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Women’s voices heard: Historic overhaul in addressing Domestic and Family Violence
Tue 10 May 22 at 09:49 AM

Women’s voices heard: Historic overhaul in addressing Domestic and Family Violence

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced an historic overhaul of laws and practices to better protect Queensland women from domestic and family violence and hold perpetrators to account.

Sport Minister Stirling Hinchliffe with artist Dr Bianca Beetson and Adrian Coolwell in front of 'Welcome' at Suncorp Stadium.
Mon 09 May 22 at 03:00 PM

‘Welcome’ celebration of friendly battles

Welcome, an Indigenous artwork recognising Suncorp Stadium’s heritage as a gathering place for friendly battles has been unveiled ahead of this weekend’s NRL Magic Round.

New community-led alliance to boost engagement with LGBTIQ+ community
Mon 09 May 22 at 12:56 PM

New community-led alliance to boost engagement with LGBTIQ+ community

The Palaszczuk Government will continue its strong record of supporting the state’s vibrant LGBTIQ+ community, with the LGBTIQ+ Roundtable to continue with a new community-led alliance to be established to boost engagement with Queenslanders of diverse sexualities and genders.

New wheels for Fortitude Valley Bike Squad
Mon 09 May 22 at 10:48 AM

New wheels for Fortitude Valley Bike Squad

The Fortitude Valley Police Bike Squad is ramping up its pedal-power after taking delivery of a new fleet of bicycles.

Road safety plea after nine lives lost in three days
Mon 09 May 22 at 10:37 AM

Road safety plea after nine lives lost in three days

Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey has renewed calls for safe driving after a tragic weekend on Queensland roads.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOLLOWING NORTHERN AND CENTRAL-WESTERN QUEENSLAND FLOODS
Mon 09 May 22 at 10:04 AM

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOLLOWING NORTHERN AND CENTRAL-WESTERN QUEENSLAND FLOODS

Disaster assistance is now available in ten Local Government Areas after intense rainfall resulted in widespread flooding throughout much of Northern and Central-Western Queensland in April.

Queensland’s animal welfare laws to be amended
Sun 08 May 22 at 10:05 AM

Queensland’s animal welfare laws to be amended

Prong collars and other inhumane practices would be banned as part of the biggest reforms of animal welfare laws in Queensland in more than 20 years.

Professional guidance program takes arts careers to next level
Fri 06 May 22 at 04:44 PM

Professional guidance program takes arts careers to next level

Queensland artists and arts workers can boost their careers and reach new goals from today with the 2022 Creative Business Champions program now open.

Roosters hatch Grand Final legacy
Fri 06 May 22 at 03:30 PM

Roosters hatch Grand Final legacy

The Sydney Roosters and the Gold Coast Titans are in Mackay this weekend to kick off Queensland’s NRL 2021 Grand Final legacy.

Architectural illustration of the Athletics Australia National Throws Centre of Excellence to be built at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC)
Fri 06 May 22 at 02:50 PM

New centre for medal-winning throws

Construction is about to begin on a new $2.7 million centre of excellence at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) for the State’s shot put, discus, javelin and decathlon stars of the future.

Advantages keep coming from popular arts funding
Fri 06 May 22 at 02:26 PM

Advantages keep coming from popular arts funding

Five vibrant arts and cultural projects will make a positive impact on people, places and communities thanks to Palaszczuk Government funding of $226,080 through Round 6 of Queensland Arts Showcase Program (QASP) – Arts Advantage stream.

"GIVIT up' for domestic and family violence survivors this Mother's Day
Fri 06 May 22 at 11:37 AM

"GIVIT up' for domestic and family violence survivors this Mother's Day

Queenslanders can deliver the perfect gift to vulnerable people experiencing or escaping domestic and family violence by donating through GIVIT this Mother’s Day.