Media Statements
Funding support for communities affected by 2019 Queensland bushfires
Grants of up to $100,000 are now available for community groups, local councils and non-government organisations in 23 communities impacted by the bushfires last year.
$11 million investment to help Queensland communities recover from bushfires
More than $11 million has been approved for a range of projects that will help with the economic and social recovery in Queensland communities that were heavily impacted by last year’s bushfires.
Brisbane’s ugliest building makes way for new ‘Grand Central’
The Brisbane Transit Centre has been completely demolished, marking a huge milestone for the Palaszczuk Government’s transformational Cross River Rail project.
Strong border measures to keep Queenslanders safe this Christmas
Strong border measures to keep Queenslanders safe this Christmas
Get your workplace ready for summer storms and flooding
Queensland businesses have been issued a reminder to be ready to deal with more of Queensland’s wild summer weather – including the forecast La Nina heavy rainfall.
SharkSmart drones and education a boost for summer beach safety
A trial of shark-spotting drones together with the SharkSmart education campaign will boost safety for South East Queensland water users every day of the summer school holidays.
Pets are for life, not just Christmas
Queenslanders are encouraged to think carefully before buying a pet as a gift this Christmas.
A very 2020 Christmas message about those unwanted gifts
Stuck with an unwanted gift? The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has some tips when looking to return purchases during the festive season.
$30 million FNQ marine investment sails on to next stage
The Palaszczuk Government has fast tracked the jobs generating $30 million Cairns Marine Precinct upgrades.
Local business completes Nicklin Way bike and bus upgrade
Works on the $7 million Nicklin Way bus and bike upgrade at Minyama are complete.
New overtaking lane for Isis Highway
Isis Highway motorists will now benefit from a safer, more efficient journey as works begin on a westbound overtaking lane between Bundaberg and Childers.
Rookwood Weir stage one water sales process complete
The $352.2 million Rookwood Weir project reached a significant milestone today with the successful completion of the first stage of the water sales process.