Queensland worksites are becoming the safest and most productive in Australia with legislation that toughens penalties for electrical safety breaches and prevents union bullying passed in Parliament. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Jarrod Bleijie said the work health and safety (WHS) reforms restored balance to the system. “We are protecting workers from unsafe practices and…
DetailsNeighbourhood Watch Queensland has entered the digital age with the launch of new online blogs to keep communities up to date with crime prevention strategies in their area. Police Minister Jack Dempsey said the move was an important step to connect residents with their local police and bring crime fighting strategies into the 21st century.…
DetailsTwo Queensland police officers have been honoured with Australian Bravery Decorations for their outstanding service to the community. Senior Constable Darryl Campbell from the Sunshine Coast Road Policing Command was presented with a Bravery Medal and Senior Constable Drew Lewis from the Public Safety Response Team was presented with a Commendation for Brave Conduct. Police…
DetailsQueensland school students will learn skills to stay safe online with the launch ofa new cyber-safety website which uses a quiz to highlight potential dangers. Minister for Education, Training and Employment John-Paul Langbroek said the new website will use characters including Bully Girl and Shifty Shane to help educate students of the dangers of cyber…
DetailsThe LNP Government has taken the next step in its bold plan to modernise fishing management in Queensland with the release of the fisheries management review terms of reference today. Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Minister John McVeigh said the review was aimed at simplifying fisheries management, cutting red tape and improving environmental sustainability. “Fishing is…
DetailsThe Newman Government’s commitment to making Queensland the safest place to raise a child will take an important step forward with reforms recommended by the Child Protection Commission of Inquiry introduced in Parliament today. Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Jarrod Bleijie said the State Government was following the Commission’s roadmap to developing a sustainable and…
DetailsSix resource industry experts have been selected to work with the Queensland Government to help drive growth and jobs in the sector over the next 30 years. Minister for Natural Resources and Mines Andrew Cripps announced the members of the ResourcesQ Partnership Group, to provide strategic advice and recommendations on the ResourcesQ initiative. “This project…
DetailsMore Queensland students have taken part in the National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence today, than in any other state or territory. Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek joined the students at Rochedale State School in Brisbane’s south – one of 585 schools, with 311,357 students involved from around the state. “By standing together on…
DetailsThe State Government will deliver the clearest regional planning laws in Queensland’s history with Parliament today passing the Regional Planning Interests Act 2014. Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Planning and Infrastructure Jeff Seeney said the Act will provide investment certainty for the agriculture and resource sectors by introducing a clear and equitable process…
DetailsEmergency services vehicles are getting a clearer run to urgent jobs thanks to new traffic light technology being trialled on the Gold Coast. Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services Jack Dempsey said the Emergency Vehicle Priority (EVP) project allows crews to reach house fires, car crashes and other emergencies more quickly and safely –…
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