Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water

Overview

The Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (DRMDW) drives growth for Queensland by managing sustainable water resources, leading innovation in manufacturing, and developing our regions. From our offices in Brisbane and a network of regional offices and manufacturing hubs, more than 700 DRDMW staff work to create a Queensland where communities, businesses and water resources are sustainable and resilient.

The department strive to

• Drive investment, economic growth and jobs in Queensland communities.

• Lead water resource management to achieve sustainability and public safety outcomes.

• Encourage and support innovation to unlock new opportunities.

The department contribute to the Queensland government’s objectives for the community by:

• Supporting jobs

• Making it for Queensland

• Building Queensland

• Growing our regions

• Investing in skills

• Protecting the environment

• Honoring and embracing our rich and ancient cultural history