Media Statements

A new bill introduced into Parliament today will provide more certainty to Queensland’s vital resources industry as it helps lead the State to economic recovery.

The Palaszczuk Government has reaffirmed its commitment that Queensland households should bear no extra costs for putting out their wheelie bins as it looks to strengthen its successful waste levy program.

The first section of the Queens Wharf Neville Bonner pedestrian bridge was positioned at South Bank today, ready to cross the river and connect to the Brisbane CBD.

After helping more than 36,000 Queenslanders to into jobs, the Palaszczuk Government is making its highly successful Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative permanent with ongoing funding of $80 million each year.

The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to provide vital support to Queensland communities and the digital economy as part of the state’s economic recovery plan, with today’s State Budget revealing investment in drought support, community transport, mobile black spots and cyber security.

The Palaszczuk Government will support regional councils to improve water supply and security across the state by committing $70 million to a new round of Building our Regions funding in the State Budget.

The CS Energy board has advised me that it has determined the arrangements for the investigation into the Callide incident, including that it will be led by forensic engineer Dr Sean Brady

Minister for Corrective Services Mark Ryan said jobs, safety and security would receive a significant boost in the State Budget with more than $1 billion allocated to Queensland Corrective Services for 2021-22, an increase of $32.2 million on the last financial year.

The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to support the arts sector, with more than $90 million invested in today’s State Budget to help drive economic recovery and create jobs.

A boost in funding for out-of-home care for vulnerable children, continued investment in reducing youth offending to keep our communities safe, and promoting inclusive communities have all featured in the 2021–22 State Budget.

The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to deliver for seniors and people with disabilities as part of the state’s economic recovery plan, with today’s State Budget showcasing its investment in support services.

The Palaszczuk Government will spend $1.4 billion on delivering frontline justice services to protect the safety of Queenslanders in this Budget.