2018-19 Budget Estimates Volume of Additional Information

Reports No. 10 and 11, 56th Parliament Economics and Governance Committee August 2018 Table of Contents

Minutes of Estimates meetings

Correspondence regarding leave to participate in the hearing

Questions on notice and responses Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

Questions on notice and responses Premier and Minister for the Trade

Questions on notice and responses Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships

Questions on notice and responses Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs

Answers to questions taken on notice at the hearing 24 July 2018

Documents tabled at the hearing 24 July 2018

Correspondence clarifying comments made at the hearing

Minutes of Estimates meetings

Minutes of Estimates meetings

1. Monday 11 June 2018

2. Friday 15 June 2018

3. Tuesday 24 July 2018

4. Tuesday 24 July 2018

5. Tuesday 24 July 2018

6. Tuesday 26 July 2018

7. Monday 30 July 2018

8. Wednesday 15 August 2018

Correspondence regarding leave to participate in the hearing

Correspondence

1. 22 June 2018 – Letter from Deb Frecklingon MP, Leader of the and Shadow Minister for Trade

2. 28 June 2018 – Letter from MP, Member for Noosa

3. 12 July 2018 – Letter from MP, Member for Mirani

4. 18 July 2018 – Letter from MP, Member for Maiwar

5. 20 July 2018 – Letter from Deb Frecklingon MP, Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Minister for Trade

22 June 2018

Economics and Governance Committee Attention: Mr MP, Chair

By email: [email protected]

Dear Mr Power

I’m writing in relation to the Committee’s consideration of the 2018/19 portfolio budget estimates.

Pursuant to section 181(e) of the Standing Rules and Orders of the Legislative Assembly, I seek leave for the following Members to attend the public estimates hearings of the Committee, scheduled for Tuesday 24 July 2018:

MP, Member for Nanango  MP, Member for Everton  MP, Member for Kawana  Dr MP, Member for Moggill  MP, Member for Warrego  John-Paul Langbroek MP, Member for Surfers Paradise  Stephen Bennett MP, Member for Burnett  Brent Mickelberg MP, Member for Buderim

Should you have any queries, please contact Peter Coulson of my office.

Yours sincerely

DEB FRECKLINGTON MP Leader of the Opposition Shadow Minister for Trade Member for Nanango

CC: Mr Jarrod Bleijie MP, Mr MP

Stephen Andrew MP Member for Mirani

12 July 2018

Economics and Governance Committee Parliament House George Street QLD 4000

Dear Chair, In accordance with Standing Order 209 I seek leave to participate in the Economics and Governance Committee public hearing in relation to proposed expenditure for the Legislative Assembly and the Premier and Minister for Trade, the Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, and the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs regarding the proposed expenditures for their portfolio areas on 24th July 2018.

Sincerely

MP Stephen Andrew Member for Mirani

The Sarina Centre Phone:074806 0700 Central Street Sarina Qld 4737 Fax:074806 0709 PO Box 56 Sarina Qld 4737 Toll Free: 1800 812 340 [email protected]

20 July 2018

Economics and Governance Committee Attention: Mr Linus Power MP, Chair

By email: [email protected]

Dear Mr Power

Further to my letter dated 22 June, I’m again writing in relation to the Committee’s consideration of the 2018/19 portfolio budget estimates.

Pursuant to section 181(e) of the Standing Rules and Orders of the Legislative Assembly, I seek leave for the following Member to attend the public estimates hearings of the Committee, scheduled for Tuesday 24 July 2018:

 Andrew Powell MP, Member for Glass House

Should you have any queries, please contact Peter Coulson of my office.

Yours sincerely

DEB FRECKLINGTON MP Leader of the Opposition Shadow Minister for Trade Member for Nanango

CC: Mr Jarrod Bleijie MP, Mr Ray Stevens MP

Questions on notice and responses

Speaker of the Legislative Assembly

Parliamentary Service

BUDGET 2018-19 ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS ON NOTICE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Overseas Travel ...... 1

2 Parliamentary Library Budget Allocation ...... 3

3 2017 Electoral Boundary Redistribution ...... 4

4 Parliamentary Library Staffing ...... 5

5 Parliamentary Precinct Security (risk/incidents) ...... 6

6 Petitions ...... 8

7 Parliament House 150th Anniversary Activities ...... 9

8 Promotion of Public Interaction with the Parliament ...... 10

9 Training Services provided to Public Servants ...... 11

10 Parliament House Fire Protection System Project ...... 14

11 Allocation of bedrooms to Members ...... 15

12 Educational Activities ...... 19

13 Parliamentary Annexe Lift Upgrade ...... 21

14 Parliamentary Precinct Maintenance Program ...... 23

15 Electorate Officer Inductions and Training Programs ...... 25

16 CCTV Security Upgrade ...... 26

17 School Children Visits and parliamentary education ...... 27

18 Parliamentary Precinct initiatives to reduce energy consumption ...... 35

19 Promotion of Queensland produce by Catering Services ...... 37

20 Electorate Office Relief Staff ...... 38

BUDGET 2018-19 RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS ON NOTICE

QUESTION 1 With reference to page 2-4 of the SDS: (a) What overseas travel was undertaken in 2017-18 and is planned for 2018-19 (reported separately) for (i) the Speaker; (ii) Speaker’s staff; and/or (iii) Staff of Legislative Assembly; (b) what is the likely itinerary and cost (broken down by trip)?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

Overseas Travel undertaken in 2017-18 a) Speaker – no overseas travel (by former Speaker Wellington or current Speaker Pitt). b) Speaker’s staff – no overseas travel. c) Parliamentary Service staff (Staff of the Legislative Assembly):

Traveler Destination Purpose Actual Cost Mr Rob Papua New Guinea United Nations Development $2,500 Hansen, (July 2017) Program to assist PNG Committee Parliament with training Secretary

Overseas Travel proposed for 2018-19 a) Speaker –

Traveler Destination Purpose Estimated Cost Speaker Pitt Wellington, NZ Presiding Officers and Clerks $6,600 and spouse (July 2018 - 7 days Conference duration) (travel since completed) Speaker Pitt Los Angeles, New • Attend National Conference of $24,815 and spouse York State Legislatures (LA) (August 2018 – • Attend trade and investment 7 days duration) meetings on behalf of Queensland (LA & NY) • Deliver lecture, Columbia University (NY)

It is noted that it is customary for Speakers of the Queensland Legislative Assembly to attend the Westminster Seminar on Parliamentary Practice and Procedure hosted by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association – (United Kingdom Branch).

This seminar now known as the Westminster Seminar on Effective Parliaments, will be held in Westminster from 26-30 November 2018. It is my intention to attend this invitation only seminar, if invited by the hosts.

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b) Speaker’s staff – no overseas travel proposed. c) Parliamentary Service staff (Staff of the Legislative Assembly):

Traveler Destination Purpose Estimated Cost Mr Neil Laurie, Wellington, NZ Attend Presiding Officers and $3,900 Clerk of the (6 days) Clerks Conference Parliament Mr Brett Nutley, Wellington, NZ Attend Presiding Officers and Most costs met Indigenous (3 days) Clerks Conference (panel by NZ Liaison Officer session) Parliament. Mr Michael Ries, Wisconsin, USA Attend American Society of $3,635 Deputy Clerk Legislative Clerks and Secretaries Professional (Accommodation Development Seminar (Chair of the and seminar ANZACATT Case costs met by Law Committee) host)

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QUESTION 2 With reference to SDS, pages 2-4, what is the budget allocation for the Parliamentary Library for 2018/19 and how does this compare with 2016/17 and 2017/18 (reported separately by year)?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The approved budget for the Parliamentary Library for 2018-19 is $2.769M.

The approved budget for the Parliamentary Library for 2017-18 was $2.698M.

The approved budget for the Parliamentary Library for 2016-17 was $2.780M.

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QUESTION 3 I refer to page 3 of the SDS which refers to “changes arising from the Queensland Electoral Commission 2017 Electoral Boundary Redistribution, including the increase in the number of electorates” and ask the Speaker-what has been the impact on these changes on Members’ electorate office accommodation and support services?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The 2017 Electoral Boundary Redistribution together with the timing of the 2017 State Election has had a significant impact on Members’ electorate office accommodation. As a consequence there were ten (10) electorates that, based on new boundaries, did not have an electorate office physically located within the electorate.

Of these ten electorates, there were five electorates deemed urgent where there were no other existing offices in close vicinity that Members could practicably access after the election. These electorates included Jordon, Ninderry, Theodore, Kurwongbah, and Coomera.

During 2017-18, the Parliamentary Service: a) Sourced and established temporary office accommodation (including furniture equipment, data and telecommunications) for Members representing the five electorates above pending location and fit-out of longer term offices; b) Commenced identifying and sourcing suitable long term accommodation; c) Completed three of the relocations above, with the other two pending final location and lease negotiations; d) Completed closure of the previous Mount Coot-tha electorate office; and e) Completed closure of the previous second Traeger electorate office in Cloncurry following a decision by the Member to adopt an existing office in Charters Towers (previously allocated to the Member for Dalrymple).

In addition to the above, the 2017 Election also involved a range of more generic election related issues including handover of offices by outgoing Members, changes to signage, changes to electorate office staff, etc.

During 2018-19, the Parliamentary Service will seek to complete the relocations underway, and commence relocation of the remaining five (5) electorate offices that do not currently sit within the new electorate boundaries.

The work program arising from the 2017 Election (and Redistribution) has placed additional pressures on existing resources and the ability to respond to day-to-day office maintenance and equipment/furniture requests.

In light of the above, for 2018-19 the Clerk of the Parliament is seeking to arrange temporary additional resourcing to assist in managing these issues.

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QUESTION 4 With reference to SDS, pages 2-4, what is the FTE allocation for the Parliamentary Library for 2018/19 and how does this compare with 2016/17 and 2017/18 (reported separately by year)?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The approved FTE allocation for the Parliamentary Library for 2018-19 is 24.6 FTEs. The approved FTE allocation for the Parliamentary Library for 2017-18 was also 24.6 FTEs. The approved FTE allocation for the Parliamentary Library for 2016-17 was 25.6 FTEs.

The Parliamentary Library effectively has two arms, the first arm is Research & Reference which delivers Members’ requests for research. The other area is Information Management, which is responsible for the Library’s various hardcopy and digital information collections and alert services.

The decrease in staffing (1 FTE) from 2016-17 to 2017-18 is the result of a briefing the Clerk received in March 2017 regarding the impact of changing technical and service skills on Library staffing. One of the issues raised was that upgraded automated library software, and resulting efficiencies over the previous few years had led to a reduced need for administrative support of daily operations. One result was the redeployment of an officer (Digitisation Management Officer AO5) from the Library to a vacant and redesigned position in Chamber Services. This in turn released funding for the establishment of a position required in Property Services (Conservation and Soft Services Officer). This redeployment has been very successful and is demonstrative of the Parliamentary Service redeploying resources within the Service to meet changing demands.

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QUESTION 5 With reference to SDS pages 2-4 and the security of the Parliamentary precinct, will the Speaker outline: a. Any significant security issues and risks that arose in the 2017/18 year at the precinct or electorate offices; b. A list of the items confiscated by Parliamentary Security from visitors; and c. What measures the Speaker plans to incorporate in the coming financial year in relation to security of the precinct and members’ offices?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

a. Any significant security issues and risks that arose in the 2017/18 year at the precinct or electorate offices.

In 2017-18 there were eight (9) security incidents within the parliamentary precinct where the incidents required police attendance.

In 2017-18 there were forty-six (46) incidents reported from electorate offices, of which 23 incidents were referred to the Queensland Fixated Threat Assessment Centre (a joint initiative between the Queensland Police Service and Queensland Heath) for further investigation. b. A list of the items confiscated by Parliamentary Security from visitors.

In 2017-18 there were a total of 100 visitors who surrendered items to Security pending their departure from the buildings.

Category of visitor Number of persons Types of Items held at Security with prohibited items

Students 16 • Scissors (Approx. 10,805 • Multi tool processed) • Waiters friend • Stanley knife

Visitors 79 • Pocket knives (Approx. 72,241 • Knife & holster processed) • Scissors • Multi tools • Bottle opener of spent cartridge

Contractors 5 • Pocket knives

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c. What measures the Speaker plans to incorporate in the coming financial year in relation to security of the precinct and members’ offices?

Parliamentary Precinct Security

Planned Security upgrades for 2018-19 include the final stage of the CCTV System upgrade and modernisation project (a five year program valued at approx. $1.5M) incorporating the refit of the security control room. Once complete the CCTV upgrade project will deliver: • 100% CCTV coverage of the external perimeter (i.e. outer fence lines) in additional to all perimeter gates; • cameras at main vehicular entrances with true number plate identification and driver identification capability at each entry point; and • Cameras at main pedestrian (security point) entrances in the Annexe and Parliament House with true facial identification capability at all ambient light levels (i.e. suitable to act as compelling evidence in criminal or civil proceedings).

In 2018-19 work will also commence on the restoration of the heritage fence bordering Alice and George Streets. This project will not only address restoration of existing stonework and wrought iron structures but also improve the structural integrity of the fence as a security measure against hostile vehicle penetration and pedestrian access. This project has some challenges in striking the appropriate balance between maintaining heritage aspects whilst addressing modern security issues, such as the risks posed by intruders and vehicles.

Electorate Office Security

In 2016 the former Speaker approved the establishment of an Electorate Office Security Working Group (EOSWG) to review electorate office security. The EOSWG Report was finalised in early July 2017 after consultation with all stakeholders, and provided to the former Speaker for consideration. The Speaker referred the Report to the CLA for feedback and the Report was considered by the CLA in its meeting of 10 October 2017 where a number of Report recommendations were endorsed. Proposed changes to physical security within offices is relatively minor. A range of improvements will also be developed regarding awareness, improvements to coordination between the Parliamentary Service and other agencies, reporting and feedback processes, and scheduling of regular risk assessments.

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QUESTION 6 With reference to SDS page 4 and the promotion of information about Parliament, will the Speaker advise: a. How many Queenslanders signed paper and electronic petitions in 2017/18 (reported separately); and b. How many petitioners were emailed a copy of the Minister’s response?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE a) A total of 47,705 people signed a paper petition and 84,354 people signed an e-petition in 2017-18. b) A total of 106 e-petitions were tabled in 2017-18 and 106 principal petitioners were emailed a copy of the Minister’s response. When a person joins an e-petition they can opt to be notified of the Minister’s response, however, the Parliamentary Service does not track if a person chooses this option. 78 paper petitions were also tabled and 78 principal petitioners were posted a copy of the Minister’s response.

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QUESTION 7

I refer to page 4 of the SDS which refers to delivering “a program of activities to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first Parliamentary sitting in Parliament House" and ask the Speaker to outline what activities are planned?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

About the event (titled PH150) The 4th of August 2018 marks the 150th anniversary of the first sitting of the Queensland Parliament in the now heritage-listed building in Brisbane. To mark this historic milestone, the Queensland Parliament will stage a number of events, including: • A special Commemorative Dinner on Friday 10 August in the Strangers’ Dining Room. • An Open Day for the Public on Saturday 11 August. • A historical seminar, co-hosted with the Royal Historical Society of Queensland, on Saturday 25 August. Three leading historians will explore the journey towards the new Parliament House, and its design and construction. The Clerk of Parliament will speak about the challenges of working in, and preserving, a heritage-listed building. • As well, there will be a number of events in the week of 20 August 2018, including a celebration for the unveiling of Gilbert Eliott’s robes which have been restored by the Queensland Parliament (Gilbert was the First Speaker of the Legislative Assembly), and the launch of “The People’s House”, a modest coffee table book which showcases Parliament House in photographs. • Three formal High Teas (two to be held on the 11 August Open Day and another special High Teas on 17 August) hosted in the Strangers Dining Room and open to public bookings. Details of the events are available on the Parliament’s website.

Background to the Anniversary The inaugural meeting of Queensland’s first Parliament occurred on 22 May 1860. From 1860 to 1868, Queensland’s Parliament met in a converted military barracks building located in Brisbane’s Queen Street. This building, completed in 1827, was chosen simply because it was one of the largest in Brisbane at the time.

In September 1863, the then Legislative Council determined that the time had come to consider improved accommodation for the “House of Parliament”. In November 1863, a specially-appointed commission chose the site for the new Parliament, and expressed the view that the final design adopted should reflect the high aspirations and the future prosperity of Queensland. The commission was conscious that, although the colony was remote, the eyes of the world were still upon it, and Queensland would be judged by its public buildings. After much controversy, the design brief by Colonial Architect Charles Tiffin was selected for the building.

Today, Queensland’s Parliament House is a premier heritage-listed building and one of Brisbane's best known landmarks. For over 150 years, Parliament House has been the centre of Queensland’s parliamentary democracy. Since August 1868, Queensland’s elected representatives have assembled here to debate and vote on proposed new laws, voice the concerns of their constituents and raise the issues of the day.

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QUESTION 8 I refer to page 2 of the SDS which refers to improving “the Parliament’s online presence to facilitate and promote public interaction with the Parliament and its processes.” Can the Speaker please outline any initiatives delivered or planned to achieve this goal?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

In 2017 we saw the launch of ‘Parliament TV’, our new and improved online broadcasting system for the proceedings of the Legislative Assembly and committee public hearings.

‘Parliament TV’ was developed in order to better serve the people of Queensland by making our broadcasts more accessible.

‘Parliament TV’ is compatible across a range of viewing platforms such as smartphones, tablets and PCs, as well as on different operating systems such as Android and iOS.

‘Parliament TV’ also allows for the archiving and replay of committee public hearings for a period of 12 months after the proceedings.

In addition to ‘Parliament TV’, in 2017 the Committee of the Legislative Assembly (CLA) noted the Commonwealth Parliament’s capability to supply video clips of Members’ speeches and requested that the Parliamentary Service investigate ways to expedite the capture of video for Members, within reasonable resources, to provide an outcome in a cost-effective way.

In response to this request, the Parliamentary Service’s IT Services developed a self-service video extract facility called ‘Members Video Extract’ which makes it easy to for members to make video clips of their speeches in the House and distribute them via social media platforms.

This system was originally available from the Parliament’s intranet site but has subsequently been expanded and can now be accessed by any internet connected desktop or laptop computer.

The MVE systems now can be accessed by Ministers, Opposition Members and their staff using their standard Ministerial or Opposition credentials. It also allows Backbench Members and EO staff to access the system anywhere using their Parliament credentials.

Work is also progressing on further expanding the MVE system to allow members to clip video of Committee proceedings. An announcement on this is expected in the near future.

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QUESTION 9 With reference to SDS page 9, will the Speaker outline what training services have been provided to Queensland Public Servants, the nature of the training and the recipients (broken down separately)?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The Parliamentary Service conducts training seminars for public servants on the roles and functions of the Queensland Parliament and the relationship between the Parliament and the Executive.

Three different seminars are offered in Brisbane and training conferences are offered regionally. In addition, tailored programs for individual departments/agencies have been negotiated.

Introduction to How Parliament Works The ‘Introduction to the How Parliament Works’ seminar is a half day program designed to give public sector officers an overview of Queensland's parliamentary system of Government. The topics covered include the constitutional provisions for State Government, and the roles and structures of the Parliament, the Executive and the Judiciary. The law making processes and the functions and structures of parliamentary committees are core elements of the seminar program.

During this seminar, officers have the opportunity to observe the Parliament in action and to participate in a session with a Member of Parliament about the working relationship between Members of Parliament and the public service. The seminar includes a tour of the Parliament.

This seminar is designed for, but not restricted to, State AO2 – AO5 or equivalent classifications; graduates, and public sector trainees.

