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Stamp duty on new homes disappears for first-time buyers

The abolition of stamp duty on new homes for first homes buyers in Queensland begins tomorrow (May 1). Premier David Crisafulli said the initiative would deliver an

Exchange of ideas at global tourism event in Brisbane

Hundreds of travel businesses and organisations from more than 30 countries have descended on Brisbane this week for the southern hemisphere’s largest international

Drew replaces Varghese as Jobs Queensland Board Chair

A reduced Jobs Queensland Board has been announced with Michael Drew the new chair. A continuing Board member, Dr Drew replaces Springfield City Group Director Jim

Watch Queensland’s new tourism video

A new Queensland tourism brand has been launched with a campaign designed to reflect the diverse experiences available across the state’s 13 tourism regions. Developed

Upgraded Perry Park part of billion-dollar pitch

An almost $3 billion investment is needed future-proof football in Australia, including funding for a upgraded stadium in Brisbane and a new national

Pennisi new head of Grants Commission

A former Queensland regional Mayor is the new chair of the Queensland Government Grants Commission. State Local Government Minister Ann Leahy said former Southern Downs

Cowboys ride in to boost women in manufacturing

The North Queensland Cowboys rugby league club has joined a campaign to encourage more women to join the manufacturing industry. Queensland Manufacturing Minister Dale

2600 new hospital beds in reworked health plan

An extra 2600 hospital beds will be delivered under a new infrastructure plan for Queensland Health. Following a review of the current build plan, the State Government

Queensland flying squads to target bullying in schools

Rapid response guidance officers will be deployed to school bullying hotspots around Queensland, under a new Government plan. State Premier David Crisafulli said $33

Chemello and Lambrinos to lead QBCC reform

One of Australia’s most respected governance experts and change agents has been appointed Chair of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)

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