Government

F 35 jet fighter. | Newsreel

$765 billion defence strategy unites forces

Australia’s new National Defence Strategy aims to transition the country’s armed forces into an “integrated focused force” and will increase the annual Defence
Read more 18 April 2024
Vergemont Station aerial view. | Newsreel

$21m donation helps secure national park

A $21 million donation has helped the Queensland Government purchase a cattle property in the state’s west, to add to the list of national parks in the area. The
Read more 17 April 2024
Suncorp Stadium Brisbane. Newsreel

Independent Games authority in starting blocks

An independent body to oversee the delivery of venues for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is a step closer, but still months away from starting work, with
Read more 17 April 2024
Solar farm. | Newsreel

Energy projects must deliver for communities

Future renewable energy projects in Queensland will need to adhere a new code of conduct to ensure the current and future needs of communities are fully considered. The
Read more 17 April 2024
Arms hugging tree. | Newsreel

Response to national EPA not so positive

The second stage of the Federal Government’s plan to better protect the environment has received a luke-warm response from the nation’s conservation groups. The
Read more 17 April 2024
Queensland Police at graduation ceremony. | Newsreel

Student debt relief tempts police recruits

Queensland Police are pulling out all stops in the battle for talent, with student debt relief among a range of new incentives designed to enhance recruitment
Read more 16 April 2024
School children and teacher in classroom. | Newsreel

Home schooling and discipline changes withdrawn

The Queensland Government has amended its new Education bill to remove items relating to student discipline and home schooling. Education Minister Di Farmer said there
Read more 16 April 2024
Brisbane CityCat ferry. | Newsreel

Smart travel trial on Brisbane city ferries

Brisbane River ferry passengers are the latest public transport users able to ditch their Go Cards and use bank cards and smart devices to pay for fares. From today,
Read more 16 April 2024
QCOSS CEO Aimee McVeigh. | Newsreel

Dedicated advocacy for domestic violence sector

Queensland’s social services peak body will add domestic and family violence support to its portfolio, following funding from the State Government. The Queensland
Read more 15 April 2024
Dr Prins Ralston Townsville City Council CEO. | Newsreel

Townville City CEO Dr Prins Ralston resigns

Townsville City Council is searching for a new CEO, following the resignation of Dr Prins Ralston. Dr Ralston has been the Council’s Chief Executive Officer since late
Read more 15 April 2024