Dale Last, Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development · Original source
Queensland Natural Resources and Mines Minister Dale Last is leading a trade mission to Indonesia, the first led by a Resources and Mines Minister in 17 years. The mission focuses on critical minerals, coal, mining equipment, technology and services, and associated processing opportunities. Last will meet Indonesian Government officials, investment partners and major resources operators, and visit one of the world's largest open-pit thermal coal mines.
David Crisafulli, Premier and Minister for Veterans; Tim Nicholls, Minister for Health and Ambulance Services · Original source
The Queensland Government has released a masterplan for expanding The Prince Charles Hospital, Australia's leading cardiothoracic hospital, under its Hospital Rescue Plan. Stage One will add 104 beds, including an 80-bed mental health facility, a larger emergency department and an expanded cardiac catheterisation lab service. The first new treatment spaces are due in 2028 and the mental health facility in 2031. Public consultation on the masterplan is now open.
Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister · Original source
The Albanese Government has released its first significant update since February on the independent Defence Estate Audit, under which it agreed to fully or partially divest 67 underused Defence sites. Defence has transferred 11 sites to the Department of Finance for divestment. Victoria Barracks Sydney and Melbourne, Fort Queenscliff and RAAF Williams – Point Cook will stay in public ownership to protect their heritage, and the Stokes Hill Fuel Installation in the Northern Territory will return to the Larrakia people.
