Queensland to make coercive control standalone offence Three years after Hannah Clarke's death, laws to make coercive control a stand-alone offence have been introduced to Queensland's parliament. AAP · Oct 11, 2023
Funding for more Queensland social housing amid crisis The Queensland government will build another 600 social homes across the state thanks to a federal funding injection of almost $400 million. AAP · Oct 11, 2023
Desal plant to bolster water supplies in 30-year plan A new desalination plant has been endorsed by the Queensland government as part of a 30-year water security plan. AAP · Oct 10, 2023
DV victims' payments to increase as part of reforms Victims of domestic violence in Queensland will receive greater compensation under proposed legislative amendments. AAP · Oct 10, 2023
Tensions in review of 'clogged' infrastructure pipeline One state government is warning a review of Australia's infrastructure pipeline should not result in cuts to funding for projects crucial to its rapid growth. AAP · Oct 9, 2023
Premier concerned Queenslanders 'don't feel safe' The Queensland government is concerned about a police report which found many residents don't feel safe walking alone in their neighbourhood at night. AAP · Oct 9, 2023
Qld fast-tracks youth remand centre after criticism Facing criticism for allowing youths to be detained in watchhouses, the Queensland government will fast-track the construction of a juvenile remand centre. AAP · Oct 5, 2023
Queensland promises child remand centre in Brisbane amid ‘Band-Aid solution’ criticism Annastacia Palaszczuk says the 50-bed youth remand centre in Wacol is expected to open in 2024 The Guardian - AU · Oct 5, 2023
Quantum leap at forefront of Palaszczuk's state address Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced a $76 million strategy investment to advance quantum technology, embracing a "new frontier". AAP · Oct 4, 2023
Queensland boosts financial help for victims of crime Payments to Queensland victims of crime are being increased as part of a more than $200 million package as the government acknowledges it "needs to do more". AAP · Sep 28, 2023
Palaszczuk again vows to stay on after Andrews exit The premier of Queensland has paid tribute to Daniel Andrews but says she has no intention of following the longer-serving Victorian leader into retirement. AAP · Sep 27, 2023
Government faces pressure to widen virus inquiry scope Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has accused the government of running a "protection racket" for Labor premiers by excluding state issues from a COVID-19 inquiry. AAP · Sep 23, 2023
Palaszczuk about-face over complaints clearing house A one-stop shop for government complaints will go ahead in Queensland to tackle corruption concerns. AAP · Sep 18, 2023
Afternoon Update: Jacinta Price says colonialism had no ongoing negative impact; Presbyterian ban on welcome to country; and ‘alien’ mummies in Mexico The no campaign leader said colonialism had a ‘positive impact’ at her speech at the National Press Club The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2023 Annastacia Palaszczuk digs in with ‘ruthless people’ swipe as leadership speculation swirls The Queensland premier defends her record as a political underdog but Labor MPs agitating for change remain unconvinced
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2023 Annastacia Palaszczuk reveals ‘medical episode’ but says she is determined to lead party to election Facing falling poll numbers and increased internal division, Queensland premier says she’s not going anywhere
The Guardian - AU · Sep 9, 2023 Will she stay or go? Annastacia Palaszczuk returns to slow-motion leadership turmoil Despite growing discontent and sagging poll numbers, Queensland Labor’s leadership will probably only change if the premier resigns – or deputy Steven Miles mounts a challenge
The Guardian - AU · Sep 4, 2023 Queensland cabinet rallies behind premier Annastacia Palaszczuk amid leadership rumblings Acting premier Steven Miles says Labor leader ‘is our best chance of winning’ following MPs’ discontent over suspension of Human Rights Act
The Conversation · Aug 31, 2023 Even if her leadership is now doomed, Annastacia Palaszczuk will still be a Labor legend in Queensland Whatever fate awaits Annastacia Palaszczuk over the coming weeks, Queensland’s 39th – and only the second woman – premier will never lose her standing in the Australian Labor pantheon.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 30, 2023 Labor MPs incensed by letter they say contradicts Queensland’s stated reason for suspending Human Rights Act Exclusive: Guardian Australia obtains legal letter that appears to cast doubt on some of the state’s key justifications
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27, 2023 Rumours of a Queensland coup are premature – but Palaszczuk’s popularity is waning The deputy premier, Steven Miles, called speculation about a challenge ‘rumours and gossip’
The Guardian - AU · Aug 24, 2023 ‘Farm animals with better legal protection’: Queensland’s new child watch house laws pilloried Palaszczuk government overriding state’s Human Rights Act to allow for imprisoning children as young as 10 in adult watch houses
The Conversation · Aug 21, 2023 LNP takes lead in Queensland Resolve poll, but Labor still far ahead in Victoria The Queensland state election will be held in October 2024. A Resolve poll for The Brisbane Times, conducted from May to August with a sample of 947, gave the Liberal National Party 38% of the primary vote (up five since January to April), Labor 32% (down three), the Greens 11%…
The Guardian - AU · Jul 25, 2023 Disability advocates urge Queensland to resist builders’ bid to delay accessible housing rules Requiring new homes to have step-free access and corridors wide enough for a wheelchair will save money in long run, experts say
The Guardian - AU · Jul 21, 2023 ‘Full steam ahead’ and no way out: how much can we trust cost estimates for the Brisbane Olympics? Victoria’s shock cancellation of the Commonwealth Games prompts fresh scrutiny of Queensland’s commitment to host the 2032 Olympics