CEQ is a remote retailer.
CEQ is more than essential.
CEQ is not-for-profit.
CEQ is a significant Indigenous employer.
CEQ is caring, every day, always.

Community Enterprise Queensland

Community Enterprise Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing essential goods and services to communities in the Torres Strait, Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) and remote Aboriginal communities.

We are responsible for the operation of 30 retail stores throughout these remote areas, providing access to quality fresh food, groceries and essential services like fuel, gas and ATM facilities.

Focus on Fresh

Sourcing the highest quality fruit & vegetables, meat & dairy for our communities

Not-for-profit

CEQ is a not-for-profit self-sustaining entity focused on re-investing back into communities

Local Employment

CEQ is a significant Indigenous employer, with 78% of our in-store team and managers identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Partnering with Community

CEQ is an active supporter of community events

Our Stores

With a range of retail offerings including supermarkets, fuel, gas, hardware, electrical appliances, homewares, furniture and clothing, CEQ offers communities much more than just essentials.

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COMMUNITY HOME & HARDWARE

Community Home & Hardware provide hardware, sporting & outdoors, Furniture, and other services.

IBIS

IBIS supermarkets provide fresh produce, meat, grocery and other essential services to the Torres Strait, NPA & Napranum.

ABIS

ABIS supermarkets provide fresh produce, meat, grocery and other essential services to remote Aboriginal communities.

T.I. Mitre 10

Thursday Island Mitre 10 is a hardware store, complete with a trade & retail section supplying the Torres Straits, NPA & Aboriginal communities.

Mona’s Bazaar

Mona’s is a vibrant clothing and gift shop on Thursday Island, offering tropical island clothing, jewelry, fabrics, haberdashery and souvenirs.

Col Jones

Col Jones is a department store on Thursday Island stocking household appliances, furniture, homewares, footwear, sporting goods and clothing.

Our People

CEQ employs over 400 people. We are family & pride ourselves on the cultural diversity within the organisation. Find out more about us and what it’s like to work for CEQ.

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Latest CEQ News

July 8, 2025

CEQ seeks next First Nations Nutrition Cadet following success of pioneering program

Not-for-profit remote store operator Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is now recruiting its next First Nations Nutrition Cadet – a unique ‘learn and earn’ opportunity designed to kickstart a career in health…

June 17, 2025

Fuel security boost for Masig and Iama Islands with major tank upgrades

Not-for-profit remote store operator Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) is significantly improving fuel security and supply capacity for two Torres Strait communities, with the installation of new high-capacity fuel tanks on…

June 10, 2025

CEQ celebrates frontline excellence at inaugural Managers Gathering

Not-for-profit remote store operator Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) has celebrated the passion, dedication, and achievements of its store leaders at its inaugural CEQ Managers Gathering, held on Nurupai (Horn Island)…

May 14, 2025

CEQ champions healthy start for First Nations infants with baby food range overhaul

Not-for-profit remote store operator Community Enterprise Queensland (CEQ) has reaffirmed its commitment to the health and wellbeing of children and families in remote First Nations communities, with a major update…