Queensland

Queensland is a state located in the north-east of Australia. It is the second largest and third most populous state in the country. The state is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales. Queensland has a tropical climate and is home to many different types of animals and plants. The state is also home to the Great Barrier Reef, which is the largest coral reef in the world.

Geography

Queensland is the second largest state in Australia. It is situated in the north-east of the country and is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales. The state is home to the world's largest coral reef, the Great Barrier Reef. The capital city of Queensland is Brisbane. Other major cities in the state include Townsville, Cairns and Rockhampton.

History

Queensland is a state located in the north-east of Australia. It is the second largest and third most populous state in the country. The state is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales. Queensland has a tropical climate and is home to many different types of animals and plants. The state is also home to the Great Barrier Reef, which is the largest coral reef in the world.

Demographics

Queensland is the second largest and third most populous state in Australia. The state is home to more than 4.6 million people, with the majority living in the south-east corner of the state. The state's population is growing at an annual rate of 1.6%, with most of the growth coming from natural increase and interstate migration. Queensland's population is projected to reach 5.5 million by 2031. The state is home to people from a wide range of cultural and ethnic backgrounds, with the largest groups being those of English, Australian, Irish, Scottish and German descent.

Economy

The Queensland economy is one of the fastest growing in Australia. The state's Gross State Product (GSP) is expected to reach A$377 billion by 2020-21. The service sector is the largest contributor to the state's economy, followed by agriculture, mining and manufacturing. Tourism is also a significant industry in Queensland, with the state attracting more than 26 million visitors each year.