SEQs reputation for liveability, subtropical and temperate

C
creates and improves urban design, economic vitality, and our commitment to great design and community
places and rural towns that involvement in place-making (Map 6 and Table 12).

Grow
successfully reinforce local and 2 Promote an ethos of place-making that unlocks the creativity and potential of local
regional identity and create communities to become part of making these places great. This may involve initiatives
social and economic dividends such as:
for our communities. a) quick, inexpensive and temporary experimentation in the nature and

Prosper
use of streets and public spaces (referred to as tactical urbanism)
b) shared spaces that encourage collaboration
c) new models of inclusive decision-making for local community focus areas
d) new ways to involve young people in projects

Connect
e) fostering a culture of entrepreneurship.

ShapingSEQ supports the creation of great places throughout the region. While local in scale, collectively these

Sustain
places provide a focus on urban quality of regional importance, as they contribute to a more socially cohesive
and economically successful region.
Great places are built environments that provide focal points which foster a range of activities including
shopping, socialising dining and recreation and contribute to local identity and economies. The great places

Live
identified in Table 12 and on the following map have been nominated by the regions local governments based
on their place-making programs and aspirations for future great places. It is intended to be an indicative rather
than exhaustive list.
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Some of SEQs great places

Table 12: Some great places
1 Amity Point village 33 Logan Central
2 Beaudesert town centre 34 Logan Road precinct, Woolloongabba
3 Beenleigh Town Square 35 Logan Village
4 Beerwah town centre 36 Maleny main street
5 Boonah town centre 37 Maple Street, Cooroy
6 Boundary Street, West End 38 Mapleton main street
7 Brisbane CBD 39 Montville main street
8 Broadbeach business centre 40 Mooloolaba esplanade and spit
9 Bulcock Street and Caloundra city centre 41 Mudgeeraba Village
10 Capalaba centre 42 Nambour town centre
11 Cleveland town centre 43 Ocean Street and Maroochydore city centre
12 Coolangatta coastal community and foreshore 44 Oxford Street, Bulimba
13 Dayboro town centre 45 Palmwoods town centre
14 Dunwich town 46 Paradise Point neighbourhood and village
15 Eumundi village centre 47 Point Lookout
16 Flaxton main street 48 Redcliffe foreshore and Bee Gees Way
17 Fortitude Valley malls (Chinatown Mall and Brunswick 49 Ripley town centre
Street Mall)
18 Gallery Walk, Tamborine Mountain 50 Robina and Bond University/Varsity Central
19 Gold Coast Cultural Precinct 51 Rosewood town centre
20 Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct 52 Samford Village
21 Goodna town centre 53 Sippy Downs town centre and university
22 Hastings Street, Noosa 54 South Bank
23 Ipswich city centre 55 Southport/Broadwater Parklands
24 James Street, Burleigh Heads 56 Springfield town centre
25 Jimboomba town centre 57 Springwood centre
26 Kawana town centre and hospital 58 Surfers Paradise business centre
27 Kedron Brook Road, Wilston 59 The Mill at Moreton Bay
28 Kenilworth town centre 60 Toowoomba city centre
29 Kilcoy town centre 61 Wellington Point Village
30 Kings Beach, Caloundra 62 Woodford township
31 Laidley town centre 63 Yandina main street
32 Landsborough town centre

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PART B:
The regional growth pattern SEQ regulatory provisions
The regional growth pattern provides a spatial context Statutory regional planning in SEQ has been
for ShapingSEQs goals, elements and strategies. accompanied by regulation since October 2004.

It provides a framework for: delivering consolidated Regulation plays a critical role in ensuring ShapingSEQ
policy is delivered through development assessment.
urban and rural residential growth; a more compact
urban form featuring well-planned and more complete For the previous SEQ regional plans, this regulation was
communities; economic agglomeration; and the in the form of regional plan regulatory provisions in 2005
and a state planning instrument known as the State
protection and sustainable use of SEQs natural assets,
Planning Regulatory Provisions (SPRP) in 2009.
landscapes and productive rural areas.
A draft SPRP, which accompanied the draft ShapingSEQ,
It allocates all land in SEQ into one of three regional was released for public notification in October 2016.
land use categories:
With the commencement of the Planning Act 2016 on
Regional Landscape and Rural Production Area
y 3 July 2017, SPRPs were repealed, and their regulation
Urban Footprint
y transitioned into the Planning Regulation 2017.
Rural Living Area.
y The Planning Regulation 2017 now contains the SEQ
regulatory provisions which accompany ShapingSEQ.
These categories also provide the spatial context for These regulatory provisions have been adopted following
the SEQ regulatory provisions found in the Planning refinement, including refinement resulting from the
Regulation 2017. consideration of all properly made submissions received
on the draft SPRP.
These categories are shown on the regional land
Refer to the ShapingSEQ: SEQ regulatory
use category map (Map 7) and are more precisely provision guideline for further information.
defined on the ShapingSEQ regulatory maps numbered
1 to 32 (at 1:50,000 scale), which are available on the
departments website. This information is also shown
on the departments interactive mapping system.

The regional land use category mapping forms part of

ShapingSEQ, and will only be amended as part of the
periodic regional plan review process in response to the
Queensland Governments SEQ Growth Monitoring
Program, and following public consultation.

PART A: Key region-shaping goals, elements, and strategies

Grow Prosper Connect Sustain Live

Settlement pattern
and urban form

PART B: Spatial framework for delivery

RLRPA Urban Footprint RLA

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Map 7: Regional land use categories
Map 7 Regional
ShapingSEQ land use categories
- 31 July 2017
Regional land use category
Gympie Urban Footprint

Chapter 2
Rural Living Area
Regional Landscape and Rural
Production Area
Wondai
Noosa

Chapter 3
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B
C
Caloundra

RLRPA
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Caboolture

Urban Footprint
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Fernvale Brisbane

Cleveland
Gatton

RLA
Toowoomba Ipswich
Laidley Logan Central
Springfield
Beenleigh

Jimboomba
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Regional Landscape and The RLRPA includes:

Rural Production Area peri-urban activities
y
rural towns and villages
y
Intent
rural and related economic activity
y
The Regional Landscape and Rural Production
important agricultural land
y
Area (RLRPA) is a large and important part of SEQ,
surrounding the Urban Footprint and Rural Living water catchments, water storages and groundwater
y
Area. It provides important values that help sustain resources
the region socially, culturally, economically and regional landscapes and natural environments,
y
environmentally. including regional biodiversity corridors
The intent of the RLRPA is to: cultural and landscape heritage values (traditional
y
and non-Indigenous)
protect the values of this land from encroachment
y
inter-urban breaks of strategic and regional
y
by urban and rural residential development
significance
protect natural assets and regional landscapes,
y
national parks, conservation parks, state forests,
y
and ensure their sustainable use and management
resources reserves and other conservation areas
support development and economic growth of rural
y
natural economic resources, including extractive
y
communities and industries.
resources and forestry plantations
The RLRPA is to be protected from inappropriate native forests and koala habitat
y
development, particularly urban and rural residential
coastal wetlands, salt marshes and mangroves.
y
development.
Natural assets in the RLRPA, including natural economic
Description resources, need protecting and managing to ensure
they are used sustainably to improve their capacity to
The RLRPA covers approximately 1,933,000 hectares,
provide ecosystem services, to increase the regions
which is around 84 per cent of the land in the region.
resilience, and to support the regions population.
It provides a crucial counterbalance to the urban
Some parts of the RLRPA may be needed for future
parts of SEQ. It is important as a food bowl; for its
urban growth. These areas are protected from
regional landscapes; in providing a choice of rural,
development or further fragmentation that would
town/village and hinterland lifestyles; as the lungs of
prejudice their long-term ability to accommodate
the region; for sustaining our regional biodiversity; as
urban growth.
our outdoor playground for recreation; and as a home
to important, outward-looking economic industries
SEQ regulatory provisions
such as agribusiness, tourism, recreation and
creative industries. The SEQ regulatory provisions apply to land in the
RLRPA, subject to exceptions.
The provisions limit further fragmentation of land
holdings and restrict various forms of urban activity.
The provisions support rural communities and the
diversification of rural economies by allowing a
range of development including activities such as
those associated with primary production and land
management; certain types of tourism activity;
community facilities, sport and recreation activity, and
limited industrial, commercial and retail activity.
The SEQ regulatory provisions do not restrict the use
Farmland, of land for a private residence.
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Urban Footprint
Urban Footprint principles
Intent Following are the principles considered in defining the
The Urban Footprint identifies land within which the Urban Footprint:

Chapter 2
regions urban development needs to 2041 can be 1 The Urban Footprint is a tool for managing, rather than
accommodated in a way consistent with the goals, simply accommodating, regional growth.
elements and strategies of ShapingSEQ. 2 The Urban Footprint promotes a compact settlement
pattern and consolidates urban development within
established communities.
Description
3 Opportunities to increase the capacity of the Urban
The Urban Footprint covers around 327,500 hectares Footprint take priority over expanding its boundaries

Chapter 3
of land or about 14 per cent of the region. It includes in subsequent regional plan review processes.
established urban areas and land with potential for 4 The Urban Footprint is not used to recognise isolated,
new urban development. existing or approved urban activities outside the
Urban Footprint, or to reflect urban zoning in small

A
The area incorporates the full range of urban uses coastal or rural towns and villages.
including housing, industry, business, infrastructure, 5

B
The Urban Footprint boundary is generally:
community facilities and other integral components of a. cadastral-based or otherwise clearly defined,

C
well-planned urban environments, such as local areas preferably using a major feature, such as a road
for sport and recreation and urban open space. or stream, to provide a clear boundary and buffer
between urban and non-urban land uses
The priority for developing land in the Urban Footprint b. consistent with existing planning scheme

RLRPA
is to accommodate urban growth. However, the Urban designations, where appropriate.
Footprint is not an urban zone and does not imply that 6 During periodic reviews of ShapingSEQ, and based on
all land can be developed for urban purposes. whether the Queensland Governments SEQ Growth
Monitoring Program identifies a need for more urban
For example, state forests and remnant vegetation will land, new areas may be considered for inclusion in the
continue to be protected and managed under relevant Urban Footprint where they:

Urban Footprint
state legislation, including the Vegetation Management a. are physically suitable
Act 1999, Nature Conservation Act 1992 and Forestry Act b. are either a logical expansion of an urban area or
1959. of sufficient size to provide social and economic
infrastructure efficiently
Land in the Urban Footprint may be unsuitable for
c. have ready access to services and employment
urban purposes for other reasons including constraints
d. maximise the use of committed and planned
such as flooding, land slope and scenic amenity, and urban infrastructure
the need to protect significant vegetation, which may e. are separated appropriately from incompatible
include matters of national environmental significance land uses

RLA
and parts of the regional biodiversity network. f. maintain the integrity of inter-urban breaks
The Urban Footprint also includes some areas g. exclude areas with an unacceptable risk from
designated or already developed for rural and rural natural hazards, including predicted climate
change impacts
residential purposes that are located near urban
h. exclude areas containing predominantly matters
services and facilities. Local governments must
of national or state environmental significance
investigate these areas for urban redevelopment and the regional biodiversity network, including
Chapter 4

opportunities as part of their planning scheme reviews. koala habitat

ShapingSEQ relies on local government planning i. achieve an appropriate balance of urban
development in the SEQ region and associated
schemes to determine the most suitable zone for
sub-regions
each land parcel within the Urban Footprint. The
j. maintain a well-planned region of urban areas,
development assessment process determines the towns and villages
extent and suitability of development on each site. k. minimise impacts on natural resources
The Urban Footprint also contains several areas that l. avoid irrevocable impacts to important, sensitive
Chapter 5

have been underutilised for a substantial period. Many natural environments in and outside the area
have not transitioned from an investigation or emerging m. provide physical and social infrastructure
community zone to a serviced urban zone since they efficiently, including public transport.
were first included in the Urban Footprint.
SEQ regulatory provisions
One important way of delivering ShapingSEQ is to
investigate these areas with a view to unlocking their The SEQ regulatory provisions apply to land in the
urban development potential in the short-term. Urban Footprint where it is in a Major Development
See Chapter 4 for further details. Area. The provisions ensure that development does not
Chapter 6

adversely affect the future development intent of these

areas.
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Rural Living Area Rural Living Area principles

Intent Following are the principles considered in defining
The Rural Living Area (RLA) comprises only key locations the RLA:
currently, or intended to be, used for rural residential 1 The RLA manages rural residential development to
development. avoid constraining long-term potential future urban
growth and infrastructure needs.
It consolidates rural residential development in suitable 2 The RLA supports existing and/or new rural
locations providing for housing and lifestyle choice, residential development in consolidated and
while limiting the impact of its inefficient use of land well-defined communities that have good access
on other values, functions and opportunities in SEQ. to employment and services.
Generally, these areas are already designated for future 3 Not all existing rural residential development is
rural residential purposes in planning schemes. included in the RLA to prevent further intensification
and fragmentation of areas that may not have been
well-planned or located considering other RLA
Description
principles.
The RLA is an important land use management tool 4 The RLA avoids increasing the area of existing or
for SEQ. It includes around 39,600 hectares of land potential conflict with higher priority rural uses.
or about two per cent of the region. It contains some 5 The RLA is not located where it would threaten
existing rural residential areas or land suitable for planned or established intensive animal industries,
future rural residential development in locations with extractive resource activities or other hard-to-locate
uses.
good access to regional employment, and suitable
6 The RLA does not include land that is used for
infrastructure and services.
agricultural production or predominantly contains
Restricting new rural residential development to matters of national or state environmental
land in the RLA prevents more scattered communities significance or the regional biodiversity network,
including koala habitat.
and ensures that the region can accommodate
higher priority future urban growth, as well as major 7 The RLA, and access to and from this area, is not
subject to unacceptable risk from natural hazards,
new infrastructure during and beyond the life of such as flooding, bushfire and landslide.
ShapingSEQ, in a cost-effective and orderly manner. 8 The RLA does not compromise the integrity of
It also minimises the impact of rural residential inter-urban breaks, water resource catchments or
development on: areas containing regional scenic amenity values.
9 Necessary infrastructure is available, or can be
current and future productive rural activities
y provided practically and cost-effectively, to support
(e.g. agriculture, intensive animal industries rural residential development.
and extractive resources) 10 The whole-of-life costs of development are
considered for any land included in the RLA.
opportunities to accommodate special
y
or hard-to-locate activities 11 The boundary of the RLA should be:
a. cadastral-based or otherwise clearly defined,
natural assets and biodiversity values including
y preferably using a major feature, such as a road
corridors and habitat linkages or stream, to provide a clear boundary between
many other regional landscape values and functions
y rural residential and other land uses
(e.g. scenic amenity and water resource catchments). b. consistent with existing planning scheme
designations, where appropriate.
It is not intended that the RLA be continually expanded
in all future reviews of the regional plan. SEQ regulatory provisions
The SEQ regulatory provisions apply to land in the RLA,
limiting certain types of development, but generally
allowing rural residential development in appropriate
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Chapter 1
Figure X: Existing subdivision outside the Urban Footprint
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017
Existing freehold subdivision outside
The fragmentation of land the Urban Footprint
outside SEQs Urban Footprint Gympie Less than 1 ha
"

1 to 5 ha
SEQ offers a range of lifestyle choices,
including rural residential living for 5 to 10 ha

Chapter 2
Wondai
those who wish to live on larger, acreage Noosa 10 to 20 ha
"
style lots in a semi-rural setting. Regional land use category
Noosa
Urban Footprint
However, this is an inefficient, land "

hungry form of development, and its Rural Living Area

rapid expansion along with family Regional Landscape and Rural
subdivision Production Area
Kingaroypractices, through the 1970s

Chapter 3
to early
"
2000s highlighted the need
for better management as part of early Nambour
regional planning for SEQ (Figure 21). "
" Maroochydore
There are more than 100,000 lots in SEQ
Sunshine Coast
that may be used for rural residential

A
living. The majority of these are found

B
in the RLRPA, while the remaining lots " Caloundra
are found in the RLA where further

C
rural residential development may be
supported.
"
For further information on rural
Kilcoy
residential development and the historic

RLRPA
impacts of family subdivision, refer to
ShapingSEQ Background paper 1: Grow. Somerset Caboolture
"

Moreton Bay

Crows Nest Esk Redcliffe

Urban Footprint
"
"
"

Fernvale Brisbane
"
"
Brisbane
Cleveland
"
Gatton
" "
Toowoomba Ipswich Redland
Toowoomba Laidley

RLA
"
Urban Area "
Lockyer Valley Ipswich "
Springfield Logan Central
"

"
Logan Beenleigh

Jimboomba
"
" Coomera
Chapter 4

Boonah Beaudesert " Southport

" Gold Coast
"

Scenic Rim
Robina "

Coolangatta
"
Warwick "
Tweed Heads
"
Chapter 5

"
Kingscliff
Murwillumbah
"

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Surfers Paradise,
Gold Coast

PART C:
Sub-regional directions
SEQ is a large region with diverse urban, rural
and natural landscapes and characteristics.
ShapingSEQ divides the region into four
sub-regions (Figure 22). Each sub-region shares
similar characteristics, such as economic and
infrastructure interdependencies, geography and
settlement patterns, housing markets, community
expectation and levels of self-containment.
The sub-regions are:
Metro sub-region, comprising Brisbane, Logan,
y
Moreton Bay and Redland local government areas
Northern sub-region, comprising Noosa and the
y
Sunshine Coast local government areas
Western sub-region, comprising Ipswich, Lockyer
y
Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Toowoomba (part)
local government areas
Southern sub-region, comprising the City of
y
Gold Coast local government area.
The sub-regional directions:
identify sub-regional planning outcomes that build
y
on, and provide greater clarity and direction to
ShapingSEQs goals, elements and strategies
provide an important framework to guide the
y
application, weighting and prioritisation of state
interests as described in the State Planning Policy
in planning scheme preparation
inform other plans and programs, including the State
y
Infrastructure Plan, to prioritise and coordinate the
planning and delivery of critical infrastructure and
service needs across the sub-regions.
The Queensland Government and SEQ local
governments will work together to implement the
planning outcomes in the sub-regional directions.
This will include preparation of local planning
responses that sequence and deliver the sub-regional
outcomes in local areas.
Each local government will be required to reflect these
sub-regional outcomes in their planning schemes.
Matters not addressed in the sub-regional directions
will be implemented in line with the regional strategies
in Part A of this chapter.

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Chapter 2
Northern
sub-region

Chapter 3
Noosa
Sunshine Coast

A
B
C
Metro
Northern
Western Metro
sub-region sub-region
Ipswich Brisbane
Lockyer Valley Logan

Western
Scenic Rim Moreton Bay
Somerset Redland
Toowoomba

Southern
Chapter 4

Southern
sub-region
Gold Coast
Chapter 5
Chapter 6

Figure 22: SEQ sub-regions

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Brisbane River,
Brisbane

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METRO SUB-REGION

Chapter 2
The Metro sub-region (Figure 23) is a strong focus on residential consolidation
y
growth around major urban centres and along
the social, cultural and economic high-frequency public transport corridors,
heart of SEQ. It contains the regions complemented by major expansion areas on its
major urban area, incorporating the southern and northern edges

Chapter 3
state capital and New World City of a strong focus on large expansion opportunities,
y
primarily in Logan and Moreton Bay local government
Brisbane, the growing cities of Logan areas
and Redlands, and the Moreton Bay its role as the regions primary export gateway,
y

A
region. Each of these places brings connecting SEQ to the AsiaPacific economy and

B
its own culture, history and unique beyond

C
contribution to this sub-region. a richly diverse and well-established national- and
y
global-oriented economy supporting productive- and
The Metro sub-region anchors the diverse and

Metro
knowledge-intensive activity and creative industries
prosperous SEQ region, and shares strong connections
with the other sub-regions. a strong network of centres, knowledge and
y
technology precincts, industry and enterprise areas,
The sub-region is characterised by:
a major international seaport, and the states
a vibrant and cultured big city/metropolitan lifestyle,
y pre-eminent domestic and international airport

Northern
surrounded by spectacular coastal, bay and island
an integrated transport network focused on the
y
areas that provide a diversity of lifestyle options
capital city centre, which extends outward along
the largest concentration of people and employment,
y strategic transport corridors to all other sub-regions
and the highest order of services in the region and beyond, providing the highest level of public

Western
transport service and most advanced active transport
a highly urbanised inner-city area focused on the
y
network in the region
capital city centre the regions social and economic
epicentre nationally and internationally recognised natural
y
assets and environmental values, including Moreton
diverse living opportunities, including inner-city,
y
Bay (Quandamooka) and major sand islands of

Southern
urban centres, mixed-use, suburban, coastal, rural
Moreton (Mulgumpin) and North Stradbroke Island
residential and rural (including hinterland) living on
(Minjerribah) and world-class coastal and hinterland
its fringes
areas.
Chapter 4
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Sub-regional growth
Tables 13 and 14 show the expected population growth, and dwelling supply benchmarks for the sub-region,
to 2041. These will guide state agencies and local governments in preparing more detailed planning.

Table 13: Metro sub-region current estimates and future supply benchmarks

Expected Additional
Population Dwellings
Local government population growth dwellings
2016** 2016**
20162041* 20162041*
Brisbane 1,184,200 386,800 458,550 188,200

Logan 313,800 272,200 108,770 89,900

Moreton Bay 438,300 217,700 164,559 88,300

Redland 152,000 36,000 58,958 17,200

Total for
2,088,300 912,700 790,837 383,600
sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

Metro sub-region current estimates and expected Consolidation vs expansion ratio

3500000 2041 2016**
3000000
2500000
Expansion
2000000 33%
1500000 Consolidation
1000000 67%
500000
0
Population Dwellings
**Population is ABS estimated residential population; dwellings
are 2016 Census counts (permanent private dwellings)

Table 14: Metro sub-region consolidation and expansion dwelling supply benchmarks*

Additional dwellings 20162041 Legend for the RECs

on pages 111114
Local government
Consolidation Expansion Total REC
Regional activity centre
Knowledge and
Brisbane 176,800 11,400 188,200 technology precinct
Logan 19,900 70,000 89,900 Major enterprise and
industry area
Moreton Bay 48,200 40,100 88,300 Intermodal terminal

Redland 12,500 4,700 17,200 For further detail on the core

components of each REC refer to
Total for Table 4 in Part A of this chapter.
257,400 126,200 383,600
METRO SUB-REGION

sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

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Chapter 1
Northern
sub-region

Chapter 2
Chapter 3
BRIBIE
ISLAND

A
Caboolture MORETON
West ISLAND

B
Caboolture (MULGUMPIN)

C
Metro
MORETON BAY
(QUANDAMOOKA)

Northern
Brisbane Airport
Port of Brisbane
Chermside

Western
Western
sub-region Brisbane CBD

NORTH
Indooroopilly STRADBROKE
Carindale Cleveland ISLAND

Southern
Capalaba (MINJERRIBAH)

Upper Mt Gravatt

Springwood

Southern
Redland Bay
Chapter 4

Legend Park Ridge Beenleigh

Capital city centre SOUTHERN
MORETON BAY
Principal regional activity centre
ISLANDS
Biodiversity corridor
Coastal corridor Southern
Major road connection
Rail line
Flagstone/
Flinders
Yarrabilba sub-region
High-frequency public transport
connections
Chapter 5

Airport
Port
Agricultural resource area
Regional Economic Cluster
Urban corridor
Major expansion area
Urban Footprint
Inter-urban break

This figure represents some of the outcomes of the sub-regional directions at a conceptual level at 2041. This figure does not apply in development assessment. It is intended that local government planning
schemes will provide more refined planning for the matters shown on this figure, and any dierences arising from that refined planning will not result in the planning scheme being inconsistent with this figure.
Chapter 6

Figure 23: The Metro sub-region

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Sub-regional outcomes
The following sub-regional outcomes have been
identified to implement key ShapingSEQ strategies.
These outcomes align with ShapingSEQs five themes:
Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live.

