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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

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 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 Engagement Strategy Glossary

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Indigenous Outcomes
Indigenous Engagement Strategy Guideline
Indigenous Engagement Strategy Glossary

Explore key terms and definitions related to NAIF's Indigenous Engagement Strategy, fostering understanding and collaboration with Indigenous communities.

Indigenous Engagement Strategy Toolkit

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Indigenous Outcomes
Indigenous Engagement Strategy Toolkit

Develop culturally appropriate Indigenous Engagement Strategies with our toolkit and learn how to set commitments and engage with key stakeholders.

About Us

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About Us

Learn about our role as a federal government Special Investment Vehicle delivering concessional loans for infrastructure projects in northern Australia.

Executive Team

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Executive Team

Meet the Executive Team of NAIF, led by CEO Neil MacDonald. The team have extensive experience across multiple industries.

Key Partners

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Key Partners

We collaborate with government agencies, Indigenous groups, and industry organisations to drive economic opportunities.