Media Statements

Taskforce report into coercive control to pave way for further DFV reform
The Women’s Safety and Justice Taskforce has released their first report, Hear her voice, examining domestic and family violence (DFV) which includes 89 recommendations for Government.

Export and Growth data confirms Queensland leads the way
Data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics this week underlines the strength of Queensland’s economic recovery.

Queensland’s Young Tourism Leaders for 2022 have been inducted at Parliament House.

JT helps Toowoomba students get ready for natural disasters
Students and staff at Mary MacKillop Catholic College in Toowoomba are better prepared for natural disasters thanks to a visit from Get Ready Queensland Ambassador Johnathan Thurston today.

Piling works on major Gympie Bypass Interchange
Construction of last of three new interchanges as part of the Bruce Highway Upgrade in Gympie is well underway with bridge piling works kicking off this week at Curra.

Landmark reforms expand drought assistance to many more farmers

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 kicks goals in Brisbane
Brisbane’s Lang Park will host eight FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 matches, including a Matildas Group Stage match on 27 July 2023.

Legislation to plan SEQ’s new growth area, Caboolture West
Special legislation will be introduced to plan and control the future development of Caboolture West, which has been identified as SEQ’s largest greenfield area where approximately 30,000 homes could be built for around 70,000 people.

Future Drought Fund: delivering better risk management in partnership with Queensland

Queensland recipients dominate 2021 National NAIDOC Awards
Outstanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians were honoured online by the 2021 National NAIDOC Awards.

Stanwell solar deal set to power CQ hydrogen production
A large-scale renewable hydrogen facility planned for Gladstone could be powered with Queensland sunshine as part of an agreement signed today.

Support for small businesses under new COVID normal
As Queensland nears eased business restrictions, the Palaszczuk Government is stepping up support to help small businesses navigate through the new COVID normal.