Sunshine Coast

For the first time, the Sunshine Coast will get a proper rail connection through to Maroochydore and the new Sunshine Coast Airport. The $5.5 billion Wave project delivers seamless public transport from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast, serving commuters and travellers long after the 2032 Games.

Capital, total program cost (year profile held centrally as Transport planned investments)

New schools in fast-growing areas so children do not have to travel long distances for school. The $814.8 million program over four years includes two new primary schools at Caloundra South and Ripley Valley, six new special schools and campuses at Berrinba, Coomera, Springfield/Redbank, Beenleigh, Moreton Bay South and Ipswich West, a new high school at Gracemere ($100 million) and a Health Sciences Academy in Rockhampton ($95 million).

Capital, total over 4 years held centrally

Intensive programs in regional areas to intervene early with young people at risk of offending. The $50 million Regional Reset program over four years targets communities where youth crime is concentrated, providing structured activities and mentoring.

General Government operating, $12.5M per annum over 4 years from 2024-25

Police helicopters serving Cairns, Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay for aerial law enforcement and emergency response. The $57.2 million over four years extends POLAIR capability in Cairns for nine years and the Sunshine Coast (with expansion to Moreton Bay) for three years.

General Government operating, $57.2M over 4 years within forward estimates ($101.3M over 9 years total)

Local sporting clubs across Queensland get upgraded facilities like lighting, changerooms and playing surfaces. The $250 million Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program funds upgrades across more than 130 clubs and schools, from the $42 million Stage 1 Rockhampton Sports Precinct to smaller grants for cricket clubs, surf lifesaving clubs and netball associations.

General Government operating, 2025-26 budget year within total program. The $250M total includes expense ($225.8M) and capital components spread across multiple departments. The yearProfile covers only the primary expense allocation ($176.3M across 5 years); the remaining $73.7M comprises capital and cross-departmental components not separately profiled in BP4.

State-of-the-art TAFE facilities in Rockhampton ($61.1 million), Moreton Bay ($60 million), Caloundra ($78 million) and Southern Moreton Bay Islands. The $201.1 million program establishes four new TAFE Centres of Excellence in construction, health, maritime and other in-demand trades.

Capital and operating, total across 3 centres ($78M Caloundra + $60M Moreton Bay + $61.1M Rockhampton)

Modern fire stations to improve emergency response times and replace ageing facilities. Land is being acquired for replacement stations in Ayr and Kingaroy, and new fire appliances are being purchased for Guanaba and Emu Park.

Capital, $5M net over 3 years from 2024-25 (includes a -$3.55M reallocation in 2024-25). Delivered under the Local Infrastructure Improvements Program.

A new local authority to manage Sunshine Coast waterways, giving the community more say over water quality, flood management and environmental protection. The Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority will have dedicated responsibility for the region's rivers, creeks and coastal waters.

General Government operating, total over 3 years from 2025-26