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Young people on the right track to helping Logan’s homeless
Young offenders in Logan are giving back and supporting those homeless in the city through a partnership with a community garden and local support providers.
Netball strikes historic partnership for Queensland sport
More Queenslanders will get the opportunity to be active under a new Queensland Government partnership with Netball Queensland.
$7.1 million Ripley Valley infrastructure agreement to support more jobs
More roads and bridges will be built in the Ripley Valley Priority Development Area (PDA) with the Palaszczuk Government overseeing the signing of a $7.1 million infrastructure agreement for one of Queensland’s boom growth areas.
Horticultural jobs to blossom in Darling Downs with Inglewood produce centre
A new $1.2 million produce service centre at Inglewood will create more horticultural jobs in the Darling Downs, supported by the Palaszczuk Government’s $175 million Jobs and Regional Growth Fund.
Palaszczuk Government supporting Southern Downs beef jobs growth
An expansion project to create 155 long-term jobs at John Dee’s meat processing facility at Warwick and beef feedlot at Inglewood is being backed by the Palaszczuk Government’s $175 million Jobs and Regional Growth Fund.
Emergency Management Levy change delivers for craft brewers
The Queensland Government has introduced new classifications to the Queensland Emergency Management Levy, ensuring craft brewers and distillers pay a lower rate than their larger counterparts.
Reconstruction starts on the Flinders Highway
Reconstruction works to flood-damaged sections of the Flinders Highway have begun.
Palaszczuk Government vows to back Bundaberg shark control measures
The Palaszczuk Government has vowed to back its Shark Control Program measures in the Bundaberg region.
Palaszczuk Government vows to back Sunshine Coast shark control measures
The Palaszczuk Government has vowed to back its Shark Control Program measures on the Sunshine Coast.
Palaszczuk Government vows to back Gold Coast shark control measures
The Palaszczuk Government has vowed to back its Shark Control Program measures on the Gold Coast.
Queensland resilience leaders recognised at state awards
Eight resilience projects that have helped Queensland communities better prepare for natural disasters and emergencies have been recognised at the 2019 Get Ready Queensland Resilient Australia Awards.
Young Queenslanders highlight farm safety messages
The works of a dozen talented Queensland primary school students will once again showcase important farm safety messages in a colourful calendar that’s become a must-have household favourite.
Jobs and training on offer to Binna Burra staff
More than 50 displaced Binna Burra Lodge employees attended the workers transition session yesterday in Beechmont with employment agencies and tourism employers.
Queensland’s strong job creation continues
Full-time employment in Queensland rose by 49,100 over the year to August 2019, according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics today.
More funding for graziers as Reef protection laws pass
The Palaszczuk Government has announced $5.72 million to support graziers, furthering the Government’s support for the agricultural sector.
Christmas Eve part-day public holiday plans to proceed
The Palaszczuk Government has introduced legislation to establish a part-day public holiday for six hours from 6pm on Christmas Eve, starting this year.
Shark nets removed from Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Shark nets are being removed from the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park after a Federal Court decision backed major changes to the Federal Government’s permit allowing Queensland to operate its Shark Control Program.
2019 Safe Work and Return to Work Awards finalists announced
Next month’s Safe Work and Return to Work Awards ceremony in Brisbane will showcase Queensland’s best work health and safety, rehabilitation and return to work champions.
Dam upgrade delivers local jobs, water security for CQ
A $170 million project is two-thirds complete at Emerald’s Fairbairn Dam, providing more than 100 jobs and ensuring a reliable, long-term water supply for the region.
Ensuring safety of first responders is paramount
The Palaszczuk Government is introducing new laws to ensure the safety of front- line emergency service workers and the broader community.
Big data to crunch the numbers on road safety
A dedicated data team has been created by the Palaszczuk Government to support its efforts to reduce Queensland’s road toll.
North Queensland Country Club and Equestrian Centre clears new milestone
The proposed North Queensland Country Club Resort and Equestrian Centre near Townsville has edged ahead, with final terms of reference for the project’s environmental impact statement (EIS) released today.
Tradie Register to protect homeowners rebuilding after bushfires
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has urged home and property owners affected by bushfires to protect themselves and their family during rebuilding works by using a licensed contractor.
Queensland business and community sectors say Not Now, Not Ever, Together
Queensland’s business and community sectors have pledged to use their immense reach and influence to join the fight against domestic and family violence at an Australian first forum hosted by the Palaszczuk Government.
Update adds more features to online veterans’ portal
A dedicated online veterans’ portal set up by the Palaszczuk Government late last year has been updated with more features and greater functionality, following consultation with veterans and support groups.
Strong action against domestic and family violence continues in Queensland
Queensland’s nation-leading efforts to eliminate domestic and family violence continue with the release today of the Palaszczuk Government’s Third Action Plan of the Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Strategy 2016-2026.
Australia’s premier screen conference returns to the Gold Coast
Australia’s premier event for screen industry professionals, SCREEN FOREVER, will return to the Gold Coast in November 2020, with the Queensland Government and City of Gold Coast securing a deal to host the conference for the next three years.
Palaszczuk Government backs the bush in Year of Outback Tourism
Visitors will have 15 more reasons to make tracks through the Queensland Outback with the second round of the Year of Outback Tourism Events Program announced in Parliament today.
Spring Break brings another road safety school holiday reminder
With spring school holidays comes an extra volume of Queensland road users getting behind the wheel.
EOIs open for Roma student nurse accommodation
Queensland building contractors are invited to submit expressions of interest to develop the Palaszczuk Government’s $5.95 million student nurse accommodation precinct at the new Roma Hospital.