Media Statements
Tue 07 Apr 20 at 07:30 AM
COVID-19 support for Queenslanders with disability
Queenslanders with disability are being supported through the COVID-19 outbreak, with the Queensland Government and partner organisations working together to ensure vital services remain available and key information is accessible.
Mon 06 Apr 20 at 05:48 PM
Queensland COVID-19 – Monday, April 6
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said a welcome downward trend in new coronavirus cases was continuing, while testing for community transmissions will be expanded.
Mon 06 Apr 20 at 05:01 PM
$17.5 million plan to protect families of health heroes
Thousands of Queensland’s frontline health workers could be provided free accommodation if they want to self-isolate.
Sun 05 Apr 20 at 06:28 PM
Queensland COVID-19 Update – Sunday, April 5
Today’s relatively low rate of increase in coronavirus cases is welcome news but also reinforces the need to maintain social distancing to contain the spread.
Sun 05 Apr 20 at 01:35 PM
Queensland manufacturers Evolve in time of need
Queensland manufacturers are stepping up like never before to provide essential products for health workers and communities in response to the coronavirus.
Sun 05 Apr 20 at 10:00 AM
Mighty manufacturers #MakingItForQLD
Queensland manufacturers who are mobilising and repurposing to support the state during the COVID-19 crisis are being asked to share their inspiring stories as part of the #MakingItForQLD campaign.
Fri 03 Apr 20 at 05:53 PM
Queensland COVID-19 Update – Friday, April 3
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has applauded Queenslanders for responding positively to community measures in the joint battle against COVID-19.
Fri 03 Apr 20 at 05:17 PM
Prime Minister urged to save students “stranded” in Queensland
The Palaszczuk Government has today called on the Federal Government to urgently roll out support for more than 100,000 international students stuck in Queensland during the coronavirus pandemic. Currently, Australian students who are affected by COVID-19 are eligible for unemployment benefits and rental assistance and Medicare from the Federal Government. Ministerial Champion for International Education Kate Jones today called on Prime Minister to extend the same benefits to international stude...
Fri 03 Apr 20 at 03:30 PM
Six new paramedics for Mackay to boost COVID-19 frontline response
The fight against COVID-19 continues with additional Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) officers fast-tracked into Queensland communities to assist in the pandemic response.
Fri 03 Apr 20 at 02:32 PM
Mackay Health Heroes combatting the COVID-19 crisis
Mackay doctors, nurses, paramedics and health professionals are expected to receive up to $70 million in extra funding to ramp up their COVID-19 preparations thanks to the Palaszczuk Government.
Fri 03 Apr 20 at 12:36 PM
Calls grow for big business to pay on time
Queensland’s Minister for Employment and Small Business Shannon Fentiman is calling on big business to do the right thing and pay their small business suppliers on time.
Thu 02 Apr 20 at 04:36 PM
Two new paramedics for Cairns to boost COVID-19 frontline response
The fight against COVID-19 continues with additional Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS) officers fast-tracked into Queensland communities to assist in the pandemic response.