BETTER SERVICES THROUGH A STRONGER ECONOMY Women’s Economic Security Strategy launched in Queensland-first

Ministerial Media Release

The Crisafulli Government launches Women’s Economic Security Strategy in Queensland-first to help women build stronger financial futures. Developed with input from more than 3,200 Queenslanders and 110 organisations across urban, regional and remote communities.  Strategy comes with $10.5 million to fund aligned initiatives, including renamed and bolstered Women’s Economic Security Grants. The Crisafulli Government is delivering better services through a stronger economy after Labor failed to invest in…

BUILDING QUEENSLAND’S FUTURE 3,700 more homes unlocked for the Sunshine Coast

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Media release Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Minister for Industrial RelationsThe Honourable Jarrod Bleijie BUILDING QUEENSLAND’S FUTURE 3,700 more homes unlocked for the Sunshine Coast $50.9 million will unlock more than 3,700 new homes on the Sunshine Coast. Residential Activation Fund has unlocked more than 140,000 places to call home…

BUILDING QUEENSLAND’S FUTURE Safer passage ahead for Mooloolaba Boat Harbour

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Media release Minister for Transport and Main RoadsThe Honourable Brent Mickelberg The contract has been awarded to progress long-term management and safety improvements at Mooloolah River entrance.  Independent review recommendations are being delivered to improve navigational safety and accessibility. The Crisafulli Government is getting on with the job to support local jobs, marine industries, recreational users and the Sunshine Coast economy.  Capital works to improve safety…

BETTER SERVICES THROUGH A STRONGER ECONOMY Uniting communities with $3.75 million major infrastructure investment

Ministerial Media Release

Applications open for Multicultural Connect Grants to build or upgrade community halls, meeting spaces, local hubs, and sporting facilities. $3.75 million total funding pool available, but all grant recipients must contribute dollar-for-dollar alongside the Crisafulli Government. First funding round delivered $1.25 million to six projects in the Gold Coast, Logan, Far North, South Burnett, and Central-West Queensland. The Crisafulli Government is building stronger…

BETTER SERVICES THROUGH A STRONGER ECONOMY 30 community organisations funded to strengthen economic security for Queensland women

Ministerial Media Release

Almost $280,000 invested across 30 community organisations through Round 2 of Empowering Queensland Women grants program. Recipients situated across Queensland will deliver projects to support a wide range of women who face differing challenges depending on where they live, personal circumstances, or cultural background. Supported initiatives demonstrate clear commitment to helping women overcome barriers to…

A BETTER LIFESTYLE THROUGH A STRONGER ECONOMY Home ownership scheme starts on Palm Island as Rent-to-Buy applications open

Ministerial Media Release

New Rent-to-Buy Scheme opens for applications on Palm Island.    Crisafulli Government delivering on promise to unlock home ownership for Palm Island residents.   First-of-its-kind scheme designed in partnership with Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council allows social housing tenants to buy the home they live in.   The Crisafulli Government is delivering practical support for home ownership as part of its plan to…

Closing The Gap in Torres Strait, Far North with $13 million critical infrastructure investment

Ministerial Media Release

Crisafulli Government’s Closing the Gap Priorities Fund delivers more than $13 million for the Torres Strait islands and Hope Vale community. Funding supports five new local projects addressing water security, critical transport, waste management, and education services. The 2026-27 State Budget committed more than $73 million to deliver 21 new public health and essential infrastructure projects in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Queensland.  The Crisafulli Government is committed to driving real progress in…

Crisafulli Government delivers funding boost for Indigenous Councils

Ministerial Media Release

The Crisafulli Government’s State Budget provides additional $27 million to support the Indigenous Councils Funding Program in 2026-27.  16 councils will share $74.96 million in funding, supporting the local governments to deliver services for their communities.   The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its commitment to partner with Indigenous Councils to better serve their local communities.    The Crisafulli Government is delivering for Indigenous communities across Queensland with an additional $27 million in the State Budget, providing $74.96…

Closing the Gap, supporting women and strengthening communities

Ministerial Media Release

Budget is strengthening the foundations for a fresh start with practical initiatives for Indigenous communities, multicultural communities, and women’s economic security.  Bolstering women’s economic security with targeted support through the Women’s Career Grants, Jobs Academy, and Empowering Queensland Women Grants programs. Delivering practical public health and critical infrastructure in the next round of Closing the Gap Priorities Fund projects in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Multicultural Connect grants to bring communities together with upgrades to meeting spaces and community halls.   The Crisafulli Government is delivering for Queensland with practical…

Boosting local projects to strengthen communities across Queensland

Ministerial Media Release

Almost $2 million in support delivered to 25 community-led projects to unite communities and break down barriers across Queensland. Strengthening Communities Multicultural Grants help to drive innovative projects in communities where they have the greatest impact. Successful projects include organisations from the Far North, North, Central, South East, and Western Queensland regions.   The Crisafulli Government is supporting social cohesion by building bridges…