Flood recovery industry round table and $84.8 million announcement for local Governments

Townsville Enterprise welcomes today's announcement that the Albanese Government will invest $84.8 million through the North Queensland Resilience Program to 18 local government areas including Townsville, Hinchinbrook, Burdekin and Charters Towers.

North Queensland will benefit from 77 new resilience initiatives to help reduce disaster risk across road and transport networks, in communities, and throughout the environment.

Today’s announcement follows Townsville Enterprise’s call for government support to help our region build back better after the recent flooding. The commitment was announced during our flood recovery industry roundtable, where key stakeholders came together to discuss the path forward.

Townsville Enterprise thanks the Federal Government for their support and remains committed to working with all levels of government on tourism recovery, business grants, and industry resilience funding. We also extend our gratitude to local businesses and industry representatives for their valuable insights and ongoing collaboration in shaping the recovery efforts ahead.

Townsville Enterprise CEO Claudia Brumme-Smith:

"We sincerely appreciate Federal Minister for Emergency Management Jenny McAllister and Senator for Queensland Nita Green for taking the time to visit Townsville North Queensland today and for their commitment to supporting our region. The $84.4M North Queensland Resilience Program announcement will help our local councils and communities build back stronger and more resilient."

"Townsville Enterprise was proud to host both the Minister and Senator today, alongside our industry and business community, to discuss the impacts of recent flooding. These discussions highlighted not only the immediate challenges but also the long-term implications for businesses and residents."

"It was a constructive and open conversation, and we thank our industry partners for sharing valuable insights and practical solutions. We also acknowledge the immense challenges faced by local businesses navigating financial strain and recovery efforts. Townsville Enterprise stands with you, and we will continue working alongside all levels of government to support our region’s recovery and future resilience."

Federal Minister for Emergency Management Jenny McAllister:

“Councils will be undertaking critical works to better equip their communities with the assets and resources they need to withstand severe weather events."

“Projects range from major infrastructure upgrades and critical transport hubs to flood mitigation infrastructure, emergency shelters and community generators, and the sealing of roads frequently washed away."

“By prioritising resilience, we can safeguard lives, property, and our environment. This will lead to shorter response and recovery periods, benefitting community wellbeing, economic activity, and some of Australia’s greatest natural environments."

“The recent floods are an all too familiar reminder of the destruction that extreme weather can bring and is why our government is providing this direct investment to reduce future risk.”

Senator for Queensland Nita Green:

“This funding comes at a crucial time for North Queensland which has been hit hard by natural disasters,”

“Regional and remote communities affected by recent major events have been prioritised with this program, which will see millions flow to disaster resilience projects from Whitsundays to Douglas, Boulia to Burke, and many parts in between.