543 blue cards have been suspended over the past five months under new Queensland government child protection powers.
Of these, 269 blue card holders have been prevented from commencing child-related work, and 274 card holders can no longer work with children.
The new powers were introduced in September 2025, allowing Blue Card Services to immediately prevent individuals from working with children where a risk to their safety is identified.
These suspensions tallied up until February 28, 2026, have prevented individuals from working with children across multiple sectors including disability services, health, counselling and support services, sport, active recreation, gyms and play facilities.
Suspensions can be triggered by allegations of sexual or violent behaviour towards a child, and criminal or other concerning conducted in regulated child-related activities.
Attorney General and Minister for Justice and Integrity Deb Frecklington said the Blue Card changes meant that staff could now take immediate action to prevent harm when risks were identified.
More information about Blue Card changes can be found at qld.gov.au/bluecardchanges
