- The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments deliver $2 million in clean-up and conservation grants.
- Grants to boost environmental recovery after severe weather event in North and Far North.
- Grants of up to $100,000 delivered for projects from Cape York to Winton.
The Albanese and Crisafulli Governments are delivering almost $2 million in grants to spearhead environmental clean-up efforts in northern Queensland.
The Clean Up and Local Conversation Grants provides funds of up to $100,000 for projects across 12 councils in North and Far North Queensland.
The grants are jointly funded by the Albanese and Crisafulli governments' Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements to support Queensland communities in their recovery from the North and Far North Tropical Low in early 2025.
Focused on clearing weather event-related debris and restoring natural landscapes, the 30 new projects will support the restoration of unique ecosystems and key habitats, from Cape York to Winton.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said the new projects would help the region get back on track.
"The severe weather event earlier this year was a challenging time for communities in northern Queensland," Minister McBain said.
"The natural environments in northern Queensland are some of the most spectacular in the world and the Albanese Government is working closely with the state government to deliver clean up and recovery assistance to the large area that was impacted.
"I'd like to thank the local authorities and all involved for the work they've done, and for the work ahead, to help restore a crucial habitat for wildlife."
Queensland Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell said this funding was another step towards environmental recovery after the North and Far North Queensland Tropical Low.
"The Crisafulli Government is proudly supporting 30 successful recipients as they continue working to restore Queensland's natural environment," Minister Powell said.
"These projects aim to promote healthy and resilient ecosystems, from removing debris and stabilising riverbanks, to controlling invasive species and planting native trees.
"We're also supporting the restoration of key habitat for wildlife such as cassowaries, turtles and the critically endangered Night Parrot, protecting these species for future generations.
"In doing so, we're not only supporting a healthy environment; we're also supporting local tourism, with projects cleaning up popular areas including the Whitsunday Islands."
