Media Statements
Wed 11 May 22 at 02:10 PM
Queensland signs hydrogen agreement with massive European port
Queensland is powering ahead in the new global renewable energy era, taking another significant step towards exporting green hydrogen to Europe’s largest port.
Wed 11 May 22 at 09:50 AM
16 finalists honoured in milestone year for Queensland Reconciliation Awards
Sixteen outstanding finalists have been shortlisted for the 2022 Queensland Reconciliation Awards, honouring innovative and impactful initiatives advancing reconciliation across Queensland.
Wed 11 May 22 at 09:43 AM
Commission of Inquiry to examine Queensland Police Service responses to domestic and family violence
Her Honour Judge Deborah Richards will be appointed to lead the Commission of Inquiry to examine Queensland Police Service responses to domestic and family violence.
Tue 10 May 22 at 06:33 PM
Greater say for young people in care
Changes passed in Queensland parliament today will amplify the voices of children and young people in decisions that affect them.
Tue 10 May 22 at 02:32 PM
Education Minister sends her best wishes to students for NAPLAN
Education Minister Grace Grace has wished all participating students the best of luck while they sit NAPLAN tests over the next two weeks.“I send my best wishes to around 279,000 Queensland students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 across 1,773 schools who will sit the test this year online,” Minister Grace said.“My advice for students is to relax, stay calm and simply do your best.“It hasn’t been an easy time for our students, but our NAPLAN results last year held up well de...
Tue 10 May 22 at 02:08 PM
Mentoring program celebrates 20 years of supporting small business
The Queensland Government’s Mentoring for Growth (M4G) program will mark its 20th year of supporting small businesses by hosting its 3040th mentoring session during Queensland Small Business Month.
Tue 10 May 22 at 01:19 PM
Business Basics Grants to relaunch next week
The third round of the Business Basic Grants, which was placed on hold due to a nation-wide outage with the online portal SmartyGrants, will relaunch next week.
Tue 10 May 22 at 09:49 AM
Women’s voices heard: Historic overhaul in addressing Domestic and Family Violence
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced an historic overhaul of laws and practices to better protect Queensland women from domestic and family violence and hold perpetrators to account.
Mon 09 May 22 at 03:00 PM
‘Welcome’ celebration of friendly battles
Welcome, an Indigenous artwork recognising Suncorp Stadium’s heritage as a gathering place for friendly battles has been unveiled ahead of this weekend’s NRL Magic Round.
Mon 09 May 22 at 12:56 PM
New community-led alliance to boost engagement with LGBTIQ+ community
The Palaszczuk Government will continue its strong record of supporting the state’s vibrant LGBTIQ+ community, with the LGBTIQ+ Roundtable to continue with a new community-led alliance to be established to boost engagement with Queenslanders of diverse sexualities and genders.
Mon 09 May 22 at 10:48 AM
New wheels for Fortitude Valley Bike Squad
The Fortitude Valley Police Bike Squad is ramping up its pedal-power after taking delivery of a new fleet of bicycles.
Mon 09 May 22 at 10:37 AM
Road safety plea after nine lives lost in three days
Transport and Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey has renewed calls for safe driving after a tragic weekend on Queensland roads.