A helping hand is on the way to the tune of $500,000 to assist primary producers and landholders with the cost of removing and safely disposing of hazardous waste. Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon said the Keeping Queensland Clean: Illegal Dumping Grant Program formed part of the government’s war on waste.
Read MoreMon Repos is a hive of turtle activity with hatchlings starting to emerge and make their way to the ocean.
Read MoreThe Palaszczuk Government is fast-tracking Queensland’s transition to a zero-waste society through a new $2.1 billion waste package, including a $1.1 billion Recycling and Jobs Fund. Environment Minister Meaghan Scanlon said the fund will support increased household recycling, help build new resource recovery infrastructure, and create more jobs in more industries.
Read MoreGold Coast is one step closer to on demand transport, with an operator for an upcoming trial announced today. Member for Gaven Meaghan Scanlon said Surfside Buslines were successfully contracted to provide locals with convenient, accessible and reliable pre-booked on demand services.
Read MoreThe Queensland Government has committed $125,000 over 2 years to protect Mount Etna’s ghost bats.
Read MoreThe Palaszczuk Government has begun public consultation on the establishment of an independent environmental regulator in Queensland.
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