Media Statements

DUNCAN PEGG
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 12:00 PM

DUNCAN PEGG

I join with Lindsey, Graham and the Pegg family in expressing my deep sadness over the loss of my friend, Duncan Pegg.
Doomben vaccination hub opens as Queensland nears 1 million COVID doses
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 11:22 AM

Doomben vaccination hub opens as Queensland nears 1 million COVID doses

Doomben Racecourse is the latest addition to Queensland Health’s expanding network of COVID vaccination hubs.Health Minister Yvette D’Ath said Doomben was well-equipped to deliver the COVID vaccine to eligible Queenslanders.“Doomben is well known to many Queenslanders and has good transport links to ensure ease of access,” Minister D’Ath said.“It’s the perfect location for our growing network of vaccination hubs, which are vaccinating an ever-growing num...
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk with the 2021 Queensland Greats, one of the biggest state events following Queensland Day. Community groups can apply for funding for their own local Queensland Day event next year.
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 10:00 AM

Funding for next year's Queensland Day events

As Queenslanders continue to celebrate Queensland Day events in 2021, community groups throughout Queensland can already start planning for next year with the launch of the 2022 Queensland Day Sponsorship Program.
Cairns Hospital Emergency Department expansion fast tracked by six months
Thu 10 Jun 21 at 09:49 AM

Cairns Hospital Emergency Department expansion fast tracked by six months

The $26.4 million Cairns Hospital emergency department expansion will be fast tracked, with construction works now set to commence as early as September.
Government roundtable examines safe housing solutions for domestic and family violence victims
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 05:09 PM

Government roundtable examines safe housing solutions for domestic and family violence victims

The Palaszczuk Government held its first Housing and Domestic and Family Violence Roundtable this week – a new initiative to ensure Queensland women and children have access to safe and affordable housing.
Townsville set to be centre of the rugby league universe ahead of Origin 1
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 02:45 PM

Townsville set to be centre of the rugby league universe ahead of Origin 1

Townsville is only hours away from becoming the first regional city in Australia to host a State of Origin blockbuster.
Media Alert - Health Minister Press Conference
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 02:23 PM

Media Alert - Health Minister Press Conference

Health Minister Yvette D'Ath and Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young will provide a COVID-19 update.
Queensland workers’ comp premiums remain lowest
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 01:41 PM

Queensland workers’ comp premiums remain lowest

Queensland businesses will continue to pay the lowest average workers’ compensation premiums in any state or territory, with average premiums remaining unchanged next year.
Funds available to help landholders save water in Great Artesian Basin
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 01:30 PM

Funds available to help landholders save water in Great Artesian Basin

Queensland landholders in the Great Artesian Basin can now apply for funds to cap and pipe bores in the state’s section of the underground freshwater resource.
 Veterans’ Oasis opens in Townsville
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 12:00 PM

Veterans’ Oasis opens in Townsville

A new one-stop support shop that has been years in the making has officially opened in Townsville today to provide ongoing support for veterans and their families.
Serial hoon’s Lamborghini up for auction
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 11:31 AM

Serial hoon’s Lamborghini up for auction

A customised Lamborghini coupe seized by police under Queensland’s tough anti-hoon laws will go up for auction next week.
Seaway Promenade at the Spit open to the Public
Wed 09 Jun 21 at 09:09 AM

Seaway Promenade at the Spit open to the Public

A new 700 meter walkway along the south wall of the Gold Coast Seaway at The Spit is now open to the public