Government

For the second consecutive year, securing a surplus, this year's budget offers an array of initiatives tailored for SMEs.

In 2024–25, the government’s $27.1 billion capital program will directly support around 72,000 jobs across the state, with 50,000 or 69 per cent of these jobs located outside of the Greater Brisbane region.

Tranche 1 of the new Queensland Building Reg Reno paused the further rollout of trust accounts to private projects below $10 million. This will help smaller contractors focus on building and gives more time to educate builders and subcontractors on existing payment protections, ensuring they know their rights and options.

The State Government has taken decisive action to restart the long-overdue review of the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 2009 (QCAT Act).

The Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) is dedicated to protecting the building and construction industry, one of Queensland’s most important sectors. Know your rights and get protected.

The Queensland Government, acting through the Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works (DHLGPPW), QBuild, is seeking to establish a Standing Offer Arrangement (SOA) for Plumbing Trade Contractor Services across metropolitan, regional and remote areas of Queensland.

The Department of Energy and Climate has launched a campaign to generate awareness and promote the benefits of renewable hydrogen in Queensland and how it will support regional communities and protect and create new jobs.

The Queensland Government has announced a comprehensive review into Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ), aimed at restoring confidence in the state’s resources safety framework and ensuring the highest safety standards for workers.

The Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works (the department) is aware of sleeping pods and capsules being incorporated into accommodation buildings. As this is an emerging form of accommodation, the department is considering potential fire safety implications.