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Calls for local Indigenous groups to joint fight against youth crime
Local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups can join the fight against youth crime, with tender applications now open for funding to deliver cultural mentoring in Townsville.
Christensen and Prime Minister should just back Labor’s bill to protect penalty rates
Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace has called on the Prime Minister to protect penalty rates and support Federal Labor’s bill.
200,000 seniors get on board with transport savings
200,000 seniors get on board with transport savings
Action continues to tackle black lung disease
Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Dr Anthony Lynham today welcomed the Parliamentary Select Committee report into coal workers’ pneumoconiosis.
Palaszczuk Government and QFES strategy to strengthen future of volunteering
Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan together with the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is seeking feedback on a new, long-term strategy to value, protect and develop its comprehensive volunteer network.
Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility
Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment, Curtis Pitt, says Queensland continues to support the Northern Australia policy and NAIF which have the potential to develop new industries and new jobs in our state.
World-class entrepreneurs bring expertise to regional Qld
World-class entrepreneurs are set to visit Queensland regions as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s drive to boost the expertise of regional startups.
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.