Media Statements
$23.4 million boosts future grassroots road safety programs
More than $23 million will be shared among 18 not-for-profit organisations across the next four years, to save lives and make Queensland roads safer.
Review into Culture and Accountability
Professor Peter Coaldrake AO has been appointed to conduct a wide-ranging review into culture and accountability in the state’s public sector.
Your power companies put $50 back in your pocket
Queenslanders are set to receive another $50 cut in their electricity bills – the sixth asset ownership dividend in four years.
New housing support hub and advisory group to help older Queensland women access housing.
The Palaszczuk Government is investing almost $14 million to build new homes and deliver specialised housing support services to older women, ensuring they have the security and stability of a home.
Fishwatch tip off leads to big fine for uncooperative fisher
A commercial fisher who repeatedly failed to stop to allow Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol (QBFP) officers to inspect his vehicle and boat, did not maintain logbooks properly and had non-compliant nets, has been fined $15,000 in the Caboolture Magistrates Court.
Government responds to the inaugural Child Death Review Board Annual Report 2020-21
The Queensland Government has today tabled in Parliament its response to the inaugural Child Death Review Board Annual Report 2020-21 outlining the Government’s commitment to implement further initiatives, policies and practices to help keep children in the child protection system safe.
Queensland leads the nation on employment growth
January labour force data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics underlines the strength of the Palaszczuk Government’s Economic Recovery Plan for Queensland.
Community consultation commences on proposed Toowoomba to Warwick pipeline
Southern Downs and Toowoomba regional council residents are invited to have their say on a proposed pipeline from Toowoomba to Warwick
Funding supports boots on the ground in the fight against illegal dumping
Twenty-seven local councils will share in more than $2.9 million in funding to support boots on the ground in the ongoing fight against illegal dumping.
Growth grant helps Mackay panel beater smash goals
A Mackay panel beater will expand its facilities to include a space dedicated to electric and hybrid car repairs thanks to a Palaszczuk Government Business Growth Fund grant.
Cressbrook Dam structures lure fish and fishers
Purpose-designed fish attracting structures in Toowoomba’s Cressbrook Dam have done their job, successfully luring both fish and fishers, according to a new report.
Southern Sunshine Coast public transport expansion on track
Community feedback is sought on a new public transport strategy that will set the future direction for improved connectivity and accessibility across the Sunshine Coast.