Outcomes for Grow

Growth by consolidation
1 The intent to use land and infrastructure efficiently Queen
will be supported by focusing density in and around Street Mall,
appropriate locations along urban corridors, and Brisbane
in areas with superior access to public transport,
employment and services. Key locations include: i. Priority Development Areas of Northshore
a. CBD and knowledge and technology precincts Hamilton, Bowen Hills, and Woolloongabba.
at Dutton Park/Buranda (health, environment By 2041, these places will be more compact,
and education), Herston (health and medical), mixed-use, connected and active, and will provide
St Lucia (education, health, environment and improved urban amenity. Housing diversity, including
mining), South Brisbane (health, creative a range of 'missing middle' housing forms, will also
industries and education), Kelvin Grove (health, increase in and around these places.
creative industries and education), Gardens
Point (education, science and technology) and Growth by expansion
Auchenflower/Toowong (health and technology)
2 The intent to deliver new and more complete
b. Brisbane north-east rail transport corridor, communities that are well-planned and serviced
including the Toombul, Strathpine and will be achieved in areas including:
Caboolture/Morayfield regional activity
centres and key rail stations a. Bahrs Scrub

c. Brisbane south rail transport corridor, including b. Caboolture West

the Logan Central and Beenleigh regional activity c. Flinders
centres, the Meadowbrook (health and education)
d. Greater Flagstone
knowledge and technology precinct, and key rail
stations e. North Lakes/Mango Hill
d. Brisbane south-west rail transport corridor, f. Park Ridge
including Toowong and Indooroopilly regional
g. Southern Redland Bay
activity centres and key rail stations
h. Warner
e. Brisbane east rail transport corridor, including the
Wynnum Central and Cleveland regional activity i. Yarrabilba.
centres and key rail stations
Greater Flagstone, Yarrabilba, Park Ridge and
f. Northern Busway transport corridor, including the Caboolture West will accommodate the largest
Chermside regional activity centre and knowledge proportion of the sub-regions planned expansion
and technology precinct (health and education), growth, while Southern Redland Bay will provide
and key busway stations residential supply within the Redlands.
g. Eastern Busway transport corridor, including the Assuming any local constraints can be resolved
Carindale and Capalaba regional activity centres adequately, residential density and housing diversity
and key busway stations will increase in proportion to a locations proximity to
employment opportunities, services or public transport
METRO SUB-REGION

h. South East Busway transport corridor, including

frequency.
the Upper Mount Gravatt and Springwood
regional activity centres, Nathan/Coopers Plains These places will develop as high-quality new
(health, education, food sciences and technology) communities.
knowledge and technology precinct, and key
busway stations

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Potential Future Growth Areas Outcomes for Prosper
3 Major areas in the sub-region that may be suitable Regional Economic Clusters
for future urban growth include South Logan and
8 The intent to be a globally competitive region,
Mundoolun (part). The intent for these areas is set

Chapter 2
and an attractive destination for investment and
out in Chapter 4.
high-value economic activities, will be accelerated
4 Land within the Elimbah area in Moreton Bay (outside by identifying, protecting and growing economic
the Urban Footprint) has also been identified as an opportunities and synergies within and between
area that may be suitable for future urban growth. Regional Economic Clusters (RECs).
The timing for inclusion of this PFGA in the Urban
The RECs in the Metro sub-region include:

Chapter 3
Footprint will depend primarily on whether there is
an adequate rate of development at Caboolture West. a. Capital City
The area is also subject to Unitywaters investigation The Capital City REC is SEQs most important
into the proposed Wamuran Irrigation Scheme. Such high-value economic cluster. Supporting priority

A
investigations apply primarily to areas west of the sectors of health and tertiary education, professional

B
land with potential for future urban growth and any services and tourism, this REC contains the most

C
interim use of that land for irrigation can be designed concentrated cluster of economic activity in the
and staged to enable its future transition to urban region and is supported by a radially-based heavy
purposes. rail network and dedicated busway connections.

Metro
Decisions in relation to the future intermodal Key to unlocking this RECs future will be achieving
terminal north of Caboolture need to have regard high-quality urban amenity and greater levels of
to its relationship to the Elimbah PFGA. Likewise, accessibility both within the REC and more broadly.
any planning for the PFGA will need to have regard
Refer to the Prosper theme in Part A of this

Northern
to any siting and access decisions for the future
chapter for a more detailed description.
intermodal terminal.
5 The Southern Thornlands PFGA is discussed in
further detail on page 114 under Outcomes for Herston

Prosper: Future investigations.

Western
Kelvin Grove

Rural towns and bay islands Rail Network

(Cross River Rail) Pedestrian
and Cycle
6 Development in rural towns, including Jimboomba, Network
CAPITAL
Logan Village, Woodford, Samford and Dayboro CITY CENTRE

Southern
will occur in a sustainable manner to ensure Auchenflower Gardens Point
community resilience and the needs of local South Brisbane
communities are met. TOOWONG
Busway
Network
7 Development on the bay islands, including those
of Southern Moreton Bay, will support local St Lucia
Dutton Park/Buranda

communities and provide opportunities for flexible

Chapter 4

island-based activities that promote variety in the Capital City

local economy. A coordinated response between
government and key stakeholders will be necessary
in future planning to address the opportunities and
challenges associated with these islands, including
their location within the environmentally sensitive
Moreton Bay Marine Park.
Chapter 5
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b. Australia TradeCoast
RAIL NETWORK

Representing one of SEQs most significant existing Brisbane Markets/Rocklea

Salisbury Industrial Area
industrial agglomerations, the Australia TradeCoast Nathan/Coopers Plains
REC features high levels of specialisation in priority WA
Sumner/Darra RWA
Y Archerfield Coopers Plains
ICHM
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IPSW Archerfield
sectors of manufacturing, mining services, transport
RREG
OH
IGH Airport Acacia Ridge
WA Richlands Intermodal
Y
Bundamba/Riverview
and logistics, and tourism. Redbank Willawong
Terminal
Acacia Ridge
Wacol

Y
This REC is supported by major supply chain

WA
IGH
GOODNA
New Chum

H
AM
networks that service not only the region but Carole Park

H
ING
NN
CU
the entire state. Two distinct industry precincts
separated by the Brisbane River make up this REC:
LOGAN
MOTORW
AY

the port-related cluster (south of the river) and Swanbank

airport-related cluster (north of the river).

This REC would benefit from public and active
transport connections to serve the significant South West Industrial Corridor
workforce population, utilising the existing railway
network, and additional centre-like functions, d. Pacific Motorway
particularly in the northern precinct. This well-established REC supports priority
sectors of manufacturing, professional services,
and knowledge-intensive activities as well as
higher order consumer functions, including retail
and hospitality. The RECs industrial component
Geebung Port of Brisbane
serves its primary economic function, focused in
Nudgee/Banyo Brisbane Airport
the UnderwoodSlacks Creek industrial corridor.
Virginia/Northgate Brisbane
Intermodal Professional services and knowledge-intensive
Terminal
activities are primarily located in the RECs
RAIL NE

TOOMBUL/
NUNDAH
two activity centres and the knowledge and
TWORK

Australia TradeCoast
Pinkenba/Bulwer Island technology precinct.
Eagle Farm Lytton
Hemmant This REC is supported by the Pacific Motorway
GAT

and the South East Busway. Future extensions to

EW
AY
M

E
BAN
OTO

BRIS Y
T OF RWA
the busway and improvements to the motorway,
RW

POR MOTO
Murarrie/Colmslie
AY

particularly the gateway merge, will further facilitate

Australia TradeCoast growth of this REC. There may also be potential for
synergies to emerge with the YatalaStapylton
c. South West Industrial Corridor Beenleigh REC.

Supported by significant state and national

SO
UT
HE

transport infrastructure, this well-established REC,

AS
TB
US

UPPER MOUNT
WA

which spans into the Western sub-region, contains GRAVATT

Y

the most significant industrial cluster in SEQ.

Eight Mile Plains
It operates as a receiving and dispatch location for
much of SEQs land-based freight. The function of
this REC varies from a very heavy industrial focus
PA
CIF
IC

supporting priority sectors of manufacturing, mining

MO
TO
RW

services and transport and logistics at its expanding

AY

western boundary, to health and tertiary education

oriented sectors towards its eastern boundary.
SPRINGWOOD

Underwood-Slacks Creek
METRO SUB-REGION

Maximising the capacity of the existing rail network, Industrial Corridor

improving internal mobility and prioritising the

movement of freight will enhance the functioning of Pacific Motorway
this REC. There may also be potential for synergies
to emerge with the Pacific Motorway REC.

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e. StrathpineBrendalePetrie
The StrathpineBrendalePetrie REC hosts priority BEENLEIGH

sectors of manufacturing, transport and logistics

and commercial and corporate services clusters.

Chapter 2
PA
CIF
Brendale has emerged as the dominant economic

IC
MO
TO
RW
component of this REC, supported by the Strathpine

AY
activity centre. Strathpine provides higher order
consumer activities including retail, hospitality and
commercial and corporate services. Yatala/Stapylton

Chapter 3
Establishment of the University of Sunshine
Coast campus at Petrie will provide a knowledge-
based dimension to the REC and activate further
manufacturing opportunities at industrial areas

A
within Brendale and Lawnton. YatalaStapyltonBeenleigh

B
Facilitating synergies between the university, activity
g. North LakesMango Hill

C
centre and industrial area to enhance economic
growth will be important. This will require improving This emerging REC has developed as a major
local connectivity and incorporating the strategies employment precinct within the master planned

Metro
outlined for knowledge and technology precincts. community at North Lakes, supporting priority
sectors of health, tertiary education and community
services. As the activity centre matures, the
BRUCE HIGHWAY

Petrie
professional and commercial services sectors will

Northern
continue to emerge.
Improving synergies between the North Lakes
industrial precinct and activity centre, and leveraging
the existing rail network for better connectivity, will
NORTH PINE
RIVER

improve the functioning of this REC.

Western
GA
TEW
AY
MOTO
STRATHPINE RW
AY

DECEPTION BAY
RAIL NETW
Brendale ORK

Southern
Narangba
North Lakes
Industrial Park

StrathpineBrendalePetrie

f. YatalaStapyltonBeenleigh
BRU
RA

CE H

This REC, which is in both the Metro and Southern

IL N

IGH
ET W

Chapter 4
WA
OR

sub-region, represents a significant manufacturing LAKE

Y
K

KURWONGBAH
K
OR

cluster, with a specialisation in priority sectors of

ET W
IL N
RA

NORTH
integrated food and beverage supply chains, and LAKES

transport and logistics located within the Yatala

Enterprise Area. The activity centre at Beenleigh North LakesMango Hill
provides high order consumer functions such as
retail and hospitality, as well as community, civic and
cultural activities.
Chapter 5

This REC would benefit from better public and active

transport connections that serve the workforce
population, particularly using the existing railway
network, and improved accessibility to the Pacific
Motorway. Opportunities exist to improve synergies
between the activity centre and the Yatala Enterprise
Area. There may also be potential for synergies to
Chapter 6

emerge with the Pacific Motorway REC.

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h. MeadowbrookLoganholme d. The Gallipoli Barracks in Enoggera, which is the

largest Australian Army base in SEQ. This facility
The MeadowbrookLoganholme REC is emerging as
includes on-base accommodation, operational
a fully integrated knowledge and technology precinct
and training activities.
supporting core health and education facilities. It
has access to regional transport infrastructure and
Rural prosperity
the ability to accommodate a mix of complementary
uses and activities. 11 The sub-regions principal rural production lands
(used for horticulture, forestry and poultry farming)
For this REC to realise its potential, major
in the Woodford/Wamuran, Donnybrook, and
improvements to business-to-business interactions
southern Logan areas will be protected to provide
will be required. This will also depend on developing
long-term food security and export opportunities.
synergies between industry, the knowledge
This includes preventing further land fragmentation
and technology precinct and the activity centre.
and protecting rural industries and activities from
Significant investment is also required to improve
encroachment by incompatible uses.
local connections between these economic
components, including providing for a more direct Alternative rural futures will be explored to diversify
connection between the University and the activity and increase the productivity of rural activities, and
centre. strengthen resilience to market cycles and climate
change.
Redland City has a strong and vibrant rural economy
with a mix of agricultural and horticultural uses.
Outdoor recreation and tourism activities will
LOGAN
HYPERDOME be encouraged in areas where impacts on the
environment and scenic amenity can be successfully
LOGAN MO
TORWAY managed.
Meadowbrook
PA

Opportunities to produce and add value to raw

CI
FIC
M
OT
OR

products to service niche-market, high-demand food

W
AY

and beverage industries will be encouraged. Farm,

adventure and nature-based tourism, recreation
and events, as well as clean energy initiatives, will
also be encouraged where they can be managed to
preserve the agricultural land resource.
MeadowbrookLoganholme 12 The sub-regions hinterland areas support the
growth of creative and boutique industries, and
9 Regional activity centres, knowledge and technology nature-, rural- and adventure-based tourism and
precincts, and major industrial and enterprise areas recreation activities that add to its visitor appeal
that are not part of RECs will be developed in line and economic diversity. These activities will be
with the regional strategies. encouraged where impacts on the environment and
scenic amenity can be successfully managed.
Special uses
10 The following special uses will be protected in the Future investigations
long-term from encroachment by sensitive and 13 Land within the Southern Thornlands area in
incompatible activities: Redland City (outside the Urban Footprint) has been
a. The Ace Waste facility at Willawong, which is a identified as a Potential Future Growth Area.
regionally significant medical and industrial 14 Redland City Council is required to investigate this
waste disposal facility. area in the short-term, including its potential as a
b. The Lakeside Park motorsport precinct at future employment area. The investigations must
METRO SUB-REGION

Kurwongbah that supports recreational activities, determine its appropriate use, with the intent of
which are otherwise difficult to locate. the area defined, and appropriately reflected in the
planning scheme, by the end of 2019.
c. The Greenbank Training Area, which is used
as a live-fire training facility and is critical to
the operational training of the Australian
Defence Force.

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Other economic opportunities
15 ClevelandToondah Harbour includes the Cleveland
regional activity centre, Toondah Harbour Priority
Development Area, Redlands Research Station,

Chapter 2
Cleveland knowledge and technology precinct, and
adjacent industry and enterprise area. While it does
not have the scale or potential to be a REC, this area
could support specialisations in priority sectors of
tourism, health, and knowledge and professional
services.

Chapter 3
The emergence of this area will depend on Crestmead,
Logan
successfully delivering the Toondah Harbour Priority
Development Area and improving connections

A
between the areas economic components. iii. delivering the SalisburyGreater Flagstone

B
high-frequency public transport connection,
Outcomes for Connect which will support expansion areas and higher

C
Key regional infrastructure residential densities close to planned stations

16 The intent to be a region of interconnected iv. extending high-frequency public transport

Metro
communities that moves people and freight connections to Yarrabilba and Caboolture West,
efficiently to maximise community and economic which will support expansion areas and higher
benefits will be facilitated by the delivery of high- residential densities close to planned stations
frequency public transport connections and key c. delivering the road corridor and high-frequency

Northern
improvements to the integrated regional transport public transport connection between Everton
system, that integrate with the desired growth Park and Strathpine (within the North-West
pattern. This will include: Transport Corridor), which will improve local
a. delivering Cross River Rail, which will support and sub-regional accessibility for northern
economic growth in the capital city centre and growth areas

Western
throughout the region, residential consolidation d. delivering the NorthSouth Urban Arterial
in the sub-region and future rail links to key (between Bald Hills and Kallangur) to relieve
expansion areas pressure on the Bruce Highway by removing local
b. delivering a network of high-frequency public traffic and serving areas of rapid development.

Southern
transport connections as part of the strategic This will provide better connections between
public transport system to 2041 including: the Moreton Bay region and Brisbane local
government areas
i. improving public transport services to and
within inner Brisbane by ultimately delivering e. delivering improvements to the M1 through the
a high-frequency and high-capacity people Moreton Bay region and Logan City
movement system, including Brisbane Metro. f. delivering the southern extension of the Gateway
Chapter 4

This system will complement Cross River Rail Motorway

and the existing busway network and form
part of a world-class inner-city public transport g. delivering the road corridor connecting the
network that supports employment growth Greater Flagstone and Yarrabilba expansion areas
in the capital city centre and, more broadly, to the regional road network.
employment and residential consolidation
Future investigations
in the sub-region
Chapter 5

17 A dedicated freight rail connection to the Port

ii. extending high-frequency public transport
of Brisbane requires investigation. This would
connections to Browns Plains, Springwood,
need to involve the Australian and Queensland
Capalaba and Bracken Ridge, which will
governments, Brisbane City Council and key
support increased residential densities and
stakeholders.
employment growth, and increase public
transport accessibility and efficiency along the 18 Under current analysis, high-frequency rail public
public transport corridors transport services are not warranted to Cleveland,
however this will be further investigated if sufficient
Chapter 6

residential density is achieved in this corridor.

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Outcomes for Sustain

Landscape areas and natural assets
19 The intent to protect and nurture the regional
biodiversity network, and manage regional
landscapes will be particularly relevant to the
following locations:
a. Bribie IslandGlass House Mountains Corridor,
which links Bribie Island National Park and State
Forest, Pumicestone Passage, Pumicestone Redcliffe
National Park, Glass House Mountains National Peninsula,
Park, Beerburrum State Forest, Peachester Moreton Bay
State Forest and Glass House Mountain
Conservation Park
Indigenous landscape values
b. the Ramsar Quandamooka Moreton Bay marine
20 Traditional Owners will be engaged to ensure
waters and islands, which includes Moreton
their cultural knowledge and connection to
Island National Park; Pumicestone National
land and sea Country is included in planning.
ParkPumicestone PassageBribie Island
This will be particularly relevant to Moreton Bay
National Park area; Naree Budjong Djara National
(Quandamooka), especially the South Passage
Park; Southern Moreton Bay Island National Park,
(between Moreton (Mulgumpin) and North
South Stradbroke Island; Boondall wetlands
Stradbroke (Minjerribah) Islands). Further values
complex; Central Moreton Bay Island archipelago;
are indicated in Map 5a and described in Table 11a.
Teerk Roo Ra National Park; and Hays Inlet
coastal catchment 21 Native Title exists in relation to areas of land or
waters within the area recognised as Quandamooka
c. Mount Coot-thaBlackall Range Corridor,
Country. For a full description see www.nntt.gov.au.
which links Mount Coot-tha, DAguilar (South)/
Bunyaville Conservation Park, DAguilar National Inter-urban break
Park including Mount Glorious, Somerset Dam
precinct, Wivenhoe Dam precinct, Deer Reserve 22 The Moreton BaySunshine Coast (Northern)
National Park and Deer Reserve State Forest, and inter-urban break will be retained as a regionally
north to the Blackall Range significant green break providing open space,
amenity and other non-urban landscape values
d. Pine RiverDAguilar Corridor, which links the between the major urban areas of the Metro and
DAguilar National Park to near the mouth of Northern sub-regions; this will also serve to retain
the Pine River (via Samford and Bunyaville their distinctive lifestyles.
Conservation Parks)
This inter-urban break protects the landscape
e. DAguilar RangeGlass House Mountains Corridor, setting of the heritage-listed Glass House Mountains
which includes Mount Mee National Park and water quality of the Ramsar
f. the Koala Coast Corridor, which includes Venman listed wetlands of the Pumicestone Passage, and
Bushland National Park, Bayview, Daisy Hill, preserves opportunities for agricultural production
Springwood and Tingalpa Creek Conservation and forestry, tourism and outdoor recreation.
Parks, and south to Carbrook Wetlands and The Queensland Government will continue to work
Moreton Bay with Moreton Bay Regional Council and Sunshine
g. FlindersKarawatha Corridor, which links Coast Council to determine the extent and values of
Karawatha, Greenbank, White Mountain, this inter-urban break, and investigate mechanisms
Flinders Peak, Spring Mountain/Mount Perry and to ensure its long-term protection, coordinated
Wyaralong Dam/Kooralbyn to Mount Barney. management and greater utilisation in accordance
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Regional water supply
23 Seqwater will work with the Queensland
Government, relevant water service providers,
local government and the community to ensure

Chapter 2
water security for the sub-region and will investigate
new water supply solutions such as treatment
plant upgrades at Mt Crosby and new water
supply sources.
24 The protection of unique aquifer recharge areas

Chapter 3
of North Stradbroke and Bribie islands that support Berrinba
potable drinking water will also be important for Wetlands,
Logan
the long-term sustainability of the region.

