Media Statements
Funeral reforms on Government agenda
The Palaszczuk Government is set to prioritise reform in the funeral services sector, with a focus on price transparency for customers.
Fresh take on fish stocking in Queensland
A new policy for fish stocking in Queensland has paved the way for three more species to be introduced to freshwater catchments.
High five for high compliance by fishers at Wuruma Dam
Freshwater fishers have been praised for a high level of compliance with fisheries regulations at the popular Wuruma Dam in the North Burnett.
Far North community benefits from new frontline policing initiatives
Police Minister Mark Ryan and Member for Cairns Michael Healy joined Deputy Commissioner Paul Taylor to announce a significant new frontline facility and a new police operation for the Far North Police District.
New pontoon at Howard Smith Wharves to boost river tourism
The first of three new floating concrete pontoons to be built for the Howard Smith Wharves River Terminal Project has been completed and is open for business.
Government delivers consent law reforms
The protection of women was again at the forefront of the legislative agenda of the Palaszczuk Labor Government as it delivered significant consent law reforms in Parliament today.
All across Queensland, The Palaszczuk Government’s $100 million Equipping TAFE for our Future plan is rolling out, while continuing to deliver free training for young Queenslanders under 25.
Land transfer preserves mahogany glider habitat
Valuable habitat for the endangered mahogany glider has been added to Girringun National Park after a 56.49-hectare land transfer by the Palaszczuk Government.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE EXTENDED TO MORE FLOOD-IMPACTED COMMUNITIES IN SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND
Disaster assistance has been extended to the local government areas of Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Quilpie and Southern Downs following the heavy rainfall and flash flooding that drenched Southern Queensland this week.
Placemakers will light up the Gold Coast for Bleach 2021
A spectacular light installation will illuminate the Gold Coast sky later this year, thanks to a $100,000 investment from the Palaszczuk Government.
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair set for another successful year
The Cairns Indigenous Arts Fair (CIAF) is set to reach new heights this year, thanks to a $200,000 funding boost from the Palaszczuk Government.
Financial Counselling for Tourism Businesses
The Palaszczuk Government is delivering $2 million to support Queensland tourism businesses facing hardship with Sunday’s axing of JobKeeper by the Federal Government.