THE Queensland Government is turning the spotlight on the important role grey nomads play in the state's economy.

And its Parliamentary Economic Development Committee hopes its latest initiative will attract comments from senior caravanners and motorhomers who regularly visit the outback.

It has launched an inquiry into how the Sunshine State's rural and regional communities can be developed through grey nomad tourism.

The move comes as thousands of caravanners turn their backs on the winter chills of the southern states and head north to Queensland in search of blue skies and sunshine.

Chairman Evan Moorhead said his committee would consider the role of grey nomads, who he described as an important section of Queensland's tourism market.

"These travellers tend to visit in off-peak periods and in rural and regional areas not always frequented by other tourists," he explained.

The inquiry would involve issues relating to grey nomad infrastructure requirements, the commercial camping and caravan park industry and ways to market Queensland to "this valued group of tourists".

Mr Moorhead said the committee was interested to hear community and industry views.

"This committee is seeking information on how we can make Queensland a more attractive and comfortable place for grey nomads to come, travel and relax.

"Grey nomad tourism provides a great potential for job creation, particularly in areas 'off the beaten track'."

Submissions to the committee on matters such as health services, waste disposal sites, signage and major issues relating to the regulation of Queensland’s camping and caravan parks can be made online before May 28 by clicking here.

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