Investment

Mackay Waterfront: A bold vision for the future

The Mackay Waterfront is a transformative, long-term project spanning approximately 172 hectares in the heart of Mackay’s urban area. Guided by a 20-year vision, the project is focused on delivering strong economic and community outcomes through job creation, enhanced liveability, and increased tourism, while attracting new industries and investment to the region.

Comprising five distinct precincts, the waterfront offers a diverse range of opportunities tailored to support growth and development across multiple sectors:

City Centre
Riverside
Enterprise
Queens Park
Beachside

Building on Mackay’s natural assets and established character, the vision for the waterfront aims to reconnect the city and its visitors with the river and coastline, while creating vibrant destinations and a variety of inner-city living options. Delivered through partnership between council, the private sector and government agencies, the project will foster economic growth and community benefit within a well-connected network. With close proximity to Mackay Airport, the Bruce and Peak Downs Highways and the Port of Mackay, the waterfront presents a highly accessible and strategically positioned investment opportunity.

Master Plan

A guide for the future development of the area

PDA Development Scheme

Planning, promoting, coordinating and controlling land development within the area.

Precincts

Explore the five main precincts that make up the Waterfront area.

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Investing in Mackay Waterfront and Region

The Mackay City and Waterfront presents a compelling opportunity for investment within one of regional Queensland’s key economic hubs. As the centre of the Greater Whitsunday Region, Mackay is underpinned by a diverse and resilient economy, driven by strong performance in the resources sector, a revitalised agribusiness industry, and continued growth across construction, logistics, education and tourism.

This dynamic and forward-looking economic landscape positions Mackay as a hub of innovation and opportunity, offering investors the confidence of a stable foundation alongside the potential for future growth.

Explore Mackay's economy