Government committed to job creation in North Queensland

The Palaszczuk government has announced a range of initiatives that will create thousands of new jobs in North Queensland. It is hoped the employment opportunities will offset some of the losses experienced across the region’s mining sector in recent weeks.

Tradespeople will benefit from $3m Townsville projects

Two new construction contracts in Townsville are set to create opportunities for the city’s tradespeople, including local apprentices and trainees. The projects, worth more than $3 million in total, aim to improve the city’s infrastructure and housing facilities.