A
Outcomes for Live e. suburban main streets such as Latrobe and

B
Our great places Given terraces in Paddington, Oxford Street in
Bulimba, Kedron Brook Road in Wilston and Logan

C
25 Developing and promoting great places will support Road in Woolloongabba continue to develop
the sub-regions liveability, prosperity and sense of as great places that sustain local communities
identity and community. Current and evolving great

Metro
and attract people through their sense of
places identified by local governments in the Metro place and vibrancy
sub-region include:
f. Brisbanes identity as a great place overall,
a. Brisbane CBD, the vital heart of the SEQ region, complementing place-making initiatives with
which combines a range of uses and activities,

Northern
drawcards like the Brisbane River, Mt Coot-tha,
celebrated heritage places, and a high-quality Brisbane Forest Park, Moreton Bay/Tangalooma,
public realm that adds liveliness, entertainment Shorncliffe Pier, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and
and interest that sustains its vitality, and social Boondall Wetlands
and economic value
g. Beenleigh Town Square provides a community

Western
b. inner-city laneways throughout the Brisbane CBD focus for place-making and directs this traditional
and inner-city are coming to life with activity and town towards a future as a major centre in its
vibrancy, forming an important part of the citys own right
place-making
h. Logan Central is the civic and cultural heart
c. South Bank, Brisbanes post-World Expo 88 area,

Southern
of Logan City supported by civic spaces; fine
has become a world-class and much-loved central grain pedestrian and cycle networks that
riverfront parklands and mixed-use precinct, as link key activity generators including the
well as a magnet for SEQ residents and visitors. Logan Entertainment Centre and Councils
This includes the Cultural Precinct, home to the Administration Centre; Logan Gardens; and the
states leading arts and cultural institutions Woodridge train station
including the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of
Chapter 4

Modern Art (QAGOMA), Queensland Museum and i. Springwood is Logan's pre-eminent commercial
Sciencentre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, centre and will be a vibrant community heart
State Library of Queensland and The Edge, a featuring public realm spaces, alfresco dining
concentration of cultural, educational, retail and areas, cinemas, restaurants, art and community
recreational spaces unique in Australia facilities, parks and open spaces; and deliver
higher residential densities close to transit
d. Brisbanes inner-city precincts including West
End and Fortitude Valley are focal points in the j. Cleveland a traditional town centre with a grid
Chapter 5

renewal of the inner-city and a major focus for street pattern, wide streets and bayside location
entertainment, entrepreneurship, community is transforming into a modern, compact mixed-
and housing, leading SEQs economic and social use business centre while maintaining its high-
transition to a New World City quality subtropical urban design and human scale
k. Wellington Point is a vibrant mix of cafes,
restaurants and specialist shops close to
high-quality family waterside recreation which
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l. Capalaba is strategically located at the n. Redcliffe foreshore includes initiatives such

gateway to Redland City with the opportunity as Bee Gees Way that promote this bayside
to accommodate new housing and commercial destination as a magnet for residents and
development in a compact urban form supported visitors alike
by a high-quality public realm
o. the Mill at Moreton Bay will be a thriving
m. the townships of North Stradbroke Island new precinct generating thousands of higher
(Minjerribah) have their own unique character, education and employment opportunities; with
identity and cultural heritage values, including: the University of the Sunshine Coast campus at
its core, the precinct aspires to offer world-class
i. Point Lookout a coastal township renowned
study opportunities with an onsite train station
for its iconic coastal landscape and
foreshores of state heritage significance p. rural townships and villages including
Samford, Dayboro, Woodford, Jimboomba and
ii. Dunwich the gateway to North Stradbroke
Logan Village which seek to build on their rural
Island and an historical town rich in heritage
charms to become great examples of traditional
and culture
towns that are becoming great places for
iii. Amity Point a low-key seaside village and residents and visitors.
a popular holiday location
METRO SUB-REGION

North Stradbroke Island

(Minjerribah), Redlands

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NORTHERN SUB-REGION

Chapter 2
The Northern sub-region (Figure 24), a new city centre at Maroochydore supported by
y
a network of other urban centres, knowledge and
contains the emerging city of the technology precincts and industry and enterprise
Sunshine Coast, and Noosa Shire areas
which form SEQs third largest its role as a domestic and international tourism
y

Chapter 3
urban area and maintains a close destination
relationship with its natural setting. a growing domestic and international airport, which
y
supports tourism and broader economic activities
The Northern sub-region is characterised by:

A
a developing integrated transport network that
y
a relaxed coastal and hinterland lifestyle supported
y
is accelerating access within the sub-region,

B
by world-class beaches, waterways and hinterland
and contributing to strong social and economic

C
areas
connections with the Metro sub-region
an urbanised coastal edge, historic inland urban
y
nationally and internationally recognised natural
y

Metro
settlements, and several eclectic and culturally rich
assets and environmental values, including
hinterland townships
world-class hinterland areas and an identifiable
diverse living opportunities, including seaside and
y inter-urban break that helps frame and differentiate
inland urban centres, suburban, rural residential and it from the Metro sub-region
rural (including hinterland) living

Northern
scenic amenity areas including the Blackall Ranges,
y
a strong focus on consolidation around major urban
y Glass House Mountains, Pumicestone Passage,
centres and along a planned coastal passenger Noosa River and the lakes system (Cootharaba,
transport corridor, complemented by major Weyba and Cooroibah).
expansion areas on its southern and south-western

Western
edges where public transport can be easily extended
its role as the northern gateway, connecting SEQ to
y
coastal and regional cities, and central and northern
Queensland towns

Southern
an emerging national and global-oriented economy
y
that embraces innovation and renewable energy,
creativity and entrepreneurial activity, and which
leverages major future city investments in health
and education infrastructure
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Sub-regional growth
Tables 15 and 16 show the expected population growth, and dwelling supply benchmarks for the sub-region,
to 2041. These will guide state agencies and local governments in preparing more detailed planning.

Table 15: Northern sub-region current estimates and future supply benchmarks

Expected Additional
Population Dwellings
Local government population growth dwellings
2016** 2016**
20162041* 20162041*
Sunshine Coast 303,400 191,600 125,877 87,000

Noosa 54,000 9,000 26,008 6,400

Total for
357,400 200,600 151,885 93,400
sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

Northern sub-region current estimates and expected Consolidation vs expansion ratio

600000 2041 2016**

500000
400000 Expansion
300000 37%

200000
Consolidation
63%
100000
0
Population Dwellings
**Population is ABS estimated residential population; dwellings
are 2016 Census counts (permanent private dwellings)

Table 16: Northern sub-region consolidation and expansion dwelling supply benchmarks*

Additional dwellings 20162041 Legend for the RECs

Local government on page 123
Consolidation Expansion Total
REC
Sunshine Coast 53,700 33,300 87,000 Regional activity centre
Knowledge and
Noosa 4,800 1,600 6,400 technology precinct
Major enterprise and
Total for
58,500 34,900 93,400 industry area
sub-region Intermodal terminal
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041 For further detail on the core
components of each REC refer to
Table 4 in Part A of this chapter.
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Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Pomona

A
B
Noosa

C
Cooroy

Metro
Northern
Sunshine Coast Airport

Western
Nambour

Maroochydore
(Sunshine Coast CBD)

Southern
Palmview
Maleny

Caloundra
Chapter 4

Beerwah
Caloundra
East
South

Legend Western Beerwah

Principal regional activity centre sub-region
Biodiversity corridor
Coastal corridor
Major road connection
Rail line BRIBIE
High-frequency public transport connections ISLAND
Chapter 5

Airport
Economic relationship
Agricultural resource area
Regional Economic Cluster
Urban corridor
Major expansion area
Urban Footprint
Metro
Inter-urban break sub-region
This figure represents some of the outcomes of the sub-regional directions at a conceptual level at 2041. This figure does not apply in development assessment. It is intended that local government planning
schemes will provide more refined planning for the matters shown on this figure, and any dierences arising from that refined planning will not result in the planning scheme being inconsistent with this figure.
Chapter 6

Figure 24: The Northern sub-region

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Sub-regional outcomes
The following sub-regional outcomes have been
identified to implement key ShapingSEQ strategies.
These outcomes align with ShapingSEQs five themes:
Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live.

Outcomes for Grow

Growth by consolidation
Innovation
1 The intent to use land and infrastructure efficiently Parkway
will be supported by focusing density in and around commercial area,
appropriate locations along the urban corridor Sunshine Coast
from Maroochydore to Caloundra, and in areas with
superior access to public transport, employment Growth by expansion
and services. Key locations include:
3 The intent to deliver new and more complete
a. Maroochydore (City Centre), Kawana and communities that are well-planned and serviced
Caloundra regional activity centres, the Kawana will be achieved in areas including:
Waters (health and education) knowledge and
technology precinct, and proposed key stations a. Beerwah East
along the urban corridor b. Caloundra South
b the Nambour major regional activity centre c. Palmview.
also presents opportunities for increased
residential density given its location on the Of these areas, Caloundra South will accommodate
north-coast rail line. the largest proportion of the sub-regions planned
expansion, while Palmview will also contribute
By 2041, these places will be more compact, mixed- significantly.
use, connected and active, and provide improved
urban amenity. Housing diversity, including a range 4 Beerwah East has been included in the Urban
of 'missing middle' housing forms, will also increase Footprint to acknowledge its potential to provide
in and around these places. important land supply in the northern corridor. It
integrates with Beerwah and is serviced by road and
2 Further growth and urban renewal along the a passenger transport corridor. The Queensland
proposed passenger transport corridor, between Government and Sunshine Coast Council will start
Maroochydore and Caloundra, will provide a resolving planning and infrastructure issues to
cohesive corridor of distinctive, high-quality urban ensure its availability for urban development within
environments that are typically Sunshine Coast in the next decade.
character and optimise access to future passenger
transport services. Mixed-use development Assuming tenure matters and local constraints in
opportunities, and housing choice and affordability, Beerwah East can be resolved adequately, residential
will also be maximised. density and housing diversity will increase in
proportion to a locations proximity to employment
Good planning and design will ensure that the opportunities, services or public transport frequency.
corridor becomes an international showcase for If the expected dwellings yields are unable to be
both transit-oriented development and subtropical, delivered when required, other expansion areas
energy-efficient living options that support outdoor may need to be considered.
living all year round.
Future planning for the Beerwah East major
development area must also consider the long-term
NORTHERN SUB-REGION

needs and operation of the adjoining Australia Zoo,

which is a significant tourist activity and economic
driver.
The sub-regions major expansion areas will develop
as high-quality new communities.

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Potential Future Growth Areas
Sunshine Coast Airport
5 The major area in the sub-region that may be suitable
for future urban growth is Halls Creek. The intent for
this area is set out in Chapter 4.

Chapter 2
AD
RO

6 No other Potential Future Growth Areas are O CH

YDO
RE
MAROOCHYDORE
(SUNSHINE COAST
Kunda Park RO
identified in the Northern sub-region. However,
CBD)
MA

Sunshine Coast and Noosa Shire councils will be SUNSHIN

encouraged to investigate the potential to identify

E MOTO
RWAY

limited additional longer-term urban growth

opportunities, giving consideration to broader

Chapter 3
strategies for their long-term rural, environmental
and landscape sustainability. Studies are to be
undertaken in consultation with the Queensland
Government and other key stakeholders.

A
Northern Gateway

B
These investigations will consider a range of factors
including environmental and landscape values,

C
Delivering the high-frequency public transport
flooding and coastal hazards, natural economic
connection with the upgraded Sunshine Coast
resources, and councils broader strategies for
Airport and aviation cluster at Marcoola will also

Metro
accommodating population and employment growth.
create further opportunities to accelerate economic
The appropriateness and timing of any additional
development and reinforce Maroochydores role as
expansion land supply would also be subject to
the primary centre for the Sunshine Coast.
relevant findings of the Queensland Governments
SEQ Growth Monitoring Program. If the Maroochydore-Caloundra high-frequency

Northern
public transport connection is achieved, and
Rural towns
councils planning delivers higher-value economic
7 Development in rural towns, including activity to complement the corridor, the boundary of
Landsborough, Palmwoods, Yandina, Cooroy and the Northern Gateway REC may adjust over time in
Pomona will occur in a sustainable manner to response.
ensure community resilience and the needs of local

Western
b. Kawana
communities are met.
This emerging REC supports priority sectors of health
Outcomes for Prosper and professional services. Establishment of the core
precinct of the Kawana activity centre will provide a
Regional Economic Clusters
range of higher order consumer functions, such as

Southern
8 The intent to be a globally competitive region, retail and commercial services.
and an attractive destination for investment and
Delivering the passenger transport corridor and
high-value economic activities, will be accelerated
Kawana town centre will accelerate economic activity
by identifying, protecting and growing economic
in this cluster.
opportunities and synergies within and between
Regional Economic Clusters (RECs).
Chapter 4

The RECs in the Northern sub-region include:

a. Northern Gateway
SUNSHINE
COA
This REC supports priority sectors of professional MOTORWA ST
Y

services and manufacturing, and higher order

consumer functions such as retail, as well as
WAY

community, civic and cultural uses.

ANA
KAW

Chapter 5

The emerging Maroochydore City Centre (SunCentral)

NICKLIN WAY

at the heart of the Maroochydore regional activity

centre is a transformative and regionally significant
project that will increase employment, improve KAWANA

Kawana Waters
accessibility and deliver wide spread economic and
community benefits. This emerging city centre will
provide for higher-value knowledge-based economic Kawana
activities that will complement this REC and create
Chapter 6

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9 Regional activity centres, knowledge and technology

precincts, and major industry and enterprise areas
that are not part of RECs will be developed in line
with the regional strategies.

Rural prosperity
10 The sub-regions principal agricultural land
resources in EumundiYandina, Beerwah,
Palmwoods, Mary Valley and the Glass House
Mountains will be protected to preserve long-
term food security and export opportunities. This Eumundi,
includes preventing further land fragmentation and Sunshine
protecting agricultural activities from encroachment Coast
by incompatible uses.
Alternative agricultural futures will be explored to This will include:
help coastal lowland areas transition from traditional a. delivering Cross River Rail in the Metro
cane farming. This includes diversifying rural sub-region, which will support economic growth
activities to strengthen resilience to market cycles in the Northern sub-region through improved
and climate change. access to the capital city centre
Opportunities exist to further grow and diversify b. delivering a network of high-frequency public
the regional food system which has seen a range of transport connections as part of the strategic
direct marketing and value-adding options emerge public transport system to 2041, including:
for small to mid-scale primary producers and food
processors. Adaptation of traditional industries and i. delivering the MaroochydoreCaloundra
the entry of new players has seen the region become high-frequency public transport connection
the centre of locally branded and artisanal food with opportunities to extend it to Beerwah,
production. which will support increased residential
densities and employment growth, increase
Local farmers' markets, restaurants and consumers public transport accessibility and efficiency,
are increasing the demand for the range of locally link the sub-regions RECs and support a key
produced higher value dairy products, grass fed and economic corridor
free range meats, subtropical fruits, vegetables,
nuts and niche products that now augment the well- ii. providing high-frequency public transport
established exports of processed ginger and herbs. connections on the north-coast rail line
between Beerwah rail station and the Metro
11 The sub-regions hinterland areas support the sub-region, through the Beerburrum to
growth of creative and boutique industries. Rural Nambour Rail Upgrade Project, which will
diversification includes value-adding, nature-based relieve pressure on the strategic road network
tourism as well as clean energy initiatives. These and improve freight efficiency
activities will be encouraged where they can be
managed to preserve the agricultural land resource, iii. extending the network of high-frequency
conservation assets and the surrounding character public transport connections from Noosa and
and scenic amenity. Nambour to Maroochydore and Caloundra
South, which will help service commuter and
Outcomes for Connect other trips within the sub-region and relieve
pressure on the road network.
Key regional infrastructure
Future investigations
NORTHERN SUB-REGION

12 The intent to be a region of interconnected

communities that moves people and freight 13 The Queensland Government will support the
efficiently to maximise community and economic Sunshine Coast Councils application to the
benefits will be facilitated by the delivery of high- Australian Communications and Media Authority
frequency public transport connections, and key to declare an offshore cable protection zone and
improvements to the integrated regional transport landing point for an international submarine
system, including improvements to the north-coast broadband cable connection.
rail line between Beerburrum and Nambour, that
integrate with the desired growth pattern.

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Chapter 1
This cable would make the Sunshine Coast the
first regional centre in Australia to provide direct,
international broadband connectivity to global
markets in the AsiaPacific and the United States.

Chapter 2
This will significantly increase the economic
competitiveness of the sub-region and all of SEQ.

Outcomes for Sustain

Landscape areas and natural assets

Chapter 3
14 The intent to protect and nurture the regional
biodiversity network and manage regional Mapleton Falls
National Park,
landscapes will be particularly relevant to the Sunshine Coast
following locations:

A
a. Noosa North Shore Corridor, which links Teewah Inter-urban break

B
Beach to Cooloola and Great Sandy National Park
16 The Moreton BaySunshine Coast (Northern)

C
b. Lakes Cootharaba, Cooroibah and Weyba, and inter-urban break will be retained as a regionally
their catchment areas significant green break providing open space,

Metro
c. the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, amenity and other non-urban landscape values
Scientific and Cultural Organisation) recognition between the major urban areas of the Metro and
of Noosa Shire as a Biosphere Reserve Northern sub-regions; this will also serve to retain
their distinctive lifestyles.
d. National Estate-listed MaroochyNoosa Wallum

Northern
Corridor This inter-urban break protects the landscape
setting of the heritage-listed Glass House Mountains
e. Maroochy Wetlands
National Park and water quality of the Ramsar
f. ElginConondale Corridor, which links Yabba/ listed wetlands of the Pumicestone Passage, and
Squirrel Creek/Jimna/Conondale preserves opportunities for agricultural production

Western
and forestry, tourism and outdoor recreation.
g. Mapleton National Park to Mooloolah River
National Park Terrestrial Corridor The Queensland Government will continue to
work with Sunshine Coast Council and Moreton
h. Blackall RangeImbil Corridor, which links
Bay Regional Council to determine the extent and
Conondale/Bellthorpe/Kenilworth/Imbil
values of this inter-urban break, and investigate

Southern
i. the National Heritage-listed and culturally mechanisms to ensure its long-term protection,
significant Glass House Mountains coordinated management and greater utilisation
j. Currimundi and Stumer Creek, and associated in accordance with its stated values (refer to
lagoons, shallow wetlands and coastal vegetation Chapter 4).

k. the Ramsar-listed wetlands of Bribie Island, the Regional water supply

Chapter 4

Pumicestone Passage, and the islands and waters

17 To ensure water security for the sub-region,
of northern Moreton Bay
Seqwater will work with the Queensland
l. Noosa North Shore to Pumicestone Passage Government, relevant water service providers,
Coastal Corridor. local government and the community to deliver
a new water supply source required within the
Indigenous landscape values next 20 years.
15 Traditional Owners will be engaged to ensure their
Chapter 5

cultural knowledge and connection to land and

sea Country is included in planning. This will be
particularly relevant to Mt Coolum, Mt Ninderry and
Maroochy River and Glass House Mountains. Further
values are indicated in Map 5a and described in
Table 11a.
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Outcomes for Live

Our great places
18 Developing and promoting great places will
support the sub-regions liveability, prosperity,
and sense of identity and community.
Current and evolving great places identified by local
governments in the Northern sub-region include:
a. Hastings Street Noosa Heads, an iconic
destination, is a small-scale main street set Eumundi
among the green backdrop of Noosa Hill that markets,
Sunshine Coast
provides a major drawcard for locals and
international visitors. These qualities a vibrant,
pedestrian-friendly streetscape and diverse h. Cooroy and its surrounding area services
dining and retailing opportunities all make much of the Noosa hinterland. Residents enjoy
Hastings Street an outstanding place. modern lifestyle conveniences in a country town
atmosphere. The streetscape is enhanced by
b. Caloundra City Centre with its traditional
heritage buildings, mature landscaping, shaded
main street Bulcock Street connecting
footpaths, small/intimate business premises,
to Kings Beach involves major and smart city
and visual connections with the sub-regions
improvements with community involvement
agricultural and forestry heritage.
to create a great place where community use,
commerce, a great public realm and events i. Yandina, one of the oldest towns on the
all co-exist. Sunshine Coast, includes a subtropical town
centre showcasing heritage-listed buildings,
c. Mooloolaba Esplanade and Spit, a renowned
vibrant markets and dining options.
beach and riverfront resort destination features
high-quality urban design and public space with j. Beerwah, an emerging growth town with a
street shopping and dining. modern country feel in the heart of Glass House
Country, supports an active and lively main
d. Ocean Street and Maroochydore City Centre,
street where new development blends with its
a traditional main street revitalised with food,
traditional rural town heritage values.
live music and dining, is connected to a new city
centre at SunCentral and provides world-class k. Landsborough in the Glass House Mountains
urban form and infrastructure, as well as smart is a popular tourism destination, often regarded
city technologies. as the gateway to the hinterland tourist trail.
e. Palmwoods Town Centre contains a traditional l. Maleny, Montville, Mapleton and Flaxton are
and historically intact main street and small towns and villages on the picturesque
surrounding streets, with preserved laneways and Blackall Range offering a mix of activities on their
buildings, and a local community offering a mix of village character main streets.
activities, arts and crafts, and hinterland trails.
m. Kenilworth sits behind the Blackall Range and
f. Nambour Town Centre, the historic centre of the offers an historical museum, art gallery, and
sub-region, is renewing itself as a hip place to be a range of eateries, shops, and niche food
for young people living or visiting the sub-region, production.
with an emerging live music and vibrant
n. Kawana Town Centre and Hospital including
street-life scene.
the lakefront, which is connected to Bokarina
g. Eumundi Village Centre, a traditional and Beach, Sippy Downs Town Centre and University,
NORTHERN SUB-REGION

historically intact main street, is home to the are emerging pedestrian-scale, urban precincts,
world famous Eumundi Markets and a focal point featuring a wide range of town centre uses.
for arts, crafts and other creative activities, as
well as its hinterland.

