CYPDA Profile

Role

The Cape York Peninsula Development Association Inc. (CYPDA) was formed in 1987 with the prime function of advising the then Minister for Northern Development on pertinent issues affecting the future of this vast and sparsely populated region of Far North Queensland.

In 2007 the CYPDA provides an open forum for economic and community development through debate and direct involvement while influencing policy and decision making on matters relevant to Cape York Peninsula.

In 2006 CYPDA was appointed as interim service provider for Natural Heritage Trust funded projects administered through the Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Water; an arrangement that is in place until June 2008.

Current projects

Annual Report (pdf)

Mission

The Cape York Peninsula Development Association Inc. (CYPDA) exists to enhance the quality of life of the people of Cape York Peninsula through achieving environmental, economic and social development aspirations.

Mission Statement  

 

Membership

CYPDA is recognised as the largest membership based organisation on the peninsula with members drawn from small business, pastoral, agricultural and tourism industries along with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and local, state and federal government departments and agencies. CYPDA is the only organisation on Cape York Peninsula to which all residents of the area can belong.

Becoming a member of CYPDA gives you a voice in determining Cape York Peninsula’s quality of life today and future development.

Membership Fees: Personal $25.00 Corporate $150.00
How to become a member

Priorities

CYPDA's priorities are based on the expressed needs of Cape York communities, organisations and businesses and aim to enhance the quality of life of the people of Cape York Peninsula through economic and community development.

The key issues are identified as such:

• Infrastructure support
• Providing assistance to special interest groups
• Influencing policy making
• Establishing joint ventures
• Supporting regional social and cultural development projects
• Encouraging sustainable use of resources and environmental protection
• Practicing and supporting full consultative processes

Supporting the concept of reconciliation between all groups in Cape York Peninsula

Strategic Plan

CYPDA recognises that sustainable regional development is contingent upon:

• Motivated, skilled and resourceful people residing in the region who are committed to securing a viable future for themselves and their children.
• Strong industry and community leadership working with vibrant industry, community and common interest associations and working groups.
• The necessary physical infrastructure being in place to facilitate regional development.
• Provision of appropriate assistance programs from local, state and federal government with culturally sensitive delivery services.
• Assured markets and fair prices for the region’s goods and services.
• Investment capital for new ventures leading to improved employment opportunities.

In facilitating regional development in Cape York Peninsula, the association also recognises the inseparable link between economic and social/cultural [community] development on the one hand, and the sustainable use [and protection] of the region’s natural assets and resources.
Strategic Plan (pdf)

Funding

CYPDA is funded by the Queensland Department of Tourism, Regional Development & Industry and the Australian Government Department of Environment and Water Resources - Natural Heritage Trust funding, which is administered in Queensland by the Department of Natural Resources and Water (NRW).