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FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK

The new map included in this prospectus depicts

already established infrastructure and new projects

along the MITEZ corridor and it highlights how our

region is already well positioned to benefit new

investors into the region.

At our May meeting held at Hughenden, members

agreed that the region’s single greatest advantage is

the transport corridor connecting our resources to

world markets and to be competitive, efficient road,

rail and port facilities are vital as we rely greatly on

transport and energy as key enablers for our

economic development.

At a time when developing Northern Australia is

attracting plenty of attention, MITEZ needs to

promote the relative advantages existing

infrastructure in our region can provide and convince

Governments of their responsibility to ensure these

networks enable industries in the north to remain

globally competitive.

MITEZ has a reputation as a solid organization, able

to speak with the one voice from a position of unity

and strength that demonstrates wide support for the

region’s views and priorities which is necessary when

taking a case to State and Commonwealth

Governments as well as government agencies

responsible for policy decisions or funding programs.

At MITEZ meetings we provide a forum to explore

and evaluate visionary ideas and new concepts with

many of these being further investigated through

feasibility studies undertaken by MITEZ to determine

the viability and benefits as well as any risks

associated with potential projects. These studies can

assist potential investors looking at opportunities in

the region.

MITEZ’s focus is on the bigger picture issues affecting

our region, such as resource development, irrigation

and agriculture, efficiency of our supply chains,

energy, water supply, communications and

innovation.

If your organization is interested to work with others

to guide the future development of the MITEZ region

and its communities, I urge you to consider the

importance and benefits of MITEZ membership to

help in achieving your corporate goals and being

recognized as a key stakeholder, contributor or

investor.

I warmly thank you for your interest in our region and

look forward to welcoming your renewed or new

membership of Mount Isa to Townsville Economic

Zone Inc. for the coming year ahead.

David Glasson (President)

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2017/2018 - THE YEAR AHEAD

Established in 1994, the Mount Isa to Townsville

Economic Zone (MITEZ) fulfils a key role to monitor

and respond to the economic environment, the

issues, factors, the opportunities and threats

affecting and impacting the sustainability of

businesses and industry across the Mount Isa to

Townsville corridor.

MITEZ’s members are united in supporting efforts to

facilitate the economic advancement of the

industries, businesses and communities located in the

local Government areas between Mount Isa and

Townsville. By working together collaboratively,

MITEZ members are able to influence many of the

policies and decisions by other levels of Government

that often result in better outcomes for the region.

By participating at MITEZ’s regular meetings,

members are able to contribute to the discussion

about regional priorities and share any concerns

about issues that may be affecting their business so

that as a combined group MITEZ can tackle such

issues head on to identify possible solutions.

Many of these issues such as freight, transport,

energy, water and communications can have

significant impact on our members and MITEZ is able

to lobby Governments to invest in improved services

and infrastructure. Also, as a non for profit

organisation, MITEZ is able to receive grants to

conduct detailed investigations, feasibility studies and

technical reports.

In recent years, MITEZ has taken on much larger

projects on behalf of our members and local

Governments and has a network of consultants and

experts in a range of fields to call upon and carry out

highly specialised work that is usually well regarded

by Government as well as potential investors.

Projects to be completed this year include:

▪ Assisting Cloncurry Shire Council to establish

a trial plot for bio-fuels.

▪ Developing two new themed tourist routes

between Cairns and the North West.

▪ Investigate the feasibility of an Intermodal

Freight and Logistics Hub for Mount Isa.

▪ Investigate viable options for SWER lines in

the McKinlay Shire.

▪ Detailed Feasibility Study for a major dam on

the Cloncurry River.

▪ Assessing potential clusters for infrastructure

at mineralised zones within NW Queensland.

With numerous challenges facing the region, MITEZ

takes the time to seek out the facts and relevant

information and to analyse the situation before

deciding on a position that best reflects the interest

of our members. MITEZ’s views and feedback is often

sought by organisations undertaking strategic

planning and community consultation on behalf of

Government.

As a ‘big-picture’ organisation, MITEZ provides

members the opportunity to discuss and agree on

collaborative regional responses to many of the

important issues affecting the region. Members are

invited to present their ideas and feedback and to

discuss these with other members whose experience

and local knowledge is valuable in guiding MITEZ’s

goals and future direction.

With challenges facing the Mount Isa to Townsville

corridor such as transport, energy and water which

are all vital to enable growth and new opportunities

for industry and communities, our chances of success

are far greater if we are seen to be working together

as one.