Relationship between the Parliament and the Executive The ‘Relationship between the Parliament and the Executive’ seminar is a full-day program designed to give public sector officers a detailed knowledge and understanding of the processes and procedures the Parliament uses to scrutinise the actions of Executive Government. The seminar covers the application of the doctrine of the separation of powers, Queensland's unicameral Parliament; the Parliamentary Committee system, the Budget and Estimates processes; legislative processes; and the role of a Minister at the parliamentary and Executive levels.

Officers have the opportunity to observe the Parliament at work during Question Time and also to participate in a session with a Minister to discuss the Minister's parliamentary and Executive roles and responsibilities. The seminar includes a tour of the Parliament.

This seminar is designed for, but not restricted to, State AO6 - S01 or equivalent classifications.

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Committees@Work The half day – ‘Committees@Work’ seminar provides practical information on the reform and modernisation of Queensland’s parliamentary committee system in 2011 and its impacts on public sector officers. The structure and purpose of the portfolio-based committees is outlined, together with an overview of the role of parliamentary committees.

The public sector officers learn about the Parliamentary Committee inquiry process, their role as public servants in providing information to parliamentary committees and gain practical information about preparing submissions and appearing before a committee.

Parliament and Government Processes The ‘Parliament and Government Processes’ conference is offered in regional locations in accordance with our Parliamentary Education three-year plan. This comprehensive full-day seminar provides regional public servants with a detailed understanding of the processes that the Queensland Parliament uses to pass legislation and to scrutinise the actions of the Executive. The roles and responsibilities of public servants within government and parliamentary processes are also explained. The seminar provides guidance as to how the Parliamentary Committee system works and what to expect if they are called to give evidence before one of those committees.

Parliamentary Education Training Seminar Program for the Public Sector 2017-18: breakdown of recipients at each seminar

Date Location Attendees Relationship between the Parliament and the Executive 10 August 2017 34 16 November 2017 36 Brisbane 22 March 2018 41 17 May 2018 37 Parliament and Government Processes 12 September 2017 Cairns 38 10 November 2017 Rockhampton 13 7 June 2018 Mackay 22 Introduction to How Parliament Works 12 October 2017 40 8 March 2018 38 1 May 2018 Brisbane 34 29 May 2018 28 14 June 2018 35 Committees@Work 3 November 2017 40 Brisbane 20 April 2018 41

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Date Location Attendees Introduction to Parliament and Government in Queensland 8 February 2018 36 Brisbane 15 February 2018 35 The Functions of Parliament and Its Committees 23 March 2018 Brisbane 15 Total 563

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QUESTION 10 I refer to page 8 of the SDS which refers to “completion of a major program to install a fire protection system in Parliament House” and ask the Speaker when this project is due for completion and what benefits the system will deliver?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

In 2015-16 funding was approved to install a fire protection (sprinkler) system in Parliament House.

The decision was made after several reviews had been conducted by independent experts who came to the view that investment in new fire protection systems was necessary given that: a) at that point in time there were no fire suppression systems (sprinklers) in the building, nor any fire compartmentation (fire barriers to limit the spread of fire); and b) the above facts, combined with the age, construction, contents and use of the building, resulted in unacceptable property risks.

In 2013 a review conducted by Arup Consulting (experts in fire protection in heritage buildings) provided the CLA with a number of options for improving fire safety. The CLA selected the following options: • Installation of sprinklers throughout the building (i.e. in the roof space, riser ducts, spaces where plant and equipment is housed, the chambers, corridors, individual offices, etc.). • Construction of limited fire compartmentation in the roof space. • Installation of automatic gas suppression systems in the Table office strong rooms, O’Donovan Library and Reading Rooms.

The project work plan involves 10 separate stages.

Stages 1-5 of the project have now been completed. • Stage 1 – Parliament House Roof Space • Stage 2 – Alice Street (second floor) • Stage 3 – Alice Street (first floor) • Stage 4 – Legislative Council (Red) Chamber • Stage 5 – Legislative Assembly (Green) Chamber

Stages 6-10 of the project are due for completion by September 2019 and include: • Stage 1A - Parliament House Roof Space (Variations, walkways and additional safety rails) • Stage 6 - Library/Reading Rooms • Stage 7 - Alice Street Ground Floor and Basement • Stage 8 - George Street City End Ground Floor • Stage 9 - Gaseous Systems • Stage 10 - George Street QUT End Ground Floor

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QUESTION 11 With reference to SDS pages 2-4, will the Speaker provide a list of members who have been allocated a bedroom in the Parliamentary precinct, and the policy behind why they have been allocated a bedroom?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The Parliamentary Annexe includes overnight bedroom facilities sufficient to accommodate a total of 78 Members. In addition to above, the precinct includes a dedicated Speaker’s Flat and a larger Family Flat which can be booked by any Member on request.

Under current arrangements, a total of 79 Members are provided with access to dedicated overnight rooms.

With respect to policy setting regarding room allocation, there are a few points to note: a) Pursuant to section 5 of the Parliamentary Service Act 1988, responsibility for “accommodation and services in the parliamentary precinct” formally rests with the Speaker;

b) Section 8 of the Parliamentary Service Act 1988 provides that the Speaker may delegate functions under the Act to the Deputy Speaker, the Clerk or a parliamentary service officer or employee;

c) Under delegations existing at the commencement of the current Parliament, the Speaker has delegated to the Clerk the following powers in respect of allocating rooms: • Where the changes relate to offices currently occupied by the Parliamentary Service the Clerk is at liberty to reallocate those rooms within the Service; • Where office or bedroom changes occur within rooms currently allocated to groups within the Parliament, the Clerk must first consult with the nominee for that group. (For example, if there are changes to rooms currently allocated to the Ministry, the Clerk would consult with the Leader of the House. If there are changes to bedrooms on floors currently allocated to LNP Members, the Clerk would consult with the Leader of Opposition Business etc.); and • The temporary allocation of vacant bedrooms and the Family Flat to Members (in a practical sense this is currently done through the Sergeant at Arms).

The current allocation of Members’ bedrooms was last reviewed following the 2017 State election. This review was complicated by the increase in the total number of Members of Parliament by four after the 2017 Election, including an additional five members from outside the Brisbane metropolitan area offset by one less member from the Brisbane metropolitan area.

In accordance with the delegations above, shortly after the Election the Clerk consulted with the Leader of the House and Leader of Opposition Business regarding room allocations.

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While final room allocations are traditionally a matter of negotiation, there are some overarching principles that are applied to determine Members’ eligibility for bedrooms:

1. Members representing regional electorates where it is not considered practical to return home from Brisbane are given highest priority. 2. All Ministers are provided with access to bedrooms irrespective of location or Electorate. 3. The Leader of the Opposition is provided with access to a bedroom irrespective of location or Electorate. 4. Government and Opposition Whips are provided with access to bedrooms irrespective of location or Electorate. 5. The remaining bedrooms are allocated based generally on distance between the electorate and Brisbane, with highest priority given to those electorates furthest from Brisbane.

A full list of all Members provided with dedicated bedrooms is attached.

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LIST OF CURRENT MP BEDROOM ALLOCATIONS (56TH Parliament)

Electorate Member Electorate Member

Regional Queensland MPs (25) Mirani ANDREW, Stephen Burdekin LAST, Dale Bundaberg BATT, David Keppel LAUGA, Brittany Burnett BENNETT, Stephen Warrego LEAHY, Ann Callide BOYCE, Colin Southern Downs LISTER, James Gladstone BUTCHER, Glenn Cook LUI, Cynthia Whitsunday COSTIGAN, Jason Gregory MILLAR, Lachlan Barron River CRAWFORD, Craig (Minister) Rockhampton O'ROURKE, Barry Hinchinbrook DAMETTO, Nick Mundingburra O'ROURKE, Coralee (Minister) Mackay GILBERT, Julieanne Mulgrave PITT, Curtis (Speaker) Thuringowa HARPER, Aaron Maryborough SAUNDERS, Bruce Cairns HEALY, Michael Hervey Bay SORENSEN, Ted Traeger KATTER, Robbie Townsville STEWART, Scott Hill KNUTH, Shane

MPs outside Brisbane metropolitan area (29) Condamine WEIR, Pat Ipswich West MADDEN, Jim Gympie PERRETT, Tony Kawana BLEIJIE, Jarrod Nanango FRECKLINGTON, Deb (Opp Ldr) Burleigh HART, Michael Nicklin HUNT, Marty Currumbin STUCKEY, Jann Ninderry PURDIE, Dan Glass House POWELL, Andrew Noosa BOLTON, Sandy Kurwongbah KING, Shane Scenic Rim KRAUSE, Jon Lockyer MCDONALD, Jim North WATTS, Trevor Southport MOLHOEK, Rob (Opp Whip) Toowoomba South JANETZKI, David Mermaid Beach STEVENS, Ray Caloundra MCARDLE, Mark Pumicestone WILSON, Simone Broadwater CRISAFULLI, David Surfers Paradise LANGBROEK, John-Paul Buderim MICKELBERG, Brent Mudgeeraba BATES, Ros Coomera CRANDON, Michael Gaven SCANLON, Meaghan Maroochydore SIMPSON, Fiona Bonney O'CONNOR, Sam Ipswich HOWARD, Jennifer

Ministers (where not included above - 16 ) Algester ENOCH, Leeanne (Minister) Sandgate HINCHLIFFE, Stirling (Minister) Miller BAILEY, Mark (Minister) Cooper JONES, Kate (Minister) Springwood DE BRENNI, Mick (Minister) Stafford LYNHAM, Anthony (Minister) Woodridge DICK, Cameron (Minister) Murrumba MILES, Steven (Minister) Bulimba FARMER, Di (Minister) Inala PALASZCZUK, Annastacia (Premier) Waterford FENTIMAN, Shannon (Minister) South Brisbane TRAD, Jackie (Deputy Premier) Ferny Grove FURNER, Mark (Minister) Redcliffe D'ATH, Yvette (Minister) McConnel GRACE, Grace (Minister) Morayfield RYAN, Mark (Minister)

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LIST OF CURRENT MP BEDROOM ALLOCATIONS (56TH Parliament) Electorate Member Electorate Member Government and Opposition Whips (where not included above - 4) BOOTHMAN, Mark (Dep Opp Theodore Whip) Capalaba BROWN, Don (Govt Whip)

Pine Rivers BOYD, Nikki (Dep Govt Whip) Lytton PEASE, Joan (Govt Whip)

Other Members furthest from Brisbane (5)

Bundamba MILLER, Jo-Ann Bancroft WHITING, Chris

Jordan MULLEN, Charis Logan POWER, Linus

Redlands RICHARDS, Kim

MPs not provided with a bedroom (14)

Maiwar BERKMAN, Michael Chatsworth MINNIKIN, Steve

Greenslopes KELLY, Joe Clayfield NICHOLLS, Tim

Nudgee LINARD, Leanne Stretton PEGG, Duncan

Everton MANDER, Tim Mount Ommaney PUGH, Jessica

Macalister MCMAHON, Melissa Oodgeroo ROBINSON, Mark

Mansfield MCMILLAN, Corrinne Moggill ROWAN, Christian

Aspley MELLISH, Bart Toohey RUSSO, Peter

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QUESTION 12 I refer to page 2 of the SDS which refers to delivering “educational and awareness programs about the Parliament and raising youth awareness of the importance of the institution” and ask the Speaker to outline activities undertaken over the past 12 months and those proposed in 2018-19?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

Over the past 12 months, the Parliamentary Education team has delivered programs to primary, secondary and tertiary students in relation to the work and processes of the Parliament.

The primary and junior secondary program focuses on developing an understanding of the role of Parliament in lawmaking, the history of the Parliament and the role of key individuals within the Parliament including the Premier, the Leader of the Opposition, the Speaker, the Governor and the Sergeant-at-Arms.

The secondary and tertiary programs develop a deeper understanding of the role of the Parliament, with a particular focus on engagement with the Parliament through processes such as the work of Committees and how to submit petitions to the Parliament. Thus, young people are encouraged to participate in democratic processes beyond voting.

Over the past financial year 10,993 students have participated in primary or junior secondary educational programs at Parliament House or attended a regional Youth Parliament.

A total of 1,272 senior secondary students and 371 tertiary and TAFE students participated in Parliamentary Education tours and seminars at Parliament House or in the Parliamentary Education Regional Activities Program. 319 young people participated in four Youth Parliaments including the Legal Studies Youth Parliament, the Eric Deeral Indigenous Youth Parliament, and Youth Parliaments in Cairns and Mackay.

In addition, two workshops were offered to participants at the National Youth Science Forum which was held in Brisbane in January this year. Seventy-four young people from around the nation took part in these workshops, learning not only about Parliament as a whole, but also about the role of Committees in working with stakeholders in relation to science-based issues. This was an opportunity to work directly with young people within the STEM area and to help them understand the importance of engaging with Parliament in their chosen field.

The Parliamentary Education team continues to partner with Education Queensland in the delivery of the Indigenous Zone Constitutional Conventions. In 2017-18, 286 senior secondary Indigenous students participated in three conventions, with one held in Brisbane and two in Townsville.

Furthermore, the role of the teacher is critical in raising youth awareness of the importance of Parliament so working with teachers continues to be a key focus of the regional program in particular. Forty-one teachers and pre-service teachers attended professional development workshops in Cairns and Mackay and 33 in Brisbane.

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In 2018-19, we plan to continue our primary and secondary school visits and Youth Parliaments here at Parliament House. We will continue to partner with Education Queensland in the delivery of the Indigenous Zone Constitutional Conventions. Regionally, the number of locations visited as part of our Parliamentary Education Regional Activities program will increase, with activities planned this year for Emerald, Townsville, and in Toowoomba in 2019. In addition, it is planned to pilot a Junior Indigenous Youth Parliament for Indigenous primary school children in Far .

Finally, it is noted that Attendant Services expect to conduct over 400 tours for more than 10,000 school students in the next year, predominantly year 6 students.

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QUESTION 13 I refer to page 135 of Budget Paper 4 and ask the Speaker to outline the Parliamentary Annexe Lift Upgrade Program and what improvements the upgrade will deliver to Members, staff and public visitors?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The existing Annexe lifts were installed as part of the Annexe construction in 1977 and had not been refurbished since 1997.

In August 2017, a major upgrade of the Annexe high-rise lift system servicing floors 1-24 of the Annexe was completed in response to increasing break-downs, service calls, and difficulties sourcing replacement components.

The high-rise lift program included: • Replacing the existing motors • Controller and drive upgrade • Upgrade door mechanisms • Signalisation upgrade (landing displays & call buttons to each lobby) • Car interior upgrade.

As the second stage of the annexe Lift Upgrade Program, in December 2017 CBRC approved funding to deliver and upgrade the remaining low-rise Annexe lift systems including: • Two (2) low-rise lifts servicing floors 1-6; and • One (1) service lift servicing floors 2- 5.

The agreed program involves the upgrade and/or replacement of: • Lift hoisting motors; • Drive and controller system; • Car doors and landing doors for every floor; • Lift car position signalling and floor selection controls; and • Lift Car interiors.

In addition, structural works will be undertaken to extend existing lift wells for three low-rise lifts to Level 7 and to construct a basic external lift landing area on Level 7 for passengers and catering services exiting the lifts.

The extension to level 7 will support initiatives to increase the usage of new function facilities and other event spaces by the general public, and to alleviate problems associated with: • increased traffic in high-rise lifts impeding the movement of Members and staff particularly when events coincide with parliamentary sitting periods; • inefficient security management as visitors require Parliamentary Security Officers to escort them to level 7 via the high-rise lifts to ensure visitors do not inadvertently access other office floors; and • in regards to the high rise lifts - passenger movement and lift efficiency is impeded by the need for Catering staff to transport function food and equipment to level 7 via high- rise lifts.

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In summary, the proposed upgrades to the low-rise lifts are intended to address current reliability and safety concerns and also facilitate improved servicing and repairs where needed. In addition the upgrade will also deliver operational improvements including: • 28% more energy-efficient using KONE EcoDisc, centralised hoisting, and more advanced standby solutions; • A-class energy certification for the whole elevator; • improved performance, reliability and efficiency in managing lift traffic; • smoother operation of lift doors and faster opening/closing pauses resulting in improved traffic flow; • allow function guests and catering staff to access Level 7 without impacting on the Members high-rise lifts; and • scope to add in-car general information systems at later stage.

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QUESTION 14 With reference to SDS pages 2-4, what is the maintenance program for the Parliamentary precinct, specifically including but not limited to utilities, fitouts, furniture and air conditioning?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The total budget for precinct maintenance in 2018-19 is approximately $4.1M including a range of activities and costs such as: • Electricity • Rates (including water) • Cleaning (Housekeeping) services • Gardens and grounds • Planned maintenance (service maintenance contracts) • Unplanned Maintenance (repairs and rectification works)

Note that the above is exclusive of any specific major capital works planned in any given financial year.

Cleaning services are provided by 7 permanent cleaners (6 FTEs in total) supplemented by cleaning contract staff when required.

Gardens and grounds are maintained by two full-time gardeners.

Planned and unplanned maintenance accounts for approximately half of the total maintenance budget.

Planned Maintenance includes major service/inspection/maintenance of plant and equipment and essential services with the major contracts and is designed to retain an item or asset in its original condition as far as practicable by providing systematic inspection, detection and prevention of incipient failure. As an example, major service maintenance contracts for the precinct include:  Precinct building management systems including fire detection, access controls and security surveillance ($555,191 p.a.)  Precinct audio visual services ($106,680 p.a.)  Lift plant and equipment ($106,432 p.a.)

Unplanned maintenance relates to reactive repairs to infrastructure and plant such as carpentry repairs such as broken furniture, locks; plumbing repairs such as broken underground pipes, tap washers, leaks; electrical repairs such as lights, switches; and refrigeration repairs such as air-conditioning, food refrigerators. Repairs can also be required to some items that are not otherwise covered by existing service maintenance contracts (e.g. sound system microphone repairs/replacement, fire hydrant/pump repairs)such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, carpeting, as well as building materials for small scale office renovations.

Minor requirements regarding furniture and fit-outs within the precinct are addressed on a case by case basis. Any significant refurbishment programs are planned and delivered from the Parliament’s capital budget.

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In respect of air conditioning, major items of air conditioning plant such as chillers and cooling towers are managed via formal service maintenance contracts. In addition, an ongoing capital program has funded replacement of all major air handling units in Parliament House over the past 5-6 years. With the completion of this program in 2018-19 attention will focus on the replacement of units in the Annexe.

It is acknowledged that a number of air conditioning units in Members offices and bedrooms are of considerable age and a specific upgrade program for these services is currently being developed as part of a broader plan for modernisation of these rooms including underlying infrastructure for mechanical, electrical, security and fire services.

Managing energy costs and consumption associate with maintaining the precinct remains an ongoing challenge. My response to Question on Notice 18 provides more information regarding proposed strategies.

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QUESTION 15 I refer to page 2 of the SDS which identifies a number of strategies including improving “the support provided to electorate offices and electorate officers as key enablers to constituent access and communication, including induction, training and support programs.” Could the Speaker outline any induction and/or training programs delivered to electorate staff over the past 12 months including an overview of program content?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

During 2017-18, the Parliamentary Service delivered two electorate officer induction programs.

Each program was run over two days as follows: • Course 1: 27-28 March 2018 • Course 2: 18-19 April 2018

In total, 53 electorate office staff attended the programs above.

Given the timing of the 2017 Election, the course was focussed on new electorate office staff, particularly those supporting new Members of Parliament.

