Steven Miles

The pledge comes amid fears of a repeat of the Newman-era public service cuts that saw about 14,000 people removed from the taxpayer’s payroll.

The outcome of the Queensland election will likely be pored over by political strategists in the lead-up to the federal election.

The Green’s position may have been undermined by their ongoing support for radical protest movements.

The incumbent Labor government saw an overall 6 percent swing against it, ending its time in government after 3 terms.

According to the Council, home deliveries have reached their lowest level since 2013, with only 6,948 new homes built in the March quarter of 2024.

Young offenders who assault detention staff will receive mandatory periods in isolation under a LNP government, despite evidence it increases reoffending.

Crisafulli promotes fiscal responsibility and crime reforms as a change candidate, while Miles defends Labor’s record, warning of potential cuts.

A similar scheme in New Zealand is reported to have led to 10,000 meals going to waste each day.

The move is part of the Queensland state government’s push to expand abortion services.

Labor says it will introduce 50 state-owned bulk billing clinics to the state, but medical groups say they just need more doctors.

An amnesty on GP clinics having to fork out payroll tax with end in 2025, and the state’s opposition says it could spell doom for bulk billing.

The Queensland state election campaign has officially kicked off, with a new promise to of a public energy retailer.

A pro-life group says expanding abortion access puts women’s lives at risk.

The state government has lauded the opening of the new casino precinct.

A change of wording in state legislation will see Queensland go against the UN protocol on incarcerating child criminals.

The Queensland goverment will ensure the viability of Australia’s second-largest aluminium smelter near Gladstone as it transitions to renewable energy.

The Queensland government will appoint a Food Farmers Commissioner to help producers negotiate supply contracts with the supermarkets.

Some organisations have expressed concern about the effectiveness of government intervention on this scale.

Queensland Premier Steven Miles has weighed in after a man was allegedly assaulted outside his home in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

The government has also increased first home buyer grants in an electoral bid to target young families.