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Battle of Brisbane to officially be Australia’s biggest ever bout
Minister for Tourism and Major Events Kate Jones said the Battle of Brisbane has officially become the biggest fight in Australia’s history after ticket sales hit the 40,000-seat mark this week.
Student entrepreneurs getting their startup off the ground
The Palaszczuk Government will work with Texas-based entrepreneurial experts 3 Day Startup (3DS) to provide university students on the Gold Coast, Rockhampton and Townsville with better opportunities to progress their startup ideas.
Millions invested taking Queensland education & training to the world
Six new projects will share in $1.2 million funding from the Palaszczuk Government’s new $6 million IET Partnership Fund to promote Queensland’s international education and training (IET) industry.
Queensland lights up for National Reconciliation Week
Queensland landmarks are lighting up for National Reconciliation Week until June 3.
Queensland jobs, investment and royalties boost from new resource policy
The Palaszczuk Government has unveiled a development policy that will deliver the best deal for Queenslanders and opens up the state to more jobs, more investment and more royalties.
Qld Government tracking success of innovative startup
Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy Leeanne Enoch today (Saturday) applauded the entrepreneurial thinking behind a device poised to become a global business helping people with special needs live independently.
Qld Government commemorates 50 years since 1967 Referendum
Minister for Innovation, Science and the Digital Economy Leeanne Enoch today (Saturday) took part in a special community day commemorating a major milestone in Australian and Indigenous history.
Statement from the Deputy Premier and Minister for Transport Jackie Trad
Last year, the government received advice that there were outstanding issues with the signalling system developed for the Moreton Bay Rail Link.
Safety improvement works on Barkly Highway
A $3.1 million project to improve safety on four Barkly Highway intersections has begun this week as part of a fast-tracked $140 million road safety and road network renewal works package.
North Queensland companies called to tender for Kirwan State High School works
The Queensland Government has called on eligible North Queensland companies to tender for the construction of a new multi-purpose hall at Kirwan State High School.
Final full-year report signals new era for Mental Health in Queensland
Health and Ambulance Services Minister Cameron Dick today welcomed the tabling of the Report of the Director of Mental Health under the Mental Health Act 2000.
New state-of-the-art counter-terrorism facility for Queensland
The Palaszczuk Government will invest $46.7 million over three years for a world-class use of force, weapons and counter-terrorism facility at Wacol for the Queensland Police.
Statement by Minister for Child Safety Shannon Fentiman
My heart breaks for the family and friends of this little girl.
Marvel: Creating The Cinematic Universe opens at GOMA
Visitors can see some of the world’s most-loved superheroes come to life in an exclusive exhibition featuring hundreds of Marvel costumes, props and artworks at Queensland’s Gallery of Modern Art.
Queensland Regions get early access to the NDIS
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Exploring digital technologies roadshow rolls on in Qld
The Cairns community will have a chance to get hands-on with some of the latest technology in a series of events on Wednesday (31 May) - with the digital roadshow rolling on to Longreach, Mount Isa and Bundaberg in coming weeks.
Tenders called for fencing repairs after TC Debbie
The Palaszczuk Government is calling for Central Queensland businesses to replace and repair fencing in the Connors River region between Mackay and Rockhampton.
Mackay companies called to tender for refurbishment works at Mackay West State School
The Palaszczuk Government has called on eligible Central Queensland companies to tender for classroom refurbishment works at Mackay West State School.
Far North Queensland companies called to be part of $200 million school works
The Palaszczuk Government has called on eligible Far North Queensland companies to tender for projects that will deliver new and upgraded school halls and sporting infrastructure at four local schools.
North Queensland companies called to be part of $200 million school works
The Palaszczuk Government has called on eligible North Queensland companies to tender for works to extend and upgrade the Bohlevale State School hall.
Darling Downs companies called to be part of $200 million school works
The Palaszczuk Government has called on eligible Darling Downs companies to tender for an upgrade to outdoor sports courts at Lockyer District State High School.
Premier welcomes Commonwealth Bank donation to Debbie recovery
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has welcomed Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s donation of $100,000 and an additional $38,000 from its customers to help cyclone and flood-affected residents and communities.
New Police Powers to ensure safe Commonwealth Games passed in Queensland Parliament
Laws aimed at giving police greater powers to keep the public safe during the Commonwealth Games have been passed by the Palaszczuk Government today.
Drought status revoked for Central Highlands and Woorabinda
Acting Agriculture Minister Dr Anthony Lynham has accepted the recommendations of local drought committees to revoke the drought declaration for Central Highlands Regional Council and Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council effective today.
Fibre Transforms Outback
A $16.5 million fibre optic revolution is boosting internet speeds in two outback Queensland shire council areas.
Economic plan supporting regional jobs
Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment, Curtis Pitt, says the coming State Budget will continue efforts to tackle regional and youth unemployment.
20th Anniversary of Bringing them Home
A minute’s silence has been observed on the Speaker’s Green of Parliament in support of the Stolen Generations on the 20th anniversary of the Bringing them Home report.
Queensland set to host world first Drones congress
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk today announced Brisbane would host the world’s first Asia-Pacific congress on drone technologies in August.
Mandatory labour hire licensing scheme introduced
A Bill to create a mandatory labour hire licensing scheme has been introduced to Parliament today to address the growing exploitation and mistreatment of vulnerable workers.
Dog Breeder Register to help uncover unethical puppy farms
From tomorrow the owner of any dog that has a litter will have to register the puppies as Queensland’s new Dog Breeder Register goes live to help stamp out unethical puppy farms.