Media Statements

National Skills Week highlights Bundaberg’s training talent
The rise in trainee and apprenticeship numbers is showing the Palaszczuk Government’s record investment of more than $1 billion in training and skills is paying off, with people in Bundaberg getting the qualifications they need for the jobs of the future.
National Skills Week highlights Queensland’s training talent
The rise in trainee and apprenticeship numbers is showing the Palaszczuk Government’s record investment of more than $1 billion in training and skills is paying off, with Queenslanders getting the qualifications they need for the jobs of the future.

Check In Qld app mandated for taxis, limousines and ride share operators
The Queensland Government’s Check In Qld app will be compulsory for taxis, limousines and rideshare operators across Queensland to display from Monday week, 30 August to assist with contact tracing efforts.

Queensland's first hydrogen cars hit the road
The rubber has literally hit the road in Queensland’s push to become a hydrogen superpower.

Make the choice to step up and get vaccinated
The Redcliffe Hospital community vaccination centre is hosting ‘special Saturdays’ over the next six weeks to support local First Nations families to get vaccinated.

World-first trial targets speeding drivers in school zones and roadworks
New speed camera technology will target speeding drivers in school zones and roadworks across Queensland in a world-first road safety initiative.

Drought committees update advice on Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Moreton Bay
The drought-declared area of Queensland has been reduced slightly from 65 to 64.7 per cent of the state.

Three new magistrates appointed in Queensland
Cairns, Brisbane, Bundaberg and Southport will see new magistrates in their courts following the latest round of appointments announced by Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Shannon Fentiman today.

New app delivers greater flexibility for Sunwater customers
Sunwater has launched a new app that allows customers across regional Queensland to stay on top of their water use while on the go.

Funding boost for rural border councils to help keep Queensland safe
The rural local governments on the frontline of Queensland’s COVID-19 border closure with New South Wales will be eligible to share in $1 million from the Queensland Government to cover the costs of border control.

Queensland invests in multicultural workforce
The Palaszczuk Government will invest $3 million to help work-ready migrants, refugees, and international students access support and guidance to help them find jobs and build up their careers.

Warrgamay people have always known
The Warrgamay People will hear a court decision today recognising what they have always known about their land in North Queensland.