With the support of our local governments and

corporate members MITEZ will continue to work with

and for and you to achieve greater outcomes towards

meeting these challenges head on during 2017-18

and beyond.

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MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERSHIP

A MITEZ Local Government Membership is an opportunity for Councils to invest in their region’s sustainable

future supported by the Queensland Government.

CORPORATE & SUPPORTER MEMBERSHIP

MITEZ values the support of its Corporate Members and Supporters. This support represents an investment

into the common short and long term goals of the region as well as the Councils and Local Government Areas

along the Mount Isa to Townsville corridor.

By partnering with MITEZ, Corporate Members and Supporters have the opportunity to provide input

and feedback toward strategic regional planning and present collective strength and unity.

These contributions are essential for supporting the operations and administration of regional development

organisations such as MITEZ.

ORGANISATIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Organisational Membership is suitable for organisations looking to help facilitate the growth of our region’s

economy by investing in MITEZ.

As a member, organisations will be given the opportunity to provide their input and feedback into regional

development initiatives.

NOMINATION

To become a Member of MITEZ, all organisations must be nominated and seconded to by another

MITEZ member. Prospective members applications are then presented to the Executive Committee for

approval.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT MEMBERSHIP

A MITEZ Local Government Membership is an opportunity for Councils and Shires to invest in their region’s

sustainable future supported by the Queensland Government.

Local Government Members are entitled to ALL MITEZ member benefits and are invited to submit projects

for lobbying and support.

FOUNDATION- $20,000

CORRIDOR SHIRE- $10,000

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CORPORATE & SUPPORTER MEMBERSHIP

PLATINUM- $20,000

MEMBERSHIP

▪ Recognition as a MITEZ Platinum Corporate Member for 12 months

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback toward strategic regional planning and present collective

strength and unity

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback into regional development initiatives

▪ Inclusion on outgoing MITEZ membership email correspondence including copies of meeting minutes

and important updates

▪ Invitation to nominate for annual committee positions

▪ Opportunity to submit suitable projects for the MITEZ Special Projects Fund. A new MITEZ funding

initiative aimed at assisting small projects across the MITEZ corridor that develop and strengthen the

regional economy. Note- guidelines, application processes and funding rounds apply

▪ Opportunity to vote on and move important meeting motions

MARKETING & PR

▪ Logo recognition on official MITEZ email correspondence

▪ Logo recognition on official MITEZ correspondence (where suitable)

▪ Prominent logo recognition on the MITEZ website

▪ Prominent logo recognition on the annual MITEZ

▪ Membership Prospectus distributed to all Councils, key development bodies, government

organisations and corporate entities across the MITEZ corridor

▪ Prominent logo recognition on the quarterly MITEZ e-Newsletter

▪ Opportunity to display 1 x corporate pull up banner at quarterly MITEZ meetings and the annual

general meeting

▪ Opportunity to distribute bulletins to the MITEZ membership (at the discretion of the MITEZ CEO)

CORPORATE HOSPITATLITY & NETWORKING

▪ Invitation to quarterly MITEZ meetings and the annual general meeting for up to 4 corporate

representatives

▪ Opportunity to address the MITEZ membership and its guests at MITEZ meetings on key corporate

developments or happenings directly affecting the MITEZ corridor (subject to agenda availability and

MITEZ approval of a presentation brief)

CUSTOM PLAQUE

▪ A customised plaque recognising Platinum Corporate Membership status

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GOLD- $15,000

MEMBERSHIP

▪ Recognition as a MITEZ Gold Corporate Member for 12 months

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback toward strategic regional planning and present collective

strength and unity

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback into regional development initiatives

▪ Inclusion on outgoing MITEZ membership email correspondence including copies of meeting minutes

and important updates

▪ Invitation to nominate for annual committee positions

▪ Opportunity to vote on and move important meeting motions

▪ Opportunity to submit suitable projects for the MITEZ Special Projects Fund. A new MITEZ funding

initiative aimed at assisting small projects across the MITEZ corridor that develop and strengthen the

regional economy. Note- guidelines, application processes and funding rounds apply

MARKETING & PR

▪ Logo recognition on the MITEZ website

▪ Logo recognition on the annual MITEZ Membership Prospectus distributed to all Councils, key

development bodies, government organisations and corporate entities across the MITEZ corridor

▪ Logo recognition on the quarterly MITEZ e-Newsletter

▪ Opportunity to display 1 x corporate pull up banner at the MITEZ annual general meeting

