The Northern Australia Ministerial Forum is working collaboratively to realise an inclusive and contemporary vision for Northern Australia—to benefit Australians now and into the future.
The forum is made up of Australian Government ministers with responsibility for the development of Northern Australia, and their counterparts from the Queensland, Western Australian and Northern Territory governments.
The forum develops a shared vision and goals for enduring prosperity right across the north. The ministers are working together to diversify and strengthen the north's economy by:
- increasing the participation of First Nations people
- promoting the liveability and attractiveness of living, working and investing in the north
- meeting current and future workforce needs
- developing natural and economic assets
- ensuring that vital infrastructure is world-class and fully funded
- optimising sustainable resources
- capitalising on the north's strategic location in the Indo-Pacific region and proximity to Asia.
Members
Australian Government
The Hon Madeleine King MP—Minister for Resources and Minister for Northern Australia
Senator the Hon Malarndirri McCarthy—Minister for Indigenous Australians
Queensland Government
To be confirmed.
Western Australian Government
To be confirmed.
Northern Territory Government
The Hon Lia Finocchiaro—Chief Minister and Minister for Police; Fire and Emergency Services; Defence NT; Territory Coordinator
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