Queensland's State of Play 2026

Queensland enters 2026 at a pivotal moment, with global uncertainty, strong population growth and tightening fiscal conditions shaping the State’s economic and social outlook.

Queensland’s State of Play provides senior leaders with an independent, evidence-led briefing on the forces that will define the year ahead – from geopolitical pressures to domestic reform priorities. This flagship forum brings together cross-sector expertise to examine how Queensland can strengthen resilience, accelerate investment and unlock the opportunities that matter most for the State’s long-term prosperity.