Indigenous water reserves

There are unallocated water reserves held in water plans across Queensland.

This water can be made available for projects that provide social and economic benefits to Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders.

Accessing Indigenous unallocated water reserves

If you are interested in accessing unallocated water for other purposes, you can make an expression of interest at any time by:

Expressing your interest lets us know if there is a demand for water. This helps us plan future unallocated water releases.

If you register your interest, we will notify you when a release occurs in your area so you can apply.

Submitting an expression of interest does not automatically make you eligible for being granted a water entitlement.

Cape York Peninsula Heritage Area reserve

Eligible people in the Cape York water plan area can claim a share of the Cape York Peninsula Heritage Area (CYPHA) reserve by requesting a water licence, at no cost.

Find out more about CYPHA water licences.

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For information on unallocated water in your area, contact your local business centre.