These programs included content across various aspects of the role of electorate office staff and the range of support services provided to electorate offices via the Parliamentary Service including: • Parliamentary Service Code of Conduct • Maintaining an Harassment Free Workplace • Electorate Officer Role - Panel Discussion • The Physical Electorate Office - equipment, security systems, maintenance • Dealing with constituents - including managing difficult interactions, building emotional intelligence, understanding “fixated persons” and the threat they can pose • IT Services and telecommunications • Workplace Health and Safety and office ergonomics • Overview of the Members’ Remuneration Handbook and acquittal system • Role of the Queensland Ombudsman and services available to Members and electorate staff • Parliamentary Library research services

The course sessions above were delivered by Parliamentary Service staff together with external experts for specialist sessions. Each course also featured a “One Stop Shop” where electorate staff could visit representatives for various service areas and external representatives from QSuper, salary packaging providers, workplace health and safety consultants, and the Office of the Queensland Ombudsman.

Formal feedback from the two courses reflect that the courses were very positively received by attendees and rated highly in terms of content, course delivery/presentation and organisation.

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QUESTION 16 I refer to page 72 of Budget Paper 3 (Capital Statement) which refers to CCTV Security upgrade. Could the Speaker outline what benefits have been or will be delivered by this program to improve security for Members, staff and visitors to the parliamentary precinct?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The current CCTV Security Upgrade Program commenced in 2014-15 in response to risks and issues identified during two separate 2013 reviews: • a Security Risk Assessment (SRA) conducted by the Queensland Police Service; and • a review of security systems and process conducted by an external consultant Intelligent Risks (IR)

These reviews recommended the replacement and enhancement of the CCTV infrastructure on the precinct. Deficiencies with the current system included: • over half of the cameras were more than 14 years old; • these cameras do not provide high resolution vision/images, particularly in poor light; and • the “head-end” infrastructure did not have the capacity to record and store high resolution images for the required length of time, nor could it accommodate an increase in the numbers of cameras

In 2013 the CLA approved that the CCTV camera upgrades (approximately $1.5 million) be rolled out over a 5 year period commencing in the 2014-15 budget.

Work completed to date and/or scheduled for 2018-19 include: • upgrades for over 50 existing analogue cameras to digital equivalents; • installation of 24 new camera locations including modern “pan, tilt and zoom” functionality; • new outdoor cameras designed to operate at high levels in low light environments; and • master control room upgrade to improve surveillance management and camera vision storage.

On completion in 2018-19, the upgrade program will deliver: • 100% coverage of the external perimeter (i.e. outer fence lines) in addition to all perimeter gates; • cameras at main vehicular entrances with true number plate identification and driver identification capability at each entry point; and • cameras at main pedestrian (security point) entrances in the Annexe and Parliament House with true facial identification capability at all ambient light levels (i.e. suitable to act as compelling evidence in criminal or civil proceedings).

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QUESTION 17 With reference to SDS page 4 and the promotion of information about Parliament, will the Speaker advise how many school-children have visited Parliament, broken down by electorate; and what is the Speaker doing to ensure children from all across Queensland, including regional and remote children, can enjoy learning about the Parliament?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

During 2017-18, a total of 11,801 school children visited the Queensland Parliament.

In addition, a total of 941 regional and remote school children learnt about their Parliament through parliamentary education activities in the regions.

The Parliamentary Education and Liaison Team reaches regional and remote children in accordance with a three-year plan. The plan sets out the locations for parliamentary education activities on a rolling basis, to ensure coverage across the state from plan to plan.

The 2018-2020 plan has been adjusted to increase the number of regional locations visited from two to three. At each location, the Parliamentary Education and Liaison Team will conduct a suite of activities, including a Youth Parliament for primary school students, school visits for secondary students, and a teacher professional development workshop. The teacher professional development workshops showcase the classroom resources on the Parliament’s website and equips the teachers and pre-service teachers to teach regional and remote students about their Parliament.

This year, the Parliamentary Education and Liaison Team will also be piloting a Junior Indigenous Youth Parliament for Indigenous primary school students in Cairns. If successful, this initiative may become an annual event.

In addition, the team continues to partner with Education Queensland by providing parliamentary education at the Indigenous Zone Constitutional Conventions conducted in Brisbane and Townsville. Whilst in Townsville for the conventions, the team takes the opportunity to conduct senior secondary school visits in that region.

At Parliament House

Table 1 lists the number of primary and junior secondary school children who have visited Parliament House for school tours conducted by parliamentary attendants, broken down by electorate.

Table 2 lists the number of senior secondary school children who participated in seminars or tours at Parliament House, broken down by electorate.

Table 3 lists the number of senior secondary school children who visited Parliament House to participate in the Legal Studies Youth Parliament, broken down by electorate.

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In addition, 151 senior secondary students learnt about their Parliament at the Indigenous Zone Constitutional Convention at Parliament House (in partnership with Education Queensland).

Regional Parliamentary Education Program

In 2017-18, parliamentary education activities were conducted in Cairns and Mackay and, in partnership with Education Queensland, at the Townsville Indigenous Zone Constitutional Conventions.

Table 4 lists the number of secondary school students who participated in parliamentary education activities at their school in a regional area, broken down by electorate

Table 5 lists the number of primary school students from Cairns who participated in the Cairns Youth Parliament, broken down by electorate,

Table 6 lists the number of primary school students from Mackay who participated in the Mackay Youth Parliament, broken down by electorate.

In addition, 135 senior secondary students learnt about their Parliament at the Indigenous Zone Constitutional Convention in Townsville (in partnership with Education Queensland).

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TABLE 1: Number of primary and junior secondary school tours to Parliament House Number of Total number of Electorate tours students Algester 7 166 Aspley 6 143 Bonney 5 140 Buderim 3 90 Bulimba 3 75 Bundaberg 6 148 Bundamba 2 40 Burdekin 1 20 Burleigh 3 29 Burnett 5 130 Callide 3 89 Caloundra 5 122 Capalaba 2 50 Chatsworth 4 112 Clayfield 5 103 Condamine 4 97 Cook 2 39 Coomera 9 257 Cooper 4 33 Currumbin 10 263 Everton 16 407 Ferny Grove 1 5 Gaven 7 181 Gladstone 2 48 Glass House 3 66 Greenslopes 9 252 Gympie 2 40 Hervey Bay 2 50 Inala 7 201 Ipswich 2 54 Ipswich West 4 110 Jordan 13 357 Keppel 2 60 Kurwongbah 9 250 Lockyer 4 102 Logan 10 274 Lytton 17 485 Macalister 3 70 Mackay 1 37 Maiwar 3 56 Mansfield 9 226

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TABLE 1: Number of primary and junior secondary school tours to Parliament House Number of Total number of Electorate tours students Maryborough 3 75 McConnel 3 64 Mermaid Beach 10 258 Miller 4 120 Mirani 1 16 Moggill 1 10 Morayfield 3 69 Mount Ommaney 4 85 Mudgeeraba 14 383 Mundingburra 1 22 Murrumba 7 200 Nanango 5 133 Nicklin 7 196 Ninderry 5 125 Noosa 4 120 Pine Rivers 14 390 Pumicestone 5 112 Redlands 7 192 Rockhampton 1 13 Sandgate 3 90 Scenic Rim 5 131 South Brisbane 16 463 Southern Downs 2 55 Southport 4 120 Springwood 2 55 Stafford 12 327 Stretton 4 120 Theodore 5 150 Toohey 9 270 Toowoomba North 10 244 Toowoomba South 1 17 Traeger 4 77 Waterford 1 30 Whitsunday 4 86 Woodridge 2 40 Misc (NSW schools etc) 19 470 TOTAL 417 10,805

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TABLE 2: Secondary school students attending tours and seminars at Parliament House 2017-18 School Number of Students Electorate Bundaberg SHS 24 Bundaberg St Luke's 12 Bundaberg Proston 4 Callide Kedron SHS 51 Clayfield Tagai College 35 Cook St Mary's 22 Ipswich St Eugene's 19 Morayfield Tullawong SHS 54 Pumicestone St Columban's 18 Pumicestone Sheldon College 25 Redlands Emmaus 49 Rockhampton Beenleigh PCYC 14 Waterford Kingston SC 7 Woodridge Balmoral SHS 56 Bulimba Bremer SHS 30 Ipswich Springfield Central SHS 21 Jordan Lockyer District SHS 85 Lockyer Kimberley College 9 Macalister Caboolture SHS 14 Morayfield Hillcrest Christian College 28 Mudgeeraba Murrumba SHS 19 Murrumba Kingaroy SHS 20 Nanango Earnshaw SC 22 Nudgee Wellington Point 14 Oodgeroo Cleveland District SHS 47 Oodgeroo Somerville House 27 South Brisbane Mt Alvernia College 9 Stafford Concordia Lutheran 10 Toowoomba South Wallumbilla SS 7 Warrego TOTAL 752

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TABLE 3: Legal Studies Youth Parliament 2018 at Parliament House School Number of students Electorate Southport SHS 4 Bonney Kedron SHS 4 Clayfield Assisi Catholic College 1 Coomera The Gap SHS 4 Cooper James Nash SHS 4 Gympie Fraser Coast Anglican College 4 Hervey Bay St Peter’s Lutheran College Springfield 4 Jordan Woodcrest State College 4 Jordan Narangba Valley State High School 2 Kurwongbah Park Ridge SHS 4 Logan Emmaus College Jimboomba 2 Logan Indooroopilly SHS 4 Maiwar Kelvin Grove State College 3 McConnel Corinda SHS 4 Mount Ommaney Hillcrest Christian College 4 Mudgeeraba King's Christian College 4 Mudgeeraba Cleveland District SHS 4 Oodgeroo Bray Park SHS 2 Pine Rivers Faith Lutheran Redlands 4 Redlands Somerville House 4 South Brisbane Brisbane State High School 4 South Brisbane Aquinas College 3 Southport Wavell SHS 4 Stafford MacGregor SHS 4 Toohey Sunnybank SHS 4 Toohey Toowoomba Toowoomba SHS 4 North TOTAL 93

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TABLE 4: Senior secondary school students regional school visits Jul - Dec 2017 School Number of Students Electorate Burdekin Catholic School 4 Burdekin Ayr SHS 80 Burdekin Cairns SHS 27 Cairns Trinity Bay SHS 57 Cairns Mossman SHS 31 Cook Ingham SHS 100 Hinchinbrook Trinity Anglican School 19 Mulgrave Innisfail SHS 35 Mulgrave Port Curtis Rd SS 16 Rockhampton Ryan Catholic College 17 Thuringowa St Theresa's, Abergowrie 41 Hinchinbrook Pioneer SHS 26 Mackay St Patrick's Townsville 15 Townsville Whitsunday Christian College 52 Whitsunday Mackay SHS 98 Mackay TOTAL 618

TABLE 5: Cairns Youth Parliament 2017 School Number of Students Electorate St Andrew's Catholic College 8 Barron River Caravonica State School 10 Barron River Cairns School of Distance Ed 2 Cairns Our Lady Help of Christians 6 Cairns Parramatta State School 5 Cairns Balaclava State School 8 Cairns Wonga Beach State School 5 Cook Julatten State School 6 Cook Tolga State School 4 Dalrymple Millaa Millaa State School 4 Dalrymple Mourilyan State School 6 Hinchinbrook Hambledon State School 5 Mulgrave Isabella State School 6 Mulgrave Cairns Adventist College 9 Mulgrave Mirriwinni State School 8 Mulgrave TOTAL 92

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TABLE 6: Mackay Youth Parliament 2018 School Number of students Electorate St Joseph's Clermont 6 Burdekin Glenden State School 5 Burdekin Coppabella State School 2 Burdekin Mistake Creek State School 3 Burdekin Middlemount Community School 5 Burdekin Kilcummin State School 3 Burdekin Beaconsfield State School 5 Mackay Mackay Christian College 5 Mackay Northview State School 5 Mackay Fitzgerald State School 5 Mackay St Mary’s Catholic Primary School 5 Mackay Mackay West State School 5 Mackay St Joseph's North Mackay 6 Mackay Whitsunday Anglican School 6 Mackay Slade Point State School 4 Mackay Clarke Creek State School 3 Mirani St John's Catholic Primary School 4 Mirani Mirani State School 4 Mirani St Anne's Catholic Primary School 5 Mirani St Catherine's Catholic College 5 Whitsunday Eimeo Rd State School 5 Whitsunday TOTAL 96

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QUESTION 18 Page 2 of the SDS refers to environmental factors impacting upon the Parliamentary Service including increasing maintenance of parliamentary precinct buildings. Could the Speaker outline what initiatives are being taken to reduce energy consumption in the parliamentary precinct?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

The Parliamentary Service faces a number of challenges to manage and reduce energy consumption in the parliamentary precinct including: • the physical construction of Parliament House and its associated heritage restrictions which impact on the ability to deliver significant energy efficiencies compared to modern commercial building alternatives; • the peaks and troughs of energy demand as a result of the significant influx of clients associated with House sittings; and • the current condition and efficiency of ageing air conditioning infrastructure throughout certain parts of the precinct.

Over the last twelve months the Parliamentary Service has tried to increase staff awareness of energy consumption and the importance of actively reducing usage through everyday behaviour (e.g. turning off lights and equipment when not in use).

In addition, the Parliamentary Service has sought to fine-tune the operation of significant items of plant via a Building Monitoring and Control System (BMCS). This allows significant savings with little relative cost.

Electrical smart metering was also installed in June 2018 to allow for monitoring of the amount of energy consumed by each precinct service which will provide baseline data for potential future improvement assessments; and enable price monitoring and savings during operational refinements.

The benefits of both of these zero and low cost initiatives has already provided significant reduction in precinct energy consumption currently trending with a 10% reduction – month to month.

The Parliamentary Service is also investigating feasibility and return on investment on several initiatives throughout the precinct which will not only provide an increase to the buildings energy efficient performance but will also improve occupant comfort. These initiatives include, but not limited to: • installation of LED microwave sensing fittings for the car park to meet both requirements for safe lighting levels, lighting control and energy efficiency; • installation of Power Factor Correction. Improving a building’s power factor provides a more efficient use of power and reduces the peak demand and therefore electricity costs as well as extending life of equipment; • plant and equipment upgrades with modern high efficiency alternatives; and

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• investigation into improved temperature and humidity control in Old Parliament House, including the purchase and installation of wireless temperature and humidity sensors into each office space allowing more local control to the office areas. This will also provide improved energy efficiencies, conditions and humidity control.

The above initiatives have assisted in reducing energy consumption over the last 6 months relative to the same periods in 2016 and 2017 as reflected below.

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QUESTION 19 Page 4 of the SDS outlines a range of support services delivered within the Parliamentary precinct including accommodation and hospitality services. Could the Speaker outline what initiatives are being undertaken to promote Queensland produce offered via the Parliament’s hospitality services?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

Parliamentary Catering is committed to supporting Queensland and local producers where possible through active engagement either directly through the producer or distributor. Our team has on occasion visited some farms to see first-hand how the produce/product is managed ideally using sustainable best practices.

We currently offer up to 19 Queensland produced wines along with the majority of our fresh produce, meat, and dairy coming from areas around Queensland and these areas are often displayed on our dining room menus. Our team is constantly seeking new and fresh ideas to complement our catering services as evidenced in our constantly changing menus.

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QUESTION 20 With reference to SDS pages 2-4, what resources are available for relief for electorate officers while their co-workers are taking leave, so that they are not left with unreasonable work burdens leaving constituents under-serviced?

SPEAKER’S RESPONSE

Arrangements regarding electorate office staffing (including temporary or relief staff) are governed by the Members’ Remuneration Handbook.

Section 2.4.2.2 of the Handbook provides that “Each Member may engage, subject to the approval of the Clerk, one (1) full-time Electorate officer and one full-time Assistant Electorate officer to assist in maintaining the operation of an electorate office.”

Authority for policy decisions regarding electorate staffing resources rest with the Speaker. In addition, the Clerk of the Parliament is the formal employer of all Parliamentary Service staff, including electorate office staff.

The Handbook also provides that:

“Electorate office staff are entitled to standard public sector leave entitlements e.g. recreation leave, sick leave, long service leave etc. When electorate office staff take leave the Parliament only pays for relief staff to be engaged in limited circumstances including: • parental leave; • leave without salary; • long Service Leave; • sick leave - minimum of 5 weeks; and • situations of both officers being absent, e.g. one staff member on approved leave and the second staff member unexpectedly absent or, both staff members attending a Parliamentary Service event away from the electorate office.

Where full-time Electorate Officers are absent upon approved leave, relieving arrangements are to be made internally within set staffing allocations, except where a Member is entitled to a second electorate office.”

In addition to the Handbook provisions above, the current allowance framework approved by the Queensland Independent Remuneration Tribunal (QIRT) provides scope for Members to utilise the annual Electorate and Communication Allowance to meet costs associated with additional staffing, including circumstances where existing staff are absent on leave.

Notwithstanding the arrangements above, I am aware that a number of Members have expressed concerns that the provision of appropriate staffing in electorate offices should be a responsibility of the Speaker and Clerk, and should not require Members to reprioritise the use of their allowance away from constituency support to meet additional staffing costs arising from normal leave absences of existing staff.

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I am also supportive of developing a better framework to provide improved certainty (from both an operational and financial perspective) for the electorate office staffing needs of Members.

Given the financial impact of expanding relief staff support across 97 offices and almost 200 electorate staff across the State is significant and well beyond the capacity of the Parliament’s existing budget, I have raised this matter with the Committee of the Legislative Assembly and Government and hope to deliver a reasonable and sustainable solution during the 2018-19 financial year.

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Questions on notice and responses

Premier and Minister for the Trade

Question on Notice No. 1 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 3 of the SDS and the role of DPC to create jobs in a strong economy, how many jobs will be supported or created through the 2018 State Budget?

ANSWER: The is committed to creating jobs in a strong economy.

The 2018 Budget will support 75,000 jobs through the State infrastructure program, industry attraction funds and employment programs.

The Queensland Government’s $45.8 billion capital works program over the next four years to 2021–22 will directly generate significant employment through construction. In particular, in 2018–19 the $11.6 billion capital works program is estimated to directly support more than 38,000 jobs.

Other key elements of the 2018–19 State Budget expected to directly support jobs include: • the $26 million extension of the 50 per cent payroll tax rebate for businesses hiring apprentices and trainees, estimated to support up to 26,000 jobs in 2018–19 • the Back to Work program, giving Queensland employers the confidence to hire eligible jobseekers, estimated to support around 4400 jobs in 2018–19. In addition, the 2018–19 State Budget includes a number of initiatives aimed at supporting existing industries and businesses, as well as attracting new industries and businesses to Queensland to help diversify the economy and support job creation now and into the future.

The flagship Advance Queensland initiative, now totalling $650 million, is maintaining the Queensland Government’s focus on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship to enable Queensland businesses to be competitive and adapt to the rapid changes in the global business environment. As at 31 March 2018, Advance Queensland programs had backed more than 3130 innovators, whose projects will drive more than 11,350 jobs over the period of this investment.

The 2018–19 State Budget provides an additional $40 million for the Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund as well as an extra $20 million for the Jobs and Regional Growth Fund, bringing the total funding for these two programs to $255 million. These programs are assisting businesses to establish or expand their operations in Queensland, creating jobs across the State. Another round of funding has also been provided for Made in Queensland to support manufacturing jobs. Industry attraction and support programs is estimated to support 3,500 jobs over the year.

Tourism and Events Queensland’s promotion attraction activities and initiatives are estimated to support another 1,700 jobs.

