Media Statements
Ilfracombe pumping for greater water security
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has inspected work on the construction of new infrastructure that will improve water security for the western Queensland township of Ilfracombe.
South Burnett’s job-boosting start to 2018
A new $60 million expansion of the Swickers Kingaroy Bacon Factory and official opening of the restored boning, chilling and export facilities ravaged by fire in late 2016 have marked a promising start to the year for the South Burnett region.
Rookwood needs more Canberra dollars, business case says
Independent assessment of the $352 million Rookwood Weir proposal shows it needs more money from Canberra than their current offer to be economically viable.
Millions for major road rehab in South Burnett
More than $8 million in Palaszczuk Government funding will be spent rehabilitating two sections of road in the South Burnett, providing safer journeys for motorists.
FNQ fire and emergency services shine at Australia Day awards
Far North Queensland’s fire and emergency service personnel have been recognised during Australia Day 2018 celebrations for their unwavering dedication and service to their local communities.
Australia Day honours for North Coast fire and emergency services
Fire and emergency services from the Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay Burnett have been recognised during Australia Day 2018 celebrations for their service to their local communities.
Australia Day Achievement Awards for QFES staff and volunteers
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) personnel will be recognised across the state as part of 2018 Australia Day celebrations.
Funding injection to improve Far North Indigenous art centres
Indigenous art spaces in remote and regional Far North Queensland communities will benefit from upgrades and improvements through a new $500,000 Queensland Government infrastructure fund.
Government investment to showcase Indigenous performing arts in FNQ
Far North Queensland’s Indigenous performing arts sector will receive a $2.1 million funding injection from the state government to help local performers and artists showcase their unique stories and connect with larger audiences.
Don’t burn yourself or the snags on Australia Day
Some sensible safety measures can ensure Queenslanders spend Australia day celebrations with family and friends and not in an emergency room.
Operation targeting youth and property crime getting results in Cairns
An operation targeting youth and property crime in Cairns has netted over 80 people since it was launched, Police Minister Mark Ryan announced today.
Renewables powers jobs, investment in Western Downs
Large-scale projects are generating new energy, new jobs and new investment in regional Queensland, with the Western Downs Regional Council hosting 10 proposed projects.