Median house price $280,000 (June Quarter 2011) annual increase of 5.7%.
Median townhouse/unit price $272,000 (June Quarter 2011) annual increase of 12.9%

Population

96,936 people with a high average annual growth of 2.5% over the past five years.

Key major industries & employment opportunities

Agriculture, horticulture, forestry & fishing
Manufacturing and engineering
Medical and allied health services
Education and training
Retail trade
Professional and business services

Key business opportunities

Agriculture and horticulture production and servicing, Mining manufacturing and training, advanced manufacturing and aviation, education and training, professional and technical services, research services, public administration, retail, land development, medical and health services.

Schools

•    23 public primary schools,
•    5 public high schools,
•    Over 13 private primary and high schools,

Tertiary education & training

•   Central Queensland University CQU
•   Wide Bay Institute of TAFE,
•   EnergySkills Queensland
•    Impact - Make Your Mark

Retail services

The region has three major shopping complexes which accommodate large retail brands and department stores. Many boutique retail experiences have become prominent across the region with centres in Childers and Gin Gin.

Transport links

•    By road – 365 km north of Brisbane
•    By rail – 3:45 hours from Brisbane on the east coast rail network
•    By air – 50 minutes between Brisbane and Bundaberg

Sporting facilities  

There are many sporting clubs and associations and high quality golf courses and clubs across the region. With no shortage of sporting choice and multiple competition platforms the Bundaberg region is recognised as a great sporting destination. The region holds state and national competitions and has the capacity to host large sporting events.

Arts & Cultural services

Bundaberg has a rich offering of arts and culture with more than 50 arts, craft, historical and cultural organisations and facilities. Enjoy the vibrant art and culture experience with live theatre performances, exciting arts shows and museums which provide a window into the regions historical beauty.

Climate

Temperature ranges from 20°C to 29°C in summer and 22°C in winter.
The Bundaberg Region has the most equitable climate in Australia and rates fifth in the world alongside Hawaii.