- Far North Queensland to benefit from round one of the Residential Activation Fund, which was doubled to $1 billion in State Budget.
- Residential Activation Fund to deliver $89 million towards several critical infrastructure projects.
- At least half of the $2 billion Residential Activation Fund dedicated to fast-tracking regional housing projects.
Almost 3,000 new homes will be delivered in Far North Queensland with construction of several critical infrastructure projects set to be fast-tracked under the Crisafulli Government's landmark $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
The Crisafulli Government has today announced funding under the Residential Activation Fund will support the construction of 16 projects in Far North Queensland which will unlock 2,998 new homes.
Projects will be delivered in partnership with Aurukun Shire Council, Cook Shire Council, Mareeba Shire Council, Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council, Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council, Torres Shire Council, Cassowary Coast Regional Council and Tablelands Regional Council.
The $2 billion Residential Activation Fund has received 178 submissions – 64 from South East Queensland and 114 from regional, rural and remote Queensland.
The Crisafulli Government's 2025-26 Budget is delivering up to $1 billion for round one of the Residential Activation Fund, doubled from the original $500 million, in response to the overwhelming support and availability of shovel-ready projects.
Round one funding focuses on the construction of critical trunk infrastructure needed such as water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and roads needed to unlock new residential developments and ease Labor's Housing Crisis.
The $2 billion Residential Activation Fund is a key pillar of the Crisafulli Government's Securing Our Housing Foundations Plan and is breaking down the barriers for infill and greenfield developments.
The Fund will deliver a place to call home for more Queenslanders and support one million new homes by 2044 with at least 50 per cent of the overall funding to be invested in regional and remote Queensland.
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, Jarrod Bleijie, said the Residential Activation Fund was set to unlock thousands of new homes across Queensland.
"The Crisafulli Government is delivering on our election commitment to give more Queenslanders a place to call home by funding 16 shovel-ready projects in Far North Queensland," Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
"This partnership with local councils will transform the housing landscape in regional Queensland and give more Queenslanders a place to call home.
"The Residential Activation Fund is just one way the Crisafulli Government is creating jobs, unlocking housing and ensuring that Queensland continues to manage population growth, address housing affordability and protect the lifestyle of local communities."
Member for Cook David Kempton said the landmark $2 billion Residential Activation Fund would deliver for Far North communities.
"I'm really pleased to have received funding for 10 critical projects within my Cook electorate with the projects set to unlock more than 2,200 homes," Mr Kempton said.
"The Queensland Government's RAF is vital to addressing Labor's Housing Crisis."
Member for Barron River Bree James said Far North Queensland would benefit greatly from the Crisafulli Government's investment in these critical infrastructure projects.
"The Residential Activation Fund is transforming our state's housing landscape by unlocking almost 3000 new homes in FNQ," Ms James said.
"The RAF will give more Queenslanders a place to call home, particularly in the region which were previously overlooked by the former Labor Government."
Member for Mulgrave Terry James said the Crisafulli Government is getting on with the job of addressing Labor's Housing Crisis.
"The Crisafulli Government is wasting no time fixing housing shortages and by partnering with councils we're ensuring the right homes can be delivered in the right place at the right time," Mr James said.
"This is a big infrastructure and housing win for Far North Queensland."
Cook Shire Council Mayor Robyn Holmes said the RAF would unlock critical trunk infrastructure in the region.
"This is a major step toward unlocking more new homes and supporting growth in the area in line with Council's Lakeland Masterplan," Ms Holmes said.
"It's an important milestone that lays the groundwork for long-term, sustainable growth in one of Queensland's key agricultural regions."
Cassowary Coast Regional Council Mayor Teresa Millwood said the Residential Activation Fund would unlock land for future housing, with trunk infrastructure projects planned for Daradgee and Eaton residential estates.
"We're delighted to have secured funding under the Queensland Government's Residential Activation Fund," Ms Millwood said.
Aurukun Shire Council Mayor Barbora Bandicootha said the RAF would deliver a "critical" subdivision in the region.
While Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council (NPARC) Mayor Robert Poi Poi thanked the Queensland Government for this critical investment in much-needed housing.
"NPARC, like most remote communities struggles with the cost of living and the cost to develop infrastructure and community facilities and it is vital that we obtain funding to develop our community and make it place that is welcoming and accommodating for local people to grow and practice their cultures," Mr Poi Poi said.
Mareeba Shire Council Mayor Angela Toppin said the RAF would unlock much-needed housing in the region.
"This investment will enable us to deliver the Atherton Street Sewer Pump Station and Rising Main upgrade," Ms Toppin said.
Tablelands Regional Council Mayor Rod Marti said the funding would address housing challenges in the community while supporting local jobs and economic development.
"We are proud to work alongside the Queensland Government to deliver on this important initiative and look forward to seeing the positive impact it will have for our community," Mr Marti said.
