In 1960 my grandfather Frank took a leap of faith and left his homeland of Italy for North Queensland. He saw Queensland as a land of opportunity. Over 60 years later, my family still believes Queensland is a land of opportunity. Our Government is working hard to ensure these opportunities continue today. We are delivering a Fresh Start for Queensland ...Read more

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First look at 2025 crime victim numbers in transparency boost

29/07/2025

The Queensland Government has today released monthly crime victim numbers for the first half of 2025, revealing a 5.7% drop against population, compared with the same time in 2024.

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Countdown on to nominate a Queensland Australian of the Year

28/07/2025

The Queensland Government is encouraging Queenslanders to celebrate individuals who make an extraordinary difference in their communities before nominations close for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards.

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Making our community safer - Kokoda Youth Foundation to deliver first Regional Reset program

27/07/2025

The Queensland Government is delivering on a critical pillar of its Making Our Community Safer Plan, with the first early intervention Regional Reset program announced today.

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Emerald to host next Community Cabinet

25/07/2025

Emerald has been announced as the next location for the Queensland Government's Community Cabinet.

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Queensland marks seven years until 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Game

7 Years to Go: Queensland celebrates 2032 milestone

23/07/2025

The Queensland Government has marked seven years to go until the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games with celebrations across the State.

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New early intervention program to tackle youth crime in Moreton Bay

22/07/2025

The Queensland Government is delivering on its election commitment to fund early intervention programs to break the cycle of crime, with the first of its Gold Standard Early Intervention Kickstarter grants announced today in Moreton Bay.

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New high-visibility police Operation Marshall to crack down on crime

20/07/2025

The Queensland Government has launched a powerful new rapid-response high-visibility police operation to target serious repeat offenders and restore safety where you live.

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Regional consultation begins for new Victims Advocate Service

17/07/2025

The Queensland Government is delivering on an election commitment for more support for victims of crime, with the Budget investing $50 million to establish and deliver a new Victims Advocate Service for Queenslanders impacted by crime.

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Commission of Inquiry launched into CFMEU Queensland Branch

13/07/2025

The Queensland Government has today announced a landmark Commission of Inquiry into the coercive, bullying, intimidatory and illegal practices and conduct of the CFMEU Queensland branch.

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Roaring ahead with a major boost to the Wests Tigers Rugby League Club in Mackay

11/07/2025

The Mackay Whitsundays rugby league community is roaring forward with the Queensland Government delivering $3.125 million to upgrade the Western Suburbs Leagues Club, home of the Wests Tigers.

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Premier with children at a daycare centre.

Queensland Government prioritises early childhood under protection scheme

10/07/2025

The Queensland Government is delivering the strongest child protection system in the nation to help keep Queensland children safe by fast-tracking requirements for the early childhood sector to investigate and report suspicious conduct to deliver stronger protections for Queensland children.

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Premier and John Barounis at Maryborough intersection

Budget drives forward upgrades for Maryborough intersection

09/07/2025

The Queensland Government is delivering on its election commitment to provide road safety upgrades for Maryborough with funding to upgrade the Walker Street, Bruce Highway intersection included in the State Budget.

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