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WESTERN SUB-REGION

Chapter 2
The Western sub-region (Figure 25) a strong focus on expansion areas, primarily around
y
the sub-regions major urban and rural centres,
contains SEQs major rural production particularly in Ipswich and Toowoomba
and regional landscape areas, and its role as the western gateway, connecting SEQ to
y
is supported by the major cities of the rural areas and towns of Darling Downs and South

Chapter 3
Ipswich and Toowoomba. These cities Burnett, and providing critical freight connections with
northern New South Wales and the southern states
contain significant expansion areas,
an emerging national- and global-oriented economy
y
Regional Economic Clusters (RECs) and leveraging major investments in airport, logistics and

A
infrastructure connections of national freight infrastructure

B
significance. the Ipswich and Toowoomba CBDs, and a dispersed
y

C
The Western sub-region is SEQs rural heartland. Places network of urban and rural centres including Gatton,
like the Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Boonah, Beaudesert and Kilcoy that service distinct
regional populations

Metro
Ipswich rural hinterland counterbalance the regions
major urban areas. Parts of the sub-region also offer a new major airport at Wellcamp, which supports
y
an alternative temperate climate and lifestyle, further broader economic activities, including freight and
boosting the sub-regions distinctiveness. tourism

Northern
Both development and improving transport significant major industry and enterprise areas and
y
connections are strengthening relationships between Australian Defence Force infrastructure
this sub-region and the Metro sub-region for services
several distinctive and culturally rich rural townships
y
and employment.
an integrated transport network that accelerates
y
The sub-region is characterised by:

Western
access within the sub-region, and provides strong
a predominantly regional and rural lifestyle supported
y social and economic connections with the Metro sub-
by spectacular open space, hinterland and natural region, including critical freight connections with the
landscape settings Port of Brisbane
its reputation as one of the most fertile farmland areas
y expansive water catchments and groundwater systems
y

Southern
in the world, and its role as Australias food bowl, that supply the majority of the regions water for
growing the most diverse range of commercial fruit drinking, farming and industry
and vegetables in Australia
a network of waterways, lakes and wetlands
y
diverse living opportunities, including urban areas
y that provide important recreational, cultural,
and centres, suburban areas, rural centres, rural environmental and health benefits
residential and rural (including hinterland) living
Chapter 4

nationally and internationally recognised natural

y
assets and environmental values, including
world-class hinterland areas and the Great
Dividing Range.
Chapter 5
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Sub-regional growth
Tables 17 and 18 show the expected population growth, and dwelling supply benchmarks for the sub-region,
to 2041. These will guide state agencies and local governments in preparing more detailed planning.

Table 17: Western sub-region current estimates and future supply benchmarks

Expected Additional
Population Dwellings
Local government population growth dwellings
2016** 2016**
20162041* 20162041*
Ipswich 200,100 319,900 72,092 111,700

Somerset 25,200 12,800 10,107 6,200

Toowoomba
134,000 46,000 54,786 20,300
(urban extent)
Lockyer Valley 39,500 21,500 14,282 9,600

Scenic Rim 41,000 21,000 16,305 10,000

Total for
439,800 421,200 167,572 157,800
sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

Western sub-region current estimates and expected Consolidation vs expansion ratio

1000000 2041 2016**
900000
800000 Consolidation
700000 20%
600000
500000
400000
300000 Expansion
80%
200000
100000
0
Population Dwellings
**Population is ABS estimated resident population; dwellings are 2016
Census counts (permanent private dwellings)

Table 18: Western sub-region consolidation and expansion dwelling supply benchmarks*

Additional dwellings 20162041 Legend for the RECs

Local government on pages 131132
Consolidation Expansion Total
REC
Ipswich 27,900 83,800 111,700 Regional activity centre
Knowledge and
Somerset 0 6200 6200 technology precinct
Major enterprise and
Toowoomba
WESTERN SUB-REGION

3200 17,100 20,300 industry area

(urban extent) Intermodal terminal
Lockyer Valley 0 9600 9600 For further detail on the core
components of each REC refer to
Scenic Rim 0 10,000 10,000 Table 4 in Part A of this chapter.
Total for
31,100 126,700 157,800
sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

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Chapter 2
Northern
sub-region

Chapter 3
Kilcoy

A
B
C
Metro
Esk

Northern
Brisbane West
Wellcamp Airport

Metro
sub-region

Western
Toowoomba Gatton Walloon/
Rosewood
Ipswich
Laidley
Springfield

Southern
Ripley

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Bromelton
Beaudesert
Boonah

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Principal regional activity centre
Principal rural activity centre
Biodiversity corridor
Major road connection
Rail line
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High-frequency public transport connections

Airport
Agricultural resource area
Regional Economic Cluster
Bromelton State Development Area
Urban corridor Southern
Major expansion area sub-region
Urban Footprint

This figure represents some of the outcomes of the sub-regional directions at a conceptual level at 2041. This figure does not apply in development assessment. It is intended that local government planning
schemes will provide more refined planning for the matters shown on this figure, and any dierences arising from that refined planning will not result in the planning scheme being inconsistent with this figure.
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Sub-regional outcomes
The following sub-regional outcomes have been
identified to implement key ShapingSEQ strategies.
These outcomes align with ShapingSEQs five themes:
Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live.

Outcomes for Grow

Growth by consolidation
1 The intent to use land and infrastructure efficiently Gatton
will be supported by focusing density in and around main street,
appropriate locations along urban corridors, and Lockyer Valley
in areas with superior access to public transport,
employment and services. Key locations include: Of these areas, Ripley Valley, Springfield and
a. the Ipswich to Rosewood rail transport corridor, Rosewood/Thagoona/Walloon will accommodate
including Ipswich and Goodna regional activity the largest proportion of the sub-regions
centres, and the Ipswich knowledge and planned expansion.
technology precinct (health and education), and Assuming local constraints are resolved adequately,
key rail stations between Rosewood and Redbank residential density and housing diversity will
b. Springfield regional activity centre (including its increase in proportion to a locations proximity
rail station) to employment opportunities, services or public
transport frequency.
c. Toowoomba regional activity centre, including
the Toowoomba Railway Parklands Priority These places will develop as new high-quality
Development Area. communities.
By 2041, these places will be more compact, mixed- 3 New communities located within Lockyer Valley,
use, connected and active, and provide improved Scenic Rim or Somerset local government areas are
urban amenity. Housing diversity, including a range of to plan for and achieve a net residential density that
'missing middle' housing forms, will also increase in is appropriate for their rural locality (refer to Grow,
and around these places. Element 3, Strategy 3).

Growth by expansion Potential Future Growth Areas

2 The intent to deliver new and more complete 4 Major areas in the sub-region that may be suitable
communities that are well-planned and serviced for future urban growth include Beaudesert East,
will be achieved in areas including: Glamorgan Vale, Lanefield/Granchester, Mount
Kynoch, Meringandan/Kleinton and Mundoolun
a. Beaudesert
(part). The intent for these areas is set out in
b. emerging growth area at Plainlands Chapter 4.
c. Fernvale
Rural towns
d. Meringandan West
5 Development in rural towns, including Esk, Kilcoy,
e. Redbank Plains, Bellbird Park, Collingwood Park Toogoolawah, Lowood, Gatton, Marburg, Canungra
and Boonah will occur in a sustainable manner to
f. Ripley Valley
ensure community resilience and the needs of local
g. Rosewood/Thagoona/Walloon communities are met.
h. Springfield
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Outcomes for Prosper b. Ipswich
Regional Economic Clusters This emerging REC has the potential to develop
into a major economic hub featuring a diverse mix
6 The intent to be a globally competitive region,
of economic activities. Clustering around the Ipswich

Chapter 2
and an attractive destination for investment and
regional activity centre includes priority sectors of
high-value economic activities, will be accelerated
commercial and professional services, health and
by identifying, protecting and growing economic
tertiary education complemented by a retail and
opportunities and synergies within and between
civic heart.
Regional Economic Clusters (RECs).
Towards the west, there is an emerging industrial
The RECs in the Western sub-region include:

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corridor anchored by clustering of transport and
logistics, and manufacturing (aviation and defence)
a. Western Gateway
priority sectors around the Royal Australian Air Force
This REC supports significant agricultural (RAAF) Base Amberley and the Amberley Aerospace

A
and resource activities and priority sectors of and Defence Support Centre.
manufacturing, transport and logistics, and health

B
Opportunities exist for greater intensification
and knowledge (including higher education). It also

C
and consolidation of activities within this REC.
supports creative and cultural industries, tourism
Close proximity to major transport infrastructure
and higher order consumer functions such as retail,
provides long-term opportunities for a transport and

Metro
as well as community, civic and cultural uses.
logistics hub associated with the future Melbourne
Strategically located as the gateway to the west to Brisbane Inland Rail line. However, this REC will
and at the intersection of three national highways, need to overcome challenges relating to geotechnical
the ongoing development of the Brisbane West stability in parts of Ebenezer associated with former
Wellcamp Airport, Toowoomba Enterprise Hub

Northern
mining activities to reach its full potential.
(Charlton Wellcamp Enterprise Area), Toowoomba
Delivery of high-frequency public transport
Second Range Crossing, as well as long-term
connections, and the on-going growth and
investments such as the Melbourne to Brisbane
development of the Ipswich CBD to support high
Inland Rail, will further strengthen this regional hub
order professional services, will strengthen
as a significant inland port. In particular, growth

Western
economic activity in this cluster.
in domestic and international aviation traffic will
provide opportunities for an aviation cluster around
the Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport. WARREGO HIGHWAY

Delivery of high-frequency public transport Wulkuraka/Karrabin

Southern
connections linking the airport to the Toowoomba K IPSWICH
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CBD and the Toowoomba knowledge and technology RA
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Ipswich
precinct, as well as the ongoing growth and
Amberley
development of the Toowoomba CBD to support high
order professional services, will further strengthen
economic activity in this cluster. CUNNIN
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c. Springfield
RAIL NETWORK

This emerging REC includes priority sectors of Brisbane Markets/Rocklea

Salisbury Industrial Area
health and tertiary education clusters, supported Nathan/Coopers Plains
by higher order consumer activities such as retail WA
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and hospitality. A burgeoning commercial and
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Bundamba/Riverview
professional services sector is also starting to Redbank Willawong
Terminal
Acacia Ridge
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emerge and will help to diversify this REC.

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to diversification of its economic base, major
investments in public transport, and continued
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Bromelton State Development Area

SPRINGFIELD
8 The Bromelton State Development Area (SDA)
Springfield provides long-term industrial land supply and will
facilitate industrial activities of regional, state and
national significance. It is strategically located near
Mt Lindesay Highway and on the standard rail gauge
line between Brisbane and Sydney, which presents
significant opportunities for transport and logistics
activities, in particular rail-dependent industries.
Delivery of a number of key infrastructure projects
Springfield
will facilitate long-term development of the SDA.
This includes the Southern Freight Rail Corridor
d. South West Industrial Corridor to the SydneyBrisbane Rail Corridor, which will
Supported by significant state and national transport serve as the major freight link connecting a future
infrastructure, this well-established REC, which Melbourne to Brisbane Inland rail line, and the
spans into the Metro sub-region, contains the most realignment of the Mt Lindesay Highway through
significant industrial cluster in the region. the SDA, which will improve connections with
SEQ markets and provide efficiencies in freight
It operates as a receiving and dispatch location for movement.
much of SEQs land-based freight. The function of
this REC varies from a very heavy industrial focus, The potential for this area to emerge as a REC will
supporting priority sectors of manufacturing, mining require improved synergies with the Beaudesert
services and transport and logistics at its expanding Activity Centre. The future Salisbury to Beaudesert
western boundary, to health and tertiary education rail link will facilitate greater worker accessibility to
oriented sectors towards its eastern boundary. the SDA, which presents employment opportunities
for the wider Scenic Rim and southern Logan council
Maximising the capacity of the existing rail network, areas.
improving internal mobility and prioritising the
movement of freight will enhance the functioning of
this REC. There may also be potential for synergies to
emerge with the Pacific Motorway REC.
WESTERN SUB-REGION

7 Regional activity centres, knowledge and technology

precincts, and major industry and enterprise areas
that are not part of RECs will be developed in line
with the regional strategies.

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Special uses Rural prosperity
9 The following special uses will be protected in the 10 The sub-regions principal rural production lands
long-term from encroachment by sensitive and (for horticulture, forestry and grazing) in the
incompatible activities: Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Somerset and Ipswich

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areas support one of the nations most important
a. The Helidon Hazardous Industry Precinct contains
food bowls; they are extremely important for
the Helidon Explosives Reserve, which is one of
long-term food security and export opportunities.
only two explosives reserves within Queensland.
This land resource and the supporting processing
This highly specialised land use has very
infrastructure will be protected, including preventing
significant buffering requirements and is integral
further land fragmentation and protecting rural

Chapter 3
to supporting the extractive and construction
industries and activities from encroachment by
industries.
incompatible uses.
Opportunities to grow the capacity of the Helidon
Alternative rural futures will be explored to diversify
Hazardous Industry Precinct for regionally

A
and increase the productivity of rural activities, and
significant special industry operations will be

B
strengthen the areas resilience to market cycles and
investigated in the longer term.
climate change. Maintaining the productive capacity

C
b. The Ipswich Motorsports Precinct at Willowbank of this land resource will become increasingly
is a regionally, state and nationally significant important to the region in the face of climate

Metro
motorsport and outdoor recreational facility change.
that hosts a range of national and international
11 The Queensland Government will partner with
events.
Ipswich, Scenic Rim, Somerset, and Lockyer Valley
c. RAAF Base Amberley is the Royal Australian councils, the private sector, and key stakeholders to
Air Forces largest airbase and a significant

Northern
identify opportunities to ensure a sustainable future
and growing employer that provides economic for the sub-regions rural production land resources,
benefits to the regional and state economy. including a secure and sustainable water supply.
d. Kokoda Barracks (Land Warfare Centre) located in 12 The sub-regions hinterland areas support the
Canungra is an important training and operational growth of creative and boutique industries, and

Western
readiness facility for defence force personnel. nature-, rural- and adventure-based tourism and
e. Borallon Training and Correctional Centre and recreation activities that add to its visitor appeal
Southern Queensland Correctional Centre and economic diversity. These activities will be
(near Gatton) provide high security correctional encouraged where impacts on the environment and
facilities in the region. scenic amenity can be successfully managed.

Southern
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Outcomes for Connect ii. delivering a high-frequency public transport

connection between Brassall and Yamato
Key regional infrastructure
via the Ipswich CBD to support increased
13 The intent to be a region of interconnected residential densities, employment growth, and
communities that moves people and freight public transport accessibility and efficiency
efficiently to maximise community and economic
c. delivering the Southern Freight Rail Corridor
benefits will be facilitated by the delivery of
(part of the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland
high-frequency public transport connections,
Rail project), connecting the western rail line
and key improvements to the integrated regional
near Rosewood to the interstate railway near
transport system, that integrate with the desired
Bromelton, which will improve the freight
growth pattern. This will include:
networks efficiency and relieve pressure on
a. delivering Cross River Rail in the Metro the passenger rail network between Rosewood/
sub-region, which will support economic growth Ipswich and the Metro sub-region
in the Western sub-region through improved
d. delivering the Toowoomba Second Range
access to the capital city centre
Crossing, which will improve freight movement
b. delivering high-frequency public transport efficiency, unlock the potential of the regional
connections as part of the strategic public freight and logistics hub at the Toowoomba
transport system to 2041, including: Enterprise Hub (Charlton Wellcamp Enterprise
Area) and relieve pressure on Toowoomba
i. delivering high-frequency public transport
City roads
connections along the Ipswich to Springfield
public transport corridor, which will strengthen e. delivering the Western Ipswich Bypass, which
economic and social connections within the will improve freight network efficiency and relieve
sub-region and support expansion areas, pressure on Ipswich City roads
including increased residential densities close
f. delivering the Bromelton North-South Arterial
to planned stations; connections to Keidges
Road, as part of the Mt Lindesay Highway
Road and School Road will be prioritised in
upgrade, which will improve freight efficiency
delivery of the corridor
through the Bromelton State Development Area
to the freight network.
WESTERN SUB-REGION

Springfield
Central station,
Ipswich

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14 Supporting and working with the Australian
Government to deliver the Melbourne to Brisbane
Inland Rail project which will support efficient
freight movement throughout the sub-region,

Chapter 2
and more broadly. This will improve national rail
freight network connections with Melbourne via
Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley, Ebenezer and the
Bromelton SDA, and ultimately link to the Port
of Brisbane.

Chapter 3
Future investigations
Natural
15 The Australian and Queensland governments landscape,
will work with Toowoomba and Lockyer Valley Scenic Rim
regional councils, Ipswich City Council and other

A
key stakeholders to investigate the integration of e. Mt Coot-thaBlackall Range Corridor, which

B
passenger transport services with the Melbourne links Mt Coot-tha, DAguilar (South)/Bunyaville

C
to Brisbane Inland Rail project from Rosewood Conservation Park, DAguilar National Park
to Toowoomba, which could provide passenger including Mt Glorious, Somerset Dam precinct,
transport connections to Toowoomba. Wivenhoe Dam precinct and north to the

Metro
16 A new road connection to support freight movement Blackall Range
between the Logan Motorway and Ebenezer will be f. FlindersKarawatha Corridor, which links
investigated. Karawatha Forest, Greenbank Military Training
17 Under current analysis, high-frequency rail public Area, White Rock, Goolman, Mt Perry, Flinders

Northern
transport connections are not warranted to Peak, Teviot Range, Mt Joyce, Wyaralong Dam
Rosewood, or in Toowoomba, however this will and south to Mt Barney in the Border Ranges
be further investigated if sufficient residential g. DAguilar RangeBenarkin Corridor, which
densities are achieved in this corridor. includes Deer Reserve National Park and Deer

Western
Reserve State Forest
Outcomes for Sustain
h. DeongwarDAguilar Corridor, which links
Landscape areas and natural assets Deongwar State Forest through the Esk State
18 The intent to protect and nurture the regional Forest and east to the D'Aguilar Range National
biodiversity network and manage regional Park including Mt Glorious.

Southern
landscapes will be particularly relevant to the
following locations: Indigenous landscape values

a. Border Ranges biodiversity hotspot centred on 19 Traditional Owners will be engaged to ensure
the McPherson Macleay Overlap which contains their cultural knowledge and connection to land
the Gondwana Rainforest World Heritage Area, and sea Country is included in planning. This will be
Chapter 4

including Mt Barney and Main Range National particularly relevant to the Brisbane River, Flinders
Parks Peak, Tamborine Mountain, Canungra Valley and
Mt Tabletop. Further values are indicated in
b. Scenic Rim Corridor, which links Glen Rock Map 5a and described in Table 11a.
State Forest south and east to the Gold Coast,
including national parks (Main Range, 20 Native Title exists in relation to areas of land or
Mt Barney, Mt Maroon, Mt Chinghee, waters within the area recognised as Jinibara
Lamington and Springbrook), Mt Lindesay Country. For a full description see www.nntt.gov.au.
Chapter 5

and Tamborine Mountain

c. Main RangeHelidon Hills Corridor, which links
Helidon Hills to Toowoomba and Glenrock, and
an offshoot including the Mistake Ranges, and
Little Liverpool Range to Wivenhoe Dam
d. Helidon HillsBlackall Range Corridor, which
links Helidon Hills north to Benarkin, Imbil and
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Outcomes for Live

Our great places
21 Developing and promoting great places will
support the sub-regions liveability, prosperity,
sense of identity and community. Current
and evolving great places identified by local
governments in the Western sub-region include:
a. Ipswich City Centre, the heart of one of
Queenslands oldest cities, which is being
revitalised into a modern CBD while reflecting its
rich history and character, flanked by highlights
such as Queens Park and River Heart Parklands Esk, Somerset
b. Toowoomba City Centre, a vibrant commercial,
health, civic and service hub for the greater f. Rosewood, an attractive, historic rural town
South West and Darling Downs region, with a within a scenic natural and rural setting, services
Melbourne of the north network of heritage major growth in the western area of Ipswich and
buildings and laneways, a temperate climate and contains a mix of residential densities and land
an emerging array of coffee shops, restaurants uses, as well as a traditional country town main
and artisan stores; celebrated by festivals street and railway station
throughout the year, it is flanked by the Queens
and Laurel Bank Parks, and the Railway Parklands g. Laidley, one of the regions largely intact rural
development town main streets with potential to increase the
appeal of the town centre
c. Springfield, a new town centre in a
master-planned community with a strong h. Beaudesert, Boonah and Tamborine Mountain, all
main street, mixed-use character with major vibrant Scenic Rim towns that offer a country town
community assets such as a railway station, and hinterland village experience, provide active
Robelle Domain parklands and Orion Lagoon and lively main streets and public spaces, and are
gateways to the region's spectacular rural and
d. Ripley, a vibrant new town centre that services natural landscapes
the Ripley Valley master-planned community
with diverse living opportunities and retail, i. Esk and Kilcoy, with traditional main streets
commercial and recreational facilities, focused supporting vibrant and successful rural town
on a public transport hub, main street and town centres.
centre parklands
e. Goodna, a renewed, compact, mixed-use town
centre that services the eastern suburbs of
Ipswich, and is located close to major rail and
highway connections and a major open space
network
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SOUTHERN SUB-REGION

Chapter 2
The Southern sub-region (Figure 26) a maturing national- and global-oriented
y
economy increasingly focused on productive-
contains SEQs second-largest urban and knowledge-intensive activity and creative
area and a major city in its own right industries
the City of Gold Coast. The sub-region a CBD supported by a strong network of urban
y

Chapter 3
is a model of coastal urbanity with a centres, knowledge and technology precincts and
industry and enterprise areas, and a major domestic
contemporary vibe. and international airport that supports tourism and
The Southern sub-region is characterised by: broader economic activities

A
an exciting coastal-urban lifestyle supported by
y its role as SEQs premier domestic and international
y

B
world-class beaches, waterways and hinterland tourism destination

C
areas
an integrated transport network that accelerates
y
a highly urbanised coastal edge and historical,
y access within the sub-region, and provides strong

Metro
inland urban settlements and hinterland townships social and economic connections with the Metro
sub-region
diverse living opportunities, including seaside urban
y
centres, CBD, mixed-use, canal, suburban, rural nationally and internationally recognised natural
y
residential and rural (including hinterland) living assets and environmental values, including
world-class coastal and hinterland areas.

Northern
a strong focus on consolidation around major urban
y
centres and along the light rail urban renewal In 2018, the Southern sub-region will host the
corridor (and its future extensions) Commonwealth Games, providing a significant boost
for the sub-region internationally. SEQ is well placed to
its role as the southern gateway, connecting SEQ to
y
capitalise on this major event.
coastal cities and towns of the southern states and,

Western
increasingly, the world

Southern
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Sub-regional growth
Tables 19 and 20 show the expected population growth, and dwelling supply benchmarks for the Southern
sub-region, to 2041. These will guide state agencies and local governments in preparing more detailed planning.

