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.

142,097

Regional Jobs

25,929

Regional Businesses

Economy I.D.

Data Resources & Info

TEDS

TNQ Economic Development Strategy 2024-2029

$19.96 b

Gross Regional Product

303,102

FNQ Population

Highlights

Unlocking Prefab and Modular Housing in Regional QLD recordings are now available, covering government initiatives, industry perspectives, research, workforce and skills, and finance options.

Whether you missed the event or want to dive back into a specific session, head to our projects page and learn more about the opportunities MMC offer for our region.

Latest

News

Unlocking Prefab & Modular Housing in Regional QLD – Online Webinar

Unlocking Prefab & Modular Housing in Regional QLD – Online Webinar

Regional Queensland needs more housing — but getting it on the ground is about much more than the construction method. Join RDA Tropical North, RDA Townsville and North West Queensland and prefabAUS for a free online webinar exploring where prefab and modular construction could fit within regional housing delivery.

Tropical North Insurance Experience Survey

Tropical North Insurance Experience Survey

How is insurance affecting you? Homeowners, landlords, strata communities and business owners are invited to share how insurance affordability and access are affecting them.

FNQ Fuel Impacts Publication released as regional monitoring continues

FNQ Fuel Impacts Publication released as regional monitoring continues

RDA Tropical North has released the FNQ Fuel Impacts Report, consolidating regional evidence on fuel costs, supply uncertainty and flow-on impacts across Far North Queensland. A second stakeholder roundtable will be held on 22 October 2026 as regional monitoring continues.