The Queensland Government’s comprehensive waste management strategy, underpinned by a waste disposal levy, will significantly boost certainty and confidence for investors to create jobs in the reuse, recycling, bio-products and waste-to-energy industries.

To maximise these increased employment opportunities, the Queensland Government is also continuing to make a significant investment in skills and training. The $420 million, six-year Skilling Queenslanders for Work program is estimated to support up to 54,000 disadvantaged Queenslanders into work over six years.

Question on Notice No. 2 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With further reference to government’s focus on “creating jobs in a strong economy” (DPC SDS, p. 3), how many projects and job-seekers have been supported, and are projected to be supported, by the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative?

ANSWER: The Queensland Government remains committed to creating jobs, reducing unemployment and ensuring that Queenslanders have access to the education, training and skills required to enter the workforce and build their careers.

If we are to create jobs in a strong economy, then it is imperative that Queenslanders continue to have access to quality, supportive and affordable training that meets the ongoing needs of both individuals and employers.

The Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative is one of the many policies that highlight the Queensland Government’s focus on supporting jobs for Queenslanders now and into the future. This successful initiative is focused on providing direct assistance to Queenslanders who require additional support to gain the qualifications and skills needed to enter and stay in the workforce.

As part of the 2018–19 State Budget we are honouring our election commitment to boost the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative to $80 million in 2018–19, while also extending the initiative for two years into 2020–21 with a further $160 million.

The $420 million initiative will now run for six years and will help up to 54,000 disadvantaged Queenslanders into work.

Since 2015, when the Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative was reintroduced, more than $207 million has been allocated to date across the State to provide nationally recognised training, skills development and job opportunities, expected to assist more than 40,400 Queenslanders. This includes 1103 projects funded under the community-based training programs and 1108 additional traineeship places allocated across 74 local councils and 58 community-based organisations under the First Start program.

My Government is proud to state that so far, Skilling Queenslanders for Work has already assisted more than 30,800 people across Queensland needing extra support to complete training and get a job. Of those assisted, more than 16,600 have gone on to secure employment.

The Queensland Government will continue to ensure Queenslanders have opportunities to gain the skills needed to participate in the workforce and the Queensland economy.

Question on Notice No. 3 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 4 of the SDS, “Cabinet Support”, can the Premier detail the number of Cabinet meetings that have been held in 2018/19 and how does this compare with 2016/17 and 2017/18 (reported separately by year)?

ANSWER: Between 1 July 2016 and 30 June 2017, there were a combined total number of 90 Cabinet and Cabinet committee meetings held.

Between 1 July 2017 and 30 June 2018, there were a combined total number of 82 Cabinet and Cabinet committee meetings held.

Between 1 July 2018 and 23 July 2018, there has been a combined total number of three Cabinet and Cabinet committee meetings held.

Question on Notice No. 4 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 3 of the DPC SDS and the government’s commitment to create jobs in a strong economy, will the Premier provide advice on where and how the government will invest $85 million over three years for TAFE infrastructure to improve training in Queensland?

ANSWER: My Government is committed to ensuring Queenslanders have access to the training and skills that lead to safe, secure employment. To do this, Queensland needs to have training facilities that are up-to-date, attractive and flexible enough to deliver the emerging training needs of the future.

That is why we are investing up to $85 million over three years in the redevelopment, refurbishment and expansion of six identified high-need TAFE facilities through the Advancing Our Training Infrastructure commitment. Facilities in Townsville, Cairns, Mount Gravatt, Toowoomba, Redlands and the Gold Coast will all benefit from this funding, which is the first step in a long-term plan for the revitalisation of training sites across the state.

The Advancing Our Training Infrastructure investment includes: • Pimlico – up to $26 million to consolidate the campus and upgrade existing facilities to a fit-for-purpose, modern condition • Mount Gravatt – up to $15 million to refurbish existing facilities to bring them into line with community expectations, giving students the ability to study locally • Toowoomba – up to $4 million to improve the Toowoomba campus and reconfigure older buildings to modern standards for students and staff • Redlands – up to $10 million for the training needs of the Redlands, an area experiencing considerable growth in the training sector • Gold Coast – up to $15 million to establish a TAFE legacy post-Commonwealth Games and deliver mixed trades and services across the Gold Coast • Cairns – up to $15 million for the refurbishment of facilities to better utilise the campus.

Planning work for the modernisation of the Pimlico site has already commenced with a focus on the modernisation of learning areas and equipment for students studying hair and beauty, nursing, visual arts and hospitality facilities, as well as general teaching spaces.

The Advancing our Training Infrastructure investment will result in hundreds of jobs right across the State and will boost TAFE Queensland’s competitiveness in a contestable market. Students, staff and the broader community will all benefit from these new facilities.

To ensure these vital infrastructure projects also provide training to the next generation of Queensland workers, all projects undertaken through Advancing Our Training Infrastructure will comply with the Queensland Government Building and Construction Training Policy, irrespective of project size. This means that 15 per cent of all hours on any project associated with the plan will be undertaken by apprentices and trainees.

Question on Notice No. 5 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 25 of the SDS and the significant reduction of around $380 million of total expenses across the forward estimates highlighted in the chart, will the Premier provide a list of the limited life projects expected to come to end across the budget year and forwards resulting these significant cuts to total expenses?

ANSWER: I would urge the Member to read page 25 of the SDS in full which outlines that the expenditure decrease is primarily due to the machinery of government movements resulting in the transfer of Arts Queensland to the Department of Environment and Science on 12 December 2017.

Limited life programs are listed at point 9 of the explanation of variances on page 32 of the SDS.

Question on Notice No. 6 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: I refer to page 71 of the SDS regarding the Queensland Audit Office overview and ask: How many performance audits were undertaken by the Queensland Audit Office in 2017/18 and how does this compare with 2016/17 and the plan for 2018/19 (reported separately by year)?

ANSWER: All tabled performance audit reports undertaken by the Queensland Audit Office during the 2016–17 and 2017–18 financial years are available on the Queensland Audit Office website at www.qao.qld.gov.au. Information on performance audits currently in progress and planned for 2018–19 can also be found on the website, both in the Queensland Audit Office’s Strategic Audit Plan 2018-21 and in the ‘Audits in Progress’ section.

Question on Notice No. 7 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 59 of the SDS and the role of the Public Service Commission in supporting a high-performing workforce, will the Premier outline the percentage of new jobs under the Palaszczuk Government that are frontline and frontline support jobs and descriptions of some of the new positions being supported?

ANSWER: My Government is committed to the revitalisation of Frontline and Frontline Support service delivery roles.

The PSC’s March Quarterly Report proves that we continue to improve our frontline and frontline support roles in government.

Page 72 of Budget Paper 2 also outlines just some of our important improvements to frontline staff from March 2015 to March 2018.

For the March quarter, the PSC Report shows there has been a decrease in the proportion of corporate service roles to just 8.60%, a decrease of 0.27% from the December 2017 quarter.

That means that as at March 2018, 91.4% of all public servants are frontline or frontline support.

As at March 2018, the Queensland public sector workforce has 223,257.59 FTEs – an increase of 4,300.53 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees since December 2017 quarter.

The main FTE growth occurred in the following agencies: o Department of Health (2,737.79 FTE) o Department of Education (1,649.03 FTE)

While Health and Education are largest share of the increase in frontline and frontline staff, they are not the only areas and doctors, nurses, teachers, teacher aides are not the only vital frontline and frontline support staff.

Just some examples of other non-corporate roles often not referred to include:

• School cleaners • Prison officers • Labourers • Social workers • Parole or probation officers • Call centre operators • Personal care assistants • Park rangers • Solicitors • School and hospital office managers

I take this opportunity to thank the thousands of dedicated government workers who strive day after day to deliver the best for the people of Queensland.

Question on Notice No. 8 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to the Townsville Champion (SDS, page 5), will the Premier outline: a) what are the terms of reference or key performance indicators of how success will be measured, b) what is the budget for 2018/19 (broken down into employee expenses, travel, accommodation and other costs) and c) how much was spent on this initiative in 2017/18?

ANSWER: Major General Stuart Smith (ret.) has been appointed as an independent community champion to act as ambassador for the Townsville community on youth crime issues, advocating on behalf of the community to Government on identified concerns and community-driven solutions for crime, including on urgent crime matters as they arise.

Major General Smith’s role requires that he:  consult broadly with the Townsville community, including members of the public, service providers and business and community leaders, to identify concerns about youth crime and possible solutions  liaise closely with the local Members of Parliament  provide a final written report to me no later than 31 January 2019.

Since his engagement, Major General Smith has consulted with a broad cross section of the community. His consultation process has included small-group forums on topics of interest to the community, including police pursuits, the High Risk Youth Court, and Cleveland Youth Detention Centre. He has also held two larger consultation events – the first on 3 June 2018 with community members and the second on 28 June 2018 with local service providers. A forum with community leaders is planned for 9 August 2018.

Major General Smith has been engaged on a part-time basis for a period of 12 months (to January 2019), with his remuneration based on an hourly pro-rata rate equivalent to that of a senior executive service contract at level 3.5, and expenses and travel. A precise 2018– 19 budget for Major General Smith cannot be provided at this time, because the terms of his engagement ensure that, if there are issues that arise in the community that require the Major General to spend additional time in the community (over what has been estimated), then he will be reimbursed for this additional work.

Administrative and other in-kind support will be provided to assist Major General Smith in performing his responsibilities. This includes research assistance on issues that are identified as well as support for community forums and other community engagement activities.

Other in-kind support was provided to assist Major General Smith in performing his responsibilities, including support for community engagement.

Question on Notice No. 9 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to DPC’s role to support building a strong economy through encouraging investment and innovation (page 3, SDS), how does the 2018 State Budget deliver an improved environment for business investment and tax competitiveness?

ANSWER: The Queensland Government has a clear economic plan to drive economic growth and support job creation. A crucial element of this plan is to encourage private sector investment and innovation across Queensland businesses and industries.

The Queensland Government is fostering innovation and entrepreneurship through the $650 million Advance Queensland initiative. Advance Queensland is supporting Queensland businesses to be competitive and adapt to the rapid changes in global business.

The Queensland Government is continuing to deliver an improved environment for business investment through a range of industry attraction and facilitation services. In the 2018–19 State Budget, an additional $40 million was provided for the Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund and an extra $20 million for the Jobs and Regional Growth Fund, bringing the total funding for these two programs to $255 million.

In addition, the 2018–19 State Budget includes a range of broad cross-industry initiatives which are focused on reducing the costs of doing business in Queensland. These include: • the $26 million extension of the 50 per cent payroll tax rebate for businesses hiring apprentices and trainees • additional funding of $20.5 million for the successful Back to Work program, giving Queensland employers the confidence to hire eligible jobseekers • increased funding of $3.9 million to continue to deliver the eco-Biz program that helps small to medium sized businesses identify and achieve financial savings and eco-efficiency across the energy, water and waste sectors. The Queensland Government is also committed to ensuring undue financial strain is not placed on households or businesses through our competitive taxation settings.

At the time of the 2018–19 State Budget, Queensland’s taxation per capita was $2808 for 2018–19, an estimated $875 lower than the average for other jurisdictions.

Consistent with the Government’s fiscal principles, the 2018–19 State Budget estimates that General Government Sector own-source revenue will remain at or below 8.5 per cent of nominal gross state product on average across the forward estimates. It is expected to be 8.2 per cent in 2018–19 with an average of 8.0 per cent across the four years to 2020–21.

Alternative measures of tax competitiveness, such as the Commonwealth Grants Commission tax effort, or tax as a share of Gross State Product, show that Queensland’s tax rates are among the most competitive in Australia.

Question on Notice No. 10 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to the Department of Premier and Cabinet’s responsibility for the “delivery of whole-of-government communications strategy” (SDS, page 6), will the Premier provide: a) Who sits on the Government Advertising and Communication Committee (GACC); b) A list of all submissions made to GACC in 2017-18; c) A list of all campaigns approved through GACC for 2017-18, including the timeframe for when the campaign will be delivered; and d) The cost of all approved campaigns, listed individually in table form?

ANSWER: GACC consists of four representatives from the Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC), two representatives from other Queensland Government departments and agencies (on a rotational basis) and a representative from the Office of the Premier. Its membership includes: • Deputy Director-General, Strategy and Engagement, DPC (Chair) • Executive Director, Integrated Communications and Protocol, DPC (Deputy Chair) • Deputy Director-General, Policy, DPC • Deputy Director-General, Corporate and Government Services, DPC • two representatives from another Queensland Government department - Deputy Director-General level (or someone delegated by the department) on a three-monthly rotating appointment • a representative from the Office of the Premier • Director, Strategic Communication, DPC - advisory role only.

I refer the Member to Attachment 10b for a list of all submissions made to GACC in 2017– 18.

I refer the Member to Attachment 10c for a list of all campaigns approved through GACC for 2017–18.

DPC proactively releases advertising placement expenditure by departments on an annual basis on its publication scheme, available at www.premiers.qld.gov.au/right-to- info/published-info/our-finances.aspx.

Departmental advertising placement includes activity booked through the Queensland Government’s master media advertising campaign placement agency (such as preventative health and road safety messages) and non-campaign agency (such as public notices, recruitment and enrolment information).

I refer the Member to the aforementioned website for the 2016–17 financial year information for a breakdown by department.

10b. A list of all submissions made to GACC in 2017–18. Note: This includes relevant submissions made to the Caretaker Advisory Group during the caretaker period.

Department Campaign name and description Status Agriculture and Fisheries Appropriate use of bait Approved to proceed to market Biosecurity Agriculture and Fisheries Are you #PanamaTR4 ready? Approved to proceed to market Biosecurity Agriculture and Fisheries Electric ants Approved to proceed to market Biosecurity Agriculture and Fisheries Fire ant treatment Approved to proceed to market Biosecurity Agriculture and Fisheries Limnocharis eradication Approved to proceed to market Biosecurity Communities, Child Foster carer awareness Approved to proceed to market Safety and Disability

Services Communities, Disability Elder abuse prevention Approved to proceed to market Services and Seniors Cross River Rail Cross River Rail Campaign rationale supported Cross River Rail and The Flow on Effect – Cross River Supported to proceed to TransLink Rail work underway market/extension not supported Education Big learning life/Elders as Approved to proceed to market storytellers Early years education (ATSI) Education The Early Years Count umbrella Campaign rationale approved Early years education Education Transition statements Approved to proceed to market Early years education Education (Office of Agriculture safety Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations)

Education (Office of Labour hire licensing scheme Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations) Education (Office of Quad bike safety Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations) Education (Office of Safe Work Month 2018 Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations) Education (Office of The risk is real – safety switches Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations) Energy and Water Biofuels/E10 OK (extension) Campaign rationale not approved Supply until previous campaign has been

appropriately evaluated Department Campaign name and description Status Environment and Life’s best moments Detailed campaign proposal Science approved Economic development – camping in National Parks Environment and Plastic bag ban Approved to proceed to market Science Environmental Heritage Great Barrier Reef – Preserve the Approved to proceed to market Protection wonder Health General health awareness Approved to proceed to market Health Healthier. Happier. social media Approved to proceed to market Preventative health Health Bowel cancer screening Extension approved to proceed to market Health Breast cancer screen Approved to proceed to market Health Bridge to Brisbane partnership Approved to proceed to market Preventative health Health Care at the end of life Approved to proceed to market Community support services Health Childhood immunisation Approved to proceed to market Health Childhood influenza immunisation Approved to proceed to market Health End your unhealthy relationships Detailed campaign proposal approved/campaign to CBRC for Preventative health – obesity endorsement Health Find your happy healthy Detailed campaign proposal approved/campaign to CBRC for Preventative health – obesity endorsement Health Fruit and vegetable colour wheel Approved to proceed to market Preventative health – obesity Health Keep Emergency for emergencies Approved to proceed to market Public safety Health Mental health and wellbeing Campaign rationale approved Health Mosquito-borne diseases Approved to proceed to market Preventative health Health Nursing and midwifery recruitment Approved to proceed to market – international Health Pregnant women immunisation Approved to proceed to market Health Seasonal wellness (summer safety) Approved to proceed to market Preventative health Health Seasonal wellness (winter Approved to proceed to market wellness) Preventative health Health Sexual health Detailed campaign proposal approved Department Campaign name and description Status Health Tobacco cessation Approved to proceed to market Housing and Public Procurement Strategy and Policy Approved to proceed to Works 2017 market/extension not approved Justice & Attorney- Irresponsible supply of alcohol to Approved to proceed to market General – Office of minors Liquor and Gaming Regulation Local Government, Queensland Multicultural Month Campaign rationale approved Racing and Multicultural 2018 Affairs Police Disappearing persons – Using Approved to proceed to market Snapchat for missing persons cases Police Operation Sentinel Unite Approved to proceed to market Public safety GC2018 Premier and Cabinet ANZAC Centenary showcase Approved to proceed to market publication (salute edition three) Premier and Cabinet Australia Day Approved to proceed to market Premier and Cabinet Domestic and Family Violence Approved to proceed to market prevention (DFV) – Stop the Hurting (Youth phase two) Premier and Cabinet Domestic and Family Violence Approved to proceed to market prevention – Bystanders Premier and Cabinet Ice (crystal methamphetamine) Approved to proceed to market awareness campaign Premier and Cabinet Domestic and Family Violence Campaign rationale approved prevention (LGBTIQ community) Premier and Cabinet Remembrance Day 2018 Campaign rationale approved Premier and Cabinet White Ribbon Day breakfast Approved to proceed to market Queensland Fire and Bushfire safety Campaign rationale approved Emergency Services Queensland Fire and Home fire safety (fire escape Approved to proceed to market Emergency Services plans) Queensland Fire and If it's flooded, forget it Approved to proceed to market Emergency Services Queensland Fire and Smoke alarm legislation Campaign rationale approved Emergency Services Science, Information DIGITAL1ST: Advancing our digital Approved to proceed to market Technology and future Innovation State Development Rechargeable battery Approved to proceed to market manufacturing Economic development Department Campaign name and description Status State Development, Regional Export Distribution Approved to proceed to market Manufacturing, Centre project Infrastructure and Economic development Planning Tourism, Major Events, Embracing 2018 Approved to proceed to market Small Business and the Economic development – legacy of Commonwealth Games the GC2018 Tourism, Major Events, Go Local, Grow Local Approved to proceed to market Small Business and the Regional development Commonwealth Games Tourism, Major Events, Queensland Small Business Week Approved to proceed to market Small Business and the 2018 Commonwealth Games Transport and Main Acceptance of Road Trauma – Detailed campaign proposal Roads ‘Let's make zero great’ approved Road safety Transport and Main Acceptance of road trauma – ‘Not Campaign rationale supported Roads good enough’ (contingent on success of ‘Let’s make zero great’) Road safety Transport and Main Bus driver safety Campaign rationale supported Roads Transport and Main Chin up Detailed campaign proposal not Roads approved at this time Road safety – mobile phone use Transport and Main Drink driving ‘Plan B’ (2017/18) Approved to proceed to market Roads Road safety Transport and Main Drink driving ‘Plan B’ (2018/19) Campaign rationale approved Roads Road safety Transport and Main Drink walking Approved to proceed to market Roads Road/pedestrian safety campaign Transport and Main Fatigue Detailed campaign proposal not Roads approved at this time Road safety Transport and Main Illegible number plates Approved to proceed to market Roads Transport and Main Let's change the way we look at Detailed campaign proposal Roads speed – Control approved Road safety Transport and Main Let's change the way we look at Approved to proceed to market Roads speed – Warning Road safety Transport and Main Motorcycle safety Approved to proceed to market Roads Road safety Department Campaign name and description Status Transport and Main Traffic Demand Management – Supported to proceed to market Roads business/freight Awareness of business travel GC2018 Transport and Main Traffic Demand Management – Supported to proceed to market Roads travelling public Awareness of personal travel GC2018 Treasury Back to Work Approved to proceed to market Employment initiative Treasury Make the move to Queensland Approved to proceed to market Employment initiative Treasury (Insurance Be a Mate Minor campaign not approved to Commission) proceed Road safety Treasury (Office of Getting back – workplace injury Approved to proceed to market Industrial Relations) Employment initiative

10c. A list of all campaigns approved through GACC for 2017–18, including the timeframe for when the campaign will be delivered. Note: this includes campaigns approved to proceed by the Caretaker Advisory Group during the caretaker period.

Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Agriculture and Appropriate use of bait w/c 20 August 2017 to w/c 15 April Fisheries 2018 Biosecurity Agriculture and Electric ants 15 March to w/c 22 April 2018 Fisheries Biosecurity Agriculture and Fire ant treatment September 2017 to May 2018 Fisheries Biosecurity Agriculture and Limnocharis eradication w/c 29 April to w/c 3 June 2018 Fisheries Biosecurity Communities, Child Elder abuse prevention 1 June to 15 August 2017 Safety and Disability Services Communities, Child Family and Child Connect/13 w/c 2 July to w/c 16 July 2017 Safety and Disability FAMILY Services Community support services Communities, Child Foster carer awareness w/c 8 October 2017 to 29 April 2018 Safety and Disability

Services Communities, Child Queensland Multicultural w/c 23 July to w/c 27 August 2017 Safety and Disability Month 2017 Services Communities, Disability Elder abuse prevention w/c 24 June to w/c 12 August 2018 Services and Seniors Cross River Rail and The Flow on Effect – Cross River w/c 8 October to 30 October 2017 TransLink Rail work underway Education Big learning life/Elders as w/c 3 June to w/c 26 August 2018 storytellers Early years education (ATSI) Education Transition statements 1 June to 30 July 2018 Early years education Education (Office of Agriculture safety w/c 3 June to w/c 24 June 2018 Industrial Relations)

Education (Office of Labour hire licensing scheme 16 April to w/c 13 May 2018 Industrial Relations) Education (Office of Quad bike safety w/c 25 March to w/c 15 April 2018 Industrial Relations)

Education (Office of The risk is real – safety switches 3 April to 1 May 2018 Industrial Relations)

Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Education and Training Big learning life/Elders as 29 June to w/c 27 August 2017 storytellers Early years education (ATSI) Education and Training Skilling Queenslanders for work 13 June to 30 August 2017 Employment and training Education and Training The early years count – w/c 4 June to w/c 30 July 2017 Mainstream campaign Early years education Education and Training The early years count – w/c 4 June to w/c 30 July 2017 Playgroup Early years education Education and Training World Teachers Day 2017 15 October to 31 October 2017 Energy and Water Biofuels/E10 OK 26 September 2016 to w/c 24 Supply September 2017

Energy and Water Electricity deregulation w/c 16 July to w/c 20 August 2017 Supply consumer education (extension) Environment and Great Barrier Reef – Preserve w/c 8 October to w/c 29 October 2017 Heritage Protection the wonder Environment and Great Barrier Reef – Preserve 23 April to 20 May 2018 Science the wonder Environment and Plastic bag ban 22 April to w/c 8 July 2018 Science Health Healthier. Happier. social media 1 October 2017 to w/c 24 June 2018 Preventative health Health Bowel cancer screening w/c 27 August to w/c 29 October 2017 Health Breast cancer screen 14 May to 31 July 2017, then 23 April to w/c 8 July 2018 Health Bridge to Brisbane partnership w/c 2 July to end of August 2017 Preventative health Health Care at the end of life w/c 8 October to w/c 19 November 2017 Community support services Health Childhood immunisation w/c 5 November 2017 to w/c 27 May 2018 Health Childhood influenza w/c 13 May to 30 September 2018 immunisation Health Flu prevention 15 May to 5 August 2017 Preventative health Health Fruit and vegetable colour w/c 5 November 2017 to w/c 28 wheel January 2018 Preventative health – obesity Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Health Keep Emergency for w/c 9 April to w/c 2 July 2017, then emergencies 7 December 2017 to w/c 24 June 2018 Public safety Health Mosquito borne diseases w/c 26 November 2017 to 30 April 2018 Preventative health Health Nursing and midwifery 19 June to 31 August 2017 recruitment Health Nursing and midwifery February to April 2018 recruitment – international Health Pregnant women immunisation 16 April to 23 July 2017, then from w/c 4 February to w/c 24 June 2018 Health Seasonal wellness (summer Food hygiene: 19 March to w/c 20 May safety) 2018 Sun Safety: 12 March to w/c 20 May Preventative health 2018 Health Seasonal wellness (winter w/c 27 May to w/c 7 October 2018 wellness) Preventative health Health Straight answers 16 April to 8 July 2017 Preventative health – obesity Health Tobacco cessation w/c 22 April to w/c 5 August 2018 Housing and Public Procurement Strategy and w/c 22 October to 30 October 2017 Works Policy 2017 Innovation, Tourism Embracing 2018 w/c 25 February to w/c 15 April 2018 Industry Development Economic development – legacy and the Commonwealth of the GC2018 Games Justice & Attorney- ID scanner introduction 19 June to 31 August 2017 General - Office of Liquor and Gaming Justice & Attorney- Irresponsible supply of alcohol w/c 15 October to 17 November 2017 General - Office of to minors Liquor and Gaming Police Disappearing persons – Using 31 July 2017 and then ongoing as an Snapchat for missing persons operational tool cases Police Operation Sentinel Unite w/c 8 October 2017 to 15 April 2018 Public safety GC2018 Premier and Cabinet ANZAC Centenary showcase Distribution in late April 2018 publication (salute edition three) Premier and Cabinet Australia Day 8 to 26 January 2018 Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Premier and Cabinet Battle of Beersheba/Australian 5 November 2016 to 31 October 2017 Outback Spectacular Anzac Centenary Premier and Cabinet Domestic and Family Violence 2 June to 30 September 2017, then prevention – Stop the Hurting 1 May to 31 July 2018 (Youth phase one and two) Premier and Cabinet Domestic and Family Violence w/c 29 April to 11 August 2018 prevention – Bystanders Premier and Cabinet Ice (crystal methamphetamine) 15 December 2017 to 22 January 2018 awareness campaign Premier and Cabinet Social cohesion/We Are 2 July to w/c 20 August 2017 Queensland Community focus Premier and Cabinet White Ribbon Day breakfast 3 October to 13 November 2017 Queensland Fire and Bushfire safety w/c 23 July to w/c 22 October 2017 Emergency Services Queensland Fire and Home fire safety (fire escape w/c 4 June to 20 August 2017, then Emergency Services plans) w/c June to 15 August 2018 Queensland Fire and If it's flooded, forget it w/c 19 November 2017 to 12 May 2018 Emergency Services Queensland Fire and Smoke alarm legislation w/c 16 July to w/c 31 December 2017 Emergency Services Science, Information DIGITAL1ST: Advancing our September 2017 launch Technology and digital future Innovation State Development Defence Industries Queensland February to November 2017 2017 Attract new defence businesses to Queensland State Development Rechargeable battery 15 October to 31 October 2017 manufacturing Economic development State Development, Regional Export Distribution w/c 13 May to w/c 10 June 2018 Manufacturing, Centre project Infrastructure and Economic development Planning Tourism, Major Events, Embracing 2018 4 October to 31 October 2017 Small Business Economic development – legacy and the Commonwealth of the GC2018 Games Tourism, Major Events, Go Local, Grow Local 23 August to w/c 8 October 2017 Small Business Regional development and the Commonwealth Games Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Tourism, Major Events, Queensland Small Business February to 1 June 2018 Small Business Week 2018 and the Commonwealth

Games Tourism, Major Events, Trade 2018, GC2018 24 September to 31 October 2017 Small Business Economic development and the Commonwealth Games Transport and Main Chin up 30 June to 3 August 2017 Roads Road safety – mobile phone use Transport and Main Drink driving ‘Plan B’ w/c 10 December 2017 to w/c 29 April Roads 2018 Road safety Transport and Main Drink walking w/c 12 November 2017 to w/c Roads 11 February 2018 Road/pedestrian safety campaign Transport and Main Illegible number plates 1 March to 31 May 2018 Roads Transport and Main Let's change the way we look at 10 September to 9 October 2017 Roads speed – Control Road safety Transport and Main Let's change the way we look at w/c 25 March to w/c 15 April 2018 Roads speed – Warning Road safety Transport and Main Motorcycle safety 1 May to 30 June 2018 Roads Road safety Transport and Main Travel Demand Management – 24 July 2017 to w/c 25 March 2018 Roads business and freight Awareness of business travel GC2018 Transport and Main Travel Demand Management – 15 January to w/c 15 April 2018 Roads travelling public Awareness of personal travel GC2018 Treasury Back to Work w/c 26 March to 30 October 2017 Employment initiative Treasury First home owners’ grant 5 February to 4 June 2017, then 23 July to 30 September 2017 Treasury Make the move to Queensland 27 June to 8 July 2017, then 1 September to 30 October 2017 Employment initiative Treasury (Office of Getting back – workplace injury w/c 24 September to w/c 19 November Industrial Relations) 2017 Employment initiative Treasury (Office of Quad bike safety w/c 18 June to 23 July 2017, then w/c Industrial Relations) 10 September to w/c 22 October 2017 Department Campaign name Timeframe for delivery Treasury (Office of Safe Work Month 2017/Playing w/c 6 August to 31 October 2017 Industrial Relations) it safe

Question on Notice No. 11 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 38 of the SDS, which refers to the Advancing Trade and Investment – Queensland Trade and Investment Strategy 2017–22 (the Strategy), will the Premier outline current milestones and progress for implementation of the strategy?

ANSWER: Last year, my Government launched the Advancing Trade and Investment – Queensland Trade and Investment Strategy 20172022 to position Queensland as Australia’s most innovative and dynamic trading economy and a magnet for global investment.

The Strategy is supported by a funding commitment of $35 million over five years to deliver 22 new initiatives to boost exports, attract investment and strengthen Queensland’s regional economies.

I am pleased to report that implementation of the Strategy is progressing well. Already, we have seen an increase in Queensland’s share of the national overseas exports.

Queensland has exceeded the target set under the Strategy, to increase Queensland’s share of national overseas exports to 22% and maintain through to 2022. Based on the latest ABS data (May 2018), Queensland accounted for 23.8% of Australia’s merchandise exports.

For every four dollars Australia earns from exports, one of those dollars is generated in Queensland.

Of the 22 initiatives, 12 have already been implemented or are underway. These are: • development of a Queensland Prospectus for international investors, delivered in May 2017 • establishing a dedicated Trade and Investment North Queensland office to increase the active support of international opportunities in North Queensland, opened in August 2017 • signing of a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding between the Queensland Government and the Local Government Association of Queensland in February 2018, which includes the provision of $200,000 to train council officials to pursue trade and investment opportunities • strengthening TIQ’s Singapore office to better service ASEAN countries, with the recruitment of a Commissioner, two new Business Development Managers and an Office Manager • delivering Queensland showcase events in international markets, highlighting Queensland businesses at major international events such as Food and Hotel Asia in Singapore and the China International Silver Industry Expo in Guangzhou • launching the Emerging International Business Leaders Program with the first intake of five Queensland business leaders to be placed shortly in TIQ’s Shanghai, Santiago and Tokyo offices • launching the Queensland Trade and Investment International Internship Program with the first intake of four recent graduates to be placed in TIQ’s Hong Kong, Santiago and Shanghai offices in coming weeks

• providing cross-border e-commerce training to 157 businesses across the state in partnership with Alibaba, with further training to be rolled out in the coming months • establishing industry-led trade missions with the first two missions being a senior living and aged care mission to China in November last year, and a healthcare mission to the United States in June of this year • providing export and investment training for SMEs, with two pilot workshops to mining equipment, technology and services companies in Gladstone and Brisbane already delivered and a state-wide schedule currently being developed • launching the Queensland India Women’s Business Advisory Circle in Brisbane as a pilot phase for the International Business Advisory Circle to mentor SMEs with high growth potential • establishing the Australian Silver Industry Group under the Queensland Business Consortia initiative, representing the senior living and aged care sector targeting China and Hong Kong. The mission to China has just been concluded. The following seven initiatives are expected to be launched in the next three months: • boosting the investment readiness of regional Queensland. A pilot workshop was held in Townsville in June this year to train businesspeople how to create a compelling business case for prospective investors. • providing a better customer experience through enhanced digital services. Initial work has been completed including an improved mobile experience for the TIQ website and enhanced social media engagement with clients. • a Strategic Engagement and Client Management service for exporters and investors (formally Case Management service) • providing international market reports tailored to Queensland’s strengths • developing Regional Trade and Investment Action Plans • strengthening TIQ’s presence in Jakarta • developing country-specific trade and investment strategies. The following three initiatives are in the planning and development stage, and are on track to be delivered within the Strategy timeframe: • implement a Queensland Government Accreditation Program • establish a new TIQ office in North America • conduct a comprehensive review of Queensland’s international operations.

Question on Notice No. 12 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to the Public Service Commission (pages 58-69 of the SDS), will the Premier advise what the percentage of Queensland public servants are in frontline; frontline support roles; and corporate roles (reported separately) for each quarterly period (listed separately) from March 2017 to March 2018?

ANSWER:

Quarter Frontline and Frontline Corporate Support March 2017 91.18% 8.82% June 2017 91.18% 8.82% September 2017 91.24% 8.76% December 2017 91.13% 8.87% March 2018 91.40% 8.60%

The Minimum Obligatory Human Resource Information (MOHRI) system records frontline and frontline support roles under the same code, therefore it is not possible to provide a separate figure for Frontline, and a separate figure for Frontline Support. Classifications are corporate and non-corporate.

All statistics are acquired from the publicly available Queensland Public Sector Quarterly Workforce Profile reports, found at: https://www.forgov.qld.gov.au/queensland-public- service-workforce-statistics.

Budget Paper 2 (Box 5.1, page 74) has committed the Public Service Commission to continue to work with Queensland Treasury to reduce inconsistencies and improve the quality of public sector workforce data being reported. This work is occurring.

Question on Notice No. 13 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to the government’s intention to establish a dedicated screen production facility in Brisbane (page 36 of the DPC SDS), will the Premier please outline the government’s achievements with regard to growing the screen industry in Queensland as well as its future objectives?

ANSWER: My Government has a track record of growing the screen industry in Queensland, of attracting major productions to film in the State, and of fostering the growth of our local screen industry.

Queensland has a vibrant screen industry. A recent review into the screen sector by Deloitte found that the screen industry supported more than 7000 jobs in 2016-17 and contributed almost $1 billion to the state’s economy.

The 2018-19 State Budget includes an additional $20 million in funding for our Production Attraction Strategy. Productions attracted to the State by our world-class facilities, diverse locations and talented screen practitioners include international blockbusters Aquaman, Pacific Rim: Uprising and Dora The Explorer; major Australian film Danger Close; Netflix’s high-end television comedy series with Chris Lilley, and locally produced drama series Harrow (Seasons 1 and 2) and Tidelands (one of the first Netflix Originals Series commissioned and made in Australia). The growth in locally produced drama series demonstrates the critical mass we are building in our State.

This momentum is supported by the Queensland Government’s recently released Advance Queensland Screen Industry 10-Year Roadmap and Action Plan. The Roadmap outlines my Government’s vision for growing our State’s screen industry to be a globally recognised commercial and creative leader in the screen industry, creating jobs of the future, boosting our economy, and enriching the community with diverse content. It outlines key objectives and specific actions my Government will take to achieve this vision, and responds to feedback received during consultations with the local industry.

One key action, which I announced during my trade mission to the United States in early June this year, was my Government’s $12 million commitment to develop a fit-for-purpose studio in Brisbane to complement our world-class Village Roadshow Studios on the Gold Coast. The Brisbane Studio will provide urgently needed additional professional screen infrastructure in to meet the current high levels of domestic production, and ensure the ongoing development of our State’s screen industry capacity, capability and reputation as a global production hub.

Other actions to be delivered as part of the Roadmap include a screen production strategic plan to develop the region as a screen hub; a ten per cent post-production, digital and visual effects rebate to attract a bigger share of this global growth area to Queensland; various initiatives to build the capability of our local screen sector; and actions to make Queensland an even more screen-friendly State.

My Government will continue to deliver outcomes in this sector and continue to create jobs and opportunities for the Queensland screen industry to be a global player.

Question on Notice No. 14 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 59 of the SDS regarding the Public Service Commission, can the Premier provide a breakdown of SES and SES equivalent officers (reported separately by Department) as at 1 January 2018?

ANSWER: The Machinery of Government changes, announced in December 2017, resulted in a number of changes to departmental structures and the subsequent realignment of executive positions.

The Public Service Commission has since been working with departments to record and report their new executive profiles. The most relevant and contemporary data to provide in response to the question is 30 June 2018. The below information outlines by post-MOG department the breakdown of SES and officers employed under section 122 contracts at SES equivalent remuneration and above. The below information includes only appointments to departments under the Public Service Act 2008. It does not include vacant SES profile roles or acting and interchange arrangements.

In addition to the breakdown provided below, there are employees whose remuneration is equal to or greater than SES and are employed under other Acts. For example, this includes front- line doctors, nurses, health practitioners, senior police and emergency service personnel.

The total number of employees at SES and equivalent remuneration and above is included in Table 5 of the Quarterly Workforce Profile.

SES * Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships 3, Agriculture and Fisheries 18, Child Safety, Youth and Women 24, Communities, Disability Services and Seniors 8, Education 45, Employment, Small Business and Training 11, Environment and Science 27, Housing and Public Works 21, Innovation, Tourism Industry Development and the Commonwealth Games 5, Justice and Attorney-General 20, Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs 1, Natural Resources, Mines and Energy 19, Premier and Cabinet 7, Queensland Corrective Services 2, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services 2,Queensland Health 0, Queensland Police Service 2, Queensland Treasury 27, State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning 19, Transport and Main Roads 34. * This does not include senior executive appointments under Acts other than the Public Service Act 2008, for example Queensland Health under the Hospital and Health Boards Act 2011.

Section 122 ** Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships 3, Agriculture and Fisheries 3, Child Safety, Youth and Women 5, Communities, Disability Services and Seniors 7, Education 100 ***, Employment, Small Business and Training 2, Environment and Science 14, Housing and Public Works 47, Innovation, Tourism Industry Development and the Commonwealth Games 14, Justice and Attorney-General 15, Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs 5, Natural Resources, Mines and Energy 69, Premier and Cabinet 6, Queensland Corrective Services 17, Queensland Fire and Emergency Services 1, Queensland Health 1, Queensland Police Service 1, Queensland Treasury 18, State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning 39, Transport and Main Roads 47.

** this does not include senior executive appointments under Acts other than the Public Service Act 2008, for example Queensland Health under the Hospital and Health Boards Act 2011

*** includes Executive Principals

Question on Notice No. 15 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: I refer to page 59 of the SDS regarding the overview for the Public Service Commission and ask: can the Premier outline how many new Australian military veterans were employed in the public service in 2016/17 and 2017/18 (reported separately by year)?

ANSWER: My Government is committed to creating opportunities for veterans and providing online resources to help veterans match their skills with available roles in the public sector.

This commitment is reflected in our decision to create a 12-month pilot public sector program to identify at least 100 job opportunities for veterans. The government will also run a recruitment campaign targeting veterans and provide online resources to help veterans match their skills with available roles in the public sector, and will create an online veterans portal.

