Understanding the economic role of RDA Darling Downs and South West Region provides a framework for understanding what policy responses and investment may be appropriate to support the growth of businesses and maintenance of a vibrant economy in the future.

The charts and table below give a broad overview of the role and function of your economy. It helps answer questions such as:

• How much of the RDA Darling Downs and South West Region's economy is driven by meeting the local population needs?
• What proportion of jobs in the area are in goods production or selling of products?
• In which broad sectors are the key strengths of the local economy?
• What contribution do business services make in your area and is it growing?
• Is there a presence of local, state and federal government workers in in the area?

Once you have developed a broad picture of your economy, you can then drill down further with all the detail here.