Media Statements
$200 travel vouchers for Qlders holidaying in Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
The Palaszczuk Government is offering 15,000 Queenslanders a free $200 travel voucher to spend on tourism experiences when they holiday in the Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region over the next four months.
Renewed calls for mask wearing at airports
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer is issuing an important reminder about mask wearing in airports and on flights, following three recently positive COVID-19 cases transiting through Brisbane Airport.
QFES’ crack K9 squad showcases skills and agility
An exercise held at Queensland Fire and Emergency Services’ (QFES) training academy today has unleashed future capabilities for the state’s Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) K9 squad.
Cap on mountain groundwater take extended
The ban on new commercial groundwater bores being drilled on Tamborine Mountain and Springbrook has been extended beyond its original March 5 expiry by the Palaszczuk Government.
Queensland Ballet 60th Anniversary Gala celebrates six superb decades
A showcase of classic and contemporary dance has celebrated six decades of artistic brilliance as Queensland Ballet returns to the stage after COVID for its 60th Anniversary Gala
Reel in app to tackle fishing rules
Recreational fishers are being urged to stay up to date with Queensland’s fishing rules and regulations by downloading the latest version of a popular app.
AstraZeneca expands vaccine rollout into more Queensland regions
With the first supplies of the AstraZeneca vaccines due to touchdown on Queensland soil soon, more Hospital and Health Services are preparing to launch their vaccination hubs.
Government receives final report into Mason Jet Lee case
The Palaszczuk Government today received the Public Service Commission’s report around the death five years ago of Caboolture toddler Mason Jet Lee.
COVID-19 Vaccine rollout in Cairns – one week on
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout is well underway in the Far North, with Cairns Hospital on track to vaccinate its 1000th person.
Non-urgent presentations place pressure on public EDs
More than a third of Queensland’s emergency department presentations are ailments or injuries that could be treated by a GP or pharmacist, latest data shows.
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has issued Cleanaway Solid Waste Pty Ltd with two penalty infringement notices (PINs) totalling $26,690.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CYCLONE-IMPACTED COMMUNITIES IN NORTH QUEENSLAND
In the wake of Tropical Cyclone Niran, disaster assistance has been made available to assist local councils dealing with the extensive clean-up efforts required in its wake.