Public service employment data has only included former Australian Defence Force veterans identified since 26 April 2018. The department will be asked to capture this data in the future.

Question on Notice No. 16 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to the Palaszczuk Government’s stated object to diversify Queensland's economy (page 4, DPC SDS), will the Premier provide details of how the Advance Queensland initiative is helping to diversify our economy, encourage private-sector investment and support jobs?

ANSWER: The Queensland Government’s flagship Advance Queensland initiative is our vision for the future. It is focused on driving innovation-led growth across the State to turn great ideas into reality, diversify the economy and create the jobs of the future.

Increased funding for the initiative was announced as part of the 2018–19 Budget, bringing the total investment in Advance Queensland to $650 million. New funding will ensure that we maintain momentum to position Queensland as a global innovation hub.

As at 31 March 2018, the Queensland Government had backed more than 3130 innovators across the State. Their projects will drive more than 11,350 jobs, with many more to come as the flow-on benefits of Advance Queensland are realised over the long-term. We have also leveraged more than $225 million in co-investment from Advance Queensland project partners, including industry and investors to deliver even greater benefits for the State.

There have been many highlights on our innovation journey. We have launched 10-Year Roadmaps and Action Plans for several priority sectors including Biofutures, Defence and Aerospace to support the growth of these sectors and help diversify the economy.

The Queensland Government also released the Advance Queensland Screen Industry 10- Year Roadmap and Action Plan. The roadmap is based on four key strategies that will support further growth of the screen industry in Queensland: expand the global reach of Queensland’s screen industry; support Queensland’s diverse local practitioners; boost capability in the Queensland screen sector and build a screen-friendly Queensland.

As at 30 June 2018, the Business Development Fund had invested in 27 Queensland businesses to help turn their ideas and innovations into commercial realities while also facilitating the development of a sustainable private market for venture capital finance in Queensland.

We continue to build on the major partnerships secured with global players such as Siemens Healthcare, Emory University, Johnson & Johnson, the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology, YouTube, Softbank and Boeing to ensure Queensland is competitive on the world-stage.

On 4 July 2018, EGR Group was announced as the tenth company we have assisted to establish or expand their operations in Queensland through the highly successful Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund.

We have supported more than 200 small and medium-sized businesses to commercialise market-ready innovative ideas and grow their businesses under Rounds 1, 2 and 3 of the popular Ignite Ideas Fund, and are on track to support more through Round 4.

To attract more tourists to Queensland, we secured new airline services from Guangzhou to Cairns and Beijing to Brisbane, and additional airline services from Shanghai to Brisbane under the Connecting with Asia Strategy.

We have also attracted more than 60,000 attendees at Advance Queensland supported events held throughout the State to inspire the next wave of startups, entrepreneurs, researchers and scientists.

We have attracted more than 50 startups to Queensland from interstate and overseas through the HotDesQ program to help them grow their businesses and grow the Queensland innovation ecosystem.

To tackle some of our biggest health, energy and environmental challenges, we are also currently supporting more than 85 of our best and brightest through Research Fellowships.

Queenslanders are renowned for their ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit and we will continue to back them. As announced as part of the 2018–19 Budget, we are providing increased funding for new and existing Advance Queensland programs. These programs will roll out over the coming months, providing further opportunities for Queensland innovators and ensuring the Queensland Government continues to drive innovation-led growth and create the jobs of the future.

Question on Notice No. 17 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: I refer to page 41 of the SDS and efficiency measures. Will the Premier list, separately by financial year, the number of export and investment leads (reported separately) provided to Queensland businesses from TIQ’s activities for 2014−15, 2015−16, 2016−17 and 2017–18?

ANSWER: Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) operates a customer relationship management system (CRM) that has enabled the organisation to better connect Queensland businesses with international opportunities across the trade and investment sector.

As a result of the CRM’s implementation, the number of total leads reported in 2017-18 was 928. This total comprised 752 export leads, and 176 investment leads.

Question on Notice No. 18 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 4 of the SDS, will the Premier advise of actions that the government has taken to address Domestic and Family Violence in regional Queensland?

ANSWER: My Government has committed $328.9 million over six years from 2015–16 to achieve the vision of the Not Now, Not Ever report for a Queensland free from domestic and family violence.

We have put in place a significant program of reform to achieve this vision and, as noted by Ms Kay McGrath OAM in her recent progress report as Chair of the independent Domestic and Family Violence Implementation Council, ‘Queensland has made great strides in [its] efforts to combat domestic and family violence’.

Our funding commitment and long-term strategy are making tangible changes to preventing domestic and family violence and supporting victims in regional Queensland.

Key initiatives include: • establishing a specialist domestic and family violence court in Townsville, with circuit court to Mount Isa and Palm Island. This specialist court received an additional $8.1 million over four years in this year’s Budget to expand the court. • establishing High Risk Teams in Logan/Beenleigh, Mount Isa, Cherbourg, Ipswich, Brisbane and Cairns, to ensure victims are not falling through the cracks, and that perpetrators are kept in view at all times. In 2018–19, we have committed $8.7 million to support the six existing High Risk Teams and create two more in Mackay and Moreton Bay. • continuing to invest in our increasing network of women’s shelters. The Government has committed to establishing seven new domestic and family violence shelters – the first in Queensland in more than 20 years. In addition to three shelters the Government has established in Brisbane, Townsville and Charters Towers, a shelter in Coen, more than 250km north-west of Cooktown, opened in March and is backed by $380,000 in funding. This financial year, we are committing to three more new domestic and family violence shelters and support services, in Caboolture, Northern Gold Coast and Roma. • funding 24 new specialist police domestic and family violence coordinators across the state, bringing the total to 54. • utilising our vast network of Community Justice Groups in 18 discrete Indigenous communities to develop culturally appropriate domestic and family violence response services for Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

At the same time as progressing these key initiatives, new specialist services are being established across regional Queensland to better support people affected by domestic and family violence.

We are investing $43.1 million for additional domestic and family violence specialist support services for victims as well as $10.3 million over four years for additional perpetrator interventions to help protect victims. This year’s Budget alone invests

$14.2 million for new and enhanced counselling, court support, sexual assault, health and wellbeing and telephone services across the state. Examples of previous investments include: • a new family violence counselling support service in Longreach • $3.2 million in Mackay over the next three years • $2.6 million in South Burnett over the next five years • $2.4 million in Cooktown over the next five years • more support is coming to Mossman/Port Douglas, Cairns and Mareeba, with $5 million dedicated over five years for new services.

Importantly, all of Queensland is serviced by a number of statewide specialist domestic and family violence services, including men’s and women’s counselling support through DVConnect and legal advice through the Women’s Legal Service’s specific Rural, Regional and Remote Legal Advice Line.

The Government recently provided a further $350,000 on top of regular funding to ensure that DVConnect keeps up with current demands for its services.

My Government will continue to be vigilant to identify opportunities for investment in regional Queensland to ensure a safer Queensland for all.

Question on Notice No. 19 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: I refer to page 44 and the income statement for Trade and Investment Queensland. Will the Premier disclose the total value of hospitality expenses for Trade and Investment Queensland for 2016/17 and 2017/18 breakdown by position: a) Chair; b) CEO; c) Agent- General; and d) all other TIQ employees (combined)?

ANSWER:

Hospitality and entertainment expenditure is not recurrent year to year, so fluctuations occur depending on the specific events held or attended each year.

TIQ manages and coordinates or represents the State at numerous functions and events across the globe, including State occasions, official, as well as other community engagement activities, such as industry development forums, regional business community consultations, launches and promotional events.

As of 13 July 2018, the total estimated amount expended by Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) on hospitality in 2017-18, was $289,681. This comprised: $8,609 (CEO); $10, 728 (Agent-General); and all other TIQ employees ($270,344).

Question on Notice No. 20 Asked on 2 July 2018

QUESTION: With reference to page 4 of the SDS, will the Premier detail the Government’s initiatives to grow Queensland’s resource recovery sector and the impact the Government’s agenda will have on creating jobs in the waste sector?

ANSWER: Earlier this year, after considering the final report of Justice Peter Lyons QC’s Investigation into the transport of waste into Queensland, I announced that my Government is developing a comprehensive waste management strategy, underpinned by the reintroduction of a waste disposal levy to reduce interstate waste transfer, increase recycling and recovery, as well as create many new jobs for Queenslanders.

My Government understands the pressures facing the resource recovery and recycling sectors, including China’s decision to impose restrictions on the quality of importable recyclable materials.

The Liberal National Party’s reckless decision to scrap the levy in 2012 removed the incentive for operators to re-use and recycle waste. It also made Queensland an attractive destination for the disposal of interstate waste. After the levy was repealed more than 2.3 million tonnes of waste has been transported into Queensland for landfill disposal.

Let me be clear, Queensland will not be a dumping ground for interstate waste.

My Government is committed to leaving Queensland a better place for our children and their children.

Reintroducing the levy will put a stop to the incentives that have led to these grossly elevated quantities of waste being sent to land fill.

It will instead encourage more recycling and create the kind of investment certainty that the sector has been crying out for, so that it can invest, innovate and create the jobs and industries that are so important to Queensland’s future.

And my Government is ready to help industry in this task.

The reintroduction of the levy will provide a recurrent funding source for reinvestment into the resource recovery industry.

My Government is building upon the opportunity to grow this sector by allocating $100 million over three years from the levy revenue to the Resource Recovery Industry Development Program.

Funding from this program will be used to assist local governments and industry to find innovative and cost effective solutions to the problem of waste going to landfill, which will in turn create jobs for Queenslanders.

Queensland’s new waste strategy, and the injection of investment into Queensland’s resource recovery sector, will also support the Government’s Our Future State: Advancing Queensland’s Priorities by promoting jobs in the resource recovery and recycling industry.

With greater investment in resource recovery, Queensland Treasury Corporation estimates 3000 direct jobs could be created.

In addition, this analysis is supported by the 2009 Access Economics report which found that every 10,000 tonnes of waste disposed into landfill supports 2.8 fulltime jobs, whereas if the same 10,000 tonnes of waste were recycled, 9.2 jobs would be supported.

My Government will continue to work in collaboration with local government, industry and community as we finalise the details of the new waste strategy.

Questions on notice and responses

Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 1

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 1 of Budget Paper 2. How will the Queensland Government’s $45.8bn capital program benefit Queensland?

ANSWER:

The $45.8 billion capital works program over the next four years to 2021-22 reinforces the Palaszczuk Government’s commitment to creating job opportunities and providing essential services for Queenslanders, no matter where they live.

Across the State, the Government’s investment in key economic and social infrastructure will be a driver of transformative change, encouraging private investment and making Queensland’s communities better places to live.

This record investment will also provide a significant stimulus for local economies through the thousands of construction jobs it will deliver. The $11.6 billion capital works program in 2018-19 is estimated to directly support more than 38,000 jobs.

But, even more importantly, it will help build our cities and connect our regions, thereby helping create the jobs of the future.

As Queensland transitions to a more innovative, diverse and productive economy, it is vital that our infrastructure investment maximises opportunities and provides long-term sustainable benefits for Queenslanders.

The Government’s $45.8 billion infrastructure investment over the next four years will encourage further private sector investment and improve the productivity and competitiveness of Queensland businesses and industries.

It will deliver the right projects in the right place at the right time to meet the demands of our fast-growing State, having recently welcomed the five millionth Queenslander.

To meet the needs of Queensland’s growing population, the Government’s 2018-19 capital works program includes significant investments across many key sectors of the economy including: roads and transport ($4.9 billion); energy ($2.2 billion); health ($985.5 million); education ($674.3 million); and water ($277 million), as well as substantial investments in housing, justice and public safety infrastructure.

Communities across the State will benefit from transformative projects such as the Cross River Rail; the Cairns Convention Centre; upgrades to the M1 motorway and the Bruce Highway; Townsville Stadium; the Toowoomba Second Range Crossing; Mackay Ring Road; the Building Future Schools fund; the Building Better Hospitals program; and the construction and upgrade of the State’s social housing stock.

Every Queensland community will benefit significantly from the capital works program, with 65 per cent of the total capital program in 2018-19 to be spent outside of Greater Brisbane.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 2

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to the Government’s whole-of-government reprioritisation program (page 4 of the SDS) a) what programs/services will be cut from Treasury to make its reprioritisation targets, b) how will Treasury/the Treasurer ensure other Departments/Ministers deliver their reprioritisation targets?

ANSWER:

The Government’s 2017 election commitments will build on key policy priorities such as strengthening economic growth, particularly in the regions, providing jobs and building better communities.

The previous LNP Government introduced efficiency dividends with the aim of cutting expenditure which meant cuts to front-line services. In contrast, the reprioritisation program is about redirecting existing funding to deliver our election commitments to restore front-line services and staff new hospitals and schools. Delivery of this measure will not be at the cost of public service jobs nor the sale of strategic income earning assets.

The reprioritisation of funds is being achieved through actions such as reviewing procurement opportunities, realigning of agency expenditure with government priorities, and identifying savings through efficiencies in current programs and activities.

Treasury will work with agencies on achieving reprioritisation measures to ensure Government services are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 3

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 39 of Budget Paper 2 and new revenue measures, will the Treasurer provide a breakdown of where revenue from the a) land tax rate increase, b) the Additional Foreign Acquirer Duty increase, c) the dutiable value of vehicles valued over $100,000 and d) the 15% point of consumption betting tax will be allocated on a year-to-year basis over the next four financial years (reported separately by revenue measures, program and department)?

ANSWER:

Consistent with its measured and responsible management of the State’s finances, the Government has offset the cost of its election commitments through a combination of new revenue measures and a whole-of-government reprioritisation program.

These policies will support the implementation of election commitments over the forward estimates. The allocation of funding to meet the Government’s election commitments including capital commitments is detailed in Budget Paper 4, set out for each department, by program over the financial years from 2017-18 to 2021-22.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 4

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 44 of Budget Paper 2. How is the Queensland Government sustainably managing borrowings to fund the infrastructure that Queenslanders need?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government is responsibly managing the state’s finances. Our borrowings are stable and sustainable and allow us to deliver the infrastructure that our growing state needs to support jobs and services for Queensland.

The Palaszczuk Government has implemented measures to reduce General Government debt and minimise future borrowing requirements. The Government is focused on managing borrowings at a level that does not limit its ability to undertake investment for the future.

General government debt as a percentage of gross state product (GSP) peaked at 14 per cent in 2014-15. It has fallen substantially under the Palaszczuk Government and is expected to stabilise at around 10 per cent of GSP across the forward estimates.

In 2017-18, general government debt is the lowest since 2011-12. In fact, general government debt in 2021-22 will still be lower than it was in 2014-15. The proportion of revenue that we spend on servicing our debt has also fallen. It peaked in 2013-14 at 4.71 per cent, but is now below 3 per cent and remains so over the forward estimates.

In the General Government Sector, a reduction in borrowings combined with lower rates since 2014-15 have contributed to the estimated actual interest expense that is $907 million lower than projected in the 2014-15 Budget.

The Government’s infrastructure investment supports ongoing service delivery and facilitates key economic and social infrastructure to meet the needs of Queensland families, businesses and communities. That is why the 2018-19 State Budget invests $45.8 billion in infrastructure over four years. This will not only deliver the essential infrastructure needed to meet the demands of our fast-growing State, it will also support tens of thousands of additional Queensland jobs.

Infrastructure projects supported in this budget include: Bruce Highway upgrades, M1 Pacific Motorway upgrades, Cross River Rail, Toowoomba Second Range Crossing, Building Better Hospitals, Building Future Schools and Renewing our Schools, North Queensland Stadium, and the New Public Transport Ticketing System.

The Government will continue to provide additional funds for infrastructure investment to drive the economy while responsibly managing debt. This is being achieved while retaining strategic assets, such as electricity, port, rail and water businesses, in public ownership. Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 5

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 49 of Budget Paper 2. Can the Deputy Premier outline how the State’s superannuation liabilities remain fully funded and how this compares to other jurisdictions?

ANSWER:

Upon taking office, the Palaszczuk Government set out its fiscal strategy for the responsible and measured management of the State’s finances based on key fiscal principles. This included our commitment to target full funding of long-term liabilities such as superannuation.

As a result of our long-term liability management strategies, Queensland has fully funded superannuation liabilities unlike any other Australian state or territory. For example, the NSW Government noted in its 2018-19 Budget that it planned to fully fund its superannuation liabilities by June 2030. The NSW Government is setting aside $1.6 billion in 2018-19 towards funding the liabilities, with this amount to increase at a rate of five per cent per annum until 2030.

Queensland’s government owned assets and fully-funded liabilities are reflected in Queensland’s General Government net worth, which at $40,194 per capita projected in 2018-19, is well above NSW’s ($33,544) and Victoria’s ($26,711).

We are meeting our Fiscal Principle to target full funding of long-term liabilities such as superannuation and WorkCover in accordance with actuarial advice. This is confirmed by the latest actuarial review (as at 30 June 2017 - the next annual report will be available by December 2018), which showed that accruing superannuation liabilities were fully funded.

The actuarial advice takes into account the Palaszczuk Government’s Debt Action Plan measures, including repatriations and the suspension of defined benefit employer contributions.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 6

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)

QUESTION:

With reference to page 5 of the SDS under service performance, could the Treasurer provide a detailed breakdown of how the Government’s long term liabilities in superannuation and WorkCover are covered a) at this time, b) in the next 4 years (broken down by financial year), and c) how much larger these covers would have been if funds had not been removed from superannuation and WorkCover (broken down by financial year)?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government has a clear fiscal strategy for the responsible and measured management of the State’s finances based on key fiscal principles. This includes a commitment to full funding of long-term liabilities such as superannuation and WorkCover in accordance with actuarial advice.

Superannuation

The most recent Actuarial Investigation of QSuper as at 30 June 2017 showed that the scheme is projected to remain fully funded over the forward estimates, with around 120% of the projected Vested Benefits Index in 2019 and 125% in 2022.

Table 1 below illustrates how the Defined Benefit Scheme remains fully funded over the forward estimates, as well as the overfunded position without the repatriation.

The surplus represents additional cash and investments above the actuarially assessed level required to meet payment obligations to members of the defined benefit scheme (primarily current or former Queensland Government employees).

Table 1: Projected Vested Benefits Index – Defined Benefit Scheme (%, as at 30 June) Baseline Ignoring Repatriations 2018 126% 130% 2019 121% 133% 2020 119% 135% 2021 122% 140% 2022 125% 146%

Note: Based on 2017 Actuarial Review. Vested Benefits are the benefits that would be payable had all members voluntarily resigned on the investigation date. This relationship is usually expressed as an index defined as the ratio of assets to vested benefits, or vested benefits index (VBI).

The most recent Actuarial Investigation of QSuper also showed that, on a funding basis, total assets exceeded accrued liabilities by $10.152 billion as at 30 June 2017. This compares with the $9.149 billion surplus as at 30 June 2016. The more stringent accounting basis showed an accrued surplus of $3.941 billion (2016: $2.070 billion).

Queensland is the only Australian jurisdiction to fully fund its defined benefit superannuation liabilities.

WorkCover

There have not been any withdrawals made, nor are intended to be made, from WorkCover.

The financial statements for WorkCover show that it had $2.1 billion of equity as at 30 June 2017 (latest figure available), which indicates WorkCover was in a strong financial position.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 7

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 51 of Budget Paper 2. How has the decision to retain strategic income generating assets in public hands benefited Queensland?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government made an ironclad commitment not to privatise our State’s key income generating assets and we have continued to deliver on that commitment since we were elected.

