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We've announced a loan for up to $40 million to build 81 new social and affordable housing units in Townsville.

The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) will provide a loan for around $70 million to build more than 400 new purpose-built student accommodation beds in Darwin.

Read our case study on the Kimberley Cotton Gin, for sector‑specific insights into large‑scale cotton processing in northern Australia.

Read the case study on how we supported the Alpha HPA First Project in Gladstone, Queensland. 

The Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Amendment Bill 2026 has been introduced to Parliament to extend the investment period to 30 June 2036.

The Australian Government's Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) today announces that Neil MacDonald has commenced as Chief Executive Officer, based at the organisation’s Cairns headquarters in North Queensland.

View the Q2 2025-26 snapshot including updated financial data for committed loans, public benefit, jobs, Indigenous engagement, and project pipeline.

Start your NAIF finance journey: check eligibility, engage early, prepare due diligence and submit your proposal for northern Australia projects.

Read our case study on Heritage Minerals’ Mount Morgan project, driving critical minerals supply, environmental and economic benefits to the region.