Media Statements
Revamped and enhanced Kirwan Ambulance Station ready to respond
One of the busiest stations in the state will be serviced by world-class facilities following the official opening of the new Kirwan Ambulance Station.
Here’s to the Groundbreakers: Cross River Rail honours iconic Queensland women
Cross River Rail’s twin massive Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) have been named after two groundbreaking Queensland women, in honour of their outstanding contributions to the state.
Greater Sydney asked to act quickly
Sydneysiders now unable to use their holiday accommodation in Queensland are being asked to contact their provider and cancel their bookings as soon as possible.
Queensland agriculture underpins our economic recovery
Queensland’s agribusiness and food sector is holding firm in the face of COVID-19 with new data showing the 2020-21 forecast value of primary industries commodities to be $18.4 billion, which is just one per cent lower than for 2019-20.
New guide to help landholders on gas development
A comprehensive guide on Queensland landholders’ rights and obligations on gas development has received a major update.
Multi-million-dollar project supports ongoing operations to keep Seaway safe and accessible
The Palaszczuk Government’s multi-million-dollar upgrade of the Gold Coast’s Sand Bypass System jetty is complete, supporting ongoing Seaway and inland coastal waterways access for boaties and commercial operators.
WNBL a win for North Queensland.
North Queensland is the big winner with the WNBL playing its entire 2020 season in Townsville, Cairns and Mackay which wrapped up today with a thrilling home team Grand Final clash.
Queensland steps up border restrictions and re-emphasises safe behaviour
Greater Sydney will be declared a hotspot from 1am Monday the 21st of December 2020, and there will be a renewed focus on COVID-safe behaviour to ensure Queensland remains safe from the coronavirus pandemic.
Border declaration passes come into force as Sydney Northern Beaches outbreak grow
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath has announced that from 1am Sunday 20 December, anyone entering Queensland from New South Wales will need to have a border pass declaration
Class of 2020 arises to Year 12 results and ATARs
More than 49,600 teenage education “pioneers” have today claimed another first: first graduates in a new Queensland Certificate of Education system with Australian Tertiary Admission Ranks (ATAR).
500th worker inducted on Cairns Convention Centre build
The Palaszczuk Government’s investment in the Cairns Convention Centre is delivering jobs in the Far North, with the 500th worker having been inducted onto the $176 million project.
Brisbane CBD set for billion-dollar boost
Two redevelopments worth almost $3 billion collectively and set to transform Brisbane city have reached significant milestones today.