Seaports, Airports and Roads

We have an extensive road network that services our 15 communities.

We're responsible for maintenance, repair, reconstruction and rehabilitation of:

• 43.5 kilometres of bitumen roads
• 13.5 kilometres of concrete roads
• 12.3 kilometres of paver roads
• 20.6 kilometres of unsealed roads
• 2 bridges
• kerbs, culverts and storm water drains.

Our goal is to ensure the road networks are maintained to standards suitable for vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

We own and operate 11 airports, which is one of the highest number of airports run by an Australian local Government and includes the shortest runway for commercial aircraft operations in Australia at Mabuiag Island.

These airports play an important role in regional connectivity and serve:

• The Border Force
• Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
• Federal and State Police and Emergency Services
• Our communities.

We undertake regular repair and maintenance activities to minimise safety hazards and provide facilities to all users. Fees and charges apply to aircraft using the airstrips.
For more information, please see our register of fees & charges.

Seaports are an essential component of transporting material to the islands spread over 40,000 square kilometres. We maintain 15 barge ramps and 13 finger jetties essential for those communities that retain a close relationship to the sea.

We maintain facilities by undertaking general maintenance and improvements that best meets the safety and expectations of all users and the community as a whole. To see commercial fees for usage, please see our register of fees & charges.