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Plans for Victoria Park Precinct unveiled
The newly released draft Legacy Plan will create a world-class precinct, connecting the new Brisbane Stadium at Victoria Park, the National Aquatic Centre and the RNA Showgrounds – home to the Ekka – where the future Brisbane Athletes Village will be based.
Queensland Government welcomes 10,000 health workers
The health workforce has grown by 10,000 health workers in less than two years with many staff saying they feel more supported than ever.
Police target unsafe e-mobility use across Queensland
The Queensland Police Service has seized more than 240 non-compliant e-mobility devices and issued almost 1,000 traffic infringement notices in the first month of a statewide operation targeting unsafe riding and illegal devices.
Ambulance ramping dips to a six-year low
Statewide ambulance ramping has dropped to its lowest level since 2020 while hospitals are being upgraded across the State and specialist mental health nurses join Queensland emergency departments.
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Queensland fire officers deployed to Nepal to support disaster response efforts
Queensland Fire Department Station Officers Dale McVeigh and Matt Herbert are part of an Australian team of drone specialists supporting search and rescue missions in Nepal following the recent flood disaster.
2,000 new police on the beat making Queensland safer
A major milestone of 2,000 new police graduates since October 2024 bolsters the Queensland Police Service to restore safety where you live.
Better Buses Build to refresh Queensland’s bus fleet
A major procurement process has been launched to deliver up to 630 new modern, fully accessible buses.
Nation-leading e-bike and e-scooter reforms further strengthened
As of 31 August, the second tranche of the Queensland Government’s new e-mobility laws deliver on community feedback and restore safety to Queensland streets.
Queensland Government delivers 24/7 crisis support service in North Queensland and new foster care reforms
A 24/7 crisis support service for North Queensland is helping domestic and family violence survivors find support faster, while new foster care reforms will strengthen family-based care for children in need.
Ambulance ramping dips to a six-year low
Statewide ambulance ramping has dropped to its lowest level since 2020 while hospitals are being upgraded across the State and specialist mental health nurses join Queensland emergency departments.
Mackay Base Hospital Expansion masterplan released
The Mackay Base Hospital Expansion masterplan is delivering major upgrades under the fully-funded Hospital Rescue Plan for health services when Queenslanders need them.
Events capital scores again with major rugby coup for Townsville
International Rugby Union is set to deliver a major boost for North Queensland tourism, jobs and economy, with the Queensland Government securing three Wallabies Test matches for Townsville over the next four seasons.
Ballymore to become the new home of Australian rugby sevens
Queensland has landed a major coup and will become the home of the Wallaroos and the Australian Men’s and Women’s Rugby Sevens program.
PCYCs coming to Pimpama and Beaudesert
Good news for Pimpama and Beaudesert: two new Police Citizens Youth Clubs (PCYC) are being built, plugging the gaps between nearby facilities. The PCYCs are coming thanks to a recent funding injection for both facilities from the Queensland Government.
Plans for Victoria Park Precinct unveiled
The newly released draft Legacy Plan will create a world-class precinct, connecting the new Brisbane Stadium at Victoria Park, the National Aquatic Centre and the RNA Showgrounds – home to the Ekka – where the future Brisbane Athletes Village will be based.
Queensland Government welcomes 10,000 health workers
The health workforce has grown by 10,000 health workers in less than two years with many staff saying they feel more supported than ever.
Police target unsafe e-mobility use across Queensland
The Queensland Police Service has seized more than 240 non-compliant e-mobility devices and issued almost 1,000 traffic infringement notices in the first month of a statewide operation targeting unsafe riding and illegal devices.
Brisbane restaurant boosts security with Government grant
The Secure Communities Partnership Program is supporting businesses in staying safe against crime by providing funding relief to purchase security equipment, including CCTV systems, distress alarms and more.
New Crime Prevention School for Ipswich
A new Crime Prevention School set to open in Ipswich is being shaped around a highly personalised education model designed to help disengaged young people reconnect with learning, their community and future pathways.
The new Bundaberg Hospital moves ahead with major contractor engaged
Major contractor responsible for delivering the new Bundaberg Hospital, one of Queensland’s largest health infrastructure projects, announced.
Proven Initiatives funding backs Everything Suarve
The Queensland Government’s Proven Initiatives program has reached a major milestone, with Everything Suarve becoming the first organisation to receive funding under the new early intervention initiative.
Six years to go until the 2032 Games!
“Inspired by wind and water” – a new vision for our National Aquatic Centre has been unveiled to mark six years to go until the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with leading national firms ARM Architecture and NH Architecture in partnership with Queensland’s Arkhefield selected to design the Games centrepiece.
Staying on Track: Changing young lives and making Queensland safer
Close to seven months into its rollout, the Queensland Government’s Staying on Track program is already making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth exiting detention.
2032 Games offers wealth of contracts for suppliers
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will need approximately 130 kilometres of security fencing, 80,000 square metres of temporary tents and 5,000 temporary toilets for competition venues.
Australian of the Year Awards
The 2027 Queensland Australian of the Year recipients will be announced in November 2026.
One year on: Jack’s Law saving lives
The Queensland Government is marking one year since Jack's Law was made permanent and expanded to give police the ability to wand for weapons in all public places across Queensland.
Queensland Energy Roadmap
The new Queensland Government is delivering a balanced energy plan that improves the energy assets we’ve got, while we build what we need for the future.
This means affordable, reliable and sustainable energy for all Queenslanders.
Back to school relief
As kids head back to school, the new Queensland Government is delivering back to school relief for families. There are $200 Play On! Sports Vouchers to help kids play their favourite sport, with heaps of sports to play all across Queensland. Plus, there’s a $100 Back to School Boost for every primary school student to help cover the cost of school essentials.
Get walking and start talking to help end DFV
Together we can end domestic and family violence.