Table 19: Southern sub-region current estimates and future supply benchmarks

Expected Additional
Population Dwellings
City of Gold Coast population growth dwellings
2016** 2016**
20162041* 20162041*
Total for
567,900 351,100 234,639 158,900
sub-region
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041

Southern sub-region current estimates and expected Consolidation vs expansion ratio

1000000 2041 2016**
900000
800000 Expansion
700000 20%
600000
500000
400000
300000 Consolidation
200000 80%
100000
0
Population Dwellings
**Population is ABS estimated residential population; dwellings
are 2016 Census counts (permanent private dwellings)

Table 20: Southern sub-region consolidation and expansion dwelling supply benchmarks*

Additional dwellings 20162041 Legend for the RECs

on pages 141142
City of Gold Coast
Consolidation Expansion Total REC
Regional activity centre
Knowledge and
Total for technology precinct
127,900 31,000 158,900
sub-region Major enterprise and
industry area
*Figures based on ShapingSEQ policy for 2041
Intermodal terminal
For further detail on the core
components of each REC refer to
Table 4 in Part A of this chapter.
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sub-region

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Beenleigh

Yatala

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Ormeau

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B
SOUTH
Coomera

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STRADBROKE
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Metro
Helensvale

Northern
Western
sub-region Southport
(Gold Coast CBD)

Nerang

Western
Robina

Southern

Gold Coast Airport

Chapter 4

Coolangatta

Tweed Heads

Legend
Principal regional activity centre
Biodiversity corridor
Coastal corridor
Major road connection
Rail line
Light rail line
Chapter 5

High-frequency public transport connections

Airport
Agricultural resource area
Regional Economic Cluster
Urban corridor
Major expansion area
Urban Footprint
Inter-urban break

This figure represents some of the outcomes of the sub-regional directions at a conceptual level at 2041. This figure does not apply in development assessment. It is intended that local government planning
schemes will provide more refined planning for the matters shown on this figure, and any dierences arising from that refined planning will not result in the planning scheme being inconsistent with this figure.
Chapter 6

Figure 26: The Southern sub-region

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Sub-regional outcomes
The following sub-regional outcomes have been
identified to implement key ShapingSEQ strategies.
These outcomes align with ShapingSEQs five themes:
Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live.

Outcomes for Grow

Growth by consolidation
1 The intent to use land and infrastructure efficiently
will be supported by focusing density in and around
appropriate locations along urban corridors, and Southport,
Gold Coast
in areas with superior access to public transport,
employment and services. Key locations include:
a. the light rail urban renewal corridor, including Growth by expansion
Southport (Gold Coast CBD), Surfers Paradise, 3 The intent to deliver new and more complete
Broadbeach and Helensvale regional activity communities that are well-planned and serviced
centres, Gold Coast Health and Knowledge will be achieved in areas including:
Precinct and key rail stations
a. Coomera
b. the Gold Coast rail transport corridor, including
Robina, Nerang and Helensvale regional activity b. Pimpama
centres, and key rail stations c. Upper Coomera.
c. Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct, and Of these areas, Coomera will accommodate the
Robina (health and education) and Varsity Lakes largest proportion of the sub-regions planned
(education) knowledge and technology precincts expansion.
d. the future passenger transport corridor between Assuming any local constraints can be resolved
Broadbeach and Coolangatta, including the adequately, residential density and housing diversity
regional activity centre and proposed will increase in proportion to a locations proximity
key stations. to employment opportunities, services or public
By 2041, these places will be more compact, transport frequency.
mixed-use, connected and active, and provide These places will develop as high-quality new
improved urban amenity. Housing diversity, including communities.
a range of 'missing middle' housing forms, will also
increase in and around these places. Potential Future Growth Areas
Accommodation of the consolidation dwelling supply 4 No major areas with potential for future urban growth
benchmarks will require sustained planning effort. have been identified outside the Urban Footprint.
The state will monitor and work with the City of Gold However, this is subject to monitoring to ensure
Coast to ensure adequate supply is sustained. there is adequate supply and the benchmarks can be
accommodated in the sub-region. If this monitoring
2 Further growth and urban renewal along the light
indicates a shortfall in housing, other areas for
rail, between Helensvale and Broadbeach (and
expansion may need to be considered. Such areas
future extensions), will provide a cohesive corridor
will be identified having regard to investigations
of distinctive, high-quality urban environments that
undertaken by the Council of the City of Gold Coast.
are typically Gold Coast in character and optimise
access to light rail services. Economic development
SOUTHERN SUB-REGION

opportunities, and housing choice and affordability,

will also be maximised.
Good planning and design will ensure that the
corridor (and future extensions) becomes an
international showcase for both transit-oriented
development and subtropical, energy-efficient living
options that support outdoor living all year round.

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Outcomes for Prosper b. RobinaVarsity Lakes
Regional Economic Clusters This REC contains specialisations in priority sectors
of creative and cultural, health and tertiary education
5 The intent to be a globally competitive region,
and commercial and corporate services.

Chapter 2
and an attractive destination for investment and
high-value economic activities, will be accelerated The knowledge, creative and commercial functions
by identifying, protecting and growing economic of this cluster are supported by high order consumer
opportunities and synergies within and between activities such as retail and hospitality, providing
Regional Economic Clusters (RECs). amenities and lifestyle opportunities.
The RECs in the Southern sub-region include: This REC would benefit from future light rail stages

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and facilitating greater synergies between the
a. SouthportBroadbeach university and the activity centre.
This well-established REC is economically significant

A
across a range of sectors at varying points, that
combined, create a corridor of activity. Priority

B
sectors include health and knowledge (including

C
tertiary education), cultural and creative, commercial
and corporate services, tourism, and higher order

Metro
consumer functions, including retail, hospitality Robina/Varsity Lakes

and tourism. ROBINA

This corridor has significantly benefited from the

light rail and investment in future stages will further PACIFI
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precinct, while maintaining high-quality design

outcomes, will also benefit this corridor, providing
RobinaVarsity Lakes
fragmentation from the canals can be overcome to

Western
maintain good accessibility and mobility to the east.

Southport

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Southern
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c. YatalaStapyltonBeenleigh d. Southern Gateway

This REC, which is in both the Southern and Metro This emerging REC supports priority sectors
sub-regions, represents a significant manufacturing of health and tertiary education, manufacturing
cluster, with a specialisation in priority sectors of (focused on aviation industries) and tourism
integrated food and beverage supply chains, and clusters. There are opportunities to further
transport and logistics located within the Yatala strengthen cross border trade as the Gold Coast
Enterprise Area. The activity centre at Beenleigh offers Tweed residents a number of services that
provides high order consumer functions such as include university institutions, an international and
retail and hospitality as well as community, civic domestic airport, major regional hospitals
and cultural activities. and numerous higher order consumer activities.
This REC would benefit from better public and active Growth of this REC will not compromise the
transport connections that serve the workforce environmental integrity and values of the nearby
population, particularly using the existing railway Cobaki Broadwater.
network, and improved accessibility to the Pacific
Extending the light rail to Coolangatta and the
Motorway. Opportunities exist to improve synergies
Gold Coast Airport will accelerate economic activity
between the activity centre and the Yatala Enterprise
in this cluster. Growth in domestic and international
Area. There may also be potential for synergies to
aviation traffic will also provide opportunities to
emerge with the Pacific Motorway REC.
develop an aviation cluster around the Gold
Land at Ormeau has been included in the Urban Coast Airport.
Footprint to acknowledge its potential to provide
important land supply for jobs in the sub-region. It
integrates with the YatalaStapylton major industry
NEW
and enterprise area, and is serviced by national road SO
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freight connections. Delivery of this land will create LES
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precincts, and major industry and enterprise areas
Yatala/Stapylton that are not part of RECs will be developed in line
with the regional strategies.

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Rural prosperity
7 The sub-regions principal agricultural land
resources are located in the Woongoolba/Norwell/
Gilberton/Alberton area. Preventing further land

Chapter 2
fragmentation and protecting agricultural activities
from encroachment by incompatible uses in this area
preserves options for long-term food security and
export opportunities.
Opportunities for production and value-adding to raw

Chapter 3
products to service niche-market, high-demand food
and beverage industries will be encouraged. Farm-, Springbrook
National Park,
adventure- and nature-based tourism, recreation Gold Coast
and events and clean energy initiatives will also be

A
encouraged where these uses are managed to ensure
b. delivering a network of high-frequency public

B
the sustainable use of the agricultural land resource.
transport connections as part of the strategic

C
If the land transitions from its traditional cane
public transport system to 2041, including:
farming use, a wide range of possible futures will
be investigated jointly with the Council of the City i. extending the light rail from Broadbeach

Metro
of Gold Coast, including diversification of rural to Coolangatta, which will support increased
activities to provide enhanced resilience to market residential densities and employment
cycles and climate change. Any future use is to growth, increase public transport
protect the identified key resource areas. accessibility and efficiency, and connect
the SouthportBroadbeach REC with Gold

Northern
8 The sub-regions hinterland areas support the
Coast Airport
growth of creative and boutique industries, as well
as nature-, rural- and adventure-based tourism and ii. providing high-frequency public transport
recreation activities that add to its visitor appeal connections between Robina and the
and economic diversity. These activities will be Broadbeach to Coolangatta corridor, which will

Western
encouraged where impacts on the environment and support increased residential densities and
scenic amenity can be successfully managed. employment growth, increase public transport
accessibility and efficiency, and connect the
Outcomes for Connect RobinaVarsity Lakes economic cluster with
the SouthportBroadbeach REC and Gold
Key regional infrastructure

Southern
Coast Airport
9 The intent to be a region of interconnected
iii. providing high-frequency public transport
communities that moves people and freight
connections between the Varsity Lakes rail
efficiently to maximise community and economic
station and Metro sub-region, which will
benefits will be enhanced by prioritising the delivery
relieve pressure on the strategic road network
of high-frequency public transport connections,
and improve freight efficiency
Chapter 4

and key improvements to the integrated regional

transport system, that integrate with the desired c. delivering the Intra-Regional Transport Corridor
growth pattern. This will include: from Carrara to Coomera initially and from
Coomera to Stapylton in the longer term, which
a. delivering Cross River Rail in the Metro sub-
will relieve pressure on the Pacific Motorway
region, which will support economic growth in the
by removing local traffic and providing better
Southern sub-region through improved access to
connections between the Southern and Metro
the capital city centre
sub-regions
Chapter 5

d. delivering enhancements and improvements

to the Pacific Motorway corridor through the
City of Gold Coast from Mudgeeraba to Tugun.
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Outcomes for Sustain

Landscape areas and natural assets
10 The intent to protect and nurture the regional
biodiversity network and manage regional
landscapes will be particularly relevant to the
following locations:
a. Border Ranges biodiversity hotspot centred on
the McPherson Macleay Overlap which contains
the Gondwana Rainforest World Heritage Area,
including the Springbrook and Lamington Burleigh Head
national parks National Park,
Gold Coast
b. the Ramsar-listed wetlands of the Southern
Moreton Bay Islands National Park and Declared
Fish Habitat Areas i. TugunSpringbrook National Park Corridor
extending from Tugun, including Currumbin
c. World Surfing Reserve from Burleigh Heads
Valley, through to Springbrook National Park.
to Snapper Rocks
d. Guanaba Indigenous Protected Area Indigenous landscape values
e. SpringbrookWongawallan Corridor, which 11 Traditional Owners will be engaged to ensure
links Border RangesSpringbrook, Tamborine their cultural knowledge and connection to land
Mountain, Darlington Range and Wongawallan and sea Country is included in planning. This will be
particularly relevant to the coastal Pimpama area,
f. Southern Moreton BayWongawallan Corridor
and Coomera River. Further values are indicated in
which links Darlington Range, Wongawallan and
Map 5a and described in Table 11a.
Southern Moreton Bay Islands National Park
through the Gold Coast inter-urban break Inter-urban break
g. Coolangatta to Burleigh Head National Park to 12 The BrisbaneLoganGold Coast inter-urban break,
Moreton Bay Islands Coastal Corridor, which centred on the Pimpama RiverHotham Creek,
links the beaches and coastal environments will be retained as a regionally significant green
of northern New South Wales to the Southern break providing open space, environmental values,
Moreton Bay Islands National Park and Moreton amenity and other non-urban landscape values
Bay Broadwater areas in the Metro sub-region between major urban areas.
h. Burleigh HeadsSpringbrook National Park This inter-urban break protects part of a strategic
Corridor extending from Burleigh Heads National corridor and supports rural production and outdoor
Park through to Springbrook National Park recreation opportunities.
SOUTHERN SUB-REGION

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Regional water supply
13 Seqwater will work with the Queensland
Government, relevant water service providers,
local government and the community to ensure

Chapter 2
water security for the sub-region and will investigate
new water supply solutions such as treatment plant
upgrades at Molendinar and expansion of the
Gold Coast Desalination Plant.

Outcomes for Live

Chapter 3
Our great places
14 Developing and promoting great places will support
the sub-regions liveability, prosperity, sense of

A
identity and community.

B
Current and evolving great places identified by

C
the City of Gold Coast in the Southern sub-region
include:

Metro
a. Southport, which is the CBD for the Gold Coast
and includes the Broadwater Parklands. The
CBD will maximise the advantages of its location
on the light rail and Broadwater, through a

Northern
rich mix of CBD uses, diverse precincts and the
world-class Parklands, which are a much loved, Broadbeach,
Gold Coast
valuable asset, featuring great urban design and
environmental performance and a venue for major
community events. All this creates a successful f. Gold Coast Cultural Precinct is undergoing a
and exciting place to do business, shop, be

Western
staged development and is located next to major
entertained, and spend time. office based employment and will create one of
b. Surfers Paradise Business Centre, the the sub-regions major people-places.
sub-regions premier tourist destination, g. James Street Burleigh Heads is a traditional main
with an internationally recognised iconic skyline, street village centre with laneways that enhance

Southern
has an intensely developed urban core and places its human scale, and a beach village character.
adjoining a world-class beach on the Pacific
Ocean. h. Robina and Bond University/Varsity Central, a
combination of a major master-planned centre,
c. Broadbeach Business Centre is a rich mix of retail, pedestrian connectivity and knowledge industry
tourism accommodation, entertainment and surf clusters, creates economic opportunities
beaches anchored by the casino, convention
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and a thriving, mixed-use community.

centre and light rail. The precinct remains
cohesive by focusing strongly on the public realm, i. Mudgeeraba Village, a historic centre with
which ties it all together in both the precincts a traditional rural town feel, provides a
streets and public foreshore areas. people-place and gateway to major hinterland
destinations.
d. Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct
focuses on major investment across three levels j. Paradise Point, an urban neighbourhood
of government, bringing together university and on the Broadwater, includes new models of
Chapter 5

health, research and technology industries. urban form that integrate with the traditional
centre, complemented by emerging community
e. Commonwealth Games Village is serviced by drawcards such as outdoor dining, markets and
light rail and will be a great urban place with other places for people to enjoy.
a high-quality public realm providing a lasting
social and economic legacy. k. Coolangatta provides a relaxed beach
culture in an urban coastal community that
is nestled between a pristine north-facing
Chapter 6

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Delivery

Implementation:
turning strategies
into great outcomes.

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The following chapter sets out how Queensland Cabinet

ShapingSEQ will be delivered. The Queensland Cabinet will oversee the ongoing
delivery of ShapingSEQ in accordance with Figure 27.
It includes information about:
This will be led by the Minister for Planning, with inputs
governance
y
from government leadership and advisory groups to
ShapingSEQs relationship with other plans and
y ensure the Minister for Planning is well informed about
programs region-shaping investment.
development areas
y
This oversight provides the necessary governance
Potential Future Growth Areas
y to ensure the Queensland Governments range of
review of ShapingSEQ
y policy initiatives, including the planning and delivery
the implementation program.
y of infrastructure and services, and its approach to
environmental and resource management, aligns with
While ShapingSEQ respects its lineage to the delivery of ShapingSEQ.
previous regional plans, it is also a catalyst to
change planning for the region, and the energy and
The Minister for Planning
conversation around better, smarter region-building.
This will need a clear and coordinated approach to The Minister for Planning is responsible for
the delivery of its directions. the preparation, implementation and review of
ShapingSEQ, for advising the Queensland Cabinet
Chapter 5 describes ShapingSEQs framework
on related matters, and assembling and convening
for monitoring land supply and development activity
the SEQ Regional Planning Committee.
and the plans performance over time.

Governance
ShapingSEQs vision signals the importance of
leadership and governance, and the coordination of
activities to deliver the plans intended outcomes.
Implementing ShapingSEQ at a regional scale will be
primarily focused on state and local governments.
It will also involve a wide range of stakeholders
from the community, industry and non-government
organisations.
The following provides an overview of the key roles
and responsibilities for delivering ShapingSEQ.

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SEQ Regional Planning Committee Department of Infrastructure, Local
The SEQ Regional Planning Committee (RPC) is Government and Planning
established by the Minister for Planning under section The Department of Infrastructure, Local Government
14(1) of the Planning Act 2016. and Planning will lead and work with other state

Chapter 2
Its membership includes the regions 12 mayors government agencies, local governments and
and relevant Queensland Government ministers. stakeholders to facilitate and coordinate the
Its purpose is to advise the Queensland Government, implementation of ShapingSEQ.
through the Minister for Planning, on the preparation The department will manage the monitoring,
and implementation of ShapingSEQ. evaluation and reporting framework for ShapingSEQ,
The SEQ RPC fosters regional unity and a collaborative and will release information about the regions
approach to addressing new and emerging issues progress against the plan over time.
facing the region.
SEQ Housing Supply Expert Panel
The SEQ RPC is an important advisory body that will
play an ongoing role in the delivery of ShapingSEQ and The Queensland Government is establishing the
subsequent implementation actions, including: future SEQ Housing Supply Expert Panel which will provide
State Infrastructure Plan updates as it relates to SEQ; independent expert advice to the government about a
the progression of an SEQ City Deal; and responding to range of housing supply matters in SEQ.
issues identified through the SEQ Growth Monitoring The panel will play a critical role in delivery of the
Program. SEQ Growth Monitoring Program by providing expert
It will meet twice a year, or more often if needed, advice to the government about how to appropriately

Chapter 3
to review progress on delivering the plan. manage housing affordability issues in SEQ. The panel
will involve experts from a range of fields, including
planning, property, economics and demography.

Planning and development Infrastructure coordination

Queensland Cabinet

Infrastructure
Cabinet Committee

SEQ Regional Advise

Planning Minister for Planning
Committee

Department of Infrastructure,
Local Government and Planning
Chapter 4

Advise
Coordinate State
SEQ ShapingSEQ Infrastructure
local governments Plan

Implementation Implementation
and review and review
Chapter 5

Inform Inform

Monitoring, measuring and reporting

SEQ Housing Supply Expert Panel

Chapter 6

Figure 27: Governance arrangements

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Local government
SEQ local governments will play a significant role Non-government organisations, including regional
in delivering ShapingSEQ. As key partners in planning natural resource management and industry bodies,
for a liveable, prosperous and sustainable region, are encouraged to align planning initiatives with
ensuring all local planning initiatives are working to ShapingSEQ to ensure a coordinated effort across
achieve common regional goals will be necessary. the region.
Each local government will be required to ensure their Academic and research institutions provide valuable
planning scheme reflects ShapingSEQ and is not information, case studies, focused research data and
inconsistent with the SEQ regulatory provisions learnings for government and can assist in better
detailed in Planning Regulation 2017. understanding emerging trends, new technologies,
The Queensland Government will work with local intra-regional relationships and new markets.
governments and other stakeholders to develop The Queensland Government also recognises
methodologies, and local governments will provide technological changes that enable the capture and
necessary information to inform the monitoring analysis of big data to inform planning. The government
of the plan. Further detail is provided in Chapter 5. will encourage and look for opportunities to incorporate
innovation, partnerships and technology relating to
Community, industry and non-government data capture and analysis to support the next iteration
organisations of the SEQ regional plan.
Community and industry groups will play a fundamental
role in delivering ShapingSEQ through collective action
including (but not limited to):
advocating for their community or industry
y
engaging collectively with the Queensland
y
Government on the plan and its performance
delivering high-quality development
y
innovating in missing middle housing product
y
collective action in natural resource management
y
growing business and providing for new
y
employment.

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ShapingSEQs relationship with other plans and programs
ShapingSEQ is an essential part of Queenslands planning framework (Figure 28). It provides a regional framework
to manage growth, change, land use and development in SEQ by reflecting state policy and informing a range of
other more detailed planning instruments and functions.

Chapter 2
Community values, Local, state and commonwealth
needs and aspirations government possibilities

Planning context

Economy Community Environment

State Planning Policy

Regional Planning Interest Act 2014 and Regulation 2014

Plan making
Planning Act 2016 and Planning Regulation 2017

requirements

Regional plans

Chapter 3
Relevant Local planning instruments
State (i.e. Planning schemes,
Development regulatory
Development Temporary Local
requirements provisions in
Assessment Planning Instruments,
the Planning
Provisions Planning Scheme Policies)
Regulation

Decisions Development assessment

Post approval Development delivery

Legend
Directly informs to the extent relevant
Must apply to the extent relevant

Figure 28: The Queensland planning framework

Chapter 4

State Planning Policy

The State Planning Policy (SPP) sets out the Queensland The SPP and ShapingSEQ perform complementary
Governments interests in planning and development roles, where ShapingSEQ provides the basis for
for Queensland. ShapingSEQ refines these state prioritising, qualifying or resolving the state interests
interests to provide the planning and decision-making in SEQ. As such, ShapingSEQ advances the SPP in
framework for how the SPP will be applied in SEQ response to the regions projected growth, community
Chapter 5

to achieve desired planning outcomes. expectations, values, opportunities and constraints.

