Media Statements
Jobs, safety and security boost in corrective services budget
Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan said jobs, safety and security would receive a significant boost in the State Budget with more than $1 billion allocated to Queensland Corrective Services for 2021-22, an increase of $32.2 million on the last financial year.
Investment in the arts underpins Queensland’s recovery
The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to support the arts sector, with more than $90 million invested in today’s State Budget to help drive economic recovery and create jobs.
Budget delivers on building safer and inclusive communities
A boost in funding for out-of-home care for vulnerable children, continued investment in reducing youth offending to keep our communities safe, and promoting inclusive communities have all featured in the 2021–22 State Budget.
Budget delivers for seniors and people with disability
The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to deliver for seniors and people with disabilities as part of the state’s economic recovery plan, with today’s State Budget showcasing its investment in support services.
Government spends big to protect Queenslanders
The Palaszczuk Government will spend $1.4 billion on delivering frontline justice services to protect the safety of Queenslanders in this Budget.
Budget backs farmers in uncertain times
The Queensland 2021-22 State Budget will continue to provide the agriculture sector certainty in uncertain times.
Queensland budget continues state’s resources-led recovery
More than $42 million will be invested into Queensland’s resources sector and land programs as part of the 2021-22 State Budget.
Palaszczuk Government backs small business in Budget
The Palaszczuk Government is investing billions of dollars to ensure Queensland is the best place to be for small business and that they have the support they need to get growing
Budget connects language, culture and Treaty in Queensland
The Queensland Government is establishing a $300 million Path to Treaty Fund, as a major investment in reconciliation and healing.
Budget backs the emergency services frontline
Queensland’s frontline emergency services have received budget backing to help them protect and support communities.
Record $2.86 billion police budget to boost community safety
The Palaszczuk Government has delivered a record $2.86 billion Police Budget for 2021-22 to support police in keeping communities safe across Queensland.
Palaszczuk Government budget continues tourism recovery
A further $10 million is being invested over two years to start rebuilding aviation connectivity as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s Economic Recovery Plan.