Figure 2.11 Location map

 Zone A : natural forest land use is concentrated, no activity that causes deforestation permitted.  Zone B : intensive agricultural and animal husbandry activity area  Zone C : agriculture and allied activities dominating over urban activities.  Zone D : urban activities are dominating over rural activities.  Zone E : major water bodies within the district, environmentally sensitive zone.  Zone F : existing municipal areas and those LSGIs

Proposals are developed which improves the self-sufficiency and enhancement of agriculture, fisheries, animal husbandry, industries, watershed development, and conservation of natural resources and environment aspects of the district and envisages control measures in and around the environmentally sensitive areas.

2.5 Regional Plan North Queensland

North Queensland, often known as the Northern Region, is the northernmost part of Queensland, Australia, located immediately south of Far North Queensland. Queensland is a vast state, larger than many countries, with a tropical northern portion that has long been secluded and undeveloped, giving it a distinct regional character and identity. The NQ Regional Plan is a 25-year strategic, statutory planning document for the Burdekin, Charters Towers, Hinchinbrook, Palm Island, and Townsville local

Figure 2.11 Location map

Source: North Queensland Regional Plan 2021