Media Statements
The dinosaur Queenslanders dig
The Muttaburrasaurus langdoni will now become part of Queensland’s official identity after it topped a popular public poll to select the State’s fossil emblem.
Resources chiefs focus on the North
A high-powered resources industry advisory body met for the first time in Townsville today, underlining the North’s importance to future resources jobs and growth.
Awards celebrate Queensland's healthy and safe workplaces
Winners of the 2022 Safe Work and Return to Work Awards have been congratulated for their commitment to keeping Queenslanders healthy and safe at work or getting them back to work safely.
A record number of children placed with kin
A record number of Queensland children are being supported to stay with kin and communities, according to the latest child safety data released today.
Faster approvals for emergency housing
The Palaszczuk Government will fast track approvals for emergency housing needed following a natural disaster.
Ground-breaking milestone for Qld’s glass manufacturing industry
Early works have now started on a new $500 million glass and manufacturing facility on the Gold Coast as part of Visy’s largest ever investment in Queensland.
Shout out for schoolies volunteers
Preparations for the country’s biggest end of school celebrations are gearing up, with the Palaszczuk Government today putting out the call for volunteers to help soon-to-be graduates celebrate their achievements safely.
New CT for GC delivers better services
A new CT scanner has come online at the Gold Coast’s Robina Hospital to provide better health services and meet growing demand, the Palaszczuk Government has announced.
Housing Investment Fund boosted to $2 billion
The Palaszczuk Government will double the size of its signature Housing Investment Fund to help augment the commencement of more than 13,000 new homes for Queenslanders.
Quilpie Shire Council becomes the 41st council to join the Small Business Friendly Councils Program
Small businesses across the Quilpie Shire are set to benefit from council joining the Small Business Friendly Councils (SBFC) Program.
Paroo Shire Council officially becomes small business friendly
Small businesses in the Paroo Shire are set to benefit from a new Small Business Friendly Councils (SBFC) commitment made by Paroo Shire Council.