Central Highlands, Queensland

DRIVING GROWTH AND EMPOWERING BUSINESS

About Us

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

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

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

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

Services, tools and events

Our region's key industries

Agribusiness
Resources
Business
Visitor Economy
Innovation and technology event series

AGTECH24

Trade stall bookings and other partnership packages are now available for this major event, to be held in Emerald on 20 and 21 November 2024

Upcoming Events

CHDC Events Regional Events
19

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: EMERALD

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EMERALD BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT

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23

SMALL BUSINESS MONTH CELEBRATION

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25

2024 FARM TO FINE DINING

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20

AGTECH24

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18

EMERALD FIELD DAY

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18

EMAIL MARKETING ESSENTIALS: ONLINE WORKSHOP

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17

2024 EMERALD CAREERS EXPO

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21

LEAN MANUFACTURING WORKSHOP

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21

LAND ACCESS OFFICE POP-UP OFFICE – ROLLESTON

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OUR REGION IN NUMBERS

28,583
Population
59,830 KM2
LAND AREA
$6.03
BILLION GROSS REGIONAL PRODUCT
3,330
BUSINESSES
Collaboration is what makes CHDC’s projects and events possible. We thank our Partners for their generous support!