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 ...News and updates
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Rapid Support Squad to stamp out bullying
22/04/2025
The Queensland Government is launching a new nation-leading plan to tackle bullying in schools and give our education system the fresh start it deserves.
Zero Litter to the Bay plan underway
14/04/2025
The Queensland Government has commenced consultation and planning with stakeholders to deliver on its election commitment to remove plastic from Moreton Bay by 2030.
Residential Activation Fund unlocks new homes
07/04/2025
The Queensland Government is kick-starting $500 million worth of infrastructure for housing across Queensland, with applications now open for the $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
Jack’s Law to be made permanent
03/04/2025
The Queensland Government has introduced significant amendments in Parliament today to make Jack's Law permanent, on what would have been Jack Beasley's 23rd birthday.
Adult Crime, Adult Time expands to 33 offences
01/04/2025
The Queensland Government is expanding its landmark Adult Crime, Adult Time laws to 33 youth crime offences, with new laws introduced to the Queensland Parliament today, as part of its commitment to restore community safety.
Major Federal funding injection for regional Health Sciences Academy
26/03/2025
The Queensland Government has struck a deal with the Federal Government for an $80 million Federal funding contribution towards the establishment of a new Academy for Health Sciences in Rockhampton.
Future of International Cricket in Queensland secured
26/03/2025
The Queensland Government has secured the future of Test Cricket in Queensland for another five years following the announcement of a 63,000-seat stadium at Victoria Park to be built for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
New stadium to be the pride of Brisbane Town and Lions fans
26/03/2025
The Queensland Government’s new Brisbane Stadium, to be built at Victoria Park for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, is set to provide a long-lasting legacy for AFL in Queensland.
Delivering 2032 and Beyond: Let the Games begin
25/03/2025
More than 1,340 days after Queensland won the Games bid, the Queensland Government has unveiled the 2032 Delivery Plan and delivered a clear roadmap towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond.
Games On! for Queenslanders with support for grassroots sport
25/03/2025
It’s Games On! across Queensland, with hundreds of grassroots community clubs to benefit from upgrades, as part of the 2032 Delivery Plan.
Delivering 2032 and Beyond: Games legacy rides 'The Wave' all the way to Sunshine Coast Airport
25/03/2025
The Sunshine Coast will be connected with seamless public transport from Beerwah through to the Sunshine Coast Airport, with a major new rail and metro connection, The Wave..
Delivering 2032 and Beyond: Major legacy infrastructure delivered for Greater Brisbane in Games Plan
25/03/2025
The heart of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be delivered at Victoria Park, with a new world-class Brisbane Stadium to be built as part of a thriving central Games precinct spanning Spring Hill, Bowen Hills and Victoria Park.
All Queensland State Schools on a Path to Full and Fair Funding
24/03/2025
The Queensland Government has reached an agreement with the Federal Government to put all state schools in Queensland on a path to full and fair funding.
$2 billion Residential Activation Fund to unlock thousands of new homes across Queensland
24/03/2025
The Queensland Government is taking action to unlock more housing for Queenslanders with the release of guidelines for the $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
Delivering key infrastructure to help Close the Gap in Queensland
24/03/2025
The Queensland Government is delivering $19 million for three critical infrastructure projects to support measurable outcomes in health and education in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, in the first tranche of the Closing the Gap Priorities Fund initiatives.
South East Queensland State schools reopened after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred
17/03/2025
The Queensland Government has marked a milestone achievement, with all State schools closed due to ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred reopening on Monday.
Tenders open for key youth crime fighting programs
17/03/2025
Tenders for two of the Queensland Government’s key programs to fight the Youth Crime Crisis have been released to market.
Queensland Government's new State Flying Squad arrests 288 people during landmark operations
16/03/2025
The Queensland Government has unveiled the results of a landmark policing operation which saw 288 people arrested during a synchronised crime crackdown across the state.
Queensland Government delivers largest police graduation in 33 years
13/03/2025
The Queensland Government is delivering a significant milestone today, welcoming 155 new police officers into the ranks in the State’s largest graduation ceremony in 33 years.
Building back stronger in North and Far North Queensland
13/03/2025
The Queensland Government is delivering on its commitment to boost disaster resilience in North and Far North Queensland, with grants of up to $10,000 for flood upgrades in homes.
Queensland Government empowers Local Governments to deliver for Queenslanders
12/03/2025
The Queensland Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working arm in arm with local governments to deliver for Queenslanders, with the signing of a new Equal Partners in Government Agreement at Parliament House this week.
Council cyclone recovery package fuels SEQ clean-up
07/03/2025
As Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches the Queensland coast, $15 million in emergency assistance has been made available to south east councils in the impact zone.
SEQ councils activated for disaster assistance in preparation for Tropical Cyclone Alfred
05/03/2025
Disaster assistance has been activated for 12 south-east Queensland councils as communities prepare for Tropical Cyclone Alfred to make landfall.
176 arrests in state-wide police sting
28/02/2025
The Queensland Government is delivering the extra-resources Queensland Police need with specialist police units arresting 176 people for 449 charges in a state-wide police blitz.
Stronger Homes Grant to build back resilience in North and Far North Queensland
28/02/2025
North and Far North Queenslanders are set to benefit from a grants program to repair and build more resilient homes following the historical flood event earlier this month.
Queensland Government marks major milestone for Jack's Law
23/02/2025
The Crisafulli Government has marked a major milestone in its crack down on knife crime, joining with Brett and Belinda Beasley and Queensland Police as they conducted the 100,000th scan under Jack's Law.
A Fresh Start for Queensland: $44 million schools behaviour management boost
17/02/2025
The Queensland Government has today delivered on a key election commitment, injecting more than $44 million into Queensland state schools to address behavioural issues with students.
Cairns chosen to host inaugural Community Cabinet
17/02/2025
Premier David Crisafulli and his Ministers will host their first Queensland Government Community Cabinet in Cairns on Sunday 2 March 2025.
Queenslanders urged to dig deep for flood-affected North Queenslanders
13/02/2025
The Queensland Government will kick-start donations to help Queenslanders impacted by the recent North Queensland weather event.
Government completes 100 day plan
09/02/2025
The Government is delivering on its promise of a fresh start for Queensland by successfully completing the ambitious and comprehensive 100-day agenda.
Youth crime prevention and rehabilitation programs underway
29/01/2025
The first regional stakeholder information sessions have started today for two critical government youth crime fighting programs, Regional Reset and Staying on Track, delivering on a key commitment from the government's 100 Day Plan.
Queenslander Dr Katrina Wruck named 2025 Young Australian of the Year
26/01/2025
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese presented the award, as well as the Senior Australian of the Year, Australian of the Year and Local Hero, at the National Arboretum in Canberra.
