Media Statements

Back-to-School vaccination blitz at more than 50 Queensland schools
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced that pop-up vaccination clinics would return at more than 50 local schools to ensure that children can get vaccinated before the school year begins.

World Science Festival Brisbane programmed for scientific surprises in 2022
Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch today launched the 2022 World Science Festival Brisbane program, revealing a range of thought-provoking, fun, and immersive creative experiences showcasing the connection between the arts and science.

Cairns to Northern Tablelands Access Strategy released
A study to investigate transport routes between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands has been released, to assist in future planning for the region.

The future of the Cairns Marine Precinct could include a Common User Facility to boost opportunities for industry and local maritime businesses, the Cairns Marine Precinct Infrastructure Investment Business Case revealed today.

Time is running out to have your say on the next SUP ban
Time is about to run out if you want to have your say on what single-use plastic items should be banned next.

Ministerial call in for Recycling Park in Ipswich
Today the Planning Minister, after receiving detailed advice from the Planning Department, confirmed the call in of a recycling park proposed by Wanless at Ebenezer.
Brighter future beckons for Collingwood tin site
Native plants and a safe, usable site will eventually replace the abandoned Collingwood Tin mine site near Cooktown, thanks to a partnership between Traditional Owners and the Palaszczuk Government.

Next generation of health heroes to help ease hospital pressures
Across Queensland medical interns and graduate nurses will launch the next stage of their careers.

Snakes alive! Banned invasive reptile seized in Ipswich
Biosecurity officers have seized a prohibited exotic snake found at large in an Ipswich home.

Wind turbines welcomed into the Port of Cairns
The first massive wind turbine blades for the $373 million Kaban Green Power Hub have arrived at the Port of Cairns.

Last chance for flood-affected residents to apply for emergency grants
More than $272,000 in grants have been distributed to more than 1200 Fraser Coast, Gympie and North Burnett region residents affected by recent flooding, to help cover the costs of essential items such as food, clothing and medication.

Queensland’s health heroes honoured
Paramedics, community health leaders and medical specialists are among those recognised for their outstanding service and dedication in the 2022 Australia Day Honours.