This stands in stark contrast to the former Government which had a plan to privatise our strategic port, rail, electricity and water assets.

By not selling off these assets, the Palaszczuk Government has kept control in the hands of Queenslanders, allowing dividends to be reinvested back into the Queensland community to pay for core services such as hospitals and schools.

Owning the State’s bulk water assets has allowed us to invest in drought resilience, with the South East from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast connected by a water grid. This is further backed up with the Gold Coast desalination plant and the western corridor recycled water scheme. This would not have been possible if our water assets were sold off.

Our government-owned ports are our trade gateways, with over 300 million tonnes of cargo passing through them in 2016-17. They play an essential role for the Queensland economy that benefits all Queenslanders whilst also facilitating this Government’s programs that protect the Great Barrier Reef.

Many Government energy initiatives are possible because we own our power assets which gives us the unique ability to reinvest dividends to make electricity more affordable, something other states that have sold off their generators, poles and wires cannot do.

For example, over the next two years, $200 million from dividends are being returned to Queensland households in the form of a $50 per year electricity rebate. This $50 “Asset Ownership Dividend” started rolling out from 30 April 2018 on 1.9 million power bills.

Another key initiative that is possible because of Government ownership and has ensured price stabilisation is the Government’s action in regard to the Solar Bonus Scheme. In June 2017, the Government provided electricity relief by investing $771 million over three years to remove the cost of the Solar Bonus Scheme from electricity bills.

Public ownership provides the flexibility for Government to implement reforms and other initiatives to achieve the best policy outcomes for consumers. For example, the Government has committed to creating a third clean-energy generation GOC, CleanCo, which will facilitate a more orderly introduction of renewable generation capacity into the market as the State works towards achieving the 50 per cent renewable target by 2030.

The benefits of ownership also mean we are able to direct our businesses to achieve better outcomes for Queenslanders. In 2015, we directed Energex and Ergon not to appeal the Australian Energy Regulator’s revenue determinations. By comparison, privatised businesses have continued to game the system by appealing regulatory decisions, and increase network prices. In 2016, we merged the Queensland owned distribution businesses, Ergon and Energex, to drive greater efficiencies and cost savings, ultimately benefiting customers. In 2017, we directed Stanwell to alter its bidding strategies, which has placed downward pressure on wholesale prices for Queensland consumers.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 8

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 50 of the SDS relating to the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority, can the Treasurer outline the expenditure in 2017/18 and budget allocation in 2018/19 (reported separately), for: a) Advertising; b) Sponsorship; c) Community engagement and marketing; and d) Hospitality?

ANSWER:

In 2017-18 the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (the Delivery Authority) has engaged regularly with the South East Queensland (SEQ) community to inform them about the Cross River Rail Project’s progress, activities, milestones and benefits.

Cross River Rail is a $5.4 billion project that will benefit all of SEQ. It is appropriate that Queenslanders are kept informed of the progress and benefits of this important project.

In August 2017, the Delivery Authority launched the Expression of Interest process for procurement of the two major packages of work (the Tunnel, Stations and Development Public-Private Partnership, and the Rail, Integration and Systems Alliance). The launch was supported by industry briefings, public notification and a wider project awareness program in national news media (newspapers), along with use of social media platforms, billboards and limited television and radio placements.

Engagement activities have also been aligned to the early works program. This has allowed the local community opportunities to engage face-to-face and obtain information about the project.

The Delivery Authority has hosted community information sessions at a wide range of events which (in total) have been attended by over 950,000 people.

Going forward the Delivery Authority will continue to use similar communication modes to inform the community of the project’s progress. Feedback from the engagement activities confirms that these activities have been welcomed by the community.

Table A – Expenditure 2017-18 and Budget 2018-19

Estimated Actual Budget 2017-18 2018-19

Advertising

- Production $345,950*

- Placement $657,030 $680,000

Community Engagement $433,249 $300,000

Sponsorship / Hospitality - -

TOTAL $1,436,229 $980,000

* Content produced in 2017-18 will be used over multiple financial years.

I note that the previous Government spent more than $70 million on the planning, scoping and promotion of its ‘Strong Choices’ asset sales policy.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 9

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 145 of Budget Paper 2. Can the Deputy Premier outline the range of concessions that have been made available in this year’s budget and how they support vulnerable Queenslanders?

ANSWER:

As part of our commitment to reduce cost of living impacts on households and small businesses, the Palaszczuk Government has committed to $5.6 billion in concessions for electricity, water, transport, education and housing in this year’s Budget. Of which, a significant amount has been dedicated to supporting eligible seniors, pensioners, veterans and low-income families. This investment represents an increase of $200 million on last year.

Key concessions provided in the 2018-19 State Budget that will support Queenslanders including vulnerable people include:

− over $2.7 billion in general public transport concessions for eligible card holders including the extension of the half-price public transport concession to include 19,000 Department of Veterans’ Affairs white card holders under 64 − over $1.1 billion for a range of energy rebates and concessions which includes a $100 million Electricity Asset Ownership Dividend for all Queensland households. This also includes $212 million dedicated to supporting eligible seniors, pensioners, veterans and low-income families − $461.6 million in housing concessions to assist low-income families and individuals such as the Government managed housing rental rebate and the National Rental Affordability Scheme − $281.7 million in health related services including the Oral Health Scheme that provides free dental care to concession card holders − $131.6 million for eligible school students including School Transport Assistance for public school students with disabilities − $71.8 million in other utility concessions via the Pensioner Rate Subsidy Scheme and the South East Queensland Pensioner Water Subsidy Scheme

More information on the specific concessions is available in Appendix A of Budget Paper No. 2 – Budget Strategy and Outlook.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 10

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 57 of Budget Paper 2. How does Queensland’s taxation environment compare with that of other jurisdictions?

ANSWER:

In the last year alone over 100,000 interstate residents moved to Queensland. This is evidence that the Palaszczuk Government has got the fiscal and economic conditions right for our state.

The Palaszczuk Government is committed to ensuring it provides an economic environment that supports businesses and jobs growth and does not place undue strain on households through policy and taxation settings.

In Budget Paper 2, taxation per capita in Queensland of $2,808 was expected to be $800 lower than the average for other jurisdictions in 2018-19.

The Commonwealth Grants Commission also looks at tax competitiveness and it shows Queensland has the most competitive tax system of all the States in Australia. If we compare with NSW we had lower taxes across the board in 2016-17: o Payroll tax - $300 less per person o Land tax - $100 less per person o Stamp duty - $530 less per person o Insurance tax - $85 less per person (and cheaper compulsory third party insurance) o Motor tax - $5 less per person

Consistent with Fiscal Principle 4, the 2018-19 Budget estimates that General Government Sector own-source revenue will remain at or below 8.5% of nominal gross state product (GSP) on average across the forward estimates. It is expected to be 8.2% in 2018-19 with an average of 8.0% across the four years to 2021-22.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 11

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to Table 3.1 of Budget Paper 2, key fiscal aggregates, could the Treasurer provide a comparison table between the estimated interest payment costs of all borrowing in the years 2018-19 to 2021-22, and what these interest payment costs would instead be with a AAA credit rating?

ANSWER:

The Queensland Government is responsibly managing the state’s finances. Our borrowings are stable and sustainable and allow us to deliver the infrastructure that our growing state needs to support jobs and services for Queensland.

General government debt as a percentage of gross state product (GSP) peaked at 14 per cent in 2014-15. It has fallen substantially under the Palaszczuk Government and is expected to stabilise at around 10 per cent of GSP across the forward estimates.

In 2017-18, general government debt is the lowest since 2011-12. In fact, general government debt in 2021-22 will still be lower than it was in 2014-15. The proportion of revenue that we spend on servicing our debt has also fallen. It peaked in 2013-14 at 4.71 per cent, but is now below 3 per cent and remains so over the forward estimates.

The state’s credit rating is not the only factor that determines borrowing costs. The market yield for 10 year Queensland Treasury Corporation bonds as at 1 July 2015 was 3.62 per cent and at 3 July 2017 was 3.18 per cent, demonstrating that rates have been relatively range bound with a decline of 44 basis points over the period.

In the General Government Sector, a reduction in borrowings combined with lower rates since 2014-15 have contributed to the estimated actual interest expense that is $907 million lower than projected in the 2014-15 Budget.

Interest expense for general government borrowings is reported in Budget Paper 2.

Treasury does not regularly forecast different credit ratings scenarios across the forward estimates for the non-financial public sector.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 12

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 29 of the SDS under the balance sheet, could the Treasurer a) list the number of businesses that have benefitted directly from the Business Development Fund, b) how much funding each business has individually received, and c) how this funding has received oversight since being provided to each business?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government’s highly successful Business Development Fund is a fantastic example of our partnership with the private sector to grow jobs and opportunities for Queenslanders, now and into the future. Boosted by $40 million in the 2018-19 Budget, the now $80 million Fund is part of our comprehensive Advance Queensland strategy to help create knowledge-based jobs of the future and drive productivity improvements.

The Fund helps to unlock potential in innovative businesses by providing early stage and follow-on venture capital to help Queensland’s best and brightest turn their ideas and innovations into commercial realities. Importantly, the Fund supports the growth of Queensland’s angel and venture capital investment capital pool, which also strengthens Queensland’s entrepreneurial and start-up ecosystem.

As at 2 July 2018, the Business Development Fund has made 30 investments totalling $31.2 million in 27 different portfolio companies:

− JESI Management Solutions, $500,000 − Tritium, $5 million − MiCare Global Pty Ltd, $250,000 − EFTLab, $125,000 − Five Good Friends, $2 million − Water and Carbon Group, $2.5 million − GO1 Pty Ltd, $1.5 million − PlantMiner, $1.05 million − Intrepica Pty Ltd, $1 million − Lawcadia Pty Ltd, $1.25 million − PERKii Pty Ltd, $1.5 million − Find-Me Technologies, $1 million − Sustainable Organic Solutions, $1.5 million − Valti, $1 million − SpareWorkspace, $215,000 − TravelShoot Australia, $350,000

− iSeekplant, $880,000 − D&B Backbone, $1.2 million − Serene Medical, $2.5 million − Lode Solutions, $1 million − MindHive, $750,000 − RedEye Apps, $1 million − RiskWise Property Review, $550,000 − Fortress Capstone Pty Ltd (CruiseTraka), $267,500 − Healthcare Logic Pty Ltd, $290,000 − Obzervr Pty Ltd, $500,000 − Nexgen Plants, $1.5 million.

Queensland Treasury’s website is regularly updated with information on investments in the Business Development Fund.

There is a strong pipeline of investments in various stages of review as well as the ongoing shortlisting of applications for presentation to the Investment Panel. More information on Panel members can also be found on the Queensland Treasury website.

The Business Development Fund is managed by Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC), who provide secretariat support for the Investment Panel and manage all engagement with applicants.

An offer of investment from the Fund to successful applicants will be made by the Investment Panel in the form of the Term Sheet. Quarterly and annual updates are provided to the Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC), which manages the day to day operations of the Fund.

QIC provides Treasury with a quarterly Portfolio Performance Update which includes a ‘health check’ of the company and co-investor involvement to ensure the fund’s objectives continue to be met.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 13

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to Table 4.2 of Budget Paper 2, State Taxation Revenue relating to payroll tax, could the Treasurer, using the latest information available, provide a table individually outlining how many businesses have payrolls in each of the following brackets: a) $1.1 million to $1.2 million b) $1.2 million to $1.3 million c) $1.3 million to $1.4 million d) $1.4 million to $1.5 million e) $1.5 million to $1.6 million f) $5.5 million to $6.0 million g) $6.0 million to $6.5 million h) $6.5 million to $7.0 million i) $7.0 million to $7.5 million j) $7.5 million to $8.0 million?

ANSWER:

Queensland has a highly competitive payroll tax regime, with one of the lowest rates of payroll tax in Australia at 4.75% and currently the highest exemption threshold of any mainland state at $1.1 million.

Queensland’s overall tax environment continues to be highly competitive. At the time of the 2018-19 Budget, Queensland tax per capita of $2,808 was $875 below the Australian average of $3,683.

From 1 July 2016, a 50% payroll tax rebate applies to wages of eligible apprentice and trainees, in addition to these wages already being exempt from payroll tax. As part of the 2018-19 State Budget, the 50% rebate is extended for a further 12 months to 30 June 2019.

An example of how the Government’s current payroll tax incentive rebate for apprentice and trainee wages works is shown below where an employer paid $50,000 in exempt apprentice/trainee wages for a monthly periodic return.

Initial payroll tax periodic liability (on all taxable wages) $10,000.00 Less incentive rebate ($50,000 x 50%) x 4.75% $1,187.50 Payroll tax periodic liability $8,812.50

The rebate reduces the employer’s monthly periodic liability by $1,187.50.

The number of businesses within selected total Australian wage bands, by number and as a proportion of all Queensland employing businesses is detailed in the table below.

The figures are based on payroll tax annual returns for the 2013-141 and 2016-172 financial years.

Number of business groups within selected total of Australian wage bands, by number and as a proportion of all QLD employing businesses 2013-14 2016-17 % of all QLD % of all QLD Australian No. of employing No. of employing wages band taxpayers businesses taxpayers businesses $1.1M to $1.2M 823 0.5 821 0.5 $1.2M to $1.3M 795 0.5 739 0.4 $1.3M to $1.4M 671 0.4 688 0.4 $1.4M to $1.5M 636 0.4 637 0.4 $1.5M to $1.6M 566 0.4 567 0.3 $5.5M to $6.0M 392 0.2 336 0.2 $6.0M to $6.5M 336 0.2 291 0.2 $6.5M to $7.0M 278 0.2 230 0.1 $7.0M to $7.5M 250 0.2 240 0.1 $7.5M to $8.0M 232 0.1 216 0.1 Total 4,979 3.1 4,765 2.8

I note that the previous LNP Government did not meet its commitment to raise the payroll tax threshold, deferring it for two years in the 2013-14 Budget.

1 Figures as reported in the response to Question on Notice No. 2, Estimates Hearing 2015. 2 Figures based on data current as at July 2018. Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 14

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 1 of Budget Paper 2. How is the Government supporting the creation of new jobs and what is the Government doing to attract new industries and business to Queensland and diversify the Queensland economy?

ANSWER: The Palaszczuk Government has a clear economic plan to drive economic growth, create more jobs and improve prosperity. A crucial element of this plan is to drive and facilitate private sector investment. The Government’s $45.8 billion capital works program over the next four years to 2021-22 will directly generate significant employment during the construction phase. More importantly, it will drive future jobs, encourage private sector investment, and improve the productivity and competitiveness of Queensland businesses and industries. The 2018-19 State Budget includes a number of key initiatives aimed at supporting existing industries and businesses, as well as attracting the new industries and businesses that will help diversify the Queensland economy and create jobs. Through its flagship Advance Queensland initiative, now totalling $650 million in funding, the Palaszczuk Government is maintaining a strong focus on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship to enable Queensland businesses to be competitive and adapt to the rapid changes in global business environment. Advance Queensland programs are now backing over 3,000 innovators, with the resulting projects estimated to support over 11,000 jobs. The Palaszczuk Government continues to deliver a range of industry attraction and facilitation services to assist businesses to establish or expand their operations in Queensland. In the 2018-19 State Budget, an additional $40 million was provided for the Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund and an extra $20 million for the Jobs and Regional Growth Fund, bringing the total funding for these two programs to $255 million. Through the Advance Queensland Industry Attraction Fund, the Government has attracted significant projects such as the LAND 4000 phase 2 project, Softbank Robotics and Boeing’s Phantom Works project, which will see Queensland becoming home to Boeing’s largest autonomous systems development program outside of the United States. Meanwhile, the Palaszczuk Government’s comprehensive waste management strategy, underpinned by a waste disposal levy, will significantly boost certainty and confidence for investors in job-creating reuse, recycling, bioproducts and waste-to-energy industries. A range of initiatives in the 2018-19 State Budget will also directly support the growth of key Queensland export sectors, including an additional $94.6 million to support growth of the tourism sector under the Growing Tourism Jobs initiative. In addition, the 2018-19 State Budget includes a range of broad cross-industry initiatives which are focused on reducing the costs of doing business in Queensland. These include: − the $26 million extension of the higher 50 per cent payroll tax rebate for businesses hiring apprentices and trainees; − additional funding of $20.5 million for the successful Back to Work program, giving Queensland employers the confidence to hire eligible jobseekers; and − increased funding of $3.9 million to continue to deliver the eco-Biz program that helps small to medium sized businesses identify and achieve financial savings and eco-efficiency across energy, water and waste. To maximise these increased employment opportunities, the Palaszczuk Government is also continuing to make a significant investment in skills and training. The Government’s flagship $420 million Skilling Queenslanders for Work program is estimated to support around 10,000 employment, training and skills placements each year.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 15

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 70 of Budget Paper 2, grants expenses, can the Treasurer detail how many First Home Owner Grants are projected to be paid out in the four years from the 2018-19 financial year, how much this will cost for each year, and how many Grants were projected to be paid out in the same years if the Grant had remained at $20,000 for each of those years (and resulting cost for each year)?

ANSWER:

The $15,000 grant going forward remains a significant amount of assistance to first home buyers and the construction industry, and is significantly higher than the level of assistance offered to first home buyers in NSW and non-regional areas of Victoria, which is set at $10,000.

The $5,000 boost was always intended to be temporary, so projections of grants across the four years from 2018-19 under a scenario where the boost continued over that period are not available.

The projected costs and number of grants expected to be paid out each year are in Table 1. While the grant amount reverted to $15,000 from 1 July 2018, a proportion of payments in years following 2017-18 are expected to be for the $20,000 boosted grant, due to lags between contract dates, grant applications and payments.

Table 1 – Queensland First Home Owner Grant (QFHOG) projections 2018-19 2019-20 2020-21 2021-22 QFHOG payments ($ million) 140 110 113 115 Number of grants paid 7,903 7,167 7,446 7,693

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 16

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 2 of the SDS. How is the Queensland Government supporting initiatives to close the gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government is committed to working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to ensure better outcomes and close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage. This includes working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders at the national and local level to look at potential new priority areas and targets for the Federal Government’s Closing the Gap refresh. Meaningful priority areas and targets for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders can only be developed in partnership with our First Nations peoples. In addition, the 2018-19 Budget allocated over $11 million in new funding to the Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships to support improved outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders, including:  $4 million to build Cape York Splash Parks in Pormpuraaw, Napranum and Mapoon to provide positive health and wellbeing opportunities;  $2.7 million over four years and $416,000 per annum ongoing to establish the Kowanyama Men's Shed and Women's Meeting Place. This will provide safe, designated spaces for community skill-building, recreational and health and wellbeing activities; and  $1 million over three years to engage with the community on how traditional Torres Strait Islander child rearing practices can be recognised in law. More broadly across government, the 2018-19 Budget included:  extending the Back to Work Regional Program which has seen an investment of $369 million since 2016 supporting 1,341 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander jobseekers into employment;  $10.9 million in 2018-19 for Early Years Places that provide important early childhood education and care, family support and child and maternal health services;  expanding the Deadly Choices Program by providing $16 million over two years, empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders to take greater control of their health and prevent chronic disease;  $239 million to improve housing outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders;  $20 million over three years to construct seawalls and other coastal mitigation works on five outer Torres Strait Islands, pending Australian Government matched funding; and  additional funding of up to $12 million over two years to upgrade Torres Shire Council’s drinking water treatment infrastructure including water filtration and other related infrastructure on Thursday Island and Horn Island. Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 17

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 2 of the SDS. How is the Government supporting improved service delivery in remote and discrete Indigenous communities?

