Media Statements

Minister Glenn Butcher MP touring the factory with owners Sue, Byron and Barry Cooper with Member for Cairns Michael Healy MP
Fri 11 Jun 21 at 09:33 AM

QLD Government fund to boost Far North manufacturers

Regional manufacturing is being boosted with three Far North Queensland manufacturers sharing over $930,000 via an advanced manufacturing grant program to adopt cutting-edge technology, grow their business and create local jobs.

Caloundra Vaccination Hub to open this weekend
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 05:29 PM

Caloundra Vaccination Hub to open this weekend

Queensland Health is growing its network of COVID vaccination hubs with Caloundra Indoor Stadium set to open its doors this weekend.

Investment in Queensland’s solar industry soars
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 04:10 PM

Investment in Queensland’s solar industry soars

One of Japan’s largest solar investments in Australia will be based in Queensland.

SPEECH - ENERGY JOBS FORUM - CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 03:12 PM

SPEECH - ENERGY JOBS FORUM - CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY

My government is committed to Queensland becoming a renewables, hydrogen, and manufacturing superpower because that means more full-time jobs across more regions

$2 billion Investment to Power More Jobs and More Industries Through Cheaper, Cleaner Energy
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 01:42 PM

$2 billion Investment to Power More Jobs and More Industries Through Cheaper, Cleaner Energy

The Palaszczuk Government will invest $2 billion into renewable energy and hydrogen jobs as part of our COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan.

DUNCAN PEGG
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 12:00 PM

DUNCAN PEGG

I join with Lindsey, Graham and the Pegg family in expressing my deep sadness over the loss of my friend, Duncan Pegg.

Doomben vaccination hub opens as Queensland nears 1 million COVID doses
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 11:22 AM

Doomben vaccination hub opens as Queensland nears 1 million COVID doses

Doomben Racecourse is the latest addition to Queensland Health’s expanding network of COVID vaccination hubs.Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said Doomben was well-equipped to deliver the COVID vaccine to eligible Queenslanders.“Doomben is well known to many Queenslanders and has good transport links to ensure ease of access,” Minister D’Ath said.“It’s the perfect location for our growing network of vaccination hubs, which are vaccinating an ever-growing num...

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk with the 2021 Queensland Greats, one of the biggest state events following Queensland Day. Community groups can apply for funding for their own local Queensland Day event next year.
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 10:00 AM

Funding for next year's Queensland Day events

As Queenslanders continue to celebrate Queensland Day events in 2021, community groups throughout Queensland can already start planning for next year with the launch of the 2022 Queensland Day Sponsorship Program.

Cairns Hospital Emergency Department expansion fast tracked by six months
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 09:49 AM

Cairns Hospital Emergency Department expansion fast tracked by six months

The $26.4 million Cairns Hospital emergency department expansion will be fast tracked, with construction works now set to commence as early as September.

Government roundtable examines safe housing solutions for domestic and family violence victims
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 05:09 PM

Government roundtable examines safe housing solutions for domestic and family violence victims

The Palaszczuk Government held its first Housing and Domestic and Family Violence Roundtable this week – a new initiative to ensure Queensland women and children have access to safe and affordable housing.

Townsville set to be centre of the rugby league universe ahead of Origin 1
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 02:45 PM

Townsville set to be centre of the rugby league universe ahead of Origin 1

Townsville is only hours away from becoming the first regional city in Australia to host a State of Origin blockbuster.

Media Alert - Health Minister Press Conference
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 02:23 PM

Media Alert - Health Minister Press Conference

Health Minister Yvette D'Ath and Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young will provide a COVID-19 update.