The South West is a regional economic powerhouse – generating $12.4 billion in 2009-10. 
Investment Opportunities
Invest in the South West
Are you looking to invest in the dynamic and thriving South West region?
Whether it is a tourism development or agricultural venture you are interested in, the South West Development Commission can provide an overview of investment opportunities in the South West region.
About the South West
Fast-growing population
- Over the past five years the South West's average annual growth rate was 3.1 per cent.
Regional economic powerhouse
- The South West has the largest economy in regional Western Australia.
- Gross regional product was $16.8 billion during 2010/11.
- Economic product per capita is $103,376.
- The region derives most of its wealth from healthy mining, construction and manufacturing sectors.
Location
- Situated in the picturesque south-west corner of Australia.
- The region has a good transport networks, including the dual carriageway from Perth to Bunbury, passenger rail and coach services.
- The port city of Bunbury, about 1.5 hours drive from Perth, is the South West's commercial hub.
- Smaller townships can be founds throughout the region's 12 local government areas.
Why invest here
- Why the South West of WA
- Strong economic growth
- Advantages
- Quality lifestyle
- Supporting business growth
South West Investment Portfolio
The South West Investment Portfolio has been designed as a starting point for those looking to invest in the dynamic South West region of Australia.
Investment opportunities may be available in the following industry sectors:
- Mining and industrial
- ICT and Creative industries
- Timber
- Clean technology
- Tourism
- Agribusiness
- Developments
Specific investment opportunities
To contact Commission staff about current investment opportunities, email Mat Lewis or phone +61 8 9792 2000.
