Media Statements
Revitalised program to get Queenslanders Back to Work
The Palaszczuk Government’s revitalised $140 million Back to Work employment program that will support thousands of Queenslanders to get - and keep – jobs is now open for applications.
New committee to focus on Bundaberg jobs
The Bundaberg region is to receive more support from the Palaszczuk Government to create jobs and grow local businesses and industries, with a dedicated Regional Jobs Committee coming to the area.
Check In Qld app deadline looms for local businesses
To help keep Queenslanders COVID safe, businesses across the state are being urged to register for the Check In Qld app, which becomes mandatory from Friday 9 July at 1am.
New AgTech Hub to drive innovation and jobs in agriculture
The new Bundaberg AgTech Hub is set to unlock the enormous potential of agricultural technology across the region and enable local farmers to explore the latest innovations.
Phone/seatbelt cameras out to catch drivers anywhere, anytime
Roadside cameras that can catch drivers using their phones behind the wheel or not wearing a seatbelt will be permanently rolled out on Queensland roads later this month.
North Coast Region welcomes Mobile Police Beat to fleet
Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services the Honourable Mark Ryan joined Deputy Commissioner Doug Smith to launch the Buderim Mobile Police Beat in the North Coast Region.
Record exports of LNG leave Gladstone in 2020-21
Queensland’s success managing the COVID-19 pandemic has been reflected in the state’s LNG exports, with an annual record shipped out from Gladstone in 2020-21.
Southern Queensland Correctional Centre transition to public operation completed
Signifying an historic milestone, Southern Queensland Correctional Centre (SQCC) has successfully transitioned to public operation.
Palaszczuk Govt secures future for Australia-Singapore military training areas
The Palaszczuk Government has struck a deal to secure land for training of Australian and Singaporean military personnel in North and Central Queensland.
Grant program opens further opportunities for Queensland women and girls
Round two of the Investing in Queensland Women grant program is now open to organisations delivering female focused initiatives aiding them in their economic recovery.
Queensland leads nation on farm workers while LNP sows seeds of confusion
While the Queensland Government is leading the way on sourcing agricultural labour for farmers, the State LNP is in a state of confusion.
Smart Ticketing’s Indigenous influence hits spotlight for NAIDOC Week
TransLink’s $371 million Smart Ticketing project will continue its celebration of First Nations people and culture during NAIDOC Week festivities.