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City Vitality

A thriving inner city is essential to Brisbane’s economic vitality, driven by diverse precincts, evolving 
industries and a growing education ecosystem that together power a dynamic and resilient urban economy. 
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The Committee for Brisbane initiated the ‘Inner City Vitality Report’ in 2018. It has grown over time to become a landmark report for Brisbane, which highlights the diverse economic drivers within the inner city from offices to culture, retail to health, education to residential and more.

We have estimated the innercity economy to be worth $32.5 BILLION in economic value added in 2024, making it one economic engine rooms for the Queensland economy.

New in 2025

The 2025 report delivered a refreshed analysis of every major industry sector in the inner city. The Report expanded its geographic lens to include the Herston–Kelvin Grove precinct following 2032 Olympic decisions, and unveiled a comprehensive deep dive into the scale 
and economic significance of the innercity education sector. The summary release was showcased at a flagship Committeefor Brisbane
event in October 2025 

Through the voices of city leaders

The Committee for Brisbane proudly launched the 2025 Inner‑City Vitality Report, marking seven years of tracking the people, sectors and precincts shaping the heart of our city. Through the voices of city leaders and changemakers, the report captured the expanding influence of Herston/Kelvin Grove (Victoria Park/Olympic Precinct) and shone a spotlight on the education sector as a powerful driver of economic and social vitality. Supported by our research partners and sponsors—including Dexus, South Bank Corporation, Urban Economics, Bennett + Bennett, and major event sponsor Griffith University.

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