Under the Planning Act 2016, the SPP prevails
where there is any inconsistency with a regional plan.
ShapingSEQs strategies and sub-regional directions
are consistent with the SPP.
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Local government planning schemes

Local government planning schemes are fundamental in Local governments may propose minor adjustments
implementing ShapingSEQ. When making or amending to the Urban Footprint boundary through the local
a planning scheme, a local government must advance plan-making processes via rezoning, to recognise
ShapingSEQ by demonstrating compliance with: constraints, align to more logical boundaries or
correct anomalies.
Chapter 3, Part A: Goals, elements, strategies
y
Chapter 3, Part B: Regional growth pattern
y A local government may consider new land for urban
purposes outside of the Urban Footprint, other than
Chapter 3, Part C: Sub-regional directions
y
a minor adjustment, only where its detailed planning
Chapter 6, Resource activity, where applicable
y process has demonstrated a measurable local need
SEQ regulatory provisions in the Planning
y and regional justification for the proposal.
Regulation 2017.
This detailed local planning must be justified
Where there is an inconsistency between the strategies against ShapingSEQs goals, elements and
defined in Part A and the sub-regional directions strategies, sub-regional directions, and the Urban
defined in Part C, the sub-regional directions prevail. Footprint principles. Such justification will need to
include that there are no feasible options to unlock
A local government planning scheme will also be
areas in the existing Urban Footprint, which will
inconsistent with ShapingSEQ to the extent it conflicts
enable the local government area to accommodate its
with the SEQ regulatory provisions.
expansion dwelling supply benchmark or employment
Local government planning schemes provide finer grain planning baselines.
local policy and must advance the relevant matters of
If satisfied, the Minister for Planning may endorse
state and regional significance.
a planning scheme amendment that would be
While ShapingSEQ provides a regional policy recognised as an urban zone for the purposes of the
expression about matters of state and regional SEQ regulatory provisions.
significance contained in the SPP, it does not deal with
In any case, this process must not be used to facilitate
every aspect of the SPP; local government planning
new rural residential development in the Regional
schemes are still required to advance those aspects of
Landscape and Rural Production Area.
the SPP not dealt with by ShapingSEQ. This relationship
is also expressed graphically in Figure 29.
Development Assessment
A local government planning scheme must outline
whether the Minister for Planning has identified In accordance with the Planning Regulation 2017,
ShapingSEQ or aspects of ShapingSEQ as being proposed development is to be assessed against the
appropriately integrated and those matters that may following parts of ShapingSEQ, to the extent relevant:
not be relevant. Chapter 3, Part A: Goals, elements and strategies
y
Chapter 3, Part C: Sub-regional directions.
y

An application conflicts with ShapingSEQ if it does not

State Planning Policy
comply with these sections. If there is an inconsistency
between the strategies and sub-regional directions, the
sub-regional directions prevail.
The SEQ regulatory provisions, which are contained in
ShapingSEQ
the Planning Regulation 2017 and support ShapingSEQ,
are also relevant in development assessment.
The Planning Regulation 2017 may contain
assessment benchmarks that must be assessed
Local government planning scheme
in certain circumstances.

Figure 29: SPP and ShapingSEQ

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The State Infrastructure Plan
The integrated planning and delivery of infrastructure The Department of Infrastructure, Local Government
and development is integral to the implementation of and Planning leads both regional planning and the SIP,
ShapingSEQ. The progression of planning and delivery and activities will be supported by renewed focus and

Chapter 2
of infrastructure to accommodate growth, support improved information provided through monitoring and
private investment and delivery of essential services input from local government through the SEQ RPC. This
will underpin the sustainability and liveability of SEQ arrangement will allow the state government to respond
(Figure 30). over time to improved information and regular advice
from local governments over the life of the plan and
ShapingSEQ has identified priority region-shaping
provide a dynamic response to development as
priority infrastructure in Table 9.
it occurs.
This infrastructure is recognised and addressed in the
This integrated land use and infrastructure planning
2017 Part B program update of the State Infrastructure
framework for SEQ will be supported by a new
Plan (SIP). This section provides current information
governance arrangement integrating ShapingSEQ
regarding the status of region-shaping infrastructure
and SIP (Figure 27). The governance arrangements
and provides a credible pathway for its planning,
highlight:
prioritisation, funding and delivery.
a cooperative approach to infrastructure planning
y
As SIP Part B is updated annually, future updates
between state and local government
will detail progress, or otherwise, of these planning
priorities as they mature in response to growth and an ability to respond to challenges and opportunities
y

changing circumstances. over time

Chapter 3
that decision-making is informed by best available
y
information
Defines ShapingSEQ
the need the statutory responsibilities of the Minister
y
for Planning and the Queensland Cabinet in
decision-making.
State Infrastructure Plan
These arrangements provide confidence in the
integrated delivery of infrastructure and development
Transport Energy Water Digital Social
Prioritises and outcomes to underpin ShapingSEQ.
coordinates

Regional, sub-regional and local

strategies and programs

Services and infrastructure solutions

Delivers
to meet SEQ's defined needs

Figure 30: Progression of planning and delivery of infrastructure

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Chapter 5
Chapter 6

Raby Bay Marina,

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City Deals
The Australian Governments Smart Cities Plan sets These challenges and outcomes align with the strategy
out a vision for Australian cities, both metropolitan and frameworks presented by the Smart Cities Plan, as
and regional. A core tenet of this plan is the delivery of well as the SIP and ShapingSEQ. This ensures that the
City Deals to coordinate and leverage local, state and projects and outcomes identified in any future City Deal
federal government investment into an agreed set of for SEQ align to local needs and aspirations as well as
projects and associated outcomes. the guiding policies and directions for the region.
The Queensland Government is committed to An SEQ City Deal represents a unique opportunity to
working with the Australian Government to establish work together to transform SEQ from a region of cities
and implement City Deals for Queensland under a to a true city region.
memorandum of understanding (MOU) agreed to on
A City Deal for SEQ also presents an opportunity to
10 November 2016.
deliver on directions outlined in ShapingSEQ through
Under the MOU, a comprehensive SEQ City Deal is set an agreed delivery mechanism for project prioritisation,
to become Queenslands second tripartite City Deal, governance and funding (Figure 31). Specific parameters
following Townsville which became Australias historic would need to be negotiated between all tiers of
first City Deal signed in December 2016. government in the region to appropriately scope the
delivery mechanism to deliver on this ambition.
This commitment recognises the significant work
already undertaken by the Queensland Government
and the Council of Mayors (SEQ) over the past two
years. Collectively, this work has already identified
a series of regional challenges and outcomes to be
addressed under a City Deal for the SEQ region.

Governance, city
planning and regulation

Smart Cities Plan Infrastructure

Housing
State Infrastructure Plan
Jobs and skills SEQ City Deal
ShapingSEQ (Project prioritisation,
Innovation and governance and funding)
digital opportunities
Other regional strategies
Liveability and
sustainability

Strategy Framework Delivery

Figure 31: City Deals strategy through to delivery

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Development areas
Development areas play an important role in delivering PDAs already declared in the region are contained
ShapingSEQs goals. In particular, they help ensure within the Urban Footprint. For further information visit
there is sufficient serviceable land made available to the departments website (dilgp.qld.gov.au).

Chapter 2
accommodate the dwelling supply benchmarks and
employment planning baselines. Potential Future Growth Areas
ShapingSEQ has assumed that up to about 70 per cent ShapingSEQ identifies Potential Future Growth Areas
of areas constrained by fragmented land ownership that may be needed to accommodate long-term urban
within the Urban Footprint will be developed by growth. These areas are not required to accommodate
2041 as part of accommodating the dwelling supply the dwelling supply benchmarks or employment
benchmarks. If this is found to be unachievable, the planning baselines of ShapingSEQ.
designation of a Major Development Area is an option
for unlocking additional urban land, subject to the The intent is to protect their future potential, not
findings of the SEQ Growth Monitoring Program. to promote or support their investigation for urban
purposes during the life of ShapingSEQ, unless the
Queensland Governments SEQ Growth Monitoring
Major Development Areas
Program indicates adequate supply may not be
Previous regional plans have identified several large provided and the benchmarks or baselines may not be
development areas, some of which have only recently accommodated in the Urban Footprint (Figure 11).
commenced development.
These areas are located in the Regional Landscape and
A Major Development Area is a large proposed growth Rural Production Area to limit development and protect

Chapter 3
area, requiring coordinated land use and infrastructure them from further fragmentation that would prejudice
planning and significant state infrastructure investment their ability to accommodate future urban development.
to unlock for urban development.
To remove any doubt, the Queensland Government
ShapingSEQ identifies one Major Development Area will not support premature planning, investigation or
Beerwah East that will need coordinated planning promotion of these areas.
and delivery to cater for the regionally-significant
The identification of these areas is not a development
residential and employment supply needed to
commitment and does not imply that all, or any part
accommodate regional dwelling supply benchmarks
of these areas, will be made available for urban
and employment planning baselines.
development in the future. These areas are identified
This area requires a collaborative effort led by the indicatively, and have not been cadastrally defined.
Queensland Government, working with Sunshine
The role of these areas will be considered further at
Coast Council, infrastructure agencies and other
the next review of ShapingSEQ. If determined suitable
stakeholders including through initial land use and
for future development, the Minister for Planning may
infrastructure planning, detailed structure planning and
designate a Potential Future Growth Area as a Major
the planning scheme amendment process to facilitate
Development Area to transition the area for coordinated
its development.
land use and infrastructure planning.
This process will be directed to making relevant parts
Chapter 4

Where appropriate, ShapingSEQ identifies more

of the land available for urban development within the
specific intent in relation to particular areas in Chapter
next decade.
3, Part C: Sub-regional directions.
Priority Development Areas Addressing any shortfall in supply is further discussed
in Chapter 5.
Priority Development Areas (PDAs) are delivered by
Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) under
the Economic Development Act 2012, and provide Review of ShapingSEQ
Chapter 5

an effective means for accelerating planning and Regional plans are reviewed generally every five to
development outcomes. seven years. On this basis, a review of ShapingSEQ
The use of PDAs remains an important planning would see a new plan delivered sometime between
instrument to support the delivery of ShapingSEQ. 2022 and 2024.
EDQ, along with other planning and infrastructure
divisions of the department, will work collaboratively
to ensure PDAs advance ShapingSEQ objectives.
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Implementation program
ShapingSEQs implementation program is divided Progress on each of the implementation actions
into seven categories and includes a range of actions will be reported annually to the SEQ RPC and on
necessary to deliver ShapingSEQ leading up to its the departments website.
review (Table 21). Each action will be monitored and
The seven categories of the program include:
reported on at the SEQ RPC.
1 delivering new growth areas
The implementation program includes indicative
priorities which are subject to government budgetary 2 driving future prosperity
consideration, improved knowledge of the plans 3 supporting growth
performance over time through monitoring activities, 4 sustainability and natural systems
and ongoing engagement with the community and 5 delivering better design and housing
key stakeholders.
6 continuing the conversation
7 keeping SEQ on track.

Table 21: Implementation actions

1 Delivering new growth areas GROW

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Unlocking Department of Infrastructure, Local DILGP (including

Government and Planning (DILGP) to work EDQ) (lead)
Underutilised Urban with SEQ local governments, infrastructure SEQ local
Footprint providers, and the development industry to governments
To investigate and expedite identify and investigate constraints impeding
Infrastructure
development of underutilised the development of these areas.
providers
areas in the Urban Footprint. Further actions, policies or programs for Industry
government may be identified out of the
investigations, to expedite the development
of areas of underutilised Urban Footprint,
including fragmented areas. This may include
land amalgamation initiatives and catalytic
infrastructure.

Front loading new Beerwah East Major Development Area DILGP (lead)
expansion areas DILGP to lead a project in collaboration with SCC
Sunshine Coast Council (SCC), infrastructure State agencies
To unlock and de-risk new
providers, state agencies and other relevant Infrastructure
large-scale growth areas
stakeholders, to identify and resolve where providers
through collaborative
possible state and local planning and
planning and identification
infrastructure constraints and opportunities
and resolution of state values
for Beerwah East; and develop a more
and constraints early in the
efficient system of satisfying state regulatory
structure planning process.
requirements.

The Caboolture West emerging DILGP (lead)

community area MBRC
DILGP to work in collaboration with Moreton State agencies
Bay Regional Council (MBRC), state agencies Infrastructure
and stakeholders to develop a process that providers
identifies state planning and infrastructure
constraints and opportunities for Caboolture
West; and develop a more efficient system of
satisfying state regulatory requirements.

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2 Driving future prosperity PROSPER
High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Chapter 2
City Deals DILGP to lead the Queensland Governments DILGP (lead)
collaboration with the Australian Government SEQ local
To deliver City Deals for and Council of Mayors (SEQ) to establish and governments
SEQ, under the Australian deliver a comprehensive SEQ City Deal.
Governments Smart Cities Council of
Plan to transform SEQs cities Mayors (SEQ)
into prosperous, knowledge- Australian
based, innovative, sustainable Government
and connected places.

Centres network and Review of regional activity centres network DILGP (lead)
Regional Economic DILGP to work with local governments, state SEQ local
governments
Clusters monitoring agencies, and industry to establish a Centres
Review Working Group to lead, manage and State agencies
and review conduct a review of SEQs regional activity Industry
To ensure future planning centres network to identify priority centres as
for regionally significant a focus for infrastructure investment.
employment and economic
Informing future planning DILGP (lead)
growth in SEQ is underpinned
by latest information and best DILGP to work with local governments and SEQ local

Chapter 3
practice approach. state agencies to monitor employment governments
location and functioning of Regional State agencies
Economic Clusters to inform future planning.

Innovation and DILGP to work with Department of Science, DSITI (lead)

Information Technology and Innovation
start-up hubs (DSITI), as part of Advance Queensland, to
DILGP
Department
To help the region respond to ensure innovation and start-up hubs and
of Tourism,
a transitioning economy and knowledge and technology precincts support
Major Events,
position it for future economic ShapingSEQ objectives.
Small Business
opportunities.
and the
Commonwealth
Games (DTESB)

3 Supporting growth CONNECT

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority
Chapter 4

Key infrastructure Cross River Rail SEQ Economic Development EDQ (lead)
and Investment Plan
initiatives that support SEQ local
governments
the vision for SEQ EDQ to pursue this plan as described in the
Advancing our Cities and Regions Strategy.
To ensure ShapingSEQs
long-term aspirations Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail DTMR (lead)
are backed by leading DILGP
Department of Transport and Main Roads
infrastructure solutions
Chapter 5

(DTMR) to work with the Australian State agencies

and initiatives.
Government to facilitate the delivery of Australian
the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail. Government
Infrastructure
providers

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3 Supporting growth (cont.) CONNECT

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Key infrastructure State Infrastructure Planning/Regional DILGP (IPO)

Transport Plans (lead)
initiatives that support
DTMR
the vision for SEQ To ensure alignment with infrastructure needs
identified in ShapingSEQ: SEQ local
To ensure ShapingSEQs governments
long-term aspirations y
DILGPs Infrastructure Portfolio Office (IPO)
to work with infrastructure providers to Infrastructure
are backed by leading
align infrastructure planning actions and providers
infrastructure solutions
and initiatives. progress infrastructure priorities in line
with ShapingSEQ.
y
DTMR to prepare Regional Transport
Plans (RTPs) for SEQ to consider strategic
transport network needs and priorities
to support the growth identified in
ShapingSEQ.
y
DTMR to undertake regular review of
Principal Cycle Network Plans for SEQ to
guide further planning and design of cycle
facilities to support the growth identified
in ShapingSEQ.
y
Consistent with the State Infrastructure
Plan, DILGPs IPO to oversee a program of
Infrastructure Coordination Plans for the
SEQ local government areas.

Infrastructure funding innovation DILGP (IPO)

(lead)
To investigate new ways of funding
infrastructure in SEQ. SEQ local
governments
DILGPs IPO to work with SEQ local
Industry
governments and the development industry to
investigate value capture and other innovative
funding mechanisms for SEQ.

Digital infrastructure DSITI (lead)

To improve coverage, performance Australian
and resilience of Queenslands digital Government
infrastructure. DILGP
DSITI to prepare and implement the DETSB
Queensland Digital Infrastructure Plan (part
of the State Infrastructure Plan) to help
coordinate the planning and delivery of
digital infrastructure.

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High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Chapter 2
Planning scheme DILGP to work with SEQ local governments DILGP (lead)
to review and prioritise identified planning
alignment scheme amendments and develop a program
SEQ local
governments
To ensure local government to make the amendments.
planning schemes align with,
DILGP to also investigate partnerships
and advance the objectives of,
with local governments and other state
ShapingSEQ.
agencies for developing pilot projects that
streamline development processes to deliver
development sooner.

Review of local DILGP to work with key stakeholders to ensure DILGP (lead)
LGIPs perform well to unlock and guide
government growth.
SEQ local
governments
infrastructure plans
Industry
To monitor the preparation
and implementation of local
government infrastructure
plans (LGIPs) for alignment
with ShapingSEQ.

Chapter 3
4 Sustainability and natural systems SUSTAIN
High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

SEQ Koala DEHP to prepare the SEQ Koala Conservation DEHP (lead)
Strategy, with support from DILGP and SEQ
Conservation Strategy local governments to deliver the Queensland
DILGP
SEQ local
To deliver an integrated Governments response to koala expert panel
governments
strategy, supported by recommendations.
practical actions, to ensure
Options may include improved habitat
the long-term sustainability
mapping, updated management and policy
of SEQs koala habitat and
frameworks, strengthened regulatory
population.
protection, and improved monitoring.

Strategic assessment DILGP to work with the Australian DILGP (lead)

Government's Department of Environment DEHP
To develop a more coordinated and Energy and Queenslands DEHP to
Australian
Chapter 4

and strategic approach to investigate the delivery of a strategic

resolving environmental Government
assessment for SEQ.
assessments and approvals
under the Environment
Protection and Biodiversity
Conservation Act 1999.

Northern inter-urban DILGP to work with MBRC, SCC and state DILGP (lead)
agencies, to determine the extent of the
break investigation MBRC
Chapter 5

northern inter-urban break and identify

SCC
To determine the extent, values additional means of securing it for the long-
and intended uses of SEQs term. DEHP
northern inter-urban break and DNPSR
ensure long-term protection. DTMR
DNRM
DAFF
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4 Sustainability and natural systems (cont.) SUSTAIN

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

SEQ Traditional Owner DILGP to investigate how ShapingSEQ can DATSIP (lead)
support cultural heritage management and
Cultural Resource related socioeconomic actions in the Cultural
DILGP
Management Plan Resource Management Plan, working with
Traditional
Owners
To support regional the Traditional Owners and Department
of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander DEHP
approaches to cultural resource
management in partnership Partnerships (DATSIP) and interested parties.
with Traditional Owners.

Natural Hazard For all catchments across the region: QRA (lead)
Management (flood Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) SEQ local
governments
risk) to work with state agencies, Seqwater and
local government in a coordinated approach DILGP
To ensure the resilience of to integrated flood risk management, DNRM
SEQ communities to flooding and emergency response and recovery
through a coordinated Seqwater
promoting 'build back better' principles in
approach to management of use of National Disaster Relief and Recovery
risk to acceptable levels. Arrangements and the Natural Disaster
Resilience Program funds.

In the Brisbane River Catchment: QRA (lead)

QRA to work with relevant local governments DILGP
to: DNRM
y
prepare the Brisbane River Strategic Seqwater
Floodplain Management Plan BCC
y
implement outcomes through planning ICC
schemes. SRC
LVRC

DILGPs IPO to work with DTMR and other DILGP (IPO)

infrastructure providers to investigate (lead)
aligning strategies, outcomes and QRA
infrastructure proposals with the Brisbane
DTMR
River Strategic Floodplain Management Plan.
Other
To commence after the release of the Brisbane infrastructure
River Catchment Strategic Floodplain providers
Management Plan.

SEQ Natural Resource DILGP to work with Healthy Land and Water Healthy Land
to investigate how the SEQ NRM plan can and Water (lead)
Management (NRM) support ShapingSEQ objectives. DILGP
Plan
To ensure alignment between
natural asset management
strategies identified in
ShapingSEQ and the natural
resource management
strategies proposed in the
SEQ NRM plan.

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High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Chapter 2
State approach DILGP and DEHP to investigate how compact DEHP (lead)
regional settlement patterns, urban design,
to climate change coordinated infrastructure provision and
DILGP
mitigation and management of natural assets can mitigate
adaptation and assist adaptation actions as part of the
Queensland Climate Adaptation Strategy
To support regional actions for
(Q-CAS).
a coordinated state approach
to climate change.

A water sensitive Investigate the principles for a water sensitive Cooperative

region and determine strategies for their Research
region implementation in SEQ. Centre for Water
To enable an integrated Sensitive Cities
approach to whole-of- (CRCWSC)
catchment planning and
management that is capable
of linking the ecology and
hydrology of cities to their
region whilst accommodating
urban and peri-urban growth

Chapter 3
adapted to a changing climate.

SEQ Water Security Seqwater to work with state agencies, SEQ Seqwater (lead)
water service providers, local government and
Program (20162046) the community to ensure water security for
Department
of Energy and
To provide safe, secure and the region. Water Supply
cost-effective drinking water (DEWS)
for SEQ.
Water service
providers
SEQ local
governments

Resilient Rivers State and local governments and catchment DEHP (lead)
oriented non-government organisations
Initiative (NGOs) to work together with coordinated
DNRM
Council of
To develop a coordinated funding arrangements for efficient
Mayors (SEQ)
approach to integrated management of SEQ river catchments in long-
catchment management of term strategies and implementation plans. DILGP
SEQ rivers to ensure the future NGOs
Chapter 4

environmental, economic and

social health of the region.

Regional greenspace DILGP to work with stakeholders to DILGP (lead)

investigate how ShapingSEQ can support DNPSR
To ensure the community has planning for multiple greenspace outcomes in
access to a range of quality Other key
strategic locations.
open space, recreational stakeholders
opportunities.
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5 Delivering better design and housing LIVE

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Density and Diversity Key outcomes from the Density and Diversity Queensland
Done Well competition will help shape Government
Done Well competition government policy. Architect (lead)
Hold an industry design Industry
The design task is to propose new housing
competition to showcase
options for Queensland to meet community,
best examples of the missing
urban and environmental challenges
middle housing form.
designing for the missing middle.

Catalyst projects DILGP to work with EDQ and local DILGP (EDQ)
governments to deliver the Advancing Our (lead)
To deliver catalyst projects in
Cities and Regions Strategy and develop SEQ local
suitable locations to showcase
catalyst projects that demonstrate new governments
quality built environments,
ways of integrating residential, community
providing new housing State agencies
and mixed-uses with significant community
diversity and missing middle Infrastructure
benefit.
products. providers

QDesign and Queensland Government Architect to work Queensland

with DILGP and other key stakeholders to Government
QCompanion implement QDesign and QCompanion. Architect (lead)
To provide a common basis for,
DILGP
and examples of, excellence in
subtropical design and urban Queensland
greening initiatives to improve Urban Design and
the regions sustainability, Places Panel
climate change resilience and SEQ local
community health. governments
Industry

Queensland Housing DILGP to work with the Department of DHPW (lead)

Housing and Public Works (DHPW) to deliver
Strategy and Building the Queensland Housing Strategy and
DILGP
Plan Building Plan.
To help deliver the Queensland
Housing Strategy and Building
Plan.

6 Continuing the conversation

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

SEQ Aboriginal and DILGP to convene regular Aboriginal and DILGP

Torres Strait Islander Planning forums to
Torres Strait Islander help inform planning and the delivery of
Aboriginal and
Torres Strait
Planning Forum programs in ShapingSEQ and other state Islander peoples
To enhance the inclusion of planning initiatives.
Traditional Owner cultural
To occur twice yearly.
knowledge and connection
to land and sea Country in
planning for communities and
the sustainable management
of cultural and natural
resources.

