Media Statements

Queenslanders to decide what single-use plastics will be banned next

After the outstanding success of the ban on a variety of single-use plastic items in September this year, Queenslanders are now being asked to have their say on what single-use plastics should be banned next.

Fill n’ Chill with plenty of Queensland Seafood this Christmas

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is urging Queenslanders to put plenty of local seafood on the menu during the coming festive season.

1 million Queenslanders link digital certificates to the Check In Qld app

More than one million Queenslanders have now linked their COVID-19 digital certificate to the Check In Qld app so they can live life to the fullest from 17 December.

Community Recovery Hub opens in Inglewood tomorrow

Inglewood residents who have been affected by the recent flooding will be able to access face-to-face support with a Community Recovery Hub opening its doors in the town tomorrow (4 December).

Government backs Central Highlands Gemfields master plan

The Palaszczuk Government will invest $200,000 in a better future for the Central Highlands Gemfields through a joint planning study with Central Highlands Regional Council.

Signature APT10 invites audiences to explore the cultures of our region

The internationally acclaimed Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art will celebrate its landmark tenth edition (APT10) when it opens to the public tomorrow at the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA).

Barrister Paxton Booth appointed as new Privacy Commissioner

A Supreme Court barrister and former executive director of the Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has today been announced as Queensland’s new Privacy Commissioner.

Port Hinchinbrook Sewage Treatment Plant in safe hands

A lasting solution has been delivered for the local communities of the Cassowary Coast on the Port Hinchinbrook Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), thanks to the Palaszczuk Government.

There’s no time to wait - nominate a Queensland Great!

Now is the time to recognise outstanding Queenslanders who have educated, captivated, and enriched the state with 2022 Queensland Greats Award nominations closing on 31 January 2022.

Igniting high-performance for Brisbane 2032

The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) is bringing together 400 elite-performance experts to ignite a competitive edge for Queensland and Australian athletes at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Woppaburra People tell the world ‘we are home’

A native title determination off the coast of central Queensland will play a crucial role in the Woppaburra People’s journey towards healing.

100 trades jobs up for grabs as QBuild rebuilds

Queensland Government builder QBuild is opening applications for 100 trades jobs, including 20 apprenticeships, in key locations across the state.