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Queensland border restrictions

To slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the Queensland Government is implementing restricted entry to Queensland from 12:01am on Thursday, 26 March 2020.

Is it time to say see-ya-later to single use plastic products?

Let us know if you think single-use plastic straws, cutlery, plates and stirrers be banned in Queensland?

Students learning to Buy Smart in 2020

Encouraging Queensland students to develop their financial knowledge.

Stop the rise

How can you stop the rise of STIs?

Are you B.OLD enough?

Share your story for a chance to win $1000!

2020 Queensland Reconciliation Awards

Nominations have now closed.

Make time for you

Find a happier you by doing a few small things every day to create a healthier relationship with your mind.

Supporting reconciliation

Applications for the Celebrating Reconciliation Small Grants Program 2020 are now closed.

Queensland Greats Awards

Nominations have now closed for the 2020 Queensland Greats Awards.

Are you prepared for bushfire season?

After a dry winter, bushfire season started early. Are you prepared?

Compensation for volunteer firefighters

If you’re a Rural Fire Service and State Emergency Service volunteer you may be eligible for financial support.

Anzac Centenary community grants

Grants funding is now available to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.

2019 Not Now, Not Ever. Together Breakfast

Bringing together the broader community to focus much needed attention on domestic and family violence.

Renewable Energy pop-up

Find out more about the benefits of renewable energy.

Sexual Violence Awareness Month

Support victims and survivors of sexual violence this October.

Remembrance Day: 11 November

How will you remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice?

World Teachers’ Day

Celebrating teachers and the contribution they make to the lives of the children they teach.

Love your pets. Keep them safe this summer

It's important to help your pets through the long hot summer days.

Queensland Mental Health Week

Take time for mental health.

2019 Right to Information Day

Find out how to access information held by Queensland Government agencies.

New youth justice laws have commenced

Find out how these laws will help us change the story for young people in the youth justice system.

Queensland Wills Week 2019

Your Will, your way… to make sure your wishes are known. Find out how to get yours done right, and for free.

Regional Parliament 2019

Supporting Families Changing Futures 2019-2023

A 5-year plan to help Queensland Children, young people, parents and families experiencing vulnerability.

Australian of the Year Awards

Celebrating 160 years.

Youth Justice Strategy Action Plan

Find out more about our commitment to reforming the youth justice system to make our communities safer.

Give your gambling a health check

During Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (29 July – 4 August 2019), learn the signs of problem gambling and give your gambling a health check.

Queensland Music Festival’s 20th Anniversary

Over three huge weeks from 5–28 July 2019 Queensland Music Festival (QMF) took unforgettable music experiences to cities, regions and remote corners of Queensland.

Creative Generation - State Schools onstage

Queensland State School students take part in a professionally produced, award-winning arena spectacular each year and showcase their talents.

Celebrating 10 years of RTI and privacy

Find out about Queensland’s journey towards a more open, transparent and accountable government that protects and respects personal data.

Dignity First Fund

Helping Queenslanders experiencing homelessness meet their immediate needs and live with dignity.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month

Each May, Queensland marks Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month.

Recognising elder abuse

Find out more about how to see the signs of elder abuse, and access help.

Queensland’s waste levy

Find out what it means for you.

Spread the facts, not the flu

Find out how you can help prevent the flu this winter.

Sharing nude images without consent is a crime

Find out how to protect yourself online.

My Amazing Body podcasts

Exploring interesting, unknown and misunderstood parts of your body.

No excuse for elder abuse

Start a community conversation and find out how you can recognise the signs of elder abuse.

Youth Boost for regional employers

The popular youth Boost initiative and others are available to help employers get Queenslanders back to work.

2019 Privacy Awareness Week

Do you know how to protect your personal information? Find out about your privacy rights and responsibilities.

Queensland celebrates multiculturalism

Celebrating multiculturalism with National Reconciliation Week, NAIDOC Week and Queensland Multicultural Month.

Solar rebates for rentals

Rebates of up to $3,500 to help landlords and tenants share the benefits of solar.

Save energy around your home

Take advantage of the coming change of season to make the most of your energy savings.

Important child safety reports released

Read the reports which aim to enhance child safety across the state.

Queensland Greats Awards

Nominations are now closed for the 2019 Queensland Greats Awards.

Grants and interest-free loans for solar

Help for households and small businesses to save with solar.

If it’s flooded, forget it

Don’t get out of your depth with floodwater—it’s not worth the risk.

Veterans’ virtual careers fair

The Queensland Government’s veterans’ virtual careers fair a great success.

Housing Ideas Bank

Got a great idea for housing? Tell us!

Ice Help - recovery is possible

Anonymous and confidential help is available 24/7 for ice users, family and friends. Find out what support and services are available.

Get Ready Queensland - what's your "WHAT-IF" plan?

Get Ready Queensland: let’s stay safe

Embedding and strengthening child and family reforms

Important progress is being made in child protection and family support reform in Queensland.

Queensland's Screen Industry Roadmap

Have your say on the future development of the screen industry.

Stop it at the Start

If you think violence against women is a big problem, tackle it when it’s a little one.

