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Racing Inquiry Commissioner appointed
The Honourable Justice Margaret White has been appointed as Commissioner of the Racing Inquiry.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural dates recognised
Queenslanders are encouraged to commemorate and celebrate three significant dates during May and June in recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
New funding for affordable housing across the State
The Newman Government is calling for proposals for new funding available under the National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS) to increase the supply of affordable rental dwellings and focussing specifically on areas across Queensland where the renewal of public housing is a prio ...
Brisbane’s Winter Racing Carnival holds national spotlight
One of the major race days of the year will kick off this Saturday, with the Doomben 10,000 marking the half-way point in the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival.
Rocket launcher among weapons seized during amnesty
A rocket launcher, World War II flamethrower, tasers, crossbows and other WWII firearms and replicas are among weapons surrendered as a part of the three month firearms amnesty held earlier this year.
Flood affected regional events receive financial boost
Special financial support packages will help reschedule regional events affected by floods earlier this year.
New tourism campaign promotes – ‘Where great begins’
A new marketing initiative promoting the beauty and accessibility of the Southern Great Barrier Reef will roll out this month to entice more south east Queenslanders to the region.
Fee restructure offers simpler compliance for industry
Queensland’s rapidly-growing petroleum and gas industry is being asked for its views on a new fee structure that aims to make compliance simpler, and provide a stable funding base to deliver critical safety and health functions.
Big chunk bitten out of dental waiting lists
The Newman Government has slashed the number of patients waiting longer than two years for a routine dental check by more than 4,000 in less than three months.
$89 million manufacturing expansion to spur construction growth
Building product industry giant James Hardie Industries today announced an $89 million expansion in South East Queensland in a major boost to one of state’s economic pillars.
2013 Seqwater Flood Reports available for the public online
The Newman Government today announced the release of four reports into flood events in south east Queensland in January and February of 2013.
Check up on health of Moreton Bay turtles
Environment Minister Andrew Powell marked World Turtle Day by joining marine scientists as they conducted their annual health checks on Moreton Bay’s turtles.
Literacy pilot for refugee families in Queensland
Arts Minister Ian Walker today announced a State Library of Queensland pilot literacy program for newly-arrived refugee and migrant families in regional areas.
Changes slash red tape for community events
The Newman Government has passed new laws to make it easier for community groups to hold events without the need to obtain liquor permits.
Queensland makes an offer to tourism investors
More than 100 international and domestic investors and financiers tonight converged on Brisbane to hear how the Newman Government is making it easier to do business in Queensland.
New electricity supply arrangements for Ergon
The Newman Government will implement new wholesale electricity supply arrangements for Ergon Energy’s retail load in Queensland.
Government set to revive tired CBD precinct
Queenslanders will be invited to put forward their vision for a tired and under-utilised area of Brisbane’s CBD, as the Newman Government takes the first steps to breathe new life into the government precinct.
Queensland Health returns to ‘business-as-usual’ for overpayments
An automated repayment system will be activated as part of the problematic health payroll as Queensland Health works to recover staff overpayments from July 2013.
Queensland accepts Abbott’s Gateway deal
The Newman Government will accept a deal to deliver an upgraded 12.3 kilometre section of the Gateway Motorway if the Federal Opposition is elected in September.
Friends of Parks can apply for grants
National Parks Minister Steve Dickson is offering volunteer groups across Queensland the chance to get involved in caring for Queensland’s national parks, with a new grants program opening today.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in south west Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding south west Queensland residents to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in south east Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding south east Queensland residents to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in north Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding north Queensland residents to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire on the north coast
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding residents on the north coast to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in far north Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding residents in far north Queensland to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in central Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding central Queensland residents to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in Brisbane
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding Brisbane residents to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Two step plan to survive a house fire in Queensland
As the winter months approach, Police and Community Safety Minister Jack Dempsey is reminding everyone to put safety first in what is traditionally the busiest time of the year for house fires.
Government review of retail shop lease laws
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Jarrod Bleijie is inviting Queenslanders to have their say on policy options for changes to the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994.
Land audit shows strong agricultural growth
Queensland’s niche market opportunities, unique climatic areas and production diversity will continue to drive the State’s strong future growth, according to the Queensland Agricultural Land Audit released last night.