Media Statements

Industry heavyweights set to develop a blueprint for Qld’s tourism recovery
Thu 18 Mar 21 at 06:00 AM

Industry heavyweights set to develop a blueprint for Qld’s tourism recovery

The Palaszczuk Government has today formed an Industry Reference Panel to chart a COVID‑19 recovery course for the former $25.5 billion Queensland tourism industry.
Energy Minister Mick de Brenni congratulates Sumitomo Corporation's Yoshikazu Ishikawa in Gladstone.
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 01:31 PM

Landmark signing marks international confidence in Queensland hydrogen

Queensland’s hydrogen credentials have hit another milestone with the signing of a memorandum of understanding with a major Japanese multinational in Gladstone today.
IGS tech centre build next gen entrepreneurs
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 11:06 AM

IGS tech centre build next gen entrepreneurs

Queensland’s next generation of science and technology entrepreneurs are being ‘incubated’ at Ipswich Grammar, thanks to a $10.5 million cutting edge facility officially opened today.
Regional reps to bolster Bruce Trust
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 10:45 AM

Regional reps to bolster Bruce Trust

The Palaszczuk Government has put the call out to regional Queenslanders to help shape the future of jobs, economic recovery and upgrades on Queensland’s critical artery: the Bruce Highway.
Funding accelerates vital infrastructure
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 09:21 AM

Funding accelerates vital infrastructure

The Palaszczuk Government will release a new State Infrastructure Strategy to support Queensland’s economic recovery.
More funding for feral pest control supports the regions
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 08:25 AM

More funding for feral pest control supports the regions

Cash grants worth $1.4 million for getting rid of feral pests are now available under Round 6 of the Queensland Feral Pest Initiative (QFPI).
Fine project forecast to improve forecasts
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 08:20 AM

Fine project forecast to improve forecasts

The Lockyer Valley and Darling Downs are on the frontline for the first phase of a pilot program to improve weather forecasts for agricultural producers.
Cairns Convention Centre refurbishment works near completion
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 06:05 AM

Cairns Convention Centre refurbishment works near completion

A 544-strong local workforce is busy putting the finishing touches on the multi-million-dollar refurbishment of the Cairns Convention Centre.
Fee relief for Cairns reef operators extended
Wed 17 Mar 21 at 06:00 AM

Fee relief for Cairns reef operators extended

The Palaszczuk Government has extended financial support for Cairns tourism businesses.
Experienced executive appointed to fill Sunwater chair role
Tue 16 Mar 21 at 04:12 PM

Experienced executive appointed to fill Sunwater chair role

Former Queensland Government departmental head and experienced board director Dan Hunt has been appointed interim Chairman of the Board for Sunwater Limited.
Queensland backs a world-leading medical product
Tue 16 Mar 21 at 12:00 PM

Queensland backs a world-leading medical product

An innovative world-leading wearable health device will be produced in Queensland.
Rainforest to be restored at The Spit
Tue 16 Mar 21 at 11:55 AM

Rainforest to be restored at The Spit

A bold rainforest restoration project will protect and improve 37 hectares of critically endangered littoral rainforest and coastal vegetation at The Spit for future generations.