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The Queensland state government is set to launch ten new projects to ensure the future of tourism in Brisbane.

Part of a ten-year strategy to boost the Australian city's appeal to travellers, the attractions will come at a cost of between $20,000 and $200m (£9,600 and £96.3m) each.

The new developments will include a national indigenous centre at Brisbane's South Bank and a Moreton Bay aquarium at North Bank.

Tourists will also soon be able to visit a 'story of Brisbane' interpretation centre and a cable car at Mount Coot-tha, which will carry passengers between botanic gardens and a platform offering views of Greater Brisbane.

The city's viability as a cruise destination will be boosted by a second shopping terminal on Brisbane River, while its green credentials will benefit from the construction of a new eco-lodge on Moreton Island.

Queensland tourism minister Desley Boyle said that the last decade has seen domestic visitors to Brisbane increase by 22% and international tourists rise by 28%.

She added: 'While tourism has charted strong growth, now more than ever we need to ensure we have a plan in place so we are well placed to be a competitive and attractive destination over the next 20 years.'

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