The CFMEU has launched a campaign against senior Cross River Rail Minister Kate Jones, claiming the government’s promise of 2000 jobs had failed to materialise, with just 350 to 400 people employed and many from interstate and overseas.
The state’s top doctor says the controversial border wall – crippling the Gold Coast economy – can come down before July 10 but business leaders say operators need certainty.
Some public servants could see a July 1 pay rise while others miss out, with Health Minister Steven Miles unable to rule out winners and losers under the Palaszczuk Government’s COVID-19 pay freeze.
The Queensland border could open earlier than July 10, with Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young revealing she could move faster than the state’s restrictions roadmap, while “some work” has been done on how a travel bubble with other states including might occur.
Queensland has no new recorded cases of COVID-19, with five active cases remaining in the state.
Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington says bullying “backroom boys” are behind moves to destabilise her position, as she delivered her “one message” following days of leaking against her.
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has told protesters planning a second wave of protests this weekend they “should not attend”, but police can’t say whether those who do will be fined for flouting health rules.
The date Queensland students will be allowed to return to school sports has been revealed.
The 21 Child Safety officers savaged by a Coroner’s report into the death of tragic toddler Mason Jet Lee will know within weeks whether they face further disciplinary action. And even those who have since quit are in the Public Service Commission’s sights.
As the ARL Commission reveals the date they want crowds back in stadiums and the AFL already submitting its covid safe plan, the opposition has slammed the State Government for allowing 30,000 people to protest while denying footy fans a chance to watch live games. VOTE IN THE POLL NOW
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