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Education Minister Grace Grace and Transport Minister Mark Bailey have directed their departments to issue urgent advice to educators and bus operators about the safety of children on buses.
New website makes it easier to grow and expand agribusinesses
The Palaszczuk Government is making it easier for agribusinesses to grow and expand with the launch of a new website.
Spit master plan implementation bill passed
The Implementation of The Spit Master Plan Bill 2019 passed in Queensland Parliament today, unlocking up to 1800 jobs for the Gold Coast
QBuild doubles down with second jobs intake
Jobs ads are open for another 40 frontline tradies to join the iconic government construction arm, QBuild, on the same day the Palaszczuk Government welcomes 20 new apprentices at a formal reception in Parliament House.
Cairns Marine Precinct push to secure Australian Navy operations
The Morrison Government needs to immediately confirm its plans for the Cairns Marine Precinct, following the identification of Cairns as one of three Regional Maintenance Centres for the Australian Navy.
Far North MPs secure special Regional Cabinet meeting for Cairns
The Premier has today announced she will be taking her Cabinet to Cairns to continue the government’s focus on building the jobs and infrastructure for the future Tropical North.
Sunshine Coast dams send water south
Sunshine Coast dams will start supplementing Brisbane’s water supply from this week following the recent rainfall.
Report shows rapid growth in Queensland aquaculture jobs
The Palaszczuk Government’s commitment to grow the aquaculture industry is paying dividends, with an increase in production and jobs for the sector.
Funding for Queensland schools to combat cyberbullying
The Palaszczuk Government will throw $1 million behind an initiative to help families and schools deal with cyber-bullying.
Agreement on future of Longreach agricultural training college
A major employment, training and regional development organisation with almost three decades of experience promoting sustainable growth in Central Western Queensland will sign an agreement to occupy the former Longreach campus of the Queensland Agricultural Training College.
Electricity projects support jobs, growth for the Wide Bay
About $37 million worth of electrical infrastructure, supporting 95 jobs, is underway in the Wide Bay to support the region’s future growth.
New hi-tech facility puts Cairns on the cutting edge of energy
A world-class research and development hub planned for Cairns will support up to 70 jobs and help shape the future of energy in Queensland.
Grants open for Queensland’s first small business month in May
Queensland will celebrate its first Small Business Month in May with $200,000 in grants up for grabs to host events.
Queensland bushfire communities left gutted by Prime Minister’s decision
The Palaszczuk Government has condemned Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s failure to extend $1 million bushfire recovery grants to an additional nine Queensland bushfire impacted communities.
Gold Coast Recreation Centre rides wave of new facilities and access
The Southern Gold Coast will reinforce its reputation for delivering unforgettable sport, recreation and camp experiences to Queensland school kids, locals, and athletes alike as the Palaszczuk Government invests in job generating infrastructure at the Gold Coast Recreation Centr ...
$27.25 Million Coronavirus Aid Package
Queensland business owners hit hard by the coronavirus will share in more than $27 million in State Government assistance.
Matilda Awards celebrate best of 2019 Queensland theatre
The best and brightest in Queensland performing arts have been recognised at the 2019 Matilda Awards at the Brisbane Powerhouse tonight.
MILVEHCOE production building constructed and ready for fit-out
The production building that will be the engine room of military vehicle manufacturing at Rheinmetall Defence Australia’s new headquarters in Redbank is finished and ready for fit-out.
New grants to upskill early childhood workforce
More than $2.4 million in new grants for the early childhood sector have been made available, in an effort by the Palaszczuk Government to further upskill workers in the industry.
Ipswich Motorway upgrade flips the switch
Drivers have had their first taste of the jointly-funded $400 million Ipswich Motorway upgrade, with a major traffic switch now complete.
Shark drumlines returned to beaches in Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Shark control equipment will be returned to waters within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from today to boost swimmer safety.
Shark drumlines returned to CQ beaches within Marine Park
Shark control equipment will be returned to Central Queensland waters within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from today (Monday) to boost swimmer safety.
Shark drumlines returned to Mackay beaches within Marine Park
Shark control equipment will be returned to Mackay waters within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from today (Monday) to boost swimmer safety.
Shark drumlines returned to NQ beaches within Marine Park
Shark control equipment will be returned to Magnetic Island waters within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from today (Monday) to boost swimmer safety.
Shark drumlines returned to FNQ beaches within Marine Park
Shark control equipment will be returned to Far North Queensland waters within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park from today (Monday) to boost swimmer safety.
$8 million plan to propel Queensland’s space industry into orbit
The Palaszczuk Government has today released the Queensland Space Industry Strategy 2020-2025, part of its plan to create even more jobs in more industries for Queenslanders.
Binna Burra sets sights on new future with $50,000 funding boost
A festival to celebrate the partial reopening of Binna Burra Lodge later this year has been given a $50,000 funding boost by the Palaszczuk Government.
Top school leavers announced
The next generation of Queensland doctors, veterinarians, space engineers and scientists have been honoured at a ceremony in Brisbane today.
Heavy fine for illegal crab haul
Two people have been fined a total of $53,000 in the Southport Magistrates Court after being found in possession of a large number of female and undersized crabs and undersized fish taken from Paradise Point.
Moreton Bay trawl fishers fined $10,000 over prohibited fish
A Moreton Bay commercial fisher and his deckhand who were caught with fish not permitted to be taken by the trawl fishery have been fined $10,000 by the courts.