Queensland continues to position itself as a high-growth state with an impressive pipeline of infrastructure and development projects.
Brisbane Metro Project – $1.7 Billion
This high-frequency electric transport system is transforming inner-city mobility and creating new pockets of development potential. Station locations and feeder routes will drive demand for medium and high-density housing, commercial activation, and retail precincts along key corridors. Developers should be actively watching TOD (Transit-Oriented Development) opportunities around Woolloongabba, South Brisbane, and Herston.
Coomera Connector (Stage 1) – $2.16 Billion
Often dubbed the “second M1,” this project is a game-changer for the Gold Coast to Brisbane corridor. It will significantly reduce congestion and open up previously underutilised land for development. Strategic developers are already land-banking in areas like Coomera, Ormeau, Yatala, and Logan, anticipating zoning changes and improved serviceability.
SEQ City Deal (Including Logan & Albert Street Upgrades)
This tri-government funding deal unlocks billions in infrastructure across growth corridors like Logan, Ipswich, and Redlands. For developers, it means better water and sewerage capacity, flood mitigation, and faster planning pathways, making greenfield and urban infill projects more viable in the near term.
Renewable Energy Zones – Part of $62 Billion Energy Plan
Queensland’s renewables push isn’t just about energy, it’s sparking regional construction booms. Large-scale solar and wind projects in Western Downs, Central Queensland, and Far North Queensland are creating immediate demand for housing, civil works, logistics hubs, and supporting industrial land. Developers with experience in regional delivery should move early.
Brisbane 2032 Olympics Infrastructure
The Olympic Games aren’t just a sporting event, they’re a catalyst for transformation. Over $7 billion in infrastructure investment is being rolled out ahead of the 2032 Games, including:
- A new Brisbane Stadium with the ability to seat 63,000 spectators at Victoria Park.
- The National Aquatic Centre & Precint will be developed at the existing Centenary Pool site in Spring Hill.
- The Brisbane Athlete Village will be located at Brisbane Showgrounds in Bowen Hills and will house more than 10,000 athletes and team officials for the Olympics and more than 5,000 for the Paralympics.
- The Brisbane Showgrounds will also receive an upgraded 20,000 seat areana to host key events.
- Transport upgrades include works to the Bruce Highway, Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project, Beerwah to Birtinya direct rail line, Cross River Rail tunnel and more.
For developers, the Olympics present a once-in-a-generation opportunity to leverage new infrastructure and revitalised urban zones, particularly in Bown Hills, Victora Park, East Brisbane and Northshore Hamilton.