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Queensland launches climate action, jobs plan
Queenslanders are set to benefit from a stronger focus on more jobs in more industries and cleaner, cheaper energy under the state’s new climate and economic blueprint, released today.
Elective surgery surges in Queensland public hospitals
Queensland’s public hospitals are delivering increased elective surgery activity amid unprecedented demand for health services and a deadly global pandemic.Minister for Health and Ambulance Services Yvette D’Ath said Queensland Health’s latest June Quarter 2021 Performance Data also reveals record activity in the state’s busy emergency departments.
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Brisbane and Ipswich’s best training talent announced
A Sunnybank high school initiative supporting Year 12 students to transition to work or study has been selected as a Metropolitan regional winner in the 60th annual Queensland Training Awards.
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State hoists the sail on job-creating Hervey Bay harbour development
A $60 million investment in Hervey Bay tourism infrastructure has been kickstarted by the Palaszczuk Government, with the potential to create more than 200 local jobs and extensive economic opportunities for the Fraser Coast region.
New Kowanyama infrastructure to boost community accessibility
Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services, Mark Ryan MP joined Kowanyama community representatives today to officially open two important infrastructure projects supported by the Palaszczuk Government.
Work wraps up on Harley Street intersection upgrade
The $16.3 million upgrade of the Harley Street intersection at Kamerunga is open to traffic.
Palaszczuk Government delivers $163 million to create 351 new hospital beds
The Palaszczuk Government is delivering an extra $163.7 million to create 351 new beds across Queensland’s hospital network.
Mackay small business grants going back to basics
The Palaszczuk Government’s popular Business Basics grants are getting a $5 million top up, with $5,000 grants available for small businesses in Mackay.
Gladstone small business grants going back to basics
The Palaszczuk Government’s popular Business Basics grants are getting a $5 million top up, with $5,000 grants available for small businesses in Gladstone.
Fraser Coast small business grants going back to basics
The Palaszczuk Government’s popular Business Basics grants are getting a $5 million top up, with $5,000 grants available for small businesses on the Fraser Coast.
Townsville small business grants going back to basics
The Palaszczuk Government’s popular Business Basics grants are getting a $5 million top up, with $5,000 grants available for small businesses in Townsville and across North Queensland.
Three new magistrates appointed to Queensland Courts
Three new magistrates have today been appointed to courts in Brisbane, Charleville and Innisfail with one also to undertake the role of Brisbane Coroner.