Media Statements

Now is the time to recognise the significant contributions made by outstanding individuals and organisations across the State and nominate them for a Queensland Greats award.

The Queensland Government and Commonwealth Government are working together to jointly fund the $1.2 billion Paradise Dam rebuild.

The sweeping reforms of Queensland’s frontline capabilities to keep Queenslanders safe will mean for the first time all of our brave marine rescue volunteers will be on the same team.

The sweeping reform package unveiled today for Queensland’s frontline responders includes a record increase to the budget for our SES volunteers.

The Palaszczuk Government’s sweeping frontline response reform package includes the establishment of a dedicated, stand-alone Queensland Fire Services Department.

Queensland’s fire and emergency services will enter a new era, delivering more resources, more personnel, and better focussed and aligned services for Queenslanders, following the release of an independent review.

Queensland’s racing industry will have a new independent appeals panel after the Palaszczuk Government today passed reforms to further fortify the integrity of the state’s $1.9 billion racing industry.

The Queensland Government is investing more than $42.35 million over four years in expanding the Clinical Hub, a nation-leading initiative proven to improve ambulance availability, reduce pressures on EDs and increase health system capacity

Prospective police recruits will temporarily have their entry exam fee waived in an exciting proposal to encourage enrolment, create good jobs, and help aspiring recruits achieve their goal.

The Palaszczuk Government will introduce even tougher measures to hunt down child sex offenders.

Public transport patronage continues to surge with the week ending October 16 recorded the highest percentage of trips taken since the start of the pandemic.

Major construction is underway on Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 (GCLR3), with upgrades to the Southport depot and essential underground services in Broadbeach and Mermaid Beach.