Media Statements

Queensland’s publicly-owned energy companies will be recruiting around 40 new field crew members to support electricity customers across regional communities
Wed 27 Oct 21 at 08:30 AM

New Ergon Energy jobs available across Queensland

Queensland’s publicly-owned energy companies will be recruiting around 40 new field crew members to support electricity customers across regional communities.

Super law passes to create Queensland financial powerhouse
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 06:16 PM

Super law passes to create Queensland financial powerhouse

The Palaszczuk Government has paved the way for a financial powerhouse to be established in Queensland, after legislation supporting the merger of QSuper and Sunsuper was passed by Parliament today.

Charters Towers becomes 20th Small Business Friendly Council
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 02:30 PM

Charters Towers becomes 20th Small Business Friendly Council

Charters Towers Regional Council has become the twentieth council to sign the Small Business Friendly Council charter, joining the pledge to support small businesses in the region.

Director of the University of Queensland's Sustainable Minerals Institute Professor Neville Plint and Minister for Resources Scott Stewart just after signing the agreement. Joined by (L-R) the University of Queensland's Professor Rick Valenta, and the Department of Resources' Dr Helen Degeling and Tony Knight. JOGMEC delegates who joined via video conference not pictured.
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 11:58 AM

Trash to treasure: copper mine waste could hold key to renewable revolution

Queensland copper mine waste could deliver a key ingredient for the renewable energy revolution thanks to a three-year international study.

Sexual Violence Action plan launched
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 11:36 AM

Sexual Violence Action plan launched

The Palaszczuk Government has today released a new whole-of-government action plan as part of an ongoing commitment to prevent and respond to all forms of sexual violence in the community.

Runway cleared for return of international students
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 11:29 AM

Runway cleared for return of international students

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the return of international students to study in Queensland in 2022.

Curiocity for the World Science Festival Brisbane 2022 as Dates Confirmed
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 10:21 AM

Curiocity for the World Science Festival Brisbane 2022 as Dates Confirmed

World Science Festival Brisbane returns to Queensland in March 2022, with its dynamic mix of scientific surprises, fun discoveries and a new partnership with Curiocity Brisbane

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT SIGNED FOR DELIVERY OF NORFOLK ISLAND SERVICES
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 10:03 AM

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT SIGNED FOR DELIVERY OF NORFOLK ISLAND SERVICES

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Mackay MP Julieanne Gilbert outside the new Mackay City Substation - built to withstand a one in 200-year flood event.
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 03:30 PM

New Mackay substation to sit high and dry

With storm season already upon the Sugar City, locals can be assured their future energy supply has been designed with extreme weather in mind.

Seeking not-for-profits for powerful grants
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 03:15 PM

Seeking not-for-profits for powerful grants

Queensland community groups working on disaster, social, economic, and mental health resilience projects are being encouraged to apply for a part of the $100,000 Ergon-Energex Community Fund.

In North Queensland, a Celebrating Reconciliation Grant supported Cowboys fans to explore the heritage and culture of First Nations peoples with a cultural walk to open the team’s Deadly Choices Round.
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 02:28 PM

Grants open for Queensland reconciliation celebrations

Queenslanders are encouraged to apply now for a share in the Palaszczuk Government’s $150,000 Celebrating Reconciliation Grants Program 2022.

Queensland hits 60 per cent double dose milestone on Super Saturday
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 01:40 PM

Queensland hits 60 per cent double dose milestone on Super Saturday

Queensland has hit the 60 per cent double dose milestone as Queensland Health delivered 43,716 COVID-19 vaccinations over the weekend.Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said 28,994 vaccine doses were delivered on Super Saturday.