Qld hits a new beat

THE Queensland Government is investing $20 million over the next three years to fulfil its vision of turning the state into the music capital of Australian tourism.

With the new funding the state will look to deliver events in 16 communities across four regions starting in May 2023, with desires on attracting major international music acts to put the spotlight on various Qld destinations.

Locations set to host a Queensland Music Trails event scheduled next year include Toowoomba in the outback, Yarrabah in Far North Qld, Mackay in the Great Barrier Reef region, and the Sunshine Coast in South East Queensland.

The Qld Government said the arts remain a key tourism driver.