Overview
Established in 2013, Cape York Timber (CYT) produces high-quality, sustainably sourced Australian hardwood and operates a commercial timber mill in Cooktown.
CYT sustainably and selectively harvests local hardwood species, including Darwin Stringybark, Melville Island Bloodwood and Cooktown Ironwood, producing architectural and structural timber products for residential construction.
The enterprise provides long-term employment and training pathways for local First Nations people while supporting Traditional Owners to pursue economic benefit from responsible land management.
CYT is working to build a sustainable and profitable Indigenous-owned and controlled business, with a 75 per cent Indigenous workforce.
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Indigenous men and women trained0m3
Harvested in 20240%
Total Indigenous workforce over the yearsWhy it Matters
Across Cape York, limited local jobs and industry pathways make it harder for families to build stable incomes close to home.
Cape York Timber responds by turning sustainably harvested local hardwood into employment, training and economic opportunity.
Through CYT, First Nations people can build skills, strengthen local economies and help lead industries connected to Country, culture and responsible land management.
What we are Doing
Cape York Timber is building a sustainable Indigenous-led timber enterprise that creates real jobs, training and industry pathways for local First Nations people.
Since operations commenced, CYT has employed and trained 49 Indigenous men and women, representing 73% of the workforce.
In 2025, CYT harvested 1,876 m³ of sustainably sourced hardwood, demonstrating strong operational capability.
This work strengthens local skills, household income and regional economic participation.
Contact information
If you would like to engage with Cape York Timber, you can contact us through the channels below.
6 Ferrari St, Cooktown QLD 4895
(07) 4046 0600
info@cyp.org.au
