Media Statements

Back-to-School vaccination blitz at more than 50 Queensland schools
Fri 28 Jan 22 at 11:53 AM

Back-to-School vaccination blitz at more than 50 Queensland schools

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced that pop-up vaccination clinics would return at more than 50 local schools to ensure that children can get vaccinated before the school year begins.
World Science Festival Brisbane programmed for scientific surprises in 2022
Fri 28 Jan 22 at 10:00 AM

World Science Festival Brisbane programmed for scientific surprises in 2022

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch today launched the 2022 World Science Festival Brisbane program, revealing a range of thought-provoking, fun, and immersive creative experiences showcasing the connection between the arts and science.
Cairns to Northern Tablelands Access Strategy released
Fri 28 Jan 22 at 09:16 AM

Cairns to Northern Tablelands Access Strategy released

A study to investigate transport routes between Cairns and the Northern Tablelands has been released, to assist in future planning for the region.
Cairns Marine Precinct future
Fri 28 Jan 22 at 09:02 AM

Cairns Marine Precinct future

The future of the Cairns Marine Precinct could include a Common User Facility to boost opportunities for industry and local maritime businesses, the Cairns Marine Precinct Infrastructure Investment Business Case revealed today.
Time is running out to have your say on the next SUP ban
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 06:02 PM

Time is running out to have your say on the next SUP ban

Time is about to run out if you want to have your say on what single-use plastic items should be banned next.
Ministerial call in for Recycling Park in Ipswich
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 05:24 PM

Ministerial call in for Recycling Park in Ipswich

Today the Planning Minister, after receiving detailed advice from the Planning Department, confirmed the call in of a recycling park proposed by Wanless at Ebenezer.
Patrick Yeatman (L) and Horace Friday (R) collect seeds of native plants for the rehabilitation of the Collingwood Tin mine site
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 04:31 PM

Brighter future beckons for Collingwood tin site

Native plants and a safe, usable site will eventually replace the abandoned Collingwood Tin mine site near Cooktown, thanks to a partnership between Traditional Owners and the Palaszczuk Government.
Next generation of health heroes to help ease hospital pressures
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 02:46 PM

Next generation of health heroes to help ease hospital pressures

Across Queensland medical interns and graduate nurses will launch the next stage of their careers.
Snakes alive! Banned invasive reptile seized in Ipswich
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 12:22 PM

Snakes alive! Banned invasive reptile seized in Ipswich

Biosecurity officers have seized a prohibited exotic snake found at large in an Ipswich home.
Wind turbines welcomed into the Port of Cairns
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 12:19 PM

Wind turbines welcomed into the Port of Cairns

The first massive wind turbine blades for the $373 million Kaban Green Power Hub have arrived at the Port of Cairns.
Last chance for flood-affected residents to apply for emergency grants
Thu 27 Jan 22 at 11:38 AM

Last chance for flood-affected residents to apply for emergency grants

More than $272,000 in grants have been distributed to more than 1200 Fraser Coast, Gympie and North Burnett region residents affected by recent flooding, to help cover the costs of essential items such as food, clothing and medication.
Queensland’s health heroes honoured
Wed 26 Jan 22 at 02:05 PM

Queensland’s health heroes honoured

Paramedics, community health leaders and medical specialists are among those recognised for their outstanding service and dedication in the 2022 Australia Day Honours.