Media Statements

Today at 03:10 PM
Small Business Commissioner and GIVIT launch Small Business Hardship Appeal
Business owners across Queensland are set to benefit from a new hardship appeal to help small businesses recover from hardship and get back on their feet.

Yesterday at 03:30 PM
Protected area partnership to grow First Nations jobs
The Palaszczuk Government has announced a partnership with the Bunya Peoples’ Aboriginal Corporation (BPAC) to protect close to 1,000 hectares of vital native habitat and support First Nations jobs in the Toowoomba and South Burnett regions.

Yesterday at 03:30 PM
$150m investment locked in for major Cairns Marine Precinct expansion
The Palaszczuk Government has announced a $150 million commitment for a major expansion to the Cairns Marine Precinct that will enable the maintenance, repair and overhaul of more and larger ships.

Yesterday at 03:15 PM
First Nations funding to look after Country, create opportunity
Close to $1 million will be provided to 14 First Nations communities in Queensland to look after Country and create new training and job opportunities for Indigenous Australians.

Yesterday at 02:02 PM
Emergency service volunteers receive ‘mind armour’
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) launched Mindarma today, a new online learning program to support the psychological wellbeing of their volunteers.

Yesterday at 01:00 PM
New Cyber Security Training Centres strengthen digital workforce
More than 2000 Queenslanders are taking advantage of government funded no-fee or low-fee training to gain skills to help keep personal and business data secure.

Tue 17 May 22 at 12:00 PM
Tewantin National Park branches out, sprouts new jobs
More than 2,400 hectares of former Noosa state forest and plantation will be added to Tewantin National Park, the Palaszczuk Government has announced, restoring swathes of native habitat and creating new jobs.

Mon 16 May 22 at 02:06 PM
A full-size Greyhound Australia coach wrapped in an image of two snorkellers exploring the Great Barrier Reef has stopped at Bondi Beach to bring working backpackers to Queensland.

Fri 13 May 22 at 11:28 AM
New online resources for Queensland small businesses
The Queensland Government is delivering on its Big Plans for Small Business Strategy commitment, with new and improved online resources to support small business owners.

Tue 10 May 22 at 02:32 PM
Education Minister sends her best wishes to students for NAPLAN
Education Minister Grace Grace has wished all participating students the best of luck while they sit NAPLAN tests over the next two weeks.“I send my best wishes to around 279,000 Queensland students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 across 1,773 schools who will sit the test this year online,” Minister Grace said.“My advice for students is to relax, stay calm and simply do your best.“It hasn’t been an easy time for our students, but our NAPLAN results last year held up well de...

Tue 10 May 22 at 02:08 PM
Mentoring program celebrates 20 years of supporting small business
The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program will mark its 20th year of supporting small businesses by hosting its 3040th mentoring session during Queensland Small Business Month.

Fri 06 May 22 at 04:44 PM
Professional guidance program takes arts careers to next level
Queensland artists and arts workers can boost their careers and reach new goals from today with the 2022 Creative Business Champions program now open.