Media Statements

The Hon Tanya Plibersek MP, Minister for the Environment and WaterThe Hon Meaghan Scanlon MP, Queensland Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef

Minister for the Arts Leeanne Enoch launched the 2023 World Science Festival Brisbane (WSFB) program, which returns from 22 to 26 March and will transform the city with a galaxy-full of scientific knowledge, innovation and possibilities for Queenslanders to explore.

The Queensland Government has funded more than 100 school-based organic waste reduction projects, encouraging the next generation to get excited about composting and reducing green waste and food scraps from entering landfill.

Young people from across Queensland who want to make their voices heard and empower their communities are urged to apply to participate in the 2023 YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament, with applications open today.

Two key infrastructure projects valued at $88.5 million that will significantly enhance the capacity of Gold Coast University Hospital and Robina Hospital are one step closer with two construction companies locked in to deliver the works.

Queensland is powering ahead as a global magnet for clean energy investment, with Japan’s largest oil company starting green hydrogen production in Brisbane.

A new high-tech, high-performance complex at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) is priming Queensland stars of discus, shot put, javelin, hammer throw and decathlon for international medal success.

The Palaszczuk Government is pouring $10.8 million into helping Rockhampton Regional Council continue to truck drinking water from Gracemere to Mount Morgan.

The first headline acts of the Palaszczuk Government’s $20 million Queensland Music Trails will hit the road in April and May to support Queensland jobs in tourism and the arts.

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT

Bowen TAFE’s state-of-the-art Agricultural Centre of Excellence was officially opened today in a major boost for North Queensland’s agricultural sector to help upskill its workforce.

A new era in Queensland tourism and aviation has launched with Sunshine Coast-based Bonza starting flights to and from 17 destinations, including nine in regional Queensland.