Flowers sprout millions for Toowoomba’s visitor economy
September’s Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers has sprouted more than $22 million for the Garden City’s Covid-19 Economic Recovery Plan, now underway.
Queensland schools get smart with organic waste
The Palaszczuk Government has been overwhelmed with Queensland schools and students wanting to join in the Organics Waste Smart Schools Program.
Palaszczuk Government acts on Racing industry concerns
The Palaszczuk Government makes no excuses for its reforms to protect the integrity of Queensland’s $1.2 billion racing industry.
Online portal cutting red tape for small business
Starting a food and beverage business is now a piece of cake thanks to an online, ‘one-stop-shop’ portal that’s also helping new residential construction companies nail their regulatory requirements.
Health experts on mission to show that curiosity cures
Some of Queensland’s brightest medical minds will share almost $2.7 million in grants for research projects aimed at preventing illness, improving patient care, and saving lives.
Statement from the Premier
Logistics trial to reduce freight costs in north-west Queensland
The Palaszczuk Government is funding a $1.8 million trial aiming to reduce costs and increase efficiencies for commercial freight users on the Mount Isa Line rail corridor.
Border immortalised at The Gabba
The Gabba’s reputation as the fortress of Australian Cricket has become more intimidating for the touring England team here for The Ashes, with a 1.8 metre statue of former captain Allan Border unveiled at the stadium precinct.
Minister welcomes the first woman to lead Queensland’s multicultural peak body
History has been made with the appointment of the first woman to lead Queensland’s peak multicultural body.
Deadline extended on job-creating regional grants program
The Queensland Government has extended the deadline for expressions of interest in its job-creating Rural Economic Development Grants program so flood-affected primary producers don’t miss out.
Queensland courts Korea with virtual trade mission
International travel restrictions are no barrier to trade with the Queensland Government launching its second virtual agriculture and food trade mission - this time to Korea.
Turtle-y awesome turtle centre named one of Australia’s best eco-experiences
The Mon Repos Turtle Centre’s dedication to turtle conservation and research has been rewarded, with the centre being recognised as one of Australia’s best ecotourism experiences.