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6 Continuing the conversation (cont.)
High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Chapter 2
Community DILGP to work with the SEQ Regional DILGP (lead)
Planning Committee (RPC) and other key
conversations stakeholders to discuss opportunities to
SEQ RPC
To hold an ongoing Professional
broaden community awareness about the
conversation with the bodies and
future of the region based on monitoring,
community about growth universities
evaluating and reviewing ShapingSEQ.
and change in SEQ. Community groups
Environmental
groups

7 Keeping SEQ on track

High Medium
Purpose Action Responsibility
priority priority

Measuring our success DILGP to scope, fund and deliver a monitoring DILGP
program to support the implementation of
To measure land supply, ShapingSEQ and future reviews. This will
development activity and other include:

Chapter 3
measures that matter.
y
SEQ Growth Monitoring Program to be
produced and reported on annually.
y
The first report of the SEQ Growth
Monitoring Program to be delivered in
2018.
y
Measures that matter to be updated when
available (no more than annually).
Chapter 5 provides further detail on the above.

Small area growth DILGP to collaborate with DTMR, Queensland DILGP (lead)
Treasury and other state agencies, and
assumptions consult with SEQ local governments and other
DTMR
Queensland
To reflect ShapingSEQs infrastructure agencies as required to develop
Treasury
growth assumptions at the small area (infrastructure catchment) growth
small area level to inform assumptions consistent with the ShapingSEQ SEQ local
coordinated infrastructure growth assumptions at the LGA level. governments
planning in support of Other state
This advisory tool for coordinated
ShapingSEQ strategies. agencies
infrastructure planning is to be prepared
Chapter 4

or updated in association with each new round

of state government population, dwelling
and employment projections, commencing
in 2018.

Big data DILGP to develop a data in planning DILGP (lead)

framework and action strategy for State agencies
To investigate the use of big consideration by government agencies and
data to measure and monitor SEQ local
councils.
the implementation of governments
Chapter 5

ShapingSEQ. DILGP to identify suitable data sets or analytic

techniques to develop regular and consistent
metrics to monitor implementation.
Subject to findings from the above tasks,
DILGP to investigate options for creating
and maintaining a repository of planning,
development and related data for future
analysis, monitoring and data mining.
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Best practice
regional planning
requires monitoring
of land supply and
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Ongoing measuring and monitoring Measures that matter

of regional indicators is essential Measures that matter are a small but powerful
Best practice regional planning requires monitoring of set of measures of progress in implementing
land supply and development against regional planning ShapingSEQ. They provide the basis for building
strategies, to inform changes required in local planning data that identifies trends over time (Table 22). They
and other implementation measures. are organised under the five themes of ShapingSEQ:
Grow, Prosper, Connect, Sustain and Live.
ShapingSEQ, therefore, requires quality information
to track the achievement of its goals. These measures will be maintained and reported on
regularly to gauge the effectiveness of ShapingSEQ.
Monitoring will be conducted for ShapingSEQ in two It is expected they will be presented graphically
ways: and spatially and be readily available via the
1 Measures that matter key indicators of progress departments website. Additional measures may
against each of ShapingSEQs five themes from be added or updated as data becomes available.
available information sources. These measures have been identified having regard
2 SEQ Growth Monitoring Program comprehensive to indicators identified in the Federal Government
monitoring and reporting of the relationship National Cities Performance Framework and the
between land supply and development across local initial work undertaken to pursue a City Deal for the
government areas and the region. region. Both sets of indicators seek to address a
wider range of matters than ShapingSEQ seeks to
The effectiveness of ShapingSEQ and future regional directly influence; therefore only those relevant to
plan reviews depends on the measures that matter and this regional plan are used here.
the SEQ Growth Monitoring Program being maintained
for the long-term. The Grow measures will be updated as part of the
SEQ Growth Monitoring Program.

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Table 22: Measures that matter

Reporting
Level of SEQ current SEQs preferred
Measure timeframe and SEQ baseline
reporting detail trend future
source

Chapter 2
Grow
1 Years of State reporting Annually: To be prepared To be developed y
Minimum 15
supply on an LGA and y
Best available as part of the as part of the years zoned
region-wide basis first SEQ Growth successive SEQ and able to
To ensure land supply
for residential Monitoring Growth Monitoring serviced, of
adequate land databases
consolidation and Program report Program reports
supply of all each land use
expansion and Queensland
y
types to avoid type in each
employment (by Treasury
placing upward land use type) LGA
approvals data
pressure on y
Minimum 4
(residential
prices. years approved
lots and
multiple
dwellings only)

2 Dwelling State reporting Annually: Projected Actual growth Consolidation:

growth ~ on an LGA and ABS building 20162041 20112016 60%
region-wide basis approvals Consolidation: Consolidation:
To monitor Expansion:
Net dwelling 53% 65%
consolidation 40%

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growth where Expansion: Expansion:
and expansion
available (various 47%
dwelling 35%
sources)
activity against
dwelling
supply
benchmarks.
~ Baseline, current trend and preferred future are for SEQ as a whole in the long-term. Short-term dwelling growth for each LGA will be
compared to expected rates of growth, in the proposed small area growth assumptions (see Table 21 and SEQ Growth Monitoring Program),
which will vary over time. At least three years of actual growth will be required as a basis for comparison to expected rates of growth to
inform analysis and decision-making in the context of the years of supply measure.

3 Housing type State reporting Annually: 2011 2016 Diversity

on the type of ABS Building Housing types: Housing types: Detached
To monitor
dwellings being approvals houses
housing Houses: 74% Houses: 72%
delivered on an Five-yearly:
diversity. Middle: 21% Middle: 22% Middle (attached
LGA and region- ABS Census dwellings up to
wide basis. High-rise: 5% High-rise: 6%
three stories)
High-rise

4 Housing State reporting Annually: Median lot Median lot size Median lot size
Chapter 4

density of lot sizes and Queensland size (year to (year to September Mean population
overall dwelling Treasury lot size September 2011): 2016): 450m2 weighted dwelling
To monitor density being data 591m2 2016 mean density
efficient land delivered on
Five-yearly: 2011 mean population
use. an LGA and
ABS Census mesh population weighted density
region-wide basis weighted of all mesh blocks:
block data
density of all 16.2 dwellings per
mesh blocks: 14 hectare
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hectare

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Reporting
Level of SEQ current SEQs preferred
Measure timeframe and SEQ baseline
reporting detail trend future
source

Prosper
5 Employment State reporting Five-yearly: 2011 200611 Jobs:
by industry on an LGA and (aligned with ABS Jobs (% of total): Jobs (change % High value
and region-wide basis Census collection of total): adding
Office: 23.1%
and regional plan
occupation Retail: 11.3% Office: +1% Export earning
reviews) ABS
To monitor Census Industry: 18.2% Retail: -1.3% Total jobs
changes and Services: 34.5% Industry: -2%
trends in jobs Services: +2.4%
and employment
types and
locations.

Connect
6 Transport Region based Five-yearly: Proportion of Proportion of Proportion of
reporting (aligned with ABS population with population with population with
y Proportion of Census collection good accessibility 30 minutes or less 30 min or less
population and regional to a range of travel time to a
with good plan reviews) essential services range of essential
access to ABS Census and using public services using
services DTMR (including transport (2016): public transport
via public household <15mins 1.4% (percentage point
travel and travel 1530mins 35.7% change 2013
transport 2016):
time surveys, 3045mins 36.7%
y Mode share LUPTAI analysis, 4560mins 10.3% +2.6% points per
patronage data >60mins 15.9% year
y Average trip and services
time via public delivery Mode share all Mode share all Mode share all
transport statements) trips (2011): trips (change trips:
Car: 84.4% 19922011): Car
y Public Car: +0.31% points
Public transport: Public transport
transport per year
8.2% Active transport
patronage
Active transport: Public transport:
To monitor +0.10% points per
7.3%
changes in year
travel behaviour
Active transport:
in SEQ, and
-0.42% points per
the success of
year
ShapingSEQ
policies for
Average travel Average travel time Average travel
more compact
time all trips all trips (change time
development
(2011): 19922011):
and public and
active transport 21 minutes +9.6 seconds per
use. year
Average travel Average travel Average travel
distance all trips distance all trips distance
(2011): (change 1992
12 kilometres 2011):
+210 metres per
year
Public transport Public transport Public transport
boardings per boardings per boardings per
capita per year capita per year capita per year
(2011): (change 2011
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Level of SEQ current SEQs preferred
Measure timeframe and SEQ baseline
reporting detail trend future
source

Sustain

Chapter 2
7 Regional State reporting State reporting 2017 To be prepared as Area of Regional
biodiversity on trends in on extent and Regional part of ongoing Biodiversity
network gains and losses connectivity biodiversity monitoring Network
of the regional of vegetation, values in RLRPA Increase in extent
To monitor biodiversity wetlands, and RLA and connectivity of
the impacts of values on an LGA regional 344,062 ha areas of regional
development and region-wide ecosystems and biodiversity and
on SEQs Matters of State
basis habitat for flora related network
regional Environmental
and fauna species
biodiversity Significance in
Department UF, RLRPA, RLA
values. of Science, 761,850 ha
Information
Total = 1,105,911
Technology and
ha
Innovation (DSITI)
and SEQ NRM 48% of the region
Plan

8 Koala Habitat Regional level Remnant Core 2017 To be prepared as No net loss in
reporting on Koala Habitat Remnant Core part of ongoing koala habitat

Chapter 3
To monitor
trends in koala monitored Koala Habitat: monitoring and
the impacts of
habitat clearing annually using 477,837 ha the SEQ Koala
development
across the region vegetation Conservation
on SEQs koala Non-remnant
clearing Strategy
habitat. (Regrowth) Core
(DSITI SLATS)
Koala Habitat:
Non-remnant
303,862 ha
(Regrowth) Core
Koala Habitat
monitored every
two years using
Bushland (woody)
extent mapping
(DSITI)

9 Vegetation State reporting Annually Vegetation cover Vegetation cover Vegetation

loss on trends in (vegetation (% of region): (change % of cover
vegetation clearing): Remnant 2011: region):
To monitor clearing on DSITI and SEQ 35.5% Remnant 2001
the impacts of an LGA and NRM Plan Non-remnant 2011: -0.4%
development region-wide basis
on SEQs woody 2010: Non-remnant
Chapter 4

regional 26.3% woody 20012010:

landscapes -1.7%
and natural
assets.

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Reporting
Level of SEQ current SEQs preferred
Measure timeframe and SEQ baseline
reporting detail trend future
source

Sustain
10 Agricultural State reporting Reporting on 2017 To be prepared as Maintain
land on the extent of changes in Agricultural land part of ongoing extent
agricultural land the extent of (AL classes A and monitoring.
To monitor agricultural land B) and Important
the impact of
DSITI and SEQ Agricultural
development
NRM Plan Areas (IAA)
on agricultural
(overlapping) in
land.
the RLRPA
529,704 ha (23%)

11 Community State reporting State reporting 2011 To be prepared as Community

greenspace on trends in on protected area Public greenspace part of ongoing greenspace
the areas of estate DNPSR for recreation: monitoring.
To monitor the greenspace Land for public 21% of the region
extent of public available recreation and
green space. for outdoor areas of specific
recreation on landscape
an LGA and region settings for
wide basis recreation
SEQ NRM Plan

12 Water/ State reporting Annually: 2011 2014 Water/waterway

waterway on an LGA and Healthy Average marine Average marine quality
quality region-wide basis. Waterways quality quality
Report Card and
To monitor C B-
the South East
changes and Queensland Average estuarine Average estuarine
trends in water environmental quality quality
health and values scheduled C- C+
quality. plan v2.0 (DEHP,
2013) Average Average freshwater
freshwater quality quality
C C-

13 Affordable State reporting Five-yearly: 2011 Cost of 2016 Cost of living Cost of living as
Living on a regional derived from ABS living (housing as % of household % household
and sub-regional Census housing + journey to income income
To monitor basis cost and journey work costs) as To be compiled
the combined to work data % of household based on 2016
effects of income Census data
housing and
Requires detailed
transport
reporting in
costs to inform
association with
ongoing
2016 data
planning for
sustainable
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Level of SEQ current SEQs preferred
Measure timeframe and SEQ baseline
reporting detail trend future
source

Live

Chapter 2
14 Queensland Advice on a Annually Measure to be Measure to be Measure to be
Urban Design regional and developed with developed with developed with
and Places sub-regional QUDaPP QUDaPP QUDaPP
basis
Panel advice
To provide
expert advice
on trends in
design quality
in SEQ.

15 Community State reporting Five-yearly: 2016 survey data No current data Community
perception on an LGA and based on a attitude to design
region-wide basis statistically outcomes
To implement valid community
regular attitude survey
community
surveys
to assess

Chapter 3
perceptions
about the
quality of the
development
being
delivered.

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SEQ Growth Monitoring Program Standing database/model regularly updated

ShapingSEQ identifies dwelling supply benchmarks Land supply information will be taken from a standing
for additional consolidation and expansion dwellings by database or model that covers all individual parcels
local government area to 2041, as well as employment of land in each local government area. Such a
planning baselines. A monitoring program is vital database/model will be regularly updated to reflect
for maintaining adequate years of supply, assessing changes in planning policy, development constraints,
progress towards accommodating these benchmarks infrastructure and development status, subdivision
and baselines and informing the review and adjustment and new uses.
of policies and programs as required. In some cases, this will be a land use and infrastructure
To better inform this monitoring program, the planning database/model developed by a local
department will work with key stakeholders, including government to support its planning scheme, with
relevant state agencies, local governments, the support and data inputs from the state government.
development industry and other infrastructure agencies In other cases, it may include land supply databases
to develop a broader and more consistent methodology developed and maintained by the state government or
for measuring land supply and to better monitor an infrastructure agency, with support and data inputs
development. from local government.

Key features of the program Sharing of information

Relevant land supply information will be available
Realistic land availability
for internal use by each level of government in that
The measurement of supply is based on the realistic area and by relevant infrastructure agencies. Where
availability of the land to be developed over a given available, measurements of net annual dwelling growth
period, rather than the lands long-term or end state and non-residential floor space growth will also be
capacity for dwellings or employment. shared for reporting of development over time. This
will be subject to guidelines for appropriate use and
sharing of the information.

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Over time, this will enable the region to move to a Where supply that is zoned and able to be serviced falls
single point of truth for land supply and development below 15 years, and there is no action already underway
information. to increase the supply to more than 15 years, the state
government will in consultation with relevant local
This will provide an agreed basis for state and

Chapter 2
governments and infrastructure agencies initiate
local government, other infrastructure agencies
actions to increase supply.
and reference groups to consider any future changes
to benchmarks, supply or other strategies. Such actions may include the identification of new
urban land (via a ministerial designation or scheme
Transition to best practice amendment), subject to the following:
As existing databases/models are updated over the there are no feasible options to unlock areas in
y
next few years, those updates will be informed by best the existing Urban Footprint to accommodate the
practice. This will be based on the findings of research relevant expansion dwelling supply benchmark and
into existing practice for land supply and development employment planning baselines
measurement. The research, including specialist identification of new urban land in a manner
y
advice, is the first priority of the SEQ Growth consistent with the overall regional ShapingSEQ
Monitoring Program. benchmarks and baselines (including the intended
For land supply measurement, the best practice split between consolidation and expansion),
research findings will guide assumptions about strategies, and the Urban Footprint principles
use, density, land suitability and availability for where suitable areas of new urban land are not
y
development, and its take-up over time. Land suitability available in a local government area to support
and availability need to consider the full range of the accommodation of its ShapingSEQ expansion

Chapter 3
constraints to development. The appropriate basis for benchmark, land in an adjoining local government
measuring serviceability will also be identified. area may be considered to address the shortfall in
supply.
For development measurement, the research will
assess the appropriateness of existing approaches The regional land use category mapping forms part of
to measuring development and inform the approach ShapingSEQ and may only be amended, if necessary, as
to special cases, e.g. secondary dwellings and part of the periodic regional plan review process.
self-contained dwellings that may be used primarily
for visitor accommodation. Annual reporting
The Queensland Government will monitor land supply
Measuring supply and triggering action and development annually, with the first report of the
to increase supply SEQ Growth Monitoring Program to be released in
The number of years of supply will be measured based 2018. The core measures for the reporting are the Grow
on expected land availability and take-up as identified measures that matter (Table 22).
by the proposed small area growth assumptions (Table Research will be undertaken, including specialist
22). That is, the land assumed to be available for advice, into the practicality, cost and benefits to
development up to 2041 will be divided by the average government decision-making of regularly, consistently
Chapter 4

annual expected demand over the next 15 years, based and reliably reporting on significant other indicators
on the small area growth assumptions (pending the proposed by submissions on the draft ShapingSEQ.
preparation of those assumptions, the 2031 growth
figures in ShapingSEQ can be used instead). The years
of supply will be measured separately for consolidation
and expansion dwellings and employment uses.
Where supply that is zoned for development is less
Chapter 5

than 20 years, it will be appropriate for local and state

government to start considering the planning actions
required to increase supply.
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Consolidation and expansion boundary Infrastructure agencies will reflect ShapingSEQs

growth assumptions in their planning and align their
The dwelling supply benchmarks have been identified, investment programs to help deliver the preferred
and the proposed SEQ Growth Monitoring Program settlement pattern of this regional plan.
will measure progress towards accommodating the
benchmarks, using the existing urban area (statistical The growth assumptions integrate the following
boundary) shown in Figure 32. elements and approaches:

As close as practicable (given that suitable statistical ShapingSEQs settlement pattern, including
y
areas from a combination of Australian Statistical the broad prioritisation of existing planned
Geography Standard (ASGS) Statistical Area Level 2s developments and future growth areas
(SA2s) have been used), this boundary represents the dwelling supply benchmarks and employment
y
areas that were mostly existing urban, including land planning baselines to 2041 by LGA adopted by
in urban subdivisions and areas serviced by reticulated ShapingSEQ. State, regional and local agencies
sewerage, as at December 2008. That is, those parts will plan for the 2041 dwelling supply benchmarks
of the identified statistical areas that were planned for in each LGA and state and regional infrastructure
urban development were mostly urban at that time. agencies will plan for the 2041 employment planning
baselines in each LGA
Areas inside this boundary represent consolidation,
while areas outside are expansion for the purpose of the state governments LGA-level projections,
y
ShapingSEQs dwelling supply benchmarks. Using SA2s including the medium series population and dwelling
enables the Queensland Government to measure and projections, and employment projections consistent
report on dwelling activity using published ABS data, with those, current at the time
and compare with population and dwelling estimates some LGAs may need to make land use planning
y
and projections without the need for significant changes to be able to realistically accommodate the
additional data collection and processing. 2041 dwelling supply benchmarks or employment
planning baselines. Until they make the changes,
The boundary is a convenient measurement tool to
those LGAs may have lower than expected growth to
support strategic planning from the regional level
2041 instead of the benchmarks/baselines
down to whole-of-LGA level. It does not directly provide
a basis for land use planning decision-making at a so that ShapingSEQ policy provides the long-term
y
locality or site level because it is a statistical rather context for infrastructure planning, ShapingSEQs
than land use boundary. dwelling supply benchmarks and employment
planning baselines can be reconciled with the
The SEQ Growth Monitoring Program is expected state governments LGA-level projections by using
to provide regionally-consistent land supply and the regional plans benchmarks and baselines for
development information at a more detailed spatial the year 2041, the state government projections
level. To inform the next review of the regional plan, for the first 510 years of the planning period, and
it will be investigated whether the availability of such progressively shifting towards the ShapingSEQ
information to both state and local governments will benchmarks and baselines in intervening years.
support a more refined spatial distinction between
consolidation and expansion. To facilitate planning for ShapingSEQs growth
assumptions, DILGP will:
Using consistent growth assumptions to in collaboration with DTMR and other state agencies,
y
coordinate planning and in consultation with local governments and
ShapingSEQ provides a consistent set of dwelling and other infrastructure agencies, develop a consistent
employment growth assumptions by LGA, reflecting the set of small area growth assumptions as an advisory
preferred settlement pattern, as a basis for coordinated tool for integrated infrastructure planning and a
land use and infrastructure planning by state, regional comparative baseline for monitoring development
and local agencies. amend the Ministers Guidelines and Rules, as
y
appropriate, to reflect the role of ShapingSEQs
This consistency helps ensure that state, regional growth assumptions and the findings of best
and sub-regional agencies do not plan for more practice research for land supply and development
infrastructure demand than is realistic across measurement.
the region.

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Figure X: Existing urban area (statistical boundary)
ShapingSEQ - 31 July 2017
Existing urban area (EUA)

Gympie

Chapter 2
Wondai

Noosa

Kingaroy

Nambour
Maroochydore

Caloundra

Kilcoy

Caboolture

Chapter 3
Esk Redcliffe
Crows Nest

Fernvale Brisbane

Cleveland
Gatton
Toowoomba Ipswich
Laidley Logan Central
Springfield
Beenleigh

Jimboomba
Coomera
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Boonah Beaudesert Southport

Robina

Coolangatta
Warwick Tweed Heads
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Kingscliff
Murwillumbah

New South Wales

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Figure 32: Existing urban area boundary (statistical boundary)

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Resource activity

SEQs well-established
and highly productive
agricultural areas
support local markets
and the regional
economy.

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SEQs mineral resources include Areas of regional interest

coal, natural gas, metallic ores and ShapingSEQ identifies two areas of regional interest
industrial minerals. Mining activities for SEQ: Priority Agricultural Areas (PAAs) and Priority
Living Areas (PLAs). The region also contains areas that
are undertaken according to the are mapped as part of the Strategic Cropping Area (SCA)
requirements of various resources as identified on the SCL trigger map3, however the SCA
legislation with the majority under the is mapped independently of the regional plan.

Mineral Resources Act 1989. Priority Agricultural Areas

Local government planning schemes will continue to
SEQs well-established and highly productive
identify and protect key mineral resource areas from
agricultural areas support local markets and the
inappropriate development. However, the planning and
regional economy. In 201415, the gross value of
assessment of resource activities1 is not administrated
agricultural commodities (VACP) produced in SEQ was
under the Planning Act 2016.
estimated at more than $1.16 billion, representing
This chapter is relevant for assessment of applications 9.8 per cent of Queenslands total VACP.
under the Regional Planning Interests Act 2014
The co-existence of agriculture and resources is
(RPI Act) for a regional interests development approval
important to the Queensland economy and occurs
(RIDA). A RIDA may be required for resource activities or
effectively in other parts of Queensland. However, the
regulated activities2 proposed to occur within an area
development of the resource sector at the expense of
of regional interest.
highly productive agricultural activities is not desirable
For information on and guidelines relating to the RPI within SEQ due to:
Act and applications associated with resource
the limited extent and high productivity
y
activities or regulated activities, see:
of agricultural land in SEQ
www.dilgp.qld.gov.au/planning/regional-planning/
regional-planning-interests-act. the proximity of these highly productive agricultural
y
activities to a large domestic market
good accessibility to transport and international
y
markets.

