Media Statements

Opening the doors to Inside Advanced Manufacturing Week
Mon 16 May 22 at 03:29 PM

Opening the doors to Inside Advanced Manufacturing Week

Eighteen leading advanced manufacturers will open their doors and share their experience in adopting world-leading technologies, processes and practices, as part of the Palaszczuk Government’s roadmap to cement Queensland’s position as Australia’s leading manufacturing state.

Tourism Minister Stirling Hinchliffe and Assistant Minister Michael Healy with one of 14 Queensland wrapped Greyhound Australia coaches at Bondi Beach.
Mon 16 May 22 at 02:06 PM

Wrapped for Backpackers

A full-size Greyhound Australia coach wrapped in an image of two snorkellers exploring the Great Barrier Reef has stopped at Bondi Beach to bring working backpackers to Queensland.

Law Week 2022 helping to protect the community from scams
Mon 16 May 22 at 10:24 AM

Law Week 2022 helping to protect the community from scams

This week the legal sector will shine a light on the importance of our legal system as part of a national event helping Queenslanders be aware of their rights and helping protect against scams.

Grants and support available for residents in parts of Moreton Bay LGA affected by floods
Sun 15 May 22 at 05:22 PM

Grants and support available for residents in parts of Moreton Bay LGA affected by floods

Residents in parts of the Moreton Bay local government area (LGA) who have been impacted by severe flooding over recent days can now access financial assistance and support services.

PERSONAL HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE NOW AVAILABLE FOR FLOOD IMPACTED AREAS IN MORETON BAY REGION
Sun 15 May 22 at 03:04 PM

PERSONAL HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE NOW AVAILABLE FOR FLOOD IMPACTED AREAS IN MORETON BAY REGION

Personal hardship disaster assistance has now been extended to residents of impacted streets in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area to assist impacted individuals and families affected by the recent rainfall and flooding.

Grants and support for residents in Lockyer Valley and Southern Downs LGAs impacted by May floods
Sat 14 May 22 at 04:08 PM

Grants and support for residents in Lockyer Valley and Southern Downs LGAs impacted by May floods

Residents in the Lockyer Valley and Southern Downs local government areas (LGA) who have been impacted by flooding over the past couple of days can now access financial assistance and support services.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR LATEST QUEENSLAND FLOOD EVENT
Sat 14 May 22 at 03:34 PM

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR LATEST QUEENSLAND FLOOD EVENT

Disaster assistance is now available for 12 Local Government Areas (LGAs) currently experiencing the latest rainfall and flooding event in Southern Queensland.

Queensland’s twin Rugby World Cup bid
Fri 13 May 22 at 01:30 PM

Queensland’s twin Rugby World Cup bid

Queensland stands ready to deliver World Cup wins to Australian international Rugby’s Wallabies and Wallaroos in 2027 and 2029.

New online resources for Queensland small businesses
Fri 13 May 22 at 11:28 AM

New online resources for Queensland small businesses

The Queensland Government is delivering on its Big Plans for Small Business Strategy commitment, with new and improved online resources to support small business owners.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE EXTENDED FOLLOWING NORTHERN AND CENTRAL-WESTERN QUEENSLAND FLOODS
Fri 13 May 22 at 08:00 AM

DISASTER ASSISTANCE EXTENDED FOLLOWING NORTHERN AND CENTRAL-WESTERN QUEENSLAND FLOODS

Disaster assistance has been extended to four additional Local Government Areas of Cloncurry, Douglas, Hope Vale and McKinlay following the intense rainfall which resulted in far reaching flooding throughout Northern and Central-Western Queensland last month.

Premier’s Export Awards to celebrate more Queensland business success
Thu 12 May 22 at 04:15 PM

Premier’s Export Awards to celebrate more Queensland business success

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment Cameron Dick have today launched the Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards 2022.

Staff shortages in care sectors to worsen under proposed new National Skills Agreement
Thu 12 May 22 at 01:05 PM

Staff shortages in care sectors to worsen under proposed new National Skills Agreement

A proposed new National Skills Agreement put forward by the Federal Government involved massive increases in student fees for training and skills courses, Employment and Small Business Minister Di Farmer told State Parliament today