Media Statements
Tue 12 Oct 21 at 02:26 PM
New Resources to support disaster preparedness for Queenslanders with disability
Queenslanders with disability will be placed front and centre in disaster management and preparedness activities, with a suite of new resources available to prepare for disasters and guide the response of emergency services.
Tue 12 Oct 21 at 01:33 PM
Palaszczuk Government to build new renewable hydrogen plant near Chinchilla
Renewable hydrogen will be produced on the Darling Downs in less than two years with the Palaszczuk Government announcing plans for a demonstration facility near Chinchilla.
Tue 12 Oct 21 at 12:59 PM
Central Queensland leads the way in clean energy
The Palaszczuk Government and Rio Tinto have signed a statement of cooperation to seize the opportunities presented by clean energy and make Central Queensland an industrial and renewable energy powerhouse.
Mon 11 Oct 21 at 11:30 AM
Beekeeping allowed to continue in Queensland national parks for now
The Queensland Government has approved the preparation of legislative amendments to grant a 20-year extension to allow beekeeping to continue in national parks until 2044.
Mon 11 Oct 21 at 10:51 AM
Premier welcomes Gibson Island hydrogen study
Queensland’s role as a global leader in the manufacture of renewable hydrogen has taken another big step forward with manufacturer Incitec Pivot reaching an agreement with Fortescue Future Industries to study the feasibility of green ammonia production.
Mon 11 Oct 21 at 08:45 AM
Queenslanders encouraged to Get Ready
Queenslanders are being urged to start preparing for disaster season and the wide range of extreme weather events that can impact our state including bushfires, storms, floods and cyclones.
Sun 10 Oct 21 at 02:28 PM
Queenslanders pay tribute to fallen firies on Firefighters Remembrance Day
Queenslanders have paused for Firefighters Remembrance Day, held on the 10th day, of the 10th month, to remember and honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Sun 10 Oct 21 at 11:33 AM
One of the world’s largest hydrogen equipment manufacturing hubs set for Gladstone
One of the world’s largest hydrogen-equipment manufacturing facility is planned for Gladstone as part of a new partnership between the Palaszczuk Government and leading renewable energy and hydrogen company Fortescue Future Industries (FFI).
Sat 09 Oct 21 at 03:40 PM
Orange Army volunteers recognised at SES Week Awards
Dedicated State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from South Eastern Region were recognised for their efforts to help Queenslanders at an awards ceremony today, with 107 awards presented to worthy recipients.
Sat 09 Oct 21 at 03:30 PM
Orange Army volunteers recognised at SES Week Awards
Dedicated State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from Central Region were recognised for their efforts to help Queenslanders at an awards ceremony today.
Sat 09 Oct 21 at 03:20 PM
Orange Army volunteers recognised at SES Week Awards
More than 100 dedicated State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers from Northern Region were recognised for their efforts to help Queenslanders at an awards ceremony today.
Sat 09 Oct 21 at 03:10 PM
North Coast’s top State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers were recognised at an awards ceremony to officially launch SES Week today.