Media Statements

Runway cleared for return of international students
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 11:29 AM

Runway cleared for return of international students

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the return of international students to study in Queensland in 2022.
Curiocity for the World Science Festival Brisbane 2022 as Dates Confirmed
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 10:21 AM

Curiocity for the World Science Festival Brisbane 2022 as Dates Confirmed

World Science Festival Brisbane returns to Queensland in March 2022, with its dynamic mix of scientific surprises, fun discoveries and a new partnership with Curiocity Brisbane
INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT SIGNED FOR DELIVERY OF NORFOLK ISLAND SERVICES
Tue 26 Oct 21 at 10:03 AM

INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT SIGNED FOR DELIVERY OF NORFOLK ISLAND SERVICES

JOINT STATEMENT
Mackay MP Julieanne Gilbert outside the new Mackay City Substation - built to withstand a one in 200-year flood event.
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 03:30 PM

New Mackay substation to sit high and dry

With storm season already upon the Sugar City, locals can be assured their future energy supply has been designed with extreme weather in mind.
Seeking not-for-profits for powerful grants
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 03:15 PM

Seeking not-for-profits for powerful grants

Queensland community groups working on disaster, social, economic, and mental health resilience projects are being encouraged to apply for a part of the $100,000 Ergon-Energex Community Fund.
In North Queensland, a Celebrating Reconciliation Grant supported Cowboys fans to explore the heritage and culture of First Nations peoples with a cultural walk to open the team’s Deadly Choices Round.
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 02:28 PM

Grants open for Queensland reconciliation celebrations

Queenslanders are encouraged to apply now for a share in the Palaszczuk Government’s $150,000 Celebrating Reconciliation Grants Program 2022.
Queensland hits 60 per cent double dose milestone on Super Saturday
Mon 25 Oct 21 at 01:40 PM

Queensland hits 60 per cent double dose milestone on Super Saturday

Queensland has hit the 60 per cent double dose milestone as Queensland Health delivered 43,716 COVID-19 vaccinations over the weekend.Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said 28,994 vaccine doses were delivered on Super Saturday.
Surf’s up! Be a life saver and get the jab
Sun 24 Oct 21 at 11:54 AM

Surf’s up! Be a life saver and get the jab

There will be even more opportunities to get the COVID-19 vaccine next weekend with clinics set to pop up at Surf Life Saving Clubs, theme parks and entertainment precincts.
Safety nightmares uncovered this fright night
Fri 22 Oct 21 at 05:03 PM

Safety nightmares uncovered this fright night

Avoid unwanted frights or serious surprises this Halloween by checking that costumes, decorations and novelties are safe and free of nasties.
Joint media release - Funding streaming into Big Rocks Weir
Thu 21 Oct 21 at 04:00 PM

Joint media release - Funding streaming into Big Rocks Weir

Queensland’s largest vaccination blitz planned for this Saturday
Thu 21 Oct 21 at 03:10 PM

Queensland’s largest vaccination blitz planned for this Saturday

The state’s largest vaccination blitz to date will take place this weekend and anyone yet to be vaccinated is encouraged to come forward and get their first dose.
Sexual Violence Liaison Officers to be established state-wide
Thu 21 Oct 21 at 03:09 PM

Sexual Violence Liaison Officers to be established state-wide

The Queensland Police Service is further enhancing the delivery of a victim-centric response to victims of sexual violence, with the introduction of the role of a Police Sexual Violence Liaison Officer.