- $4 million for tourism operators in Townsville, Hinchinbrook, Burdekin, Traeger and Mundingburra affected by the 2025 North and Far North Tropical Low.
- 25 new tourism infrastructure projects for natural disaster preparedness.
- Successful recipients under the Building Resilient Tourism Infrastructure Fund: North Queensland Tropical Low.
Following record-breaking floods in North and Far North Queensland in early 2025, the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments are helping tourism operators future-proof their businesses.
Thanks to the jointly funded Building Resilient Tourism Infrastructure Fund: North Queensland Tropical Low (BRTINQ), which launched in June 2025 under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, 25 tourism operators across Townsville, Hinchinbrook, Burdekin, Traeger and Mundingburra are sharing in $4 million in grant funding.
From installing solar systems and batteries to improving drainage and flood mitigation infrastructure, a range of tailored solutions made possible through the BRTINQ are delivering a better future for the tourism industry.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said the Albanese Government was committed to supporting the industry's long-term recovery.
"Through this program, both levels of government have partnered to help those that were hardest hit by last year's flood event in North and Far North Queensland to thrive and prepare for the future," Minister McBain said.
"These businesses not only play a crucial role regionally, driving economies and employing locals, but also provide access to some of Australia's best tourism destinations for the world.
"By installing early warning systems and off-grid solar systems and batteries that can withstand increasingly frequent and intense severe weather events, they will be better placed to bounce back faster following future events.
"Most importantly, this program will boost the confidence of already resilient operators that have contributed so much to their communities, and I wish them the best of luck with their projects."
Queensland Minister for the Environment and Tourism Andrew Powell said equipping operators with the tools to withstand and bounce back from natural disasters is key to a strong tourism industry.
"Tourism operators need real, practical support to get through natural disasters and come back stronger - that's how we build a resilient industry for the long term," Minister Powell said.
"These infrastructure improvements will mitigate the impact felt by the tourism industry in the wake of natural disasters, protecting local jobs and fortifying Queensland's tourism industry.
"We're backing projects that give communities the confidence to keep moving forward. This is about helping operators prepare, recover, and stay strong for the future."
Senator for Queensland Nita Green said while the tourism industry in North Queensland was incredibly resilient, these grants would help operators bounce back during the busy times.
"It's always challenging managing disaster season during the summer, but it's also when we see peak visitation to our regions," Senator Green said.
"By supporting our operators to prepare for the worst we can ensure the tourism industry continues to deliver the best holiday experiences to visitors from around the world."
For the list of successful recipients please visit: Building Resilient Tourism Infrastructure Fund: North Queensland Tropical Low 2025 | Tourism | Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation, Queensland .