New smoke alarm laws

How the new legislation affects you.

New pathway to encourage veteran employment

Find out about the plan to attract and recruit veterans to the Queensland public sector.

IT Graduate Program

Exciting opportunities for IT Graduates.

Privacy Awareness Week 2018

Your personal information is precious.

Let's change the way we look at speed

Stick to the speed limit and stay safe.

Action on Ice - our plan to address the use and harms of crystal methamphetamine

Read our plan to address the use and harms of crystal methamphetamine.

School zone speed limits

Stick to the speed limit in school zones and keep aware of children crossing the road.

Bullying and cyberbullying – find help

Help is available. If you feel it, see it or know about it you can help stop it.

Roundabout rules

See some helpful tips on what to do when it comes to getting around roundabouts safely.

Enjoy the fireworks for Australia Day and stay safe

Stay safe this Australia Day by enjoying legal and controlled fireworks displays around Queensland.

Hear Me, See Me Art Exhibition

An exhibition of art from 5-18 year olds on the theme of what safety, love, joy, hope, trust and family look like.

Booked hire service licence

Check your eligibility for a service licence.

Action on Ice - addressing the use and effects of crystal methamphetamine

Find out how you can be involved in breaking the cycle of drug use.

Works for Queensland makes a difference to regional areas

Creating jobs to deliver vital infrastructure througout regional Queensland.

Turtle season at Mon Repos

Every year, from November to March, you can experience marine turtles nesting and hatching on the beaches of Mon Repos near Bundaberg.

Speak up for road safety

Get involved in making our roads safer during Queensland Road Safety Week (21-25 August 2017).

A strategic blueprint for Queensland's North West Minerals Province

A comprehensive strategy to facilitate a strong and prosperous future for the region.

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane—CBD traffic changes

Find out about road and footpath closures, and changes to bus stops and parking affecting Brisbane’s CBD.

Queensland's economy is growing

Queensland's economy continues to strengthen, with a forcasted economic growth of 4% in 2016–17.

Queensland Mental Health Ambassador

Queensland's high profile sports starts highlight the importance of mental health at work.

Queensland Parole System Review report released

Read the Queensland Parole System Review report and the Government's response.

Skilling Queenslanders for work

Thousands of job seekers are benefitting from the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative.

Changes to Queensland's smoke alarm legislation

Making Queensland households the safest in Australia in relation to fire safety.

Queensland Greats Awards

Nominations for the Queensland Greats Awards are now closed.

World Science Festival 2017

Taking science out of the labs and into the streets of Brisbane.

Queensland Rail train crewing practices Commission of Inquiry report released

Read the Queensland Rail train crewing practices Commission of Inquiry report and the government's response.

Shaping SEQ - planning for the future

Have your say and be part of the conversation on how to shape your community.

The people behind the number

A powerful reminder to stay safe on our roads.

State of the Environment website

Explore, share and learn more about our environment and the pressures facing our natural assets.

Go Local to help Queenslanders

Find out how you can help local businesses impacted by Tropical Cyclone Debbie get back on their feet.

Growing jobs in tourism

Expanding Queensland's tourism opportunities.

New world-class sport venues now open

New venues for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) are open for business.

North Queensland Stadium kick-starts jobs and growth for Townsville

Planning for Townsville’s $250 million North Queensland Stadium is underway.

Celebrate cultural diversity this Harmony Day

Show your support for Harmony Day.

Leading the way in global innovation

The Queensland Government is leading the way in global innovation with the appointment of the state's first Chief Entrepreneur, Mark Sowerby.

Energy concessions for Queenslanders in financial emergency

Supporting vulnerable Queenslanders in times of need.

Progress on Accelerated Works Program

Supporting local economies to sustain and maintain employment opportunities in regional areas.

2017 Queensland Reconciliation Awards winners announced

Queenslanders taking positives steps towards reconciliation have been been recognised during an awards ceremony in Carins.

Biosecurity Queensland taking the sting out of summer

Treating high-risk fire ant areas across South East Queensland.

Building Queensland innovation - region by region

The Advancing Regional Innovation program supports innovation by connecting local people and organisations.

Ageing in Place pilot project

Providing sustainable housing options for people as they enter their senior years.

Get the conversation started with Talking Families

A range of tips, information and resources that can help with parenting and family life.

$150 million in grants to kickstart jobs

Funding is now available for Queensland businesses and manufacturers.

Protect your P-plater

How parents can help their young drivers behave on the road.

Are you planning a winter holiday road trip?

Find out all you need to know before hitting the road.

Raine Island website offers special insight

Ground-breaking work on remote Raine Island can now be followed online.

Ice consultation reaches out to the regions

Summit provides opportunity for regional communities to develop solutions to tackle ice in Queensland.

Ex-HMAS Tobruk to transform into world class dive site

Ex-HMAS Tobruk will provide a unique experience for divers and international tourists.

Developing a building plan for all Queenslanders

Queenslanders have had their say on the Queensland Building Plan.

Landmark City Deal for Townsville

Supporting economic growth, investment and local infrastructure in the state's north.