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Regions

Northern Australia spans three distinct regions — the Northern Territory, North Queensland and northern Western Australia — plus the Indian Ocean Territories

Northern Territory

The Northern Territory is a diverse and vibrant region with a wealth of investment opportunities, with abundant natural resources and investment potential.

Queensland

Explore North Queensland's economic diversity, from mining and agriculture to tourism and renewable energy. Discover NAIF's contributions to the region's growth.

Western Australia

Discover how NAIF's investment in Western Australia supports economic growth, infrastructure development, and social well-being in the region.

Indian Ocean Territories

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Indian Ocean Territories

Explore the unique economies of Christmas Island and Cocos Islands, driven by government services, tourism, and a transitioning mining sector.

Investment Process

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Investment Process

Learn about our investment assessment and approval process at NAIF. Review our eligibility criteria, FAQs, and step-by-step guide for project finance.

Investment Guidelines

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Investment Guidelines

See NAIF's Investment Guidelines, including our mandatory criteria and concessional financing tools for funding projects in northern Australia.

Investment Proposal Guidelines

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Investment Proposal Guidelines

Explore NAIF's investment proposal guideline for securing financial assistance for your project.

Public Benefit Guideline

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Public Benefit Guideline

All NAIF-funded projects are required to produce benefits to the broader economy and community beyond an economic return to the Project Proponent.

Definitions

Discover NAIF’s Public Benefit Guideline definitions. Understand key terms and how they shape projects for broader economic and community benefits.

Indigenous Outcomes

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Indigenous Outcomes

Our Indigenous Outcomes team helps proponents embed strategies to create more opportunities for First Nations people through NAIF-supported projects.