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Budget drives fresh path for resources
A State Budget pack of $68.5 million will boost Queensland's resources industry, including transforming the state’s new economy minerals sector into a long-term pit-to-product industry.
Million-dollar investment dedicated to Australian South Sea Islander community
The 2022–23 State Budget will provide new funding for projects that recognise and engage the Australian South Sea Islander community.
$105 MILLION TO REPAIR FLOOD DAMAGED RECREATIONAL ASSETS
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Cairns to host next regional sitting of Queensland Parliament
The Queensland Parliament will meet next year in Cairns.
Premier announces immediate response to support Queensland families
The Palaszczuk Government has announced it is implementing a new Immediate Response funding package that will help families who are struggling to secure housing.
Industrial Relations Act changes introduced to Queensland Parliament
The Palaszczuk Government has today introduced nation-leading reforms to protect workers from sexual harassment as part of a number of changes to Queensland’s industrial laws.
Budget boost for Respectful Relationships
Education Minister Grace Grace announced this week that almost $15.5 million will be invested to deliver updated and improved respectful relationships education to all Queensland state schools, as part of a record $16.5 billion education budget.
Major changes to school disability support welcomed
Educators and advocates have welcomed a new disability resourcing model for state schools, announced by the Palaszczuk Government as part of a record $16.5 billion education budget this week, which will be phased in over 2023 and 2024.
Personal injury claims farming now banned in Queensland
Pressuring Queenslanders into making personal injury compensation claims through so called ‘claim farming’ is now banned under new laws passed in Parliament today.
Record budget building stronger and safer communities
A boost in funding for out-of-home care for vulnerable children, continued investment in reducing youth offending to keep our communities safe, and promoting inclusive communities are all highlights of the 2022–23 State Budget.
State budget boosts support for seniors and people with disability
The Palaszczuk Government is investing more than $258 million in the 2022-2023 State Budget to support Queensland seniors and people with disability.
Budget invests in cultures and better outcomes for First Nations people
The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to invest in First Nations people with over $74 million including new funding in this year’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships budget focused on strengthening culture and helping communities to thrive.