BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 21 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 11:09 AM Minister for Youth Justice and Victim Support and Minister for Corrective Services The Honourable Laura Gerber Major funding boost for Townsville early intervention program * TheCrisafulli Government is delivering on its commitment to provide Gold Standard Early Intervention to Townsville and fix Labor's youth crime crisis to restore safety to the region. * $1.8 m...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 21 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 09:49 AM Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training The Honourable Ros Bates $2.8 million supports First Nations-led training and local jobs * 15 projects equipping First Nations job seekers with in-demand skills and training will be funded in the latest round of the Indigenous Workforce and Skills Development Grant program. * $2.8 million has been committed to t...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- The Department of Environment and Science issued the following media release: Lake Eacham, a beloved locale just an hour's journey from Cairns, is renowned for its serene waters and ancient rainforest. The visitor amenities are on the brink of transformation - and we seek yourguidance. Nestled within the expanse of the CraterLakes National Park, a World Heritage marvel spanning 964hectares, Lake Eacham is more than a day-use destination - it's an immersive expe...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 12:29 PM Minister for Education and the Arts The Honourable John-Paul Langbroek Crisafulli Government boosts screen culture events across Queensland * 12 screen events and festivals will share in $124,000 to support vibrant events, conferences and workshops across the state. * Screen events supported through this funding round will reach more than 45,000 Queenslanders. * Ap...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Run Army, an annual, nationwide fitness event promoting health, resilience, and well-being through running programs, is returning on to Brisbane and Townsville. Run Army raises much needed funds for charities, such as Queensland Police Legacy (QPL). Our Queensland Police Service officers are dedicated to keeping our community safe and ensuring they feel safe. But there are times when our extended p...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release: Download Transcript Download Video Watch on YouTube Video media statement, QPS Road Policing and Regional Support Command, Acting Chief Superintendent Garrath Channells The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is urging every road user to re-evaluate their driving behaviours as the state faces a devastating start to 2025, with more than 15 lives tragically lost on Queensland roads in the first few weeks...
CANBERRA, ACT, Jan. 20 -- Australian Federal Police issued the following media release: Editor's note: Footage of the man's arrest and audio grabs are available via Hightail A Cairns man is expected to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today (20 January, 2025) charged with allegedly causing a disturbance that resulted in a Brisbane to Perth flight being turned around for safety reasons. The AFP responded to a request for assistance from airline staff after the man, 38, allegedly behaved ag...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 03:07 PM Premier and Minister for Veterans The Honourable David Crisafulli Queensland communities prepare to mark Australia Day * From the coast to the outback, Queensland communities gearing up to mark Australia Day * Townsville Flag Raising Ceremony to kick off official Queensland program of Australia Day events * 38 Australia Day events to run across the state featurin...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 06:13 PM Minister for Transport and Main Roads The Honourable Brent Mickelberg Smart Ticketing Delays and Budget Blowouts under Former Labor Government * The Smart Ticketing project rollout has blown out by $60 million under Labor. * Smart Ticketing and Go-Card system will need to run simultaneously until the end of 2027 due to Labor's mismanagement. * Smart Ticketing will ...
BRISBANE, Queensland, Jan. 20 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement: Published Yesterday at 04:43 PM Minister for Youth Justice and Victim Support and Minister for Corrective Services The Honourable Laura Gerber Making Queensland Safer Laws: Expressions of interest now open for Expert Legal Panel * The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its commitment to establish an expert legal panel to advise on the next tranche of the Making Queensland Safer Laws and futur...