Nicole Carroll is Regional Development & Engagement Manager for nbn in Far North Queensland, leading regional strategy and partnerships across 25 local government areas. With more than 20 years’ experience in governance, communications and economic development, she has held senior executive roles in local government and global corporate environments. Nicole specialises in stakeholder engagement, strategic planning and organisational transformation, with strong governance credentials and advanced engagement qualifications. Based in the Tablelands, she is deeply connected to FNQ communities and focused on improving digital capability, infrastructure access and economic opportunity to support sustainable regional growth.