Kowanyama and Mapoon will get $16m from the state government to upgrade water, wastewater and solid waste facilities through the Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program.
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Kowanyama will use initial funding of $2.16 million to undertake upgrade works of its water, wastewater and solid waste facilities while Mapoon is receiving almost $1.95 million to begin works on improving its water and solid waste facilities.
Minister for Local Government Stirling Hinchliffe said the funding helps to deliver fit-for-purpose infrastructure specifically tailored to the needs of each community and location.
“ICCIP is delivering great results for Indigenous communities throughout Queensland, in infrastructure and economic development,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
“One of the biggest benefits this program delivers is providing education and training opportunities in Indigenous communities.
“It also enables Councils to manage assets effectively, contributing to water security and long-term environmental and public health outcomes.”
The ICCIP repairs and upgrades water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure for 16 Indigenous councils.
