Magic Round returns for 2022 as Premier moves to lock in the event’s future
The NRL Magic Round will return to Brisbane again in 2022 in an agreed deal expected to pump more than $20m into the economy with a call for negotiations on a new lock-in contract to get under way.
Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Growers embrace digital innovation
Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Growers will be the first of nine organisations to benefit from the first round of the Queensland Government’s Digital Transformation Grants under its Economic Recovery Plan.
Campaign for men to call out disrespect towards women
This weekend’s NRL Magic Round game between the Titans and Panthers is set to renew the call for men to play a bigger role in challenging disrespect towards women.
New fishery working groups hook into sustainable fisheries management
The Queensland Government is appointing new members to eleven fishery working groups to continue implementation of the Sustainable Fisheries Strategy.
Rural Fire Service Volunteers join summit in Cairns
This weekend, more than 120 Rural Fire Service (RFS) volunteers will attend the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) RFS Volunteer Summit in Cairns.
New fencing to protect K’gari dingoes, visitors
The Palaszczuk Government has announced it will invest $2 million to build new fencing around Orchid Beach on K’gari (Fraser Island), reducing interactions between the island’s dingo population and visitors.
Electric truck to supercharge storm recovery
Queensland’s storm recovery and network maintenance has been supercharged with Energex taking delivery of the state’s first fully electric bucket truck.
Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Grants support First Nations service providers
Eligible service providers can now apply for a share in the Palaszczuk Government’s $140,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Grants 2021.
Feedback on review of animal welfare laws closing soon
Queenslanders are reminded to have their say on a major review of the State’s animal welfare laws before consultation closes on May 21.
Kilcoy Global Foods builds Australia’s first red meat innovation and learning hub
Queensland beef exporter Kilcoy Global Foods has completed its build of Australia’s first red meat innovation and learning Hub.
New Sunshine Coast park for junior adventurers
Australia’s largest high wire park, built specifically for junior adventurers, has opened on the Sunshine Coast.
Village Roadshow invests in new Queensland attractions
Australia’s premier theme park operator, Village Roadshow, has announced a $70 million investment in new attractions for the Gold Coast thanks to support from the Palaszczuk Government.