The region derives most of its wealth from healthy mining and manufacturing sectors. 
Economic Activity
The South West's economy continued its impressive growth on the back of previous years with Gross Regional Product increasing to an estimated $16.8 billion for the financial year 2010-11.
The mining, construction and manufacturing industries are the main contributors to economic production in the region.
Gross regional product values ($ billion)
GRP data is synthesised by the Department of Regional Development and Lands from ABS National Accounts Data.
Data is based on financial years unless otherwise stated.
