Published on 12 November 2026
For the first time, a Queensland Government regional land use plan includes the Torres Shire Council and Torres Strait Island Regional Council areas.
The draft Cape York and Torres Strait Regional Plan is now open for public consultation. This is a significant milestone for our region and an important opportunity for our communities to help shape the final plan.
Over the last year, our elected members and executive have contributed local knowledge and priorities, working alongside Councils across the Cape and Torres region with the State Regional Planners
Congratulations to the State's regional planning team on their work to date!
We look forward to welcoming the team to Torres Shire in the coming weeks for face-to-face community consultation.
Your local knowledge matters. We encourage everyone to get involved, share their views and help shape the future of our region.
Find out more about the draft Cape York and Torres Strait Regional Plan 2026
Read the Queensland Government media statement Landmark blueprint for Cape York and Torres Strait