Who Are We

Regional Development Australia Tropical North Inc. provides regional leadership to drive the development of appropriate infrastructure and industry to strengthen the Far North Queensland economy.

 

Mission

To stimulate sustainable economic development outcomes for the Tropical North Queensland region through meaningful collaboration with all levels of Government, industry, community and academia.

 

Vision

To be the economic development agency in the Tropical North that supports the interests of all regional and remote communities and assists in coordinating the efforts by all stakeholders.

 

TNQ Economic Development Strategy (2024-2029)

A five-year strategic plan for the region to develop a dynamic economy, build resilience and increase liveability.

Lakeland Irrigation Area Scheme

Providing water security, substantial economic, social and cultural outcomes, to producers in the region.

Project Development Services Directory

A direct link to FNQ’s business service providers including grant and tender writers, economists, market researchers and feasibility study and business case developers.

139,544

Regional Jobs

25,733

Regional Businesses

Economy I.D.

Data Resources & Info

TEDS

TNQ Economic Development Strategy 2024

$21.96 b

Gross Regional Product

298,829

FNQ Population

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News

EVENT:  State of the Region Roadshow 2025

EVENT: State of the Region Roadshow 2025

With the changes in global conditions, continued pressure on cost of living and housing, the annual release of the "State of the Region" dataset will help unpack the latest...

CYRP Taskforce Communique (WEIPA Nov 2025)

CYRP Taskforce Communique (WEIPA Nov 2025)

The Cape York Region Package (CYRP) Taskforce and Sub-Working Group (SWG) met on 6 May 2025. The meeting was held in Weipa, with a Microsoft Teams line available for attendees to...