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State investment in hackerspaces to fuel innovation and creation
Queenslanders will have access to more spaces where they can collaborate on the design and manufacturing of new products thanks to the Palaszczuk Government’s Hackerspace Grants program.
Sporting partnership helps put youth back on track
Youth Justice workers and the National Rugby League (NRL) have teamed up for the first time to help troubled teens in Bundaberg find a positive new direction.
Interest now open for Spit tourism and hospitality sites
The Palaszczuk Government has commenced the second expression of interest process for development sites on the iconic Gold Coast Spit.
Burnett irrigators have their say
Burnett farmers now have their own forum to contribute to water security plans for the region.
New $5 million Ipswich Defence Industry Hub geared up for business recruits
Queensland’s first Defence Industry Hub has officially opened in Ipswich, with the $5 million facility ready to recruit more businesses to the local defence supply chain.
Lights to shine on Gold Coast Turf Club business case
Horseracing on the Gold Coast is galloping towards having a world-class facility with three major players collaborating to finalise the business case for the Gold Coast Turf Club upgrade.
Government and industry united in tackling fall armyworm
Integrated pest management practices and regimes will be at the cornerstone of combined Queensland Government and agriculture industry efforts to combat the invasive pest, fall armyworm.
More skills for more industries
In a Queensland-first, businesses, employees and job-seekers will be able to access a new pilot initiative designed to provide targeted skills development training.
Community Youth Response under way in Cairns
The Palaszczuk Government is rolling out a community driven program in Cairns that has proven success in reducing youth crime, backed by a half million dollar investment.
Every Queensland state school to be air-conditioned
Every classroom, every library and every staff room in every Queensland state school will be air conditioned.
GOMA revs up for next summer blockbuster exhibition
A world-exclusive exhibition showcasing the art, design and history of the motorcycle is set to get motors running when it opens at Queensland’s Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) next summer.
Grant supports sugarcane waste research for Burdekin biorefinery
A future biorefinery which turns sugarcane waste into sustainable fuel will be the subject of a research and feasibility project thanks to a $500,000 grant from the Palaszczuk Government’s $5 million Waste to Biofutures (W2B) Fund.
Grant secures take-off for sustainable aviation fuel project
Queensland sugar cane waste and wood waste could be turned into sustainable aviation fuel thanks to a $159,000 grant from the Palaszczuk Government’s $5 million Waste to Biofutures (W2B) Fund.
Celebrating World NGO Day
Non-government organisations (NGOs) across Queensland are being feted today (27 Feb) on World NGO Day for their work protecting some of the youngest and most vulnerable Queenslanders.
Contract call out for next job-boosting Bruce upgrade between Brisbane and Sunshine Coast
Contracts are being advertised to deliver the next major Bruce Highway upgrade planned between Brisbane and Gympie.
Renewable hydrogen bonanza for Gladstone
An Australian first $4.2 million gas injection facility will be built in Gladstone to deliver renewable hydrogen into the city’s gas network, thanks to the first grant from the Queensland Government’s $15 million Hydrogen Industry Development Fund.
Eye on Gladstone for proposed gigawatt-scale green hydrogen and ammonia development
Gladstone has been selected as the location for The Hydrogen Utility’s (H2U) latest project, H2-HubTM Gladstone, a proposed multi-billion chemical complex for the production of green hydrogen and ammonia at industrial-scale.
New station increases Scenic Rim firefighting capacity
The $2.3 million Rathdowney Fire Station is officially open, increasing firefighting capacity in one of our state’s most bushfire-affected communities.
Pioneering spinal cord injury research gets $5.7m boost
The Palaszczuk Government has delivered a $5.7 million boost to world-leading Queensland research into developing cell-based therapy to treat spinal cord injuries.
Queenslanders kicking goals thanks to Skilling Queenslanders for Work
Applications are now open for the latest round of Skilling Queenslanders for Work.
Local builder chosen to construct new Townsville Women’s Centre
Construction is due to commence soon on the new Townsville Women’s Centre, with a local builder selected to lead the development of the Aitkenvale site.
Disaster assistance for more flood-impacted communities in Queensland
Disaster assistance is now available in Etheridge Shire Council and Whitsunday Regional Council to repair roads and other infrastructure following extreme monsoonal rainfall.
Local Farmers brand gives Sunshine Coast shoppers local produce guarantee
The Noosa and Kawana Farmers Markets have teamed up with local Sunshine Coast farmers to create a new brand to promote local produce.
Minister announces “one stop shop” for contracts on Cross River Rail
Cross River Rail Minister Kate Jones announced today more than 200 companies across South East Queensland had already secured Cross River Rail contracts with hundreds more sub-contractor opportunities still up for grabs.
Stronger teeth for Cross River Rail Delivery Authority
Minister for Cross River Rail Kate Jones today announced a major reform package to ensure contractual commitments on the Cross River Rail project are delivered as the project moves to the construction phase.
Explorers hunt for new economy minerals and future jobs
Almost $1 million in state-funded exploration grants have been awarded to help explorers discover new economy minerals and future jobs in North West Queensland.
First look at new acute mental health facilities for Cairns
The look of a brand new, state of the art mental health facility for Cairns has been unveiled today after Member for Cairns Michael Healy and Health Minister Steven Miles released the artist impressions ahead of construction starting this year.
Horror week on Queensland roads puts road safety in focus
Wet conditions across large part of the state and a spike in fatal crashes in the past week have sparked calls for drivers to take extra care on the roads.
Mackay Safer Families Initiative delivers housing for women escaping DFV
Crisis support services in Mackay have been bolstered as the Palaszczuk Government announces more emergency accommodation for the region.
Major makeover for Maryborough Police Station
Minister for Police Mark Ryan and Member for Maryborough Bruce Saunders today toured the new refurbishments at Maryborough Police Station.