Media Statements

Racing gives record $1.9 billion boost to Queensland economy
Fri 29 Apr 22 at 09:15 AM

Racing gives record $1.9 billion boost to Queensland economy

The economic contribution of the Queensland racing industry has soared 60% under the Palaszczuk Government to a record $1.9 billion, with a new report released today showing the industry supported nearly 14,000 jobs in the last financial year alone.
2nd Annual Small Business Friendly Conference  helps small businesses to make change
Fri 29 Apr 22 at 09:00 AM

2nd Annual Small Business Friendly Conference helps small businesses to make change

The 2nd Annual Small Business Friendly Conference being held in Townsville today was officially opened by Minister for Employment and Small Business Di Farmer, who also co-signed the Small Business Friendly charter with Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
Colleagues and loved ones remembered on Workers’ Memorial Day
Thu 28 Apr 22 at 03:09 PM

Colleagues and loved ones remembered on Workers’ Memorial Day

On Workers’ Memorial Day and World Day for Safety and Health at Work, those who have died at work have been remembered, with pledges made to keep current workers healthy and safe.
EPL delivers a Queensland win
Thu 28 Apr 22 at 03:05 PM

EPL delivers a Queensland win

English Premier League (EPL) clubs Leeds United and Aston Villa will compete for the Queensland Champions Cup in July alongside the Brisbane Roar.
Pumped hydro project a jobs gold mine
Thu 28 Apr 22 at 03:05 PM

Pumped hydro project a jobs gold mine

North Queensland’s Genex Kidston pumped hydro energy project is generating the first of up to 900 jobs as it powers through its latest construction milestone.
L-R Deputy Premier Steven Miles, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, Visy co-owners Heloise Pratt, Fiona Geminder, Treasurer Cameron Dick, Visy General Manager Innovation and Corporate Affairs Richard Macchiesi
Thu 28 Apr 22 at 11:47 AM

Glass manufacturing jobs protected and Olympic broadcasting site secured

More than 200 manufacturing jobs at Visy’s Brisbane glass factory have been protected by the Palaszczuk Government as part of a deal to secure a site for a key 2032 Olympic venue.
Chaperone fee free
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 04:41 PM

Chaperone fee free

Chaperones ride free on long-distance Greyhound coach services operating through regional Queensland.
New hubs a catalyst for regional science and innovation
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 04:15 PM

New hubs a catalyst for regional science and innovation

The Palaszczuk Government has launched the first of three regional science and innovation hubs at the Earth Day Environmental Education Expo in Toowoomba.
North Keppel Island Environmental Education Centre name change respects Indigenous history
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 04:10 PM

North Keppel Island Environmental Education Centre name change respects Indigenous history

Konomie Island Environmental Education Centre has been unveiled as the new official name of what was previously the North Keppel Island Environmental Education Centre, in a change that honours the island’s traditional Indigenous name.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CAPE YORK RAINFALL EVENT
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 04:00 PM

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CAPE YORK RAINFALL EVENT

Disaster assistance is now available to Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council, Torres Shire Council and Torres Strait Island Regional Council following severe storms and rainfall in February.
Tablelands Regional Water Assessment flows to next step
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 03:30 PM

Tablelands Regional Water Assessment flows to next step

Important planning for the future water needs of the Tablelands region is continuing as the Regional Water Assessment progresses to the next stage.
Important work on the water needs for the Southern and Darling Downs region progresses
Wed 27 Apr 22 at 03:30 PM

Important work on the water needs for the Southern and Darling Downs region progresses

Work is continuing on the Southern and Darling Downs Regional Water Assessment to enable the region to plan for the water needs of the future and drive economic development.