Media Statements

“Dream it up, Grow it up” for First Nations NDIS businesses
Fri 10 Jun 22 at 07:10 AM

“Dream it up, Grow it up” for First Nations NDIS businesses

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who want to become an NDIS service provider are encouraged to “Dream it up, Grow it up” and sign up for a state-wide seminar series this month.
New $3.425 million clubhouse being built at Ashgrove
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 05:51 PM

New $3.425 million clubhouse being built at Ashgrove

Rugby Union and Cricket are set for a new home at Ashgrove with work starting on a new $3.425 million clubhouse at Ashgrove Sports Ground.
IT subsidy to increase for remote students in Qld
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 12:48 PM

IT subsidy to increase for remote students in Qld

The Palaszczuk Government is delivering a boost to students in remote Queensland with Education Minister Grace Grace announcing an increase in IT hardware funding for geographically isolated students.
Queensland Government Architect Leah Lang and Public Works Minister Mick de Brenni join the winners of the Urban Design Awards.
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 12:45 PM

Awards recognise urban design excellence

A university campus development translating Aboriginal culture and knowledge into tangible design strategies has taken out the top honour at this year’s Urban Design Awards.
Artist impression of the proposed expansion to Mackay’s Resources Centre of Excellence.
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 12:06 PM

Mackay ready to dig in on new economy minerals

An almost $6 million investment from the 2022-23 State Budget will see the further expansion of Mackay’s Resources Centre of Excellence, enabling it to become a key player in Queensland’s new economy minerals sector.
Redlands’ unsung heroes of agriculture research
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 11:29 AM

Redlands’ unsung heroes of agriculture research

Brisbane’s bayside is home to a hothouse of agricultural science research and development with 75 staff at the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries’ Redlands Research Centre currently working across almost 50 projects and trials.
Gold Coast police recognised for bravery, conspicuous work and diligent service
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 11:24 AM

Gold Coast police recognised for bravery, conspicuous work and diligent service

Two officers were presented with Queensland Police Bravery Medals today by Police Minister Mark Ryan and Deputy Commissioner Steve Gollschewski as part of 71 awards recognising bravery, diligent service and conspicuous work.
Budget invests $200 million in growth infrastructure to unlock housing supply
Thu 09 Jun 22 at 10:10 AM

Budget invests $200 million in growth infrastructure to unlock housing supply

The Palaszczuk Government will invest $200 million to build essential infrastructure needed to unlock housing supply.
Funding for next year’s Queensland Day events
Wed 08 Jun 22 at 03:39 PM

Funding for next year’s Queensland Day events

Applications are open for Queensland Day events next year, as events continue for this year’s celebrations.
ARTIE’s Origin education legacy secures $5.6 million
Wed 08 Jun 22 at 02:35 PM

ARTIE’s Origin education legacy secures $5.6 million

Ahead of Origin 1, the Palaszczuk Government has announced more support for ARTIE, an Indigenous education program supported by the Queensland Former Origin Greats (FOGS).
Commissioner citations for courageous response to Arthur Gorrie protests
Wed 08 Jun 22 at 12:39 PM

Commissioner citations for courageous response to Arthur Gorrie protests

Queensland Corrective Services officers who bravely responded to control protests in Arthur Gorrie Correctional Centre during COVID-19 lockdowns today received the high honour of a Commissioner’s Unit Citation award.
Brisbane lands direct flights from San Francisco
Wed 08 Jun 22 at 11:56 AM

Brisbane lands direct flights from San Francisco

The world’s second largest carrier, United Airlines will fly direct from San Francisco to Brisbane International Airport three times a week from October as one of the most significant aviation deals to land in Queensland.