From sheds to global markets: Golden Cockerel’s Redlands Coast advanta

Published on 26 May 2026

On Redlands Coast, industry and innovation are quietly reshaping what’s possible with Golden Cockerel leading the charge.

Established in 1972, Golden Cockerel has grown into one of Queensland’s largest poultry processors, generating more than $250 million annually and contributing around 20% of the state’s production. Processing an extraordinary 34 million birds each year, the company’s scale reflects both its ambition and the capability of the region it calls home.

From its major facility at Mount Cotton, Golden Cockerel operates as a fully integrated business, processing, packaging and distributing fresh and frozen poultry to domestic and international markets. Its workforce – ranging from 500 to 1,000 employees – makes it a major regional employer and a cornerstone of the local manufacturing economy.

But the company’s success is not just about size – it’s about precision, quality and global competitiveness. Operating under internationally recognised standards including HACCP, BRC, RSPCA and SafeFood QLD, Golden Cockerel demonstrates how Redlands Coast supports export-ready, high-compliance manufacturing at scale.

Location has been a defining advantage. With proximity to Brisbane, the Port of Brisbane and key freight networks, Redlands Coast provides seamless access to supply chains and markets. Combined with strong digital infrastructure and lower congestion than inner-city hubs, the region enables efficiency without compromise.

Golden Cockerel’s recent $40 million investment in its operations underscores its confidence in the region’s future. It also reflects a broader trend – Redlands Coast is emerging as a serious player in advanced manufacturing, particularly in food production and agribusiness.

Beyond infrastructure, it’s the balance of capability and lifestyle that sets the region apart. Businesses can scale, innovate and access skilled talent, while offering employees a coastal way of life that’s increasingly hard to match.

Golden Cockerel’s journey shows what’s possible when strategic location meets long-term vision. For investors looking toward the future of advanced manufacturing, Redlands Coast isn’t just supporting growth – it’s helping drive it.