Professional investigations across regional, rural and remote Queensland.
Regional Queensland Investigations Pty Ltd provides discreet, lawful and evidence-based investigation services for private clients, lawyers, insurers, employers, businesses, local government and organisations.
Based in Mackay and operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, RQI is built for the practical realities of regional investigation work.

Queensland’s trusted regional investigation experts
RQI assists clients who need clear facts, independent evidence and practical investigative support. We are regularly engaged for sensitive matters where confidentiality, lawful process and accurate reporting are essential.
Our work includes workplace investigations, surveillance, corporate investigations, insurance claim investigations, factual enquiries, local government matters, serious misconduct investigations and private client investigations.
We understand that many clients come to us when the issue is urgent, reputationally risky, emotionally difficult or difficult to manage internally. RQI’s role is to assess the matter carefully, establish the facts and report clearly.
Why clients choose RQI
Investigation work requires more than a website and a phone number. Clients need a firm that is licensed, experienced, discreet and capable of producing useful evidence.
- Queensland Security Firm Licence No: 4769679.
- Northern Territory Inquiry Agency Licence No: LIA1213.
- Regional Queensland-based and on the ground.
- Professional, confidential and evidence-based approach.
- Experience with legal, corporate, government and private matters.
- Clear reporting for clients and decision-makers.
Investigation services
RQI provides professional investigation services across regional Queensland for private, legal, corporate, insurance, workplace and government-related matters.
Workplace investigations
Independent investigations into workplace complaints, misconduct, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, conflict of interest and serious staff concerns.
Workplace investigationsCorporate investigations
Evidence-based enquiries into fraud concerns, governance issues, internal misconduct, commercial disputes, conflicts of interest and organisational risk.
Corporate investigationsSurveillance
Lawful, discreet and professionally reported surveillance investigations for appropriate private, legal, workplace, insurance and corporate matters.
Surveillance investigationsInsurance investigations
Investigation support for insurers, claims managers and lawyers requiring factual enquiries, surveillance, field enquiries or claim-related evidence.
Insurance investigationsLocal government investigations
Independent investigations for councils and public sector bodies involving complaints, governance, administrative action and integrity matters.
Local government investigationsPrivate client matters
Discreet private investigations where there is a lawful purpose and the matter requires careful handling, evidence gathering and clear advice.
Private investigators QueenslandBuilt for regional Queensland
Regional investigations are different. Distances are greater, communities are closer, and operational decisions often need to account for travel, weather, rosters, terrain, local relationships, industry conditions and confidentiality risks.
RQI is not a Brisbane or Gold Coast firm simply advertising “Queensland-wide” coverage. We are based in Mackay and regularly operate across regional, rural and remote Queensland.
Mackay and the Whitsundays
Investigation services across Mackay, Airlie Beach, Proserpine, Bowen, Sarina, Moranbah and surrounding areas.
Central Queensland
Field capability across Rockhampton, Gladstone, Emerald, Biloela, Blackwater, Yeppoon and nearby communities.
North Queensland
Investigation support across Townsville, Cairns, Innisfail, Atherton, Charters Towers and surrounding regions.
Western Queensland
Regional investigation support for Mount Isa, Longreach, Roma, Charleville and remote operational locations.
Darling Downs
Professional investigations across Toowoomba, Dalby, Warwick, Goondiwindi and nearby districts.
Northern Territory
RQI also holds a Northern Territory Inquiry Agency Licence and can assist with appropriate NT matters.
When should you engage an investigator?
Many matters become harder to manage when action is delayed. Evidence can be lost, accounts can change, conflict can escalate and options can narrow.
You should consider speaking with RQI where:
- A complaint or allegation needs independent review.
- There are competing accounts and unclear facts.
- Internal handling may create a conflict of interest.
- The issue involves misconduct, fraud, bullying, harassment or governance concerns.
- You require lawful surveillance or field enquiries.
- A lawyer, insurer, board, employer or decision-maker requires evidence.
- The matter is sensitive, urgent, reputationally risky or difficult to manage internally.
Who RQI assists
RQI works with clients who require discretion, professionalism and evidence capable of assisting real-world decisions.
Law firms
Investigation support for litigation, employment matters, insurance claims, factual enquiries, surveillance and evidence review.
Employers and HR
Independent support for workplace complaints, misconduct matters, bullying, harassment, conflict and organisational risk.
Businesses and boards
Corporate investigations involving fraud, governance concerns, conflicts of interest, commercial disputes and internal misconduct.
Insurers
Claims investigation support, surveillance, factual enquiries and regional field attendance for insurance-related matters.
Government and councils
Independent enquiries for local government, public sector, community organisations and statutory-related matters.
Private clients
Discreet assistance for personal matters where there is a lawful purpose and investigation support is appropriate.
Evidence-based investigation, not assumptions
RQI focuses on what can be established, corroborated and reported. We understand the difference between suspicion, allegation and proof.
Our reports are designed to assist clients, lawyers, insurers, employers, boards, councils and other decision-makers by setting out relevant background, methodology, evidence, observations, analysis and findings in a clear and professional way.
Why RQI stands apart
Clients choose RQI because we combine real investigative experience with practical regional knowledge, legal awareness, discretion and professional reporting.
Licensed and accountable
RQI operates as a licensed investigation firm with clear business details and professional accountability.
Regional capability
We understand regional Queensland’s roads, towns, industries, rosters, communities and confidentiality risks.
Discreet handling
Sensitive matters are handled carefully, with communication limited to authorised clients and representatives.
Clear reporting
Our reports are structured to assist practical decision-making, not just fill pages.
Lawful process
Every matter is assessed for lawful purpose, scope, proportionality and evidentiary value.
On-the-ground work
RQI can attend regional, rural and remote locations where physical presence and practical judgement matter.
Start with the right page
Explore the most relevant RQI page for your matter, or contact us directly if you are unsure where to start.
Need clear facts before making your next decision?
If you require a trusted private investigator anywhere in regional Queensland, RQI is available to assist with discreet, lawful and evidence-based investigations.
We provide on-the-ground investigations across regional, rural and remote Queensland.
Prefer to send details first? Complete our Contact Form or book a confidential investigator consultation.
QLD Security Firm Licence No: 4769679 | NT Inquiry Agency Licence No: LIA1213















