Message from the Premier (2003)

This announcement was published by former Premier and Minister for Trade, Peter Beattie MP in 2003.

Listening to and working productively with Queenslanders are two of the hallmarks of my government. Greater involvement of citizens and communities in government processes is becoming a standard feature of many democratic systems nationally and internationally. It is one of the cornerstones of our drive to better communicate with Queenslanders and to enhance their involvement in the State’s democratic processes.

The government has taken up the challenge of community engagement through Regional Parliament, Community Cabinets, Ministerial Regional Community Forums and a host of other avenues. Queensland has already received international recognition for its leadership in implementing an integrated and multi-level approach to involving people and communities in the business of Parliament and government.

An important component of this approach is the Community Engagement Improvement Strategy which includes a range of initiatives to improve community engagement across the public sector and contribute to Queensland as the Smart State.

I encourage all Queensland public servants to read this document which outlines the Queensland Government’s approach to community engagement and the Improvement Strategy. It will help you to make a contribution to better engagement and to the delivery of the government’s priorities for the benefit of all Queenslanders.

Peter Beattie MP
Premier and Minister for Trade