▪ Opportunity to distribute bulletins to the MITEZ membership (at the discretion of the MITEZ CEO)

CORPORATE HOSPITATLITY & NETWORKING

▪ Invitation to quarterly MITEZ meetings and the annual general meeting for up to 3 corporate

representatives

▪ Opportunity to address the MITEZ membership and its guests at MITEZ meetings on key corporate

developments or happenings directly affecting the MITEZ corridor (subject to agenda availability and

MITEZ approval of a presentation brief)

CUSTOM PLAQUE

▪ A customised plaque recognising Gold

Corporate Membership status

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SILVER- $7,500

MEMBERSHIP

▪ Recognition as a MITEZ Silver Corporate Member for 12 months

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback toward strategic regional planning and present collective

strength and unity

▪ Opportunity to provide input and feedback into regional development initiatives

▪ Inclusion on outgoing MITEZ membership email correspondence including copies of meeting minutes

and important updates

▪ invitation to nominate for annual committee positions

▪ Opportunity to vote on and move important meeting motions

MARKETING & PR

▪ Logo recognition on the MITEZ website

▪ Logo recognition on the annual MITEZ Membership Prospectus distributed to all Councils, key

development bodies, government organisations and corporate entities across the MITEZ corridor

▪ Logo recognition on the quarterly MITEZ e-Newsletter

CORPORATE HOSPITATLITY & NETWORKING

▪ Invitation to quarterly MITEZ meetings and the annual general meeting for up to 2 corporate

representatives

▪ Opportunity to address the MITEZ membership and its guests at MITEZ meetings on key corporate

developments or happenings directly affecting the MITEZ corridor (subject to agenda availability and

MITEZ approval of a presentation brief)

CUSTOM PLAQUE

▪ A customised plaque recognising Silver Corporate Membership status

SUPPORTER

Tailored packages can be developed to suit supporter’s individual requirements.

ORGANISATIONAL MEMBERSHIP Organisational Membership is suitable for organisations looking to help facilitate the growth of our region’s

economy by investing in MITEZ.

As a member, organisations will be given the opportunity to provide their input and feedback into regional

development initiatives at general meetings for 1 representative.

▪ Voting- $5,000

▪ Non-Voting- $1,500

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AN INVESTMENT

Your investment is backed with funding received from the Queensland State Government to undertake

strategic projects such as feasibility studies and for implementing regional development strategies. Examining

the viability of ideas and concepts identified by MITEZ members through our reports and studies is important

in influencing decision making and securing major infrastructure for our region.

Your investment is also used to support the organisation’s staffing, administration costs and other resources necessary to undertake the work of MITEZ to represent members, businesses and our communities in the development and expansion of our region. It allows MITEZ to advocate for its members to critical issues through proactive campaigns, media engagement and lobbying at various levels. The power of MITEZ is the collective strength we have through our members and partnerships and that unity is able to accelerate the growth of our region and ensure a bright and prosperous future for the Mount Isa to Townsville Economic Zone.

MITEZ MEMBERS

CONTACT US Mount Isa to Townsville Economic Development Zone Inc. PO BOX 1258 MOUNT ISA QLD 4825 Telephone: 07 4743 3488 Email: ceo@mitez.com.au Web: www.mitez.com.au

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MITEZ MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Current MITEZ Members do not need to reapply.

To become a new MITEZ Member, please complete this form and forward to MITEZ Inc., PO Box 1258, Mount

Isa QLD 4825. All new organisations must be nominated and seconded to become a MITEZ member.

Company Name:

Application Date: _ABN:

Postal Address: _City: State: Postcode:

Street Address: City State: Postcode:

CONTACT DETAILS

Primary Contact Person: Position:

Contract No: Mobile:

Email:

Secondary Contact Person: Position:

Contact No: Mobile:

Email:

MEMBERSHIP SCHEDULE Category

Annual Contribution (excl. GST)

□ Local Government

Foundation $20,000

□ Corridor Shire $10,000

□ Corporate Members

Platinum $20,000

□ Gold $15,000 □ Silver $7,500

□ Organisations Voting $5,000

□ Non-Voting $1,500

PAYMENT DETAILS

□ EFT: Please contact MITEZ for Bank Account Information

□ CHEQUE: Please make cheque payable to MITEZ Inc. and attached to application form

NOMINATION

Nominated By: Signature: Date:

Seconded By: Signature: Date:

DECLARATION

I have read, understood and agree to the Conditions of Membership as outlined in the MITEZ Constitution.

Name: Signature: Date: