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The construction of three new Queensland state schools is a step closer, with contracts awarded and work to kick off soon.

There’s been an upsurge in the number of people fossicking for gold, sapphires, emeralds and opals in Queensland’s hotspots for precious metals and gems.

It’s now been 100 days since Queensland last recorded a case of COVID-19 acquired in the Queensland community.

Queenslanders who rely on interpreters to access essential services will soon have greater assistance with the Palaszczuk Government providing $740,000 over three years to boost the number of Interpreters who are certified by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).

The Chief Health Officer has approved relaxations to COVID Safe requirements on marine tourism vessels.

With green shoots and regrowth already appearing in affected areas, Queensland Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon has visited K’gari (Fraser Island) as recovery work led by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) gets underway.

Drivers and industries from Rockhampton to Emerald are reaping the benefits of the jointly funded $19 million Capricorn Highway overtaking lanes project.

Queensland business owners are being reminded of their obligations ahead of tomorrow’s Christmas Eve part-day public holiday.

With Christmas just two days away, the Queensland Government has named Aussie Seafood House owner Ian Hamilton the state’s eighteenth #eatqld Champion.

The Palaszczuk Government has announced it will slash the regulatory burden for bus and other public transport operators, to support the industry as part of Queensland’s plan for economic recovery.

Brisbane hometown favourite Bluey will star in a brand-new production tonight at QPAC with the world premiere of Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show

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.