The Sunshine Coast Airport’s new aerospace precinct has launched with Machjet International cementing its tenancy today and new economic opportunities taking off in a way not previously possible. Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jeff Seeney turned the first sod at the Marcoola airport site today and said the airport expansion […]
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Queensland events receive $1.4 million funding boost
Fifty-two events across the state will share $1.4 million in new funding under the latest round of the Tourism and Events Queensland Regional Development Program. Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games Jann Stuckey said the funding would aid the delivery of events in regional Queensland, providing economic and social benefits […]
Qld Government hands over land for Sunshine Coast Airport
The State Government has today announced legislation enabling the handover of state land upon which Sunshine Coast Airport stands, to Sunshine Coast Council. Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney has unveiled the Queensland Government Airport Directions Statement, which outlines the future for airports throughout the state, and which will enable Sunshine Coast Airport to more easily attract […]
Sunshine Plaza call-in being considered by Deputy Premier
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jeff Seeney is considering “calling in” the development application for a proposed extension of Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore. Mr Seeney said he was using his powers under the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 to issue a proposed call-in notice to allow interested parties 15 business days to have […]
Highway upgrade footprint reduced
The footprint for the future upgrade of the Bruce Highway between Caloundra Road and Sunshine Motorway has been dramatically decreased from 35 hectares down to 24 hectares. Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Scott Emerson, has confirmed the finer details of the preferred plan for the project. “Stage one, which involves the realignment of part […]
Moves to increase penalties around schools for speeding
The Queensland Government will consider increasing speeding penalties for motorists caught near Queensland schools. Transport and Main Roads Minister Scott Emerson said a review of speeding around schools with new flashing lights would be conducted before deciding whether further action was required. “A common excuse from motorists is that they find it difficult to identify […]
State shores up Gympie flood defences
Gympie will be better protected from floods with the Newman Government fast-tracking money to start work on major flood infrastructure projects. Community Recovery and Resilience Minister David Crisafulli said more than $5.2 million had been set aside to complete detailed designs and start work on the CBD levee and for road improvements. Drummond Drive will […]
Help available for kids to Get Started in sport
Parents struggling with the costs of rising children’s sport participation fees are being urged to sign-up to the Queensland Government’s “Get Started” program. The program offers vouchers up to $150 to children whose families might not otherwise be able to afford it, or who may otherwise benefit from, an opportunity to join a sport or […]
Sunshine Coast gets a spring in its step
Queenslanders are being encouraged to hit the ground running this weekend, at the Sunshine Coast Marathon and Community Run Festival. Minister for Recreation and Sport, Steve Dickson said the Newman Government was providing $25,000 sponsorship for the 25 August festival, at Alexandra Headlands. “The festival, which is now in its second year, is one of […]
Just over one week left to add your voice to The Queensland Plan
Andrew Powell MP Member for Glass house, today encouraged community members to get involved in the conversation about Queensland’s future before consultation closes on 30 August. “Don’t keep your ideas to yourself, make sure you add your voice to The Queensland Plan,” Mr Powell said. ‘We have already unearthed some great thoughts, ideas and perspectives […]