Media Statements

School homework centres help students get ahead
Thu 13 May 21 at 02:13 PM

School homework centres help students get ahead

First steps are underway to set up the Palaszczuk Government’s 120 new free after-school homework centres - an $8 million commitment at the 2020 election.
 Outback Queensland Masters sells out
Thu 13 May 21 at 01:10 PM

Outback Queensland Masters sells out

Outback Queensland’s iconic Masters golf event has sold out a month before tee-off in a boost for outback tourism.
Clean energy generator to power North West industry and jobs
Thu 13 May 21 at 12:17 PM

Clean energy generator to power North West industry and jobs

New technology construction jobs will be up for grabs in the Mount Isa region to deliver the proposed innovative North West Queensland Hybrid Power Project (NWQHPP).
$30M boost to domestic and family violence services across Queensland
Thu 13 May 21 at 09:52 AM

$30M boost to domestic and family violence services across Queensland

The Palaszczuk Government is boosting support for victims of domestic, family and sexual violence with extra funding for services across the state.
Happy International Nurses Day
Wed 12 May 21 at 03:15 PM

Happy International Nurses Day

Today, Queenslanders are saying thanks to those at the heart of healthcare on International Nurses Day.
Government backs first responders in PTSD battle
Wed 12 May 21 at 02:41 PM

Government backs first responders in PTSD battle

The Palaszczuk Government has made it easier and quicker for Queensland first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to access support and compensation
Morrison’s rotten rip off twice as deep for Queensland
Tue 11 May 21 at 09:10 PM

Morrison’s rotten rip off twice as deep for Queensland

The Morrison Government’s 2021-22 budget has revealed the Federal LNP’s rotten rip off for Queensland is even worse than first feared, with half of the $1.6 billion for infrastructure not being delivered within the four years of the forward estimates.
Queensland gas to save southern states from shortfall
Tue 11 May 21 at 04:38 PM

Queensland gas to save southern states from shortfall

Queensland has come to the rescue of its southern counterparts with a major deal to bring more Queensland gas on to the domestic market ahead of a predicted shortfall.
Premier stands in solidarity with Queensland’s Indian community
Tue 11 May 21 at 03:02 PM

Premier stands in solidarity with Queensland’s Indian community

The Palaszczuk Government will donate $2 million to the Australian Red Cross on behalf of all Queenslanders to aid the response to the COVID-19 crisis in India.
Qld calls out Feds on working women
Tue 11 May 21 at 01:41 PM

Qld calls out Feds on working women

Queensland has called on the Morrison Government to restore financial support for services to help women with workplace issues, including sexual harassment.
Minister for Energy, Renewables and Hydrogen Mick de Brenni with Logan MP and proud EV owner Linus Power with the new chargers.
Tue 11 May 21 at 12:12 PM

Queensland Parliament charges for electric future

With electric vehicle sales skyrocketing across Queensland, the Palaszczuk Government has taken steps to ensure the People’s House is fit for a low-emissions transport future.
Grants open for business to bounce back better
Tue 11 May 21 at 10:30 AM

Grants open for business to bounce back better

Queensland’s small and medium businesses can now apply for grants of up to $50,000 to help them grow and create jobs.