The SEQ City Deal could be the biggest "city deal" in Australia and will guide the region's growth by paving the way for government-owned land to be opened for development.
Sydneysiders are leaving NSW and flocking to Queensland in search of a more affordable and liveable lifestyle. The population growth is now above the nation's average.
More than 2300 new park and ride spaces have been confirmed for south-east Queensland with Springfield Central expected to be the biggest beneficiary of the government spend.
The South-East's second Costco warehouse will be a win for thrifty shoppers with a tyre station, a 24-hour fuel station, optical and hearing aid facilities and a food court.
Australia's largest master planned community, Springfield, has more exciting developments in the pipeline with a total end value of $6 billion if the plan is fully realised.
Thousands of Australians are uprooting and moving as they seek more affordable housing. Macarthur, Moreton Bay and Ipswich are among the cities with the most growth.
$5 billion worth of light armoured vehicles will be manufactured at the HQ in Ipswich, which will make use of the existing heavy vehicle manufacturing and employment hub.
Demolition crews have started work on the $150m Ipswich CBD redevelopment. The revitalisation will include new dining, retail and entertainment spaces.