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Queensland
No Queensland Children Were ‘Coerced’ to Receive Gender-Affirming Treatments: Review
The Queensland government has committed addition funding to gender services for children in the state following the independent review’s release.
Concerns Raised Over Extent of Land Transfer Powers Under Aboriginal Land Act
About 15 Queensland towns are also subject to land transfer under the Act.
Treasurer Approves Major $4.9 Billion Banking Merger, But With Several Conditions
The new entity must commit to keeping jobs, maintaining a strong Queensland presence, and supporting climate change initatives.
Kabi Kabi Indigenous Group Win Native Title Across 365,000 Hectares
They have been recognised by Australia’s federal court as Native Title owners of swathes of land in Queensland.
State MPs Called on to Apologise After Incident at Pro-Palestine Rally
The two members of Katter’s Australian Party walked up to pro-Palestine protestors in March holding up a sign that read, ‘Condemn Hamas.’
Queensland Pledges $26 Billion on Renewables
The Liberal National Party has already promised to support funding in the state budget, before seeing the document.
Corruption Watchdog Probes Mayor on Claimed Military Service
While Australia doesn’t have a specifc law banning “stolen valour”, there are criminal penalties for misrepresentation.
Queensland Government Collects an Extra $3.5 Billion in Stamp Duty Tax
A report has revealed that the Queensland government has received an extra $3.5 billion in stamp duty over the last 3 years.
Queensland Bans ‘Rent Bidding’
The government says it has made a fairer system for renters, but a Queensland real estate body says there are several disappointing details in the new laws.
Pro-Palestinian Protesters Charged After Political Disturbance at University of Queensland
Two 53-year-old men have been charged with one count each of alleged unregulated high-risk activity.
Economist Says Queensland’s Decision to Run $3 Billion Deficit Purely ‘Political’
Total state government debt is set to reach $188 billion by 2027-28.
Great Barrier Reef Doomsday Claims Should Be Audited: Scientist
An Australian scientist says the Great Barrier Reef sustained ’record amounts’ of coral from 2022-23, but the government says the reef needs protecting.
Queensland Premier Steven Miles Expects to Be Swept out of Power
The premier recently came under fire for chartering two private jets to an announcement just days after passing a law to cut climate emissions by 75 percent.
Queenslanders Gather in Their Thousands for Anzac Day
The premier said it was good to see so many people turn out across the state in support of veterans.
Crime Turning Corner After ‘Disturbing’ Surge: Queensland Premier
‘What we’ve seen ... is that the efforts of our police are paying off and that those crime rates have turned a corner.’
Queensland’s Infrastructure Spending to Drive Debt to $188 Billion by 2027, Treasurer Confirms
A reduction in royalties and a $96 billion infrastructure pipeline means more government borrowing will be needed.
Queensland Introduces ‘Code of Conduct’ for Renewable Energy Social Licence
$20 million of taxpayer funds will be allocated towards the initiative.
8 Percent of Queensland Now Under Environmental Protection
More than 14.5 million hectares or 8.39 percent of the state’s total land area is now protected after 140 islands added to major marine protection area.
COVID-19 INQUIRY: ‘Blurred Responsibilities’ Between State and Federal Governments
The SA, WA and Queensland governments all suggested more clarity was needed on the role of state and federal governments in the future.
Queensland to Fly-In, Fly-Out Police Officers to Crime Hotspots
The move is part of a broader strategy to enhance public safety throughout Queensland amid an ongoing crime rate.
