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Minister for Police and Corrective Services and Minister for Fire and Emergency Services the Honourable Mark Ryan MP today joined Commissioner Katarina Carroll to induct 110 recruits into the Queensland Police Service (QPS).

With more than 15 years’ experience working in executive roles with the Northern Territory and federal governments, Luke Twyford has today been appointed as the new Principal Commissioner of the Queensland Family and Child Commission (QFCC).

A new phone app is now available to make it easier for Queenslanders to recognise domestic violence and safely take action to support their friend or family member.

To keep the community safe, regulated dogs must wear a specific type of distinctive red and yellow striped collar starting in the new year.

Minister for Police, Mark Ryan and Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll have today launched a proactive safety initiative in Cairns targeting anti-social behaviour impacting local businesses and the community.

With new measures taking effect to keep Queenslanders safe in pubs, clubs and cafes from Friday, the Palaszczuk Government is asking everyone to show respect for workers when they are asked to show proof of vaccination.

A concept design for the Tiaro Bypass has now been completed, which shows how a new four-lane section of the Bruce Highway east of Tiaro could look.

Dreamworld’s newest attraction, the Steel Taipan, opens today, with the rollercoaster poised to deliver a $30 million boost for the Gold Coast visitor economy.

A new $3.8 million social housing complex supporting vulnerable Queenslanders has officially opened its doors in Townsville.

Two protected Australian lungfish kept illegally at a Gympie property have been given a new home, in a partnership between the Queensland Government and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium.

Queensland summers and crab fishing go together and recreational fishers are reminded to always follow the rules of responsible crabbing, including the proper use of fishing gear.