Introduction to business in the Tweed

Why live and invest in the Tweed?

The Tweed has a broad and productive economy worth around $2.5 billion a year.

A biodiverse environment, pristine air and water and a mild climate all add to the Tweed’s clean, green credentials – offering those who work, live and play here a natural advantage. Read more about why you should invest in the Tweed.

Living in the Tweed – within easy reach of all the offerings of our Gold Coast, Brisbane and Byron Bay neighbours – offers a relaxed coastal or country lifestyle where you can choose the pace that suits you.

Diverse opportunities

The opportunities for growth and diversification are significant across the Tweed.

	$354.9m Health care and social assistance
	$270.2m Construction
	$221.5m Retail trade
	$188.1m Education and training
	$168.7m Accommodation and food services
	$126.1m Public administration and safety
	$122.4m Rental, hiring and real estate services
	$114.1m Financial and insurance services
	$107.5m Manufacturing

	$100.7m Professional, scientific and technical services
	$81.7m Agriculture, forestry and fishing
	$79.4m Wholesale trade
	$73.5m Transport, postal and warehousing
	$72.9m Other services
	$71.3m Electricity, gas, water and waste services
	$71.2m Administrative and support services
	$35.3m Information media and telecommunications
	$27.1m Arts and recreation services
	$2.5b Total industries

Sources:

• Draft Tweed Shire – Regional Economic Development Strategy
• NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet