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Segway trial extends to the Gold Coast
Policing on the Gold Coast will take another step into the 21st century with two Segways to be assigned to Broadbeach for officers to patrol the popular tourist strip.
AUDIO: Premier's media conference on Australia's Quarter Horse racing industry, Tuesday 11 March 2014 (US time)
AUDIO: Premier's media conference in Houston, Tuesday 11 March 2014 (US time)
Revitalising the international education and training sector
The State Government is calling for public input to help revitalise Queensland’s international education and training sector.
First drive for congestion-busting Geebung bridge
The new road overpass bridge at Geebung will open ahead of schedule, ensuring a safer journey for Northside motorists.
A helping hand for the peninsula’s homeless
Efforts to tackle homelessness in Redcliffe took another step forward today with the announcement of a new 20 bed supported accommodation facility on Henry Street.
Quarter horse racing set to gallop in Queensland
Houston: The Queensland Government has demolished long-established bureaucratic barriers to enable Australia’s first quarter horse racing industry to be established in Queensland.
Australia's biggest oil re-refinery opens in Queensland
The opening of Australia’s largest oil recycling plant in Gladstone will produce significant environmental benefits by processing up to 100 per cent of Queensland’s waste lube oil.
St George ready to withstand next flood
The completion of St George’s new levee system will provide a more certain future for its residents.
Minister urges insurers to slash premiums
Community Recovery and Resilience Minister David Crisafulli is calling on insurance companies to come good on their word and reduce their home insurance premiums to reflect the improved level of flood protection in Roma and St George.
Health Minister joins doctor talks in Townsville
Health Minister Lawrence Springborg has joined Director General Ian Maynard at a meeting with Queensland Health doctors in Townsville today.
New Kawana disability centre opens its doors
People with a disability on the Sunshine Coast have a brighter future thanks to a new learning and lifestyle centre at Lake Kawana in Bokarina.
Burdekin community addresses groundwater levels
A range of solutions to help address rising groundwater levels in the Burdekin region has been developed after a two-year engagement process between the Queensland Government and key community groups.
$1.5 million boost for Burdekin irrigation efficiency
Burdekin irrigators will benefit from improved irrigation technology and water management thanks to a $1.5 million investment from the Queensland Government.
Australians continue to spend more on Queensland holidays
Australians are spending up in Queensland with a $330 million dollar boost in 2013, showing the Government is delivering on its election promise to grow tourism as one of the four pillars of the economy.
ANZAC centenary fundraising appeal launched
The Queensland community is being given the chance to share in Centenary of Anzac commemoration activities with a statewide fundraising appeal being launched.
Sunshine Coast to host DestinationQ Forum
The Sunshine Coast will take centre stage when Queensland’s tourism industry comes together for the third annual DestinationQ Forum on 16-17 September.
Roma set to rise above another flood
A 5.2 kilometre-long earthen levee that could protect 500 homes and businesses in Roma from the devastation of another flood is nearing completion, delivering on the Government’s election promises.
Bauxite bids fail to deliver for Cape indigenous groups
The Queensland Government has committed to work with mining companies and indigenous communities to ensure benefits flow from the development of bauxite resources on Western Cape York.
JOINT STATEMENT: $24.5 million for outback roads
Australia’s legendary Outback Way will receive a major boost as part of a $24.5 million road funding agreement between local, state and federal governments.
Cairns choices consultation begins
Finding ways to reduce Queensland's $80 billion legacy of Labor debt is the focus of a round table meeting being hosted in Cairns today by Queensland Treasurer Tim Nicholls.
Premier pitches NFL for Queensland
National Football League (NFL) chiefs have been invited to tour Queensland’s sporting facilities, during a meeting with Premier Campbell Newman in New York.
AUDIO: Premier's media conference in New York, Monday 10 March 2014 (US time)
Queensland Premier Campbell Newman has met with New York Police Commissioner William (Bill) Bratton to discuss the City's success in reducing crime.
Nth Queensland views sought on Action Plan
Improving and supporting the state’s cultural diversity is the focus of an Action Plan that various North Queensland organisations will help to shape.
New York Police on show during trade mission
New York Police Commissioner William Bratton has given an insight into one of the world’s largest and most effective police services, during a meeting with Premier Campbell Newman.
AgInvest forum to further Queensland agriculture
Growing agriculture as one of the four pillars of the economy will be the main area of discussion as hundreds of Queensland industry members gather in Brisbane for a Government-led forum today.
Workplaces to get a healthy funding boost
A healthy serve of funding is being made available to Queensland businesses that promote a better lifestyle for their workers, delivering on the Government’s election promise to revitalise frontline services.
Queensland’s transport network modelled on the best
Some of the world’s most cutting edge public transport design and technology was on show as Premier Campbell Newman toured New York’s East Access Rail Line project during his US trade mission.
Awards for Queensland’s top theatre in 2013
Artistic excellence and outstanding achievements in Queensland’s theatre industry have been recognised at the 2013 Matilda Awards.
Survey Queensland history at new look Lands Museum
Some of Queensland’s historical treasures are now on display at the newly relaunched Museum of Lands, Mapping and Surveying at the Landcentre at Woolloongabba.
Have your say on limo industry
Hiring limousines could become more affordable for Queenslanders as the Newman Government looks to cut red tape in the industry.