Media Statements
2020 Budget caring for Queensland communities
The Palaszczuk Government’s 2020 Budget delivers a plan for Queensland’s economic recovery creating jobs and infrastructure to protect, assist and safeguard Queensland communities.
Budget builds skills for Queensland’s future
The Queensland Government has announced an investment of more than $1 billion in the 2020-21 State Budget for training and skills initiatives focussed on preparing Queenslanders for the jobs of the future.
Budget fast-tracks tourism recovery
A further $74 million will be invested in the 2020-21 Budget to help fast-track the restoration of jobs and the economic recovery of Queensland’s tourism industry.
Budget delivers Queensland’s plan for Economic Recovery
The Palaszczuk Government’s Budget handed down today continues Queensland’s Economic Recovery plan, creating economic development opportunities and jobs across regional Queensland.
QLD budget drives resources exploration and jobs
Queensland is set for a resources exploration surge with the 2020-21 budget delivering more than $29 million in exploration grants, initiatives and COVID-19 support over the next few years
Queenslanders win half-billion stake in renewable revolution
Queenslanders will own a stake in the renewable revolution with the 2020-21 Budget investing $500 million to support the development of renewable energy projects.
$200 million to be invested in future training
The State Government is investing $200 million in a range of skills initiatives to help train and retrain Queenslanders for in-demand jobs over the next four years.
Sheep industry, biosecurity, recreational fishers supported in State Budget
Queensland’s sheep industry, agricultural biosecurity and recreational fishing are winners out of Queensland’s 2020-21 State Budget.
Queensland Corrective Services budget to further enhance safety of Queensland
The safety and security of Queensland’s prisons will be further enhanced in the 2020-2021 financial year with a range of significant infrastructure investments to boost capacity.
Queensland Budget delivers for frontline fire and emergency services
Minister for Fire and Emergency Services Mark Ryan today outlined a five-year initiative to enhance and sustain Queensland Fire and Emergency Services’ ability to plan for and respond to incidents and major disasters.
Healthy Reef, Healthy Environment, Healthy Economy
$40 million will be invested in Budget 2020-21 to protect the Great Barrier Reef and other natural assets throughout the state by the Palaszczuk Government.
State Budget keeps Queensland Racing on track
The 2020-21 State Budget will deliver a $42 million shot in the arm for Queensland’s racing industry.