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title: QLD Leaders Series - The Future of Regional Queensland - Queensland Futures Institute
description: QLD Policy Leaders Series – The Future of Regional Queensland Breakfast on 18 March discussion with four regional mayors and one CEO focused on the economic opportunities across several sectors […]
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# [QLD Leaders Series - The Future of Regional Queensland - Queensland Futures Institute](https://news.futuresinstitute.com.au/qfi-news/qld-leaders-series-the-future-of-regional-queensland-thursday-18-march)

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QLD Policy Leaders Series – The Future of Regional Queensland Breakfast on 18 March discussion with four regional mayors and one CEO focused on the economic opportunities across several sectors including agriculture, mining, energy, hydrogen, and the growing need for physical, digital and social infrastructure for the regions. The main challenges faced by the regions include water security and attracting a highly skilled workforce to local industry.

**Cr Anne Baker, **Mayor, Isaac Regional Council  
**Cr Matt Burnett**, Mayor, Gladstone Regional Council (via Zoom)  
**Steve Johnston,** Chief Executive Officer, Bundaberg Regional Council (for Mayor Dempsey)  
**Cr Jenny Hill**, Mayor, Townsville City Council  
**Cr Bob Manning OAM**, Mayor, Cairns Regional Council  
**Cr Greg Williamson,** Mayor, Mackay Regional Council  
**Moderator – Fiona Lowes**, Partner, Deals, PwC Australia

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