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Motorists get sneak preview of next major Sunshine Coast road upgrade
Motorists have received a preview of the next major Sunshine Coast upgrade on the Bruce Highway at Forest Glen, with animated concepts showing how the upgraded highway interchanges at Maroochydore Road and Mons Road will work after a $301.25 million overhaul.
Qld COVID-19 – Mon Jun 1: Tourism, travel boost / no new cases for four days
Tourism regions throughout the state will benefit from the Stage 2 easing of restrictions, with no new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Queensland for the fourth day in a row.
Attorney-General thanks outgoing Public Guardian
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath has thanked Queensland’s outgoing Public Guardian for her four years of service.
Preparations well and truly under way ahead of 2020 bushfire season
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is getting ready for Bushfire Season with preparations under way across the state.
Gold Coast tourism operators to benefit from easing of restrictions
Tourism Minister Kate Jones and Destination Gold Coast boss Paul Donovan have today met with operators on the Gold Coast to discuss the benefits of lifting restrictions throughout Queensland.
Applications open for cyclone upgrades on coastal homes
Queensland homeowners will be able to cyclone proof their homes through the Household Resilience Program, with applications opening today under Phase 2 of the Program.
Roadmap eases restrictions for Queensland’s remote communities
The Queensland Government has worked with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership in remote communities to agree on a three-stage plan to safely ease restrictions in Federal Government-designated biosecurity areas.
Major easing of restrictions will open Queensland for Queenslanders
Queenslanders will be able to undertake unlimited travel including overnight stays throughout the entire state from midday tomorrow (June 1) in a major easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
Prepared for fire season
More than 22,000 or 82 per cent of Queensland Fire and Emergency Services personnel have now applied for a Blue Card, with the number climbing weekly.
Palaszczuk Government boosts support for Queensland small and medium businesses
Queensland is the first state to set a target to do business with more local Queensland small and medium sized businesses (SMEs).
Largest ever group of new officers boost QCS ranks
The Queensland Corrective Services Academy is hosting its largest ever group of trainees this week, thanks to the Palaszczuk Government’s bold agenda to boost jobs in Queensland.
Senior miners join board
Four senior miners with more than 70 combined years of experience have joined the body that sets and maintains the standards for important safety roles in Queensland’s mines.
86 police recruits celebrate their graduation in Oxley
Minister for Police Mark Ryan and Commissioner Katarina Carroll today joined in welcoming 86 graduating recruits who have officially joined the Queensland Police Service.
Horse owners reminded to vaccinate against Hendra virus
The onset of colder weather is a timely reminder for horse owners to make sure their livestock is vaccinated against Hendra virus infection.
New Queensland study to shed light on black jewfish population
Queensland Government scientists will assess the population biology of black jewfish in a new research project to better understand stocks and manage the species.
Independent investigation into child neglect
The Minister for Child Safety Di Farmer today announced an independent investigation into the alleged neglect of three children this week in Brisbane.
Doors open for seniors following the latest health advice
Older Queenslanders can now leave their homes to reconnect with family, friends and their communities following the latest expert COVID-19 health advice.
Disaster preparedness goes mobile in Townsville
A Townsville-based online and print disaster management directory has been given a facelift for better mobile phone functionality to make accessing important information even easier for local residents.
North Queensland barramundi farm to triple production, support regional jobs
A North Queensland barramundi farm will produce a million fish a year through an intensive fish nursery and support more than 20 new regional jobs with a funding boost from the Palaszczuk Government.
Early works take off on Toowoomba’s new regional trade centre
State Development Minister Kate Jones has today announced the Wagner Corporation has finalised details ahead of construction on the Regional Trade Distribution Centre (RTDC) being delivered by the Palaszczuk Government at Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport.
Southern Downs abattoir infrastructure upgrade creates 16 new jobs
A Southern Downs abattoir facility will repurpose cattle hides and create up to 16 regional jobs with a funding boost from the Palaszczuk Government.
First Nations business owners help stop Coronavirus spread
Queensland’s business community — including First Nations business owners — is working with the Queensland Government to stop the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Vulnerable Persons Unit launched in Townsville
Member for Thuringowa Aaron Harper and Townsville District Officer Chief Superintendent Craig Hanlon today officially introduced the Townsville Vulnerable Persons Unit (VPU).
Last chance to Get Involved and have your say on DFV
Queenslanders are being asked to jump online and have their say in the Palaszczuk Government’s Get Involved survey on domestic and family violence before it closes tomorrow (May 29).
Qld COVID-19 – Thu May 28: More testing urged
More Queenslanders have been strongly encouraged to be tested for COVID-19, with no new cases confirmed and the number of active cases now in single figures.
Commonwealth funding boost to address domestic and family violence during COVID-19
The Palaszczuk Government has welcomed $5 million in Commonwealth funding to help address domestic and family violence (DFV) during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding for organic poultry farm boosts local employment opportunities
An Inglewood organic poultry producer will enhance sustainable growth within the organic poultry industry by overcoming supply chain issues and creating up to eight regional jobs with a funding boost from the Palaszczuk Government.
Major funding boost for First Nations COVID-19 response
The Palaszczuk Government has made more than $21 million available to support the health and wellbeing of First Nations Queenslanders and communities during COVID-19.
Small Business commissioner office now open
Queensland’s Small Business Champion, Maree Adshead, will take on the new role of Small Business Commissioner until the end of 2020 to help the sector recover from the impact of COVID-19.
Palaszczuk Government funding has Rocky manufacturer ready to spring back from Covid-19
A Palaszczuk Government grant has helped a North Rockhampton manufacturer spring back into action after COVID-19 interrupted its export trade.