Council's 2023/24 Actions Reviewed in Annual Report
WEB2 days ago · As outlined in the Annual Report tabled at Council today, here's a few actions and activities delivered by Council in the 2023/24 financial year: Activated its Public Space Safety team, with suburban patrols used to identify and act upon matters of anti-social, illegal or undesirable behaviours. Progressed the development of the Cairns Gallery ...
Megna Elected Mayor as New Term Begins in Canada Bay
WEB2 days ago · Michael Megna has been elected as Mayor of the City of Canada Bay, leading a new look Council for the 2024-2028 term. "I am truly honoured to have the community's support and trust in me as Mayor," said Mayor Megna. "I look forward to working collaboratively with our newly elected team to serve the needs of our residents." Joining Mayor Megna ...
Minister Anandasangarees Statement on Mikmaq Treaty Day
WEB2 days ago · The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, issued the following statement today: "Today, we celebrate Mi'kmaq Treaty Day, recognizing and celebrating the historic Peace and Friendship Treaties. These Treaties are solemn Nation-to-Nation agreements to forge peaceful and meaningful relationships between the …
Tighter Rules, Community Input for Renewables Projects
WEB3 days ago · Tighter Rules, Community Input for Renewables Projects. With Queensland emerging as a world leader in clean and green energy, the Miles Government is ensuring key stakeholders, including regional Queenslanders, can have their say on renewable energy projects in their local area. Queensland is over halfway to our 2030 renewable energy target ...
Queensland Leads Quantum, Advanced Tech Adoption
WEB6 days ago · Queensland is the first Australian state to deliver a comprehensive quantum strategy. The Miles Government has committed $53 million in funding across five grants programs to develop quantum and advanced technologies, with applications including Quantum computing, novel materials and biomedicine, under its nation-leading Queensland Quantum and ...
Decade of City Snake Rescues Sheds Light on Human Interaction
WEB2 days ago · Macquarie University. A new analysis of a decade-long collection of wildlife rescue records in NSW has delivered new insights into how humans and reptiles interact in urban environments. Researchers from Macquarie University worked with scientists from Charles Darwin University, and the NSW Department of …
Cairns Economy Thrives With Billion-dollar Boost - Mirage News
WEBSep 11, 2024 · The Cairns economy is growing, with a $1.66 billion uplift since 2020. Council today noted the progress on its 2022-2026 Economic Development Strategy, which has helped steer the region's economic output to an impressive $11.46 billion. The city's job market is also thriving, with employment up to 88,563 jobs - …
Landmark Regional Airfare Scheme Hits Milestone - Mirage News
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Since launching in July 2022, the Regional Airfare Zone Cap (RAZC) scheme has been embraced by regional residents, significantly reducing the cost of return flights to Perth for personal reasons, including for specialist appointments and family visits. Under the scheme, airfares are capped at a maximum cost of …
32,000 QLD Households to Gain Energy Upgrades - Mirage News
WEBSep 4, 2024 · 32,000 QLD Households to Gain Energy Upgrades. JOINT STATEMENT. $116m in joint funding between the Albanese and Miles Governments to install energy performance measures such as insulation, solar and fixed appliance upgrades. Adds to the Albanese and Miles Government's cost of living relief and Homes for Queenslanders plan to build one million ...
WA Advances Nation-Leading Plastics Plan | Mirage News
WEBAug 31, 2024 · Since the plan commenced in 2021, WA has removed hundreds of millions of single-use plastic items from circulation, with up to 1.1 billion items to be saved from landfill every year once the plan is fully implemented. Items banned under the plan include plastic takeaway coffee cups, microbeads, polystyrene cups, cotton buds with plastic stems ...