
Operation Cairns Business Watch
Minister for Police, Mark Ryan and Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll have today launched a proactive safety initiative in Cairns targeting anti-social behaviour impacting local businesses and the community.

With new measures taking effect to keep Queenslanders safe in pubs, clubs and cafes from Friday, the Palaszczuk Government is asking everyone to show respect for workers when they are asked to show proof of vaccination.

Tiaro Bypass draft concept design complete
A concept design for the Tiaro Bypass has now been completed, which shows how a new four-lane section of the Bruce Highway east of Tiaro could look.
GC tourism ready to ride Dreamworld Steel Taipan success
Dreamworld’s newest attraction, the Steel Taipan, opens today, with the rollercoaster poised to deliver a $30 million boost for the Gold Coast visitor economy.

New social housing complex opens in Townsville
A new $3.8 million social housing complex supporting vulnerable Queenslanders has officially opened its doors in Townsville.

Protected lungfish get room to breathe at new aquarium home
Two protected Australian lungfish kept illegally at a Gympie property have been given a new home, in a partnership between the Queensland Government and SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium.

Keep crab pots compliant and no-one gets crabby
Queensland summers and crab fishing go together and recreational fishers are reminded to always follow the rules of responsible crabbing, including the proper use of fishing gear.

New Chinchilla training centre to boost regional health education
A new Chinchilla Clinical Training Centre (CTC) will teach the next generation of regional health care professionals thanks to $718,000 from the Palaszczuk Government and the resources sector.

Cloncurry to receive over $1.4 million for new community infrastructure
A Men’s Healing Shed and new Grandstand Project in Cloncurry will become a reality thanks to over $1.4 million in funding from the Palaszczuk Government and the resources sector.

Almost $17 million for new community infrastructure in Mackay and Isaac resource community
Projects located in Bowen, Bakers Creek, Sarina and Moranbah will provide even better sports, community and housing facilities in the region, thanks to $16.95 million in funding from the Palaszczuk Government and the resources sector.

$8.8 million for North Queensland community projects to be delivered
A new pool in Charters Towers and an early intervention and learning centre in Townsville will be delivered for local communities thanks to $8.8 million in funding from the Palaszczuk Government and the resources sector.

Cairns University Hospital one step closer to reality
A historic agreement has been signed today between Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service and James Cook University locking in the purchase of land to be the first physical stage of the new Cairns University Hospital.