1
Resource activities are defined in the Regional Planning Interests Act 2014.
2
Regulated activities are defined in the Regional Planning Interests Regulation 2014.
3
The SCA is identified by the SCL trigger map, which can be accessed at www.dnrm.qld.gov.au/land/accessing-using-land/strategic-cropping-land.

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Priority Agricultural Areas (PAAs) (Map 8) have been As settlements in SEQ expand, planning for growth
identified for strategic clusters of the most regionally and change in the region must provide opportunities
significant agricultural production areas, which contain for productive, happy, healthy, meaningful lives for
various priority agricultural land uses (PALU). Any individuals and communities. Areas that contain

Chapter 2
resource activity seeking to operate in these areas must rural production, major biodiversity and conservation
demonstrate that it can co-exist with the PALUs without areas, regional landscapes, waterways and beaches,
affecting their current or future ability to operate. agriculture, natural resources, and tourism and
recreation opportunities must be considered on the
In SEQ, a PALU means a land use included in the
whole to ensure the success of the region.
following classes under the Australian Land Use
and Management Classification Version 7, May 2010 All of the SEQ region has been identified as a Priority
published by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries Living Area (PLA) (Map 8) in recognition of SEQs unique
and Forestry ABARES, Australian Government: context of containing the states pre-eminent urban
settlements, as well as:
3.1 Plantation forestry
y
3.3 Cropping
y major water storage infrastructure and associated
y
water catchments
3.4 Perennial horticulture
y
a range of formal and informal sporting, recreational
y
3.5 Seasonal horticulture
y
and community activities that are vital to the regions
4 Production from irrigated agriculture
y health and viability
and plantations
a surrounding rural hinterland that provides:
y
5.1 Intensive horticulture
y
attractive and accessible natural environments
5.2 Intensive animal husbandry.
y and public open space with areas of high scenic

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The regional outcome and associated policies below amenity including important views and vistas
seek to address potential conflicts between existing opportunities for public access and use of natural
agricultural land uses within SEQ and opportunities of areas and public open space that is functional,
the resource sector. accessible and connected.
The regional outcome and associated policies
Regional outcome below seek to ensure the region's communities can
SEQs agricultural sector continues to grow with
y connect to their social and physical environments,
certainty and investor confidence. both constructed and natural, and support their social
needs without unreasonable conflicts with the resource
Regional policies sector.

Protect priority agricultural land uses within the

y
Regional outcome
Priority Agricultural Area.
The growth potential of SEQ settlements,
y
Ensure the continuation and growth of agricultural
y
population-supporting assets and amenity are
sector production in the Priority Agricultural Area is protected and prioritised over resource activities.
not adversely constrained by resource activities.
Regional policy
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Priority Living Area

Safeguard areas required for the long-term growth
y
SEQ is a complex, integrated region and the most of SEQ communities from the irreversible impacts of
densely populated part of the state. The region contains resource activities in the PLA.
around 71 per cent of Queenslands population in only
1.3 per cent of its area. Protect water storage infrastructure and the integrity
y
and functionality of associated water catchments in
The regions population is concentrated in several major the PLA.
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urban areas, with surrounding hinterland areas also

containing a relatively dense network of towns, villages, Protect the regional and rural landscape amenity of
y

rural residential areas and small rural communities. the PLA from material impacts of resource activities.

SEQs projected population growth will likely lead to the

expansion of many, if not all, of these communities.
SEQs communities depend on the natural systems,
and regional and rural landscapes to contribute to the
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Map 8: Regional planning interests

Map 8 Areas
ShapingSEQ - 31of
Julyregional
2017 interest
National Park

Gympie Priority Agricultural Area

Priority Living Area

Wondai

Noosa

Kingaroy

Nambour
Maroochydore

Caloundra

Kilcoy

Caboolture

Esk Redcliffe
Crows Nest

Fernvale Brisbane

Cleveland
Gatton
Toowoomba Ipswich
Laidley Logan Central
Springfield
Beenleigh

Jimboomba
Coomera

Boonah Beaudesert Southport

Robina

Coolangatta
Warwick Tweed Heads

Kingscliff
Murwillumbah

New South Wales

0 5
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 GLOSSARY
Glossary
This glossary provides the meaning of some terms used in ShapingSEQ. Terms not included in the glossary should
be given their ordinary meaning, unless they are defined in the Planning Act 2016 or Planning Regulation 2017.

Term Definition

Active transport Physical activity undertaken as a means of transport, such as walking or cycling.

Affordable living Refers to the combination of the household cost of buying or renting a dwelling and
the cost of transport to access employment and services. It can also consider other
energy we use in maintaining a home.

Agriculture As defined in the State Planning Policy.

Amenity The quality of a location or landscape which makes it pleasant or agreeable or which
contributes to a comfortable and pleasant life.

Big data Refers to the capture, storage and analysis of large, new or multiple forms of data
whether collected from real time sensors embedded in the urban environment,
government data sources or social media platforms that provide new insights into
how people live and get around, and ultimately help make better decisions on the
management of SEQ.

Biodiversity The natural diversity of wildlife and the environmental conditions necessary for its
survival.

Climate change The observed increases in global temperatures due to human activities, such
as the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas), agriculture and land
clearing. Changes in the climate include increases in global average air and ocean
temperature; widespread melting of snow and ice, and subsequent rising global sea
level; and increases in concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide causing ocean
acidification (Australian Government Department of Environment and Energy).

Complete communities Communities where residents have adequate and appropriate local access to a range
of everyday goods, services and employment opportunities.

Consolidation (form of Development on land inside the existing urban area boundary. Previously known as
development) infill development.

Dwelling supply benchmarks The dwelling supply benchmarks identified in Figure 7. The benchmarks indicate the
supply to 2041 that needs to be planned for by ShapingSEQ and local government
planning schemes. Actual construction of dwellings will depend on changing
population growth and economic circumstances over time.

Employment planning baselines The employment planning baselines identified in Table 3 and Appendix A. These
baselines are to be used in local land use and infrastructure planning as minimums;
and as a baseline for state and regional infrastructure planning.

Existing urban area A statistical boundary used to measure consolidation and expansion development
for the purposes of ShapingSEQ and illustrated in Figure 32. Further detail is
provided in ShapingSEQ Background paper 1: Grow.

Expansion (form of development) Development on land outside the existing urban area boundary. Previously known as
greenfield development.

Urban greening The network of natural and semi-natural areas that deliver a range of environmental,
economic and social values and benefits to urban places, including protection from
flooding or excessive heat, or improving air and water quality, whilst also protecting
biodiversity.
Examples of urban greening include urban tree canopies, parks and sport fields,
nature reserves and wildlife corridors, waterways and wetlands, stormwater
harvesting systems, green roofs and walls, and tree-lined streets and pathways.

Gross residential density The number of dwellings or lots or combination thereof divided by the overall
englobo site area, including areas constrained from development and areas
occupied by non-residential uses and infrastructure.

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Term Definition

Growth assumptions The consistent set of dwelling and employment growth assumptions used in
ShapingSEQ (See Chapter 5 for further explanation).

High-frequency public transport The system of public transport routes, rollingstock and signalling that enables
commuter public transport to operate at high frequencies (by 2041 at least 15 minute
service 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week) for extended periods, enabling a turn up and go
approach to travel (Department of Transport and Main Roads, TransLink Division,
2015).

Inter-urban break A non-urban land area separating major urban development areas.

Knowledge-based industries Trends and activities that increasingly depend on knowledge, information and highly
skilled personnel and organisation, meeting an increasing need for ready access to
all these by business and public sectors (OECD, 2005).

Megatrends Global, sustained and macroeconomic forces of development that affect business,
economy, society, cultures and personal lives, defining our future world and its
increasing rate of change.

Missing middle A form of housing offering greater density and diversity compatible with surrounding
lower density residential environments. This may include Fonzie flats (a small
self-contained apartment on the same land as a house), plexes (duplexes, triplexes,
quadplexes, etc), row/terrace housing and medium-rise apartments.

Net residential density The number of dwellings or single dwelling lots, or a combination, divided by the
area of the lots and local roads and parks, i.e. the overall englobo site minus the
following: constrained areas (e.g. areas subject to flooding, protected vegetation,
etc.); non-residential sites/uses (e.g. medical facilities, education facilities, shops,
community services, non-local parks, drainage land, etc); non-local transport and
other infrastructure.

Peri-urban The area of influence between rural and urban areas, usually located near urban
areas.

Potential Future Growth Areas Areas outside of the Urban Footprint that may be suitable for future urban growth,
subject to further investigation and dwelling supply analysis as determined by the
Queensland Government. These areas are not needed to accommodate the dwelling
supply benchmarks or employment planning baselines of ShapingSEQ, and do not
represent a development commitment.

Public transport station A high-quality public transport facility which acts as a central departure
and/or destination point to accommodate high passenger volumes. Stations
provide passengers with the key point of connection between a public transport
service and a desired destination (or transfer point enroute to a destination).

Projections The outcomes of applying a set of assumptions about future growth and change
to a base of population, dwellings or employment. For example, for population:
y
at the broader regional level, those assumptions are about fertility, mortality and
migration
y
at the local level, the assumptions are about land supply and development
timing.
Projection assumptions reflect the policy in place and other circumstances
existing or expected at the time of their preparation. Changes in policy and other
circumstances, including through ShapingSEQ, may influence a different outcome.

Refugia An area within which a population of organisms can survive through a period
of unfavourable climatic conditions.

Rural precinct An administrative tool under ShapingSEQ to facilitate best practice land
management, and appropriate and sustainable rural economic growth and
diversification in the Regional Landscape and Rural Production Area.
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Term Definition

Rural residential development Large lot residential development, generally without reticulated sewerage, and
typically in a rural, semi-rural or conservation setting.

Rural town Existing, named and permanent bounded settlements with an urban function in a
rural, semi-rural or conservation setting. They usually have a population of 200 or
more people. They are generally serviced with reticulated potable water and have
two or more social services, e.g. a church, hall, shop or primary school. Regardless
of lot size, residential lots are orientated to and part of the rural town.

Rural village Existing, named and bounded settlements with an urban function in a rural,
semi-rural or conservation setting. They usually have a population of up to 200
people and at least one social service, e.g. a church, hall, shop or primary school.
Regardless of lot size, residential lots are orientated to and part of the rural village.

SEQ regulatory provisions Provisions contained in the Planning Regulation 2017 which ensure particular forms
of development in SEQ are consistent with ShapingSEQ policy.

Social infrastructure The community facilities, services and networks which help individuals, families,
groups and communities meet their social needs, maximise their potential for
development, and enhance community wellbeing.

Site density The number of dwellings or single dwelling lots, or a combination, divided by the
area of the residential lots.

Underutilised Urban Footprint Land previously identified in the Urban Footprint that may be suitable for urban
development, which, due to a range of factors, remains undeveloped.

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Abbreviations

ARI Areas of regional interest

COMSEQ Council of Mayors (South East Queensland)

EDQ Economic Development Queensland (of DILGP)

DEHP Department of Environment and Heritage

DILGP Department of Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning

DNPSR Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing

DSITI Department of Science, Information Technology and Innovation

DTMR Department of Transport and Main Roads

IPO Infrastructure Portfolio Office (of DILGP)

KRA Key resource area

LGA Local government area

LGIP Local Government Infrastructure Plan

MNES Matters of national environmental significance

MSES Matters of state environmental significance

MLES Matters of local environmental significance

PAA Priority Agricultural Areas

PALU Priority agricultural land uses

PDA Priority Development Area

PFGA Potential Future Growth Area

PLA Priority Living Area

QPP Queensland Planning Provisions

QUDaPP Queensland Urban Design and Places Panel

REC Regional Economic Cluster

RIDA Regional interests development approval

RLA Rural Living Area

RLRPA Regional Landscape and Rural Production Area

RPI Act Regional Planning Interests Act 2014

SCA Strategic Cropping Area

SEQ South East Queensland

SIP State Infrastructure Plan

SPA Sustainable Planning Act 2009

SPP State Planning Policy

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Acknowledgements
A large number of individuals and organisations have contributed to ShapingSEQ. While it is not possible to list
them all individually, their contributions are acknowledged and appreciated.
The contributions of the following individuals y Queensland Fire and Emergency Services
and groups are acknowledged: Energy Queensland
y
y SEQ Regional Planning Committee Powerlink
y
y Traditional Owners Queensland Reconstruction Authority
y
y industry, community and environment reference Queensland Treasury
y
groups Queensland Urban Utilities
y
y Queensland Government agencies Seqwater
y
y SEQ local governments Unitywater
y
y Council of Mayors (SEQ)
y participants in the Youth Summit Local governments
y staff from the Department of Infrastructure, Local Brisbane City Council
y
Government and Planning.
Council of the City of Gold Coast
y
Ipswich City Council
y
Special thanks Lockyer Valley Regional Council
y
The SEQ community Logan City Council
y

For its inspiration and contribution in helping prepare Moreton Bay Regional Council
y

and finalise ShapingSEQ. Noosa Shire Council

y
Redland City Council
y
SEQ Regional Planning Committee members Scenic Rim Regional Council
y
Somerset Regional Council
y
As well as former SEQ Regional Planning Committee
members including the late Steve Jones, former Mayor Sunshine Coast Council
y

of Lockyer Valley Regional Council; Stirling Hinchliffe Toowoomba Regional Council

y
MP; and Mark Bailey MP.

Queensland Government departments

and other infrastructure agencies
Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
y
Partnerships
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
y
Department of Communities, Child Safety and
y
Disability Services
Department of Education and Training
y
Department of Energy and Water Supply
y
Department of Environment and Heritage Protection
y
Department of Health
y
Department of Housing and Public Works
y
Department of Infrastructure, Local Government
y
and Planning
Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing
y
Department of Natural Resources and Mines
y
Department of Premier and Cabinet
y
Department of Science, Information Technology and
y
Innovation
Department of State Development
y
Department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business
y
and the Commonwealth Games
Department of Transport and Main Roads
y

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

Bibliography Credits
Refer to the following background papers for the Artwork courtesy of Melinda Serico
bibliographies used in preparing ShapingSEQ: Title Page
ShapingSEQ Background paper 1: Grow
y Artwork for the Land of our first people 8
ShapingSEQ Background paper 2: Prosper
y
Images courtesy of Tourism and
ShapingSEQ Background paper 3: Connect
y
Events Queensland
ShapingSEQ Background paper 4: Sustain
y
Location Page
ShapingSEQ Background paper 5: Live.
y
Natural landscape, Somerset 22
Caloundra, Sunshine Coast 37
Hastings Street, Noosa 96
Mapleton Falls National Park, Sunshine Coast 125
Natural landscape, Scenic Rim 135
Robina Town Centre, Gold Coast 144
Tourism, Scenic Rim 171
Buying local produce, Scenic Rim 186

Images courtesy of Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd

Location Page
Port of Brisbane 51
Images courtesy of Gold Coast Health,
photo taken by Rix Ryan Photography
Location Page
Gold Coast University Hospital 54
Images courtesy of AECOM,
photo taken by Jason Daley
Location Page
Beenleigh Town Square, Logan 93

Buying local produce, Scenic Rim

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Appendix A
Table 23 provides the Queensland Treasury employment planning baselines for each local government area by
industry sector.
Table 23: Employment planning baselines by LGA

Brisbane
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 60,630 49,384 64,141 70,526 74,775 78,329 81,964
Industry 155,062 150,892 161,524 173,114 188,783 206,222 225,588
Office 254,235 268,377 290,381 318,146 350,410 385,006 425,514
Retail and leisure 139,321 149,356 156,573 165,289 175,660 186,240 197,942
Natural resources 22,622 21,782 24,999 26,405 28,071 29,710 31,208
Health and education 157,569 177,214 195,019 216,267 239,526 262,745 285,391
Total 789,439 817,005 892,637 969,747 1,057,225 1,148,252 1,247,607

Gold Coast
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 25,982 25,241 33,972 39,032 42,824 46,122 49,250
Industry 38,113 36,608 39,359 42,057 45,518 49,337 53,585
Office 55,027 58,315 64,322 72,365 81,579 91,522 102,972
Retail and leisure 72,702 78,540 84,038 90,736 97,985 105,076 112,392
Natural resources 3,210 2,954 3,640 5,749 9,179 12,199 14,390
Health and education 46,795 53,254 60,298 69,523 79,637 90,226 100,843
Total 241,829 254,912 285,629 319,462 356,722 394,482 433,432

Ipswich
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 5,070 4,634 6,498 7,656 8,611 9,468 10,355
Industry 15,618 15,863 16,675 17,865 19,659 21,923 24,564
Office 14,171 15,039 16,362 18,373 20,710 23,303 26,312
Retail and leisure 12,557 13,786 14,801 16,423 18,111 19,727 21,396
Natural resources 1,620 1,546 1,664 1,811 1,993 2,160 2,308
Health and education 14,751 17,060 19,963 24,773 30,443 36,737 43,864
Total 63,787 67,928 75,963 86,901 99,527 113,318 128,799

Lockyer Valley
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 867 707 915 1,036 1,118 1,183 1,240
Industry 2,268 2,235 2,414 2,654 3,028 3,478 3,942
Office 1,645 1,740 1,889 2,081 2,297 2,535 2,803
Retail and leisure 2,471 2,658 2,745 2,831 2,918 3,006 3,090
Natural resources 2,431 2,261 2,324 2,503 2,793 3,071 3,308
Health and education 2,439 2,740 3,057 3,458 3,892 4,340 4,795
Total 12,121 12,341 13,344 14,563 16,046 17,613 19,178

Logan
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 12,437 13,155 18,059 20,842 22,811 24,729 26,617
Industry 20,283 19,325 20,589 22,005 23,926 26,205 28,807
Office 18,987 19,787 21,403 23,700 26,346 29,378 32,928
Retail and leisure 23,614 25,080 26,298 27,738 29,251 30,896 32,558
Natural resources 1,823 1,532 1,673 1,969 2,404 2,807 3,140
Health and education 20,537 23,101 25,767 29,575 33,783 38,745 44,075
Total 97,681 101,980 113,789 125,829 138,521 152,760 168,125

Moreton Bay
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 13,402 15,568 18,169 20,473 21,963 23,077 24,089
Industry 19,918 18,856 20,365 21,823 23,738 25,877 28,283
Office 22,034 23,224 25,180 27,730 30,590 33,605 37,092
Retail and leisure 29,453 31,539 33,173 34,677 36,104 37,373 38,592
Natural resources 3,344 2,952 3,270 4,108 5,425 6,612 7,531
Health and education 26,676 30,416 34,150 38,923 43,866 48,731 53,594
Total 114,827 122,555 134,307 147,734 161,686 175,275 189,181

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Noosa
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 2,411 2,495 3,185 3,565 3,762 3,896 3,993
Industry 2,271 2,190 2,343 2,464 2,605 2,747 2,904
Office 4,666 4,791 5,219 5,749 6,335 6,965 7,696
Retail and leisure 7,591 8,118 8,580 9,077 9,618 10,156 10,720
Natural resources 456 393 419 499 627 745 834
Health and education 4,285 4,794 5,255 5,800 6,328 6,846 7,308
Total 21,680 22,781 25,001 27,154 29,275 31,355 33,455

Redlands
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 5,298 5,782 7,861 8,863 9,416 9,733 9,960
Industry 6,846 6,844 7,172 7,474 7,841 8,234 8,679
Office 9,423 9,764 10,524 11,532 12,656 13,812 15,159
Retail and leisure 11,820 12,514 13,014 13,533 14,057 14,523 15,016
Natural resources 1,042 882 941 1,203 1,618 2,002 2,307
Health and education 10,352 11,499 12,664 14,131 15,576 16,864 18,073
Total 44,781 47,285 52,176 56,736 61,164 65,168 69,194

Scenic Rim
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 1,365 1,216 1,608 1,818 1,965 2,078 2,173
Industry 1,710 1,669 1,753 1,846 1,963 2,082 2,210
Office 2,738 2,871 3,102 3,410 3,766 4,142 4,570
Retail and leisure 3,224 3,492 3,627 3,824 4,047 4,264 4,491
Natural resources 1,996 1,784 1,770 1,898 2,130 2,349 2,524
Health and education 2,791 3,143 3,541 4,050 4,638 5,220 5,813
Total 13,824 14,175 15,401 16,846 18,509 20,135 21,781

Somerset
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 672 592 807 937 1,030 1,113 1,185
Industry 1,762 2,010 2,036 2,088 2,149 2,209 2,268
Office 791 840 908 997 1,098 1,205 1,328
Retail and leisure 1,265 1,352 1,395 1,444 1,496 1,548 1,603
Natural resources 1,173 1,040 1,032 1,059 1,115 1,193 1,290
Health and education 1,174 1,336 1,492 1,689 1,901 2,119 2,342
Total 6,837 7,170 7,670 8,214 8,789 9,387 10,016

Sunshine Coast
Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 12,236 11,944 16,272 18,653 20,340 21,776 23,096
Industry 15,314 14,510 15,579 16,601 17,842 19,151 20,600
Office 24,707 25,687 28,182 31,211 34,639 38,346 42,599
Retail and leisure 30,420 32,489 34,463 36,541 38,730 40,877 43,026
Natural resources 3,818 3,410 3,736 4,668 6,159 7,481 8,469
Health and education 26,047 29,809 33,969 38,937 44,287 49,834 55,300
Total 112,542 117,849 132,201 146,611 161,997 177,465 193,090

Toowoomba (Urban extent)

Sector 201011 201516 202021 202526 203031 203536 204041
Construction 5,018 4,486 5,898 6,491 6,805 7,028 7,202
Industry 9,946 9,457 9,990 10,498 11,192 11,980 12,890
Office 14,040 14,660 15,380 16,230 17,186 18,239 19,411
Retail and leisure 13,409 14,078 14,366 14,596 14,816 15,023 15,193
Natural resources 2,370 2,063 2,332 2,830 3,620 4,337 4,885
Health and education 16,739 18,366 19,815 21,611 23,489 25,371 27,061
Total 61,522 63,110 67,781 72,256 77,108 81,978 86,642

Source: Queensland Treasury Regional Employment Projections, 20102011 to 20402041

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