The Queensland Government has secured the site for the proposed $60 million Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence, a project aimed at supporting skills development and growth in the state’s manufacturing sector.
Construction is set to begin in 2026 at the Moreton Bay Central site in Petrie, which will house an Advanced Manufacturing Hub aimed at supporting the region’s billion-dollar manufacturing industry, the government said in a news release.
It noted that the project forms part of the Queensland Government’s $201.1 million initiative to deliver four new TAFE Centres of Excellence across the state – in Moreton Bay, Caloundra, Rockhampton, and the Southern Moreton Bay Islands – as part of efforts to rebuild the state’s skills pipeline.
Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training, Ros Bates, said the Moreton Bay Centre of Excellence would play a vital role in addressing workforce needs and strengthening Queensland’s industrial base.
“The Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence will deliver world-class training in industries that drive our economy and create good jobs for Queenslanders,” Minister Bates said. “We’re backing Moreton Bay with the skills, facilities and opportunities locals need to thrive.”
Minister for Manufacturing Dale Last said the investment was a crucial step toward developing the skilled workforce required to power Queensland’s advanced manufacturing future.
“Manufacturing is Queensland’s sleeping giant, and the Crisafulli Government’s investment in this Centre reflects our commitment to creating the skilled workforce needed to drive it forward,” Minister Last said.
City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery welcomed the announcement, saying the new facility would bring training opportunities closer to residents while supporting industry growth.
“Council is proud to be offering the land required to support this new TAFE, which will provide education and jobs in our rapidly growing city,” Mayor Flannery said. “This investment will upskill our workforce to meet the needs of local businesses, including in our booming manufacturing industry.”
TAFE Queensland SkillsTech General Manager Stephen Gates said the new centre would deliver advanced, hands-on training tailored to local industry needs.
“This purpose-built facility will be designed to meet the skills needs of today and tomorrow, driving local jobs, innovation, and economic growth,” Mr Gates said.
The Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence will be located adjacent to the future Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, a key venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
