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David Crisafulli
‘Adult Time’ for Young Offenders Now Queensland Law
The move by Labor to support the laws has led one MP to ’think about' her future.
Queensland Government Moves Motion Shutting Down Debate on Abortion
The move comes after abortion became a major issue for the LNP during the October election.
Data Reveals 50,000 Youth Crime Incidents This Year in Queensland
The government has released the data to justify the need for tougher laws.
Queensland Warned Credit Rating Could be Downgraded
Queensland’s AA+ credit rating was first downgraded in 2009 and has remained at that level since.
Penalties for 13 Offences Expanded in Queensland Youth Crime Overhaul
The Queensland premier has pledged to introduce the ‘adult crime, adult time’ bill.
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Resigns Two Weeks Into New Government
He tendered his resignation in October, when the Labor government was in caretaker mode.
Aboriginal Affairs Minister Urges Queensland to Hit the Brakes on Axing Truth-Telling Inquiry
Indigenous Minister Malarndirri McCarthy has suggested the Queensland government ‘hold your horses.’
LNP to Scrap Aboriginal ‘Truth-Telling’ Inquiry, Sparking Criticism
The newly-elected LNP government looks set to wind up the Queensland Truth-Telling and Healing Inquiry and repeal the Path to Treaty legislation.
True Cost of Queensland’s Axed Hydro Project Revealed to Be Over $36 Billion
The new LNP government moved to axe the project upon winning office last weekend.
Queensland Announces New Cabinet Featuring Major Changes
Cabinet encompass new ministries including victim support, home ownership, customer services, and integrity.
New Queensland Premier Vows No Cuts to 250,000-Strong Public Service
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.
Queensland Leader Remains Uninterested in Nuclear Option
The position comes as Opposition Leader Peter Dutton vows to build seven nuclear power plants if his party wins power.
Crisafulli to Be Sworn in as Interim Leader, Renews Promise to Tackle Youth Crime
Queensland’s incoming Premier David Crisafulli says he will continue his plans for a multifaceted approach to youth crime.
8 Key Takeaways From the Queensland Election Result
The outcome of the Queensland election will likely be pored over by political strategists in the lead-up to the federal election.
‘Tomorrow We Get to Work’: Centre-Right LNP Ends Decade of Labor Government in Queensland
The incumbent Labor government saw an overall 6 percent swing against it, ending its time in government after 3 terms.
Home Building in Queensland at Its Slowest Since 2013: Property Council
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.
Queensland LNP Promises Isolation for Youth Offenders That Assault Staff
Young offenders who assault detention staff will receive mandatory periods in isolation under a LNP government, despite evidence it increases reoffending.
6 Key Issues Discussed During the Queensland Election Debate
Crisafulli promotes fiscal responsibility and crime reforms as a change candidate, while Miles defends Labor’s record, warning of potential cuts.
Queensland Health Offers $147,000 Part-Time Role for Midwife to Oversee Abortions
The move is part of the Queensland state government’s push to expand abortion services.
Queensland Labor’s Plan for 50 State-Owned GP Clinics Fails to Impress Peak Medical Body
Labor says it will introduce 50 state-owned bulk billing clinics to the state, but medical groups say they just need more doctors.
