Media Statements
Palaszczuk Government’s housing approach is helping vulnerable Queenslanders
Annual housing data shows the state’s social housing register is showing signs it is stabilising, and that the Palaszczuk Government’s social housing construction program and wide range of housing products and services are supporting Queenslanders most in need.
Great Sandy Marine plan to protect environment, tourism and great lifestyle
A new blueprint has been unveiled for one of the world’s most spectacular marine parks, focussing on enhanced opportunities for tourism, conservation, and recreational activities.
Homeowners will be encouraged to rent secondary dwellings for the next three years under emergency planning changes expected to house thousands of Queenslanders.
Green light for new Japanese investment in Queensland
TOKYO: Queensland Treasurer and Japanese global drinks manufacturer Suntory discussed their major investment in a $400 million facility at Swanbank, which received development approval from Ipswich City Council today.
Consortium greenlights green energy corridor between Queensland and Korea
Three of Korea’s largest conglomerate groups have formed a powerful new Consortium in Queensland to unlock the State’s hydrogen potential and build a green energy export corridor, connecting North Queensland to north-east Asia.
Professor Frank Gannon to oversee forensic DNA recommendations
Respected molecular biologist Professor Frank Gannon will oversee the implementation of interim recommendations arising from an inquiry into forensic DNA testing in Queensland
Disaster Resilience Strategy for even stronger, safer, more resilient communities
A new five-year strategy to strengthen disaster resilience in Queensland will further improve the state’s capacity to deal with natural disasters and climate change.
Sod turned on Kallangur Satellite Hospital
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath today turned the sod on a new Satellite Hospital in Kallangur which will bring more health services closer to home for Pine Rivers residents.
Joint statement- New funding helps tourism build back better
A jointly funded $7 million Tourism Recovery and Resilience package is backing the State’s tourism industry to build back better, reduce extreme weather disruption and protect our great Queensland lifestyle.
Keep safe and enjoy the Queensland lifestyle
Queenslanders are being urged to enjoy our great lifestyle and keep safe, as school holidays get underway.
Good jobs and better services delivered in major school expansion
The Palaszczuk Government’s $34 million expansion of West End State School has officially opened, with the backing track of a new school song written by former student and Bluey composer, Joff Bush.
Former student accommodation to be refurbished for urgent housing
A refurbishment of former and vacant student accommodation at Griffith University will convert the facility into crisis accommodation.