Media Statements

Green funding to protect koalas and other Queensland threatened species
Sun 05 Jun 22 at 11:35 AM

Green funding to protect koalas and other Queensland threatened species

The 2022 State Budget will allocate almost $40 million to help protect Queensland’s native animals, including koalas at risk across the south-east.
Disaster assistance extended for flooded Queensland small business and not-for-profit organisations
Sun 05 Jun 22 at 11:12 AM

Disaster assistance extended for flooded Queensland small business and not-for-profit organisations

Low interest disaster assistance and essential working capital loans of up to $100,000 are now available to more small businesses and not-for-profit organisations following the latest round of devastating floods to inundate southern Queensland
Community Cabinet on 14 June to help mark Stanthorpe’s 150th anniversary
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 06:12 PM

Community Cabinet on 14 June to help mark Stanthorpe’s 150th anniversary

The Queensland Cabinet will meet in Stanthorpe later this month to focus on issues and projects vital for the continued benefit of the community.
New QPAC theatre to showcase signature First Nations public art
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 04:14 PM

New QPAC theatre to showcase signature First Nations public art

First Nations public art will be woven into the state’s new theatre at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Beware of the 'winter warmer' risks
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 02:35 PM

Beware of the 'winter warmer' risks

With the winter weather feeling like it has have already arrived, the Office of Fair Trading is urging Queenslanders to stay safe by knowing the risks associated with commonly used heating products.
Officers’ bravery recognised at Valour Medal Ceremony
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 02:00 PM

Officers’ bravery recognised at Valour Medal Ceremony

Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services the Honourable Mark Ryan MP today joined Commissioner Katarina Carroll to present Queensland Police Valour Medals to five former Queensland Police Service (QPS) members for their bravery during a 1987 fatal shooting.
Regional Queenslanders big winners in $334m 10-year RFDS funding flight path
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 12:52 PM

Regional Queenslanders big winners in $334m 10-year RFDS funding flight path

Regional Queenslanders will have the certainty of better access to medical treatment for the next decade as a result of a new ten-year deal between the Palaszczuk Government and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS).
The late Eddie Koiki Mabo - his High Court win "dispelled a myth, acknowledged the truth of the nation's history, gave us native title laws and inspires us all to embrace reconciliation".
Fri 03 Jun 22 at 07:17 AM

Thirty years on from Mabo, truth telling recognises Torres Strait Islander traditions

Today (3 June 2022) marks the 30th anniversary of the Mabo decision – a key milestone in the reconciliation journey of our nation.
Nominate the next Queensland Australian of the Year
Thu 02 Jun 22 at 05:12 PM

Nominate the next Queensland Australian of the Year

Queensland is home to many exceptional Australians, who can now be nominated for the 2023 Australian of the Year Awards.
Memorial commemorates Townsville Correctional officers
Thu 02 Jun 22 at 03:37 PM

Memorial commemorates Townsville Correctional officers

Minister for Corrective Services, Mark Ryan MP, today joined Queensland Corrective Services Deputy Commissioner Gary McCahon in commissioning a memorial wall and garden paying tribute to past officers.
Traditional Owners in Lake Eyre Basin regions recognised
Thu 02 Jun 22 at 03:24 PM

Traditional Owners in Lake Eyre Basin regions recognised

A sign dedicated to recognising and honouring the many Traditional Owner groups across the vast Lake Eyre Basin region has been unveiled in Longreach, during National Reconciliation Week.
Sponsorship flags lifesaving SharkSmart messages
Thu 02 Jun 22 at 02:40 PM

Sponsorship flags lifesaving SharkSmart messages

The Palaszczuk Government is partnering with one of Australia’s most trusted organisations, Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ), to reach tens of thousands of water users with shark safety messaging.