Media Statements

Low interest loans are now available for Queensland primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profit organisations in local government areas facing a massive clean-up operation in the aftermath of the flooding in Queensland.

Racing Minister Grace Grace has today announced $500,000 in flood relief for the Queensland racing industry.

An Emergency Housing Security Stakeholders meeting was held in Brisbane this week, bringing together the state government and key representatives from the housing and homelessness sector, to discuss the housing challenges created by the recent flooding event

Queensland’s public hospitals have maintained their high standards and dedication to patient care in the face of rising demand on health services.

Education Minister Grace Grace has thanked school communities in South East Queensland for the ongoing clean up efforts following the impacts of storms and flooding.

Minister for Industrial Relations Grace Grace has urged workers, helpers and homeowners to clean up safely following Queensland’s recent deluge which has left many properties and businesses flooded.

Queensland has announced a new strategy dedicated to reducing the impact of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease in Queensland.

The Queensland Government has committed to improving the health outcomes of millions of Australians under a long-term obesity strategy released today.

The State Government is continuing to roll out support to flood-affected areas across the south-east, with the next community recovery hub now open in Ipswich.

Train services on the Gold Coast will resume tomorrow to support essential workers, as Queensland Rail continues its recovery efforts.

The Palaszczuk Government’s flood disaster recovery efforts are continuing to roll out, with community recovery hubs opening in affected areas today, helping to provide financial assistance and support services to eligible residents affected by recent severe weather and flooding.

Shovels have hit the ground on the Gold Coast Disaster and Emergency Management Centre at Ashmore, a new dedicated facility for the city’s emergency services during times of natural disaster or emergency.