Queensland (QLD) is the state that has it all - a dynamic economy, great weather, progressive career opportunities, a relaxed lifestyle and a fantastic outdoors lifestyle - it's really no wonder more Australians are moving to Queensland than any other Australian state.

Queensland at a glance

Queensland lies on the north-east of the Australian continent, bordering the Pacific Ocean to the East and Papua New Guinea to the North. It is Australia's second largest state, taking up about 22% of the continent.

• Population: Over 4.22 million

• Capital city: Brisbane

• Main language: English

• Average climate: Summer 17 – 30 degrees Celsius and Winter 10 – 22 degrees Celsius

Relaxed lifestyle and cultural diversity

QLD is renowned for its friendly communities and great weather - making it ideal for those who love exploring the great outdoors. With an average of 300 days of sunshine each year, Queenslanders enjoy warm summer months and more winter sunshine than most other Australian states

Economic & employment opportunities

Queensland's enviable reputation for innovative business practices and rapid economic growth has also led it to be recognised as the Smart State. It is one of the fastest growing and dynamic States in Australia and has a strategy in place designed to make Queensland the intellectual hub of the Asia Pacific. Furthermore, Queensland's strategic position on the doorstep of the Asia Pacific means businesses in the State are well positioned to compete in the new global world economy. With Australia's fastest population growth and lowest cost of living, Queensland offers the most optimistic prospects for business and residents.

The Queensland economy has experienced strong growth over the last decade and this has created a high demand for skilled people to support this growth. The Queensland Government has a $107 billion infrastructure plan for SE Queensland over 18 years, but this still may not be enough to accommodate future growth.

Most liveable city - Brisbane

Known as Australia's most liveable city and famous for its great weather, exciting events and cultural scene, Brisbane has a sophisticated, warm and friendly charm that attracts visitors and new migrants alike.

The city of Brisbane is a modern and diverse subtropical metropolis renowned for its laid-back way of life. It is a recognised leader in terms of culture and importantly, is home to a wide variety of outdoor experiences.

Brisbane is well serviced by city infrastructure, including cultural precincts, world class sporting venues, conference venues, parklands, byways and river walks. The city is also strategically well serviced by road, rail and air networks and a modern cruise shipping terminal. In addition, Brisbane airport is one of only two in Australia that are curfew-free (open 24hrs)

Outside of Brisbane, the main population centres are Toowoomba, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Toowoomba sits on the edge of the Great Dividing Range and is a gentle city with tree lined streets and areas of parkland. The Gold Coast is a 35km strip of beaches running from the New South Wales/Queensland border. Highly commercialised, this coastline has been a holiday spot since the 1880's. The Sunshine Coast is another popular holiday destination, renowned for its beaches, surfing and fishing but is not as over commercialised as the Gold Coast.

View some of the properties we have available in Queensland, including Brisbane, Cairns, Palm Cove, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. For more information, please speak to one of the property advisors at Intellichoice today on +61 7 3624 1900.