News from Queensland
June 18: The number of foster and kinship carers and child safety investigations in Queensland continue to rise, according to new child safety data released today. Minister for Children, Youth… Continue reading Child safety investigations and foster carer numbers rise
June 17: From 1am Saturday 19 June, anyone travelling to Queensland from New Zealand or another state or Territory within Australia will need to make an online travel declaration. Minister… Continue reading New travel declaration required for entering Queensland
June 17: More than $1 million will be shared by 17 projects celebrating Queensland’s multiculturalism with a focus on young people and economic and social participation. Multicultural Affairs Minister Leanne… Continue reading Projects share $1 million to celebrate multicultural Queensland
June 16: After helping more than 36,000 Queenslander into jobs, the Palaszczuk Government is making its highly successful Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative permanent with ongoing funding of $80 million each… Continue reading Skilling Queenslanders for Work program opening soon
June 14: State Emergency Service (SES) Director Brian Cox has been awarded the Emergency Services Medal for his exemplary resourcefulness, initiative and leadership as part of the 2021 Queen’s Birthday… Continue reading SES Director’s commitment to safety recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
June 15: Queensland’s health response to COVID-19 and its strong plan for economic recovery sees the state now leading the nation for jobs and growth. That’s the message from Premier… Continue reading 2021-22 budget shows Queensland’s Economic Recovery Plan is working
June 14: Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) Chief Superintendents Brad Commens and Tony Johnstone have been recognised for their outstanding contributions to disaster response on this year’s Queens Birthday… Continue reading Queen’s Birthday honours for QFES leaders shaping disaster capability
June 12: The Palaszczuk Government is helping to bring more once-in-a-lifetime blockbuster exhibitions to Queensland, with a $6 million injection over three years included in next week’s State Budget as… Continue reading Queensland’s blockbuster reputation reaches new heights
June 10: 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… Continue reading Doomben vaccination hub opens as Queensland nears 1 million COVID doses
June 10: 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… Continue reading Funding for next year’s Queensland Day events
June 9: Seven outstanding individuals and a medical research institution have joined the list of Queensland Greats, honoured for their philanthropy, innovation, advocacy and cultural impact in Queensland and abroad.… Continue reading Eight new Queensland Greats
June 7: A new Richmond bridge and bypass will now become a reality, cutting travel time and creating jobs, following an additional $250 million investment from the Morrison and Berejiklian… Continue reading New Richmond bridge and bypass to cut traffic and create jobs
