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Dangerous dog owners risk jail in wake of attack

Owners of dangerous dogs involved in attacks on a person face three years’ jail under new laws passed in Queensland parliament this week. The State Government

$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

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

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

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

Home schooling and discipline changes withdrawn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

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,

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

Wheels turning on new innovation space

Construction has begun on a new $5.9 million co-working and innovation space in inner-northern Brisbane. The Wheelhouse, adjacent to Eat Street, in Hamilton, aims to

Young people empowered to shape care system

The Queensland Government will set up a ministerial youth advisory group to provide children who have lived in care the opportunity to share their experiences and help

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