Media Statements

More pop up vaccination clinics to open in Townsville
Townsville residents will soon be able to get their COVID jab at new locations across the city including the Strand night markets.

COVID-19 vaccinations are returning to the Cairns Convention Centre from Thursday, alongside a new pop-up clinic appearing at the Far North’s largest shopping centre.

Residents in Cairns and across Far North Queensland are being urged to get vaccinated against COVID-19, following the release of Queensland’s COVID Vaccine Plan to unite families and protect Queenslanders.

Bundy business cracks into agri-tourism
Bundaberg has claimed a $1.87 million Australian-first as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s Covid-19 Economic Recovery Plan for the region.

Traditional Owners granted first Cape York Heritage Area water licences
Traditional owners in the Cape Yorke Peninsula Heritage Area have been granted water licences under the region’s water plan for the first time.

Townsville manufacturer driving to new digs to expand capacity
Townsville vehicle manufacturer Australian Engineering Professionals is expanding and has moved into new facilities following thanks to support from the Palaszczuk Government

School based inclusion and diversity program launched today
The Queensland Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs in conjunction with Multicultural Australia launched a program called The Culture Collective earlier today at Cleveland District High School.

Attorney-General pays tribute to retiring Chief Justice Catherine Holmes
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman today paid tribute to the outstanding contribution of retiring Chief Justice Catherine Holmes AC.

Premier announces annual War Widows Day for Queensland
War Widows Day will be celebrated annually in Queensland on the 19th of October from next year – a first for Australia.

Ag sector sets vaccination example for Queenslanders
Queensland’s agriculture sector has set a strong example for all Queenslanders by urging its workforce to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

Premier launches Vax-a-thon to keep Queensland safe
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has launched a week-long vax-a-thon urging Queenslanders to get vaccinated.

New tourism project set to drive economic recovery in Bundaberg region
A multi-million-dollar snorkelling and diving attraction delivered in partnership with the Palaszczuk Government has today opened in the Bundaberg region.