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Foster and kinship carers recognised for commitment
Foster and kinship carers from across the state are being recognised for their incredible commitment to some of the state’s most vulnerable children as Foster and Kinship Carer Week (21-28 April) kicks off in Queensland.
Minister congratulates Commissioner for blazing a new trail as Queensland’s top law enforcer
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services Minister Craig Crawford has congratulated QFES Commissioner Katarina Carroll on her appointment as the State’s top police officer.
Disaster assistance extended to Douglas Shire after TC Trevor
Disaster assistance is now available for Douglas Shire Council following Severe Tropical Cyclone Trevor.
Katarina Carroll appointed Queensland Police Commissioner
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced Katarina Carroll is Queensland’s new Police Commissioner.
TransLink is coming to Townsville
Townsville commuters will soon have access to a new-and-improved bus timetable as well as an online journey planner and 24-hour public transport hotline when the Palaszczuk Government’s TransLink service launches in the city next month.
Additional public transport services for Anzac Day
TransLink will offer additional morning services this Anzac Day to help patrons pay their respects to Australia's servicemen and women, past and present.
‘Preferred tenderer’ a major milestone for Queen’s Wharf
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the appointment of Multiplex, as the “preferred tenderer” for Queen’s Wharf Brisbane was a major milestone for Queensland’s tourism industry.
Gold Coast’s Bleach* Festival set to attract largest crowd ever
The Gold Coast’s iconic Bleach* Festival will attract its biggest ever crowd in 2019, with the legacy of the Commonwealth Games helping to boost the profile of the event among interstate visitors.
Queensland continues to reach domestic tourism highs
As Queensland tourism operators capitalised on a bumper Easter break, new data showed a record number of domestic visitors spent more than ever before in 2018.
Statement from Natural Resources Minister re: EAA purchases
The Queensland Government expressed its support of a potential purchase of EAA properties in 2015, acknowledging that it represented a significant opportunity to make substantial progress towards achieving water recovery targets.
Important road safety lessons as school returns
Motorists are being reminded to slow down in school zones and be aware of children crossing roads as Queensland students return to class this week.
Protecting Queensland unique biodiversity this Earth Day
The Palaszczuk Government recognises the vital work needed to help protect the wildlife and natural environments that are unique to Queensland on Earth Day.
Minister announces action on dingo safety plan
Environment Minister Leeanne Enoch has fast tracked an action plan to immediately improve dingo safety on K’gari (Fraser Island).
New regional tourism and visitor attractions rush Premier's Year of Outback Tourism Events fund
The Palaszczuk Government's new $3 million grants scheme to help fund new or existing events, attractions and festivals right across the Outback and Queensland’s regions has been rushed.
Millions of Chinese card holders to use Queensland’s easy pay systems
Queensland will be one of the easiest places in the world for Chinese tourists to visit following a new marketing agreement just signed with global financial company UnionPay International.
Drive safely in Easter wet weather
Motorists across Queensland are being urged to drive to conditions as wet weather hits parts of the state this Easter long weekend.
It is now law – landholders to be reimbursed during negotiations
Queensland landholders can be reimbursed for out of pocket expenses incurred in negotiating conduct and compensation agreements with a resource company - as of today (April 19) - regardless of whether or not an agreement is reached.
Container refund scheme breaks 400 million mark
Queensland’s container refund scheme, Containers for Change, continues to exceed expectations, with figures showing more than 400 million containers have now been returned across Queensland since the scheme started.
Bilbies get new home just in time for Easter
The first group of endangered bilbies have hopped into their new home in Currawinya National Park just in time for Easter.
4,900 new jobs in Queensland
More than 192,000 Queenslanders have now found work since the Palaszczuk Government was elected, according to ABS Labour Force Data released today.
Concepts unveiled for northside park ‘n’ ride boost
The Palaszczuk Government unveiled new concept images for the Virginia and Geebung park ‘n’ ride upgrades.
Nominations extended for 2019 Multicultural Queensland Awards
Queenslanders who support and promote a united, harmonious and inclusive Queensland community are being encouraged to nominate for the 2019 Multicultural Queensland Awards.
Take care, slow down and enjoy the drive this Easter
Many Queenslanders will be looking forward to spending time with family and friends over the Easter long weekend, taking a break and perhaps visiting some of the many beautiful parts of our state.
Daintree National Park management plan released
A new management plan for the world’s oldest tropical rainforest will helpensure the cultural knowledge, connectedness and understanding of First Nations peoples remains protected and preserved for future generations.
Now is the best time for flu vaccination
Queensland’s Health Minister is urging Gold Coast residents to get their flu jabs as the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service braces for another flu season.
NASA – A Human Adventure takes one small step into the record books
Queensland Museum’s largest ever exhibition, NASA – A Human Adventure, is in orbit and already breaking records, Minister for the Arts and Minister for Science Leeanne Enoch has announced.
Have your say on sexual violence prevention
The Palaszczuk Government is calling on Queenslanders to have their say on how best to prevent sexual violence.
Queensland’s tourism industry braces for bumper Easter
New research shows Queensland’s tourism industry is about to enter one of its busiest annual holiday periods, bolstered this year with a series of public holidays.
Queensland celebrates World Heritage Day
World Heritage Day provides us an opportunity to recognise Queensland’s unique biodiversity and the efforts taken to continue to protect and conserve it.
Economic boost for regional QLD with $1b Winchester South project declared
A $1 billion metallurgical coal mining project in central Queensland’s Bowen Basin is a step closer to being realised after being declared a coordinated project by Queensland’s independent Coordinator-General.