Why is this fund focused on just Mount Isa?

The Queensland Government has been supporting the economic diversification of the North West Minerals Province over several years with significant investment and planning undertaken. The most recent announcement on closures by Glencore will have a significant impact on the Mount Isa community and economy in the short to medium term which this fund seeks to address. On this basis eligibility for local governments to apply to the fund has been limited to just Mount Isa City Council, however other applicants are encouraged to apply with a focus sought on delivering benefits to Mount Isa.