ANSWER:

In December 2016 at the direction of the Palaszczuk Government, the Queensland Productivity Commission (QPC) commenced an inquiry into the effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery in Queensland’s remote and discrete communities. On 22 June 2018, the QPC published its Final Report. The report includes examples of good service delivery that can be built upon and replicated in other communities, and highlights opportunities to improve how services are designed, funded and delivered in remote and discrete locations. The Queensland Government response to the QPC was released on 22 June, 2018. The government’s response signifies a new, long-term commitment to partnering and empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities with the authority and decision-making they need to derive better outcomes from local service delivery. This will be achieved through structural reform, service delivery reform and economic and community development, to be co-designed with communities to put them at the centre of service delivery. Additionally, the Queensland Government, and its partners the Commonwealth Government and Cape York Institute, are currently reviewing the Welfare Reform program and the Family Responsibilities Commission. After 10 years, it is timely to review if the program is meeting community needs. Community engagement was undertaken by the partners in all Welfare Reform communities in March to May 2018. The Queensland Government will consider the future of the program taking into consideration the results of community engagement, and the context of the Queensland Government’s response to the QPC Final Report. The need for services to work together in an integrated way to better address domestic and family violence was a key theme highlighted in the Government’s Not Now, Not Ever Report. The Domestic and Family Violence Integrated Service Response is focused on reforming the existing frontline service system to ensure that victims do not fall through service gaps, by implementing models that reflect the specific needs of people living in remote and regional parts of Queensland.

Housing is also a critical issue for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders. The National Partnership on Remote Housing and previous National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Housing delivered $1.126 billion in Commonwealth funding to Queensland over the last ten years. In the same period, Queensland contributed over $627 million in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. This funding was critical to respond to overcrowding, improve housing standards, and support employment and education outcomes in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Unfortunately, the Commonwealth has walked away from a 50-year tradition of funding remote housing. The Palaszczuk Government will continue to lobby the Federal Government about meeting their responsibilities in remote communities.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 18

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 15 of the SDS and reference to the establishment of the Crime Statistics and Research Unit, can the Treasurer outline the budget and separate FTE allocation for this unit for 2018/19, 2019/20, 2020/21 and 2021/22 (reported separately by year)?

ANSWER:

Funding of $6.5 million over three years to 2019-20 was provided to establish the Crime Statistics and Research Unit with 17 additional full-time equivalent positions, bringing the total team to 22.

Implementation is well advanced and has included developing systems to capture, collate and accurately represent data from multiple agencies and establishing a Crime Research Reference Committee to develop a research agenda.

Necessary consultation across criminal justice agencies to manage data collection and consistency, and agreement on presentation of products for publication has resulted in delays in the release of the first outputs.

Statistical products focused on Queensland’s criminal justice sector are being prepared for release.

Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 19

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

I refer to page 2 of the SDS. How is the Queensland Government supporting employment and business opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government has a clear plan to drive economic growth, create more jobs and improve prosperity. A crucial element of this plan is to drive employment and business opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Currently, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders are significantly less likely to be employed, than non-Indigenous Queenslanders. The Palaszczuk Government understands that a new approach is required to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are better able to participate in the Queensland economy. In 2016, the Queensland Government released Moving Ahead — A strategic approach to increasing the participation of Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people in Queensland’s economy. Actions focus on youth and planning for their future success, building a more skilled and diverse workforce, building partnerships with industry, increasing entrepreneurship and business growth, and overcoming barriers to participation. As at 30 June 2018, 1,551 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people had been placed in jobs through its key employment placement initiatives:  the Remote Indigenous Land and Infrastructure Program Office placed 563 people into jobs in Queensland’s capital works program within the discrete Indigenous local government communities and the Cape.  the Youth Employment Program (YEP), which has a particular focus on young people finishing school, placed 988 candidates, of whom at least 12.5 per cent were recent high school graduates, or Year 13s, and approximately 60 per cent were under 25. Job and business development success to date has been underpinned by strategic partnerships with key sectors and industries throughout Queensland. The Palaszczuk Government, through the Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships (DATSIP), currently has 14 Memoranda of Understanding with partners across Queensland in a range of sectors including agriculture, health, resources, construction and tourism, and include peak industry bodies. The Queensland Government Building and Construction Training Policy ensures that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander projects commit to securing employment opportunities, skills development and business supply for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

In 2017-18, 137 completed infrastructure projects outside of discrete Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and Cape York provided employment opportunities for 605 workers (including apprentices and trainees); helped 56 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people undertake accredited training; and resulted in approximately $6 million in business supply opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses. The Palaszczuk Government is creating a sustainable, growing and diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business sector, that is engaged fully in procurement supply chains, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment. Our Enterprise Queensland Indigenous Program (EQuIP) supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander enterprises to supply to the Queensland Government and the private sector. At least 250 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses and organisations across Queensland, including in Aurukun, Palm Island, have received assistance since June 2016. The growth and development of a diverse and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business sector is further supported by the Queensland Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Procurement Policy, which supports Queensland Government agencies to procure goods and services from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses. As of 31 March 2018, $216 million has been procured from 334 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses. This is compared to $177 million and 282 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in 2015-16. Estimates Question on Notice Asked on Monday, 2 July 2018 No. 20

ECONOMICS AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE ASKED DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD)—

QUESTION:

With reference to page 10 of the SDS, and in relation to departmental expenses, will the Minister provide a list of the items that were underfunded/not funded in the Economic Participation category of expenses for the Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, and what expense items are being cut between 2017- 18 to 2018-19 in the Economic Participation category of expenses?

ANSWER:

The Palaszczuk Government is committed to improving economic participation outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, benefiting business owners, families, communities, and the State’s economy. My department works in partnership with agencies across government to leverage employment and business opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Government knows that successful Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses are more likely to employ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people when compared with non-Indigenous businesses.

In 2017, the Government launched the Queensland Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Procurement Policy (QIPP) to increase government procurement from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned businesses to 3 per cent of addressable spend by 2022.

In the first three quarters of 2017-18, the Government secured 334 Queensland Indigenous businesses with $216 million worth of Government procurement.

The Government’s Youth Employment Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Year 12 graduates who are looking for work, training or education options. In 2017-18, the program placed 988 candidates, of whom at least 12.5 per cent were recent high school graduates, or Year 13s, and approximately 60 per cent were under 25.

We have allocated $9.6 million for a young women’s facility in Townsville to assist young women from remote communities to take up employment, education and training opportunities.

A small number of programs will reach conclusion in 2018-19, and will be subject to an independent review of their success to inform future strategic direction. These programs include:  Strategic Industry Partnerships  Enterprise Queensland Indigenous Program (EQuIP)  Economic Participation Partnerships Projects.

This assessment will occur in the context of the findings of the Queensland Productivity Commission Inquiry Final Report into service delivery in remote and discrete Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Questions on notice and responses

Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs

Question on Notice

No. 1

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to SDS page 3 dealing with Review of Grants, will the Minister provide the Committee with the report and recommendations of the Review of the Grants to Local Government: Current and Future State Assessments?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The review of State Government grants to Local Government was part of the 2016 State Infrastructure Plan.

The review examined the life cycle of grant programs and identified the associated administration costs for grant recipients. With more than 70 different programs and more than 1,000 separate grants to Local Government, the review identifies the opportunity to improve infrastructure grants programs to Local Government, to reduce overlap and duplication, and improve alignment with State infrastructure priorities.

The Palaszczuk Government recognises the importance of working closely with all Queensland Local Governments and has committed to ‘work with stakeholders to respond to and implement recommendations from the Review of Grants to Local Government: Current and Future State Assessments’.

The work with stakeholders continues. The report and recommendations will be made available on completion of this phase.

The Budget has funding of $3.2 million over four years to undertake implementation planning to improve and simplify the administration of grants to Local Government. Question on Notice

No. 2

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 51 of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries SDS, will the Minister please advise how the Greyhound Adoption Program is helping to provide a future for retired racing animals, and how many animals are involved?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

As at 30 June 2018, for the 2017-18 financial year there were 223 greyhounds adopted through the Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP).

Pre-screening for potential GAP participants means greyhounds now receive a completed veterinary examination, to identify any physical or behavioural issues that may preclude greyhounds’ admittance to the program. This is part of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission’s (the Commission) aim in educating owners about the benefits of socialisation and care of greyhounds for the best possible chance of successful rehoming.

In addition to process improvements, the Commission has: • produced education material, including a new owner’s guide for adopted GAP greyhounds • produced educational material for owners and trainers regarding preparing their dogs for retirement • participated in the GAP National Adoption Day on 29 April 2018 and as a result, successfully adopted out 17 greyhounds on the day • installed a veterinary surgery facility at Churchable to provide the ability to complete routine examinations, treatments and surgical procedures onsite • attended various locations, including greyhound race clubs around South East Queensland, to promote GAP as a suitable rehoming option and build better relationships with the greyhound racing industry.

The above activities and resources have been designed as part of a structured programme to give retired racing greyhounds the best chance to assimilate into the mainstream community and ensure their welfare long after they leave the industry.

Question on Notice

No. 3

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to the Service Areas, Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs (SDS page 1), can the Minister provide for each project/initiative funded in each service area and reported separately by program a) the description of each project/initiative, the name of the recipient, level of funding in 17/18 b) advise of any project/initiative carry overs of allocated funding to the 18/19 financial year; and c) how many applications to each program funding area were rejected and the reason for rejection?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

Local Government Service Area

(a) The Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs administers three recurrent allocation-based funding programs that provide funding assistance to Indigenous Local Governments:

• State Government Financial Aid – $34.007 million to 16 Indigenous Councils in 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1) • Revenue Replacement Program – $3.525 million to 9 Indigenous Councils in 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1) • Indigenous Economic Development Grant – $1.44 million to 15 Indigenous Councils in 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1).

The 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program is a one-off Federal Government funded program provided to the State to support 16 Indigenous Councils with measures to improve capacity, capability and sustainability as a replacement of the Municipal and Essential Services Program. Each Indigenous Council received a $509,536 allocation. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1).

The Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program provides $120 million over four years (2016-17 to 2019-20) for works across three asset classes: water; wastewater; and solid waste to 16 Indigenous Councils. A total of $60,050,582.28 was committed during 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1).

The Show Societies Grants Program provides funding to organisations, including the Queensland Chamber of Agricultural Societies Inc. and 129 Show Societies to conduct annual agricultural shows. A total of $2 million was provided during 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1).

The 2017-19 Works for Queensland program is an allocation based funding program that supports 65 Local Governments outside South-East Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects. A total of $200 million was allocated to Councils during 2017-18. Details of recipients are attached (Attachment 1).

The 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program is an application-based funding program that funds Local Governments to deliver key community priority capital infrastructure projects. A total of $61,499,079.41 was committed to 73 Councils during 2017-18. Details of funding recipients are at Attachment 1.

Additional projects (details of recipients are at Attachment 1) allocated funding during 2017-18 were:

Project Funding amount Ayr Nature-based Playground $1,500,000 Beautiful Bowen $5,000,000 Mount Archer Master Plan $400,000 Toowoomba Quarry Gardens Preliminary Evaluation $250,000 Whitsunday Coast Terminal Expansion $15,000,000

(b) Deferrals from 2017-18 to 2018-19 are:

• Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program – $1.685 million. Details of carry overs are attached (Attachment 2) • Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program – Due to program commencement in 2017-18, $30 million originally allocated to 2016-17 was re-profiled, increasing the 2017- 18 and 2018-19 allocations by $10 million and $20 million respectively • Terminal Expansion - $10.5 million. Details of carry overs are attached (Attachment 2).

(c) The 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program is the only application-based funding program for the Local Government Service Area for 2017-18. The program was heavily oversubscribed, with 286 applications for projects worth $191,194,914.56 from 74 Councils. Not all projects were able to be funded.

Of the 194 unsuccessful applications, 19 did not contain the minimum amount of information required for an assessment, 7 were ineligible projects under the program guidelines, for 48 applications greater outcomes were considered deliverable by other projects, 119 projects were of a lower order priority compared to other priority capital infrastructure needs, and 1 project qualified for funding under another funding program.

Racing Service Area

(a) The Country Racing Program expands the former Country Racing Support Program (CRSP), to provide $70.4 million for non-UBET thoroughbred racing over four years commencing in 2017-18. The funding comprises:

• $15 million per year to support prize money (including the Queensland Thoroughbred Incentive Scheme), clubs, jockey riding fees, superannuation and WorkCover expenses and club meeting payments to support Country Racing meets • $2.6 million per year for non-UBET racing club infrastructure repairs and maintenance and asset replenishment/replacement as assessed on an as-needs basis by Racing Queensland (RQ).

In 2017-18 the funding included $11.6 million in new funding and $6 million already allocated under the former CRSP.

The Racing Infrastructure Fund (RIF) supports race infrastructure projects prioritised by RQ and assessed and endorsed by the Queensland Government. The purpose is to support priority infrastructure projects to deliver growth and sustainability of the Queensland racing industry.

Approved projects are delivered by RQ under grant deeds with the Department. Projects approved to receive funding under the RIF in 2017-18 were:

• Ipswich Turf Club (Bundamba Racecourse) - $13 million • Country and Regional Capital Works Program - $6 million • Eagle Farm Track Remediation Works - $3.7 million • Brisbane Racing Club (Eagle Farm and Doomben) Critical Capital Works - $3.5 million

The Training Track Subsidy Scheme is an annual $2 million program that assists thoroughbred race clubs to off-set the costs of maintaining training facilities. The funding comprises of:

• threshold payments totalling $1.2 million made by the Department directly to eligible race clubs, based on categories determined by RQ. The categories account for the standard of each venue’s training tracks (i.e. number and type) • incentive payments totalling $800,000 made by RQ, based on the actual numbers of starters provided by each venue and scaled by the category of the venue.

In 2017-18, the Department provided the $800,000 incentive component to RQ, and provided $1.2 million in threshold payments to 36 eligible race clubs (Attachment 3).

(b) $8.77 million was carried over to 2018-19 from the Racing Infrastructure Fund due to claims for approved funding and lodgement of new proposals by RQ being received later than anticipated. (c) No applications were rejected.

Multicultural Affairs Service Area a) In 2017-18, the following was approved for programs and projects:

• Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program - $1 million for more than 130 multicultural events and projects (Attachment 4) • Community Action for a Multicultural Society (CAMS) program - $2.25 million allocated for 19 community-based organisations (Attachment 5) • Other initiatives (Attachment 6) b) Carry overs of allocated funding to 2018-19:

• $450,000 for the Refugee and Asylum Seeker support initiative • $20,000 for Welcoming Cities project. c) The Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program was the only application-based funding initiative in 2017–18 with funding allocated through a competitive merit based process where applications were not all approved.

Under the 2017–18 Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program:

• 126 applications were received under the multicultural projects funding round. Of these, 106 applications were unsuccessful. • 123 applications were received for the multicultural events funding round. Of these, 62 applications were unsuccessful. In addition, 53 long-standing and well-established events were approved for multi-year funding from 2015–16. Projects approved in 2017/18 NOTES: Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program, Indigenous Economic Development Grant, Revenue Replacement Program, State Government Financial Aid and Works for Queensland are allocation based Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program is a Commonwealth funded program.

Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Aurukun Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,283,210.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,721,005.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,917,062.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,733,013.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,810,365.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,352,914.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $556,715.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Mornington Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,283,211.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,236,888.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $4,353,310.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $3,037,348.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,436,940.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Torres Strait Island Regional Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $6,757,890.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,782,359.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $1,186,212.00 provision of local government services.

These recurrent grants are provided as a financial contribution (in lieu of rates) to meet 2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council State Government Financial Aid 2017/18 the costs incurred by Indigenous councils in the $2,558,558.00 provision of local government services.

2017/18 State Government Financial Aid Total $34,007,000.00 The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Aurukun Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $667,700.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $764,700.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $98,900.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Mornington Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $741,000.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $29,800.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $150,200.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $477,000.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Torres Strait Island Regional Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $546,200.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. The Revenue Replacement Program (RRP) is part of the state government's agreed harm 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Revenue Replacement Program 2017/18 reduction strategy, for those Indigenous Councils $49,500.00 divesting or surrendering profitable general liquor licences. 2017/18 Revenue Replacement Program Total $3,525,000.00 The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Aurukun Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Mornington Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council $160,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council $160,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council $80,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. The objectives of the Grant are to enable Indigenous Councils to deliver municipal services 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Indigenous Economic Development Grant efficiently and sustainability and to minimise the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council $160,000.00 Grant 2017/18 social impact on communities resulting from the potentially large numbers of displaced former CDEP workers. 2017/18 Indigenous Economic Development Grant Total $1,440,000.00 To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Aurukun Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Mornington Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Torres Strait Island Regional Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. To assist affected Indigenous local governments prepare for and mitigate the consequent 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council reduction in revenue with initiatives that support $509,536.00 Sustainability Program Sustainability Program local government service delivery in their communities. 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program Total $8,152,576.00 - Re-design existing solid waste facility - Install permanent signage - Establish clear separation areas - Construct undercover bunded area - Refurbish existing cells - Refurbish existing Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure leachate system - Construct staff shelter (in Aurukun Shire Council Aurukun solid waste facility refurbishment $1,812,500.00 Program association with undercover bunded area) - Construct water tank adjacent to staff shelter - Construct fencing to restrict public access - Rehabilitation of waste in the surrounding areas of the waste facility - Relocate the gas chlorine and the soda ash dosing systems into the existing decommissioned Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Chemical dosing systems relocation and SCADA fluoride building. - Undertake works to comply Aurukun Shire Council $575,000.00 Program upgrades with Australian Standards - Undertake Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) upgrades to the Water treatment system. - SCADA upgrades to the wastewater treatment system. - New structure/shelter at Sewage Pump Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure station 3. - New macerator to zero manhole prior Aurukun Shire Council Sewerage pump station and SCADA upgrades $495,500.00 Program to SPS 3. - New generator at Sewage Pump Station 3. - Installation of solar powered aeration paddles in primary lagoons.

- Re-design existing solid waste facility - Install permanent signage - Establish clear separation areas - Construct undercover bunded area - Establish cells - Establish leachate system - Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Cherbourg solid waste facility re-design / Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council Construct staff shelter (in conjunction with the $1,207,500.00 Program rehabilitation undercover bunded area) - Establish water connection to site - Construct fencing to restrict public access - Rehabilitate waste located throughout adjacent areas - Replace rising main from intake to Water Treatment Plant (roughly 800 metres) - Upgrade chemical storage facility to meet Australian Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Cherbourg rising main, SCADA, chemical storage Standards - Reticulation network - install water Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council $1,553,438.00 Program and water meter works meters to the community - Major upgrade of water treatment plant building and structure - Install SCADA at the water treatment plant

- Investigate the water treatment plant backwash pumps in relation to sizing, perform works as required. - Undertake a structural and risk assessment of the aeration tower assessing the structural integrity of the old, new and proposed walkways on the tower. - Water Treatment Plant process assessment/review including: water quality, backwash pumps, etc. - Undertake a structural and risk assessment of reservoir 1 including the inner walls, inner roof, Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure etc and undertake upgrade works in relation to Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council Water treatment and system upgrades $775,000.00 Program the assessment; and replace the internal ladder in compliance with AS 1657-2013. - Undertake upgrades to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition system and monitoring equipment including turbidity, pH and Cl2 monitoring equipment. - Upgrade chemical dosing equipment including: vacuum unloader, duty standby pumps and chemical injection points. - Upgrade gas chlorination equipment included in the filtration system; new automated system and storage structure.

- Upgrade four sewerage pump station wells including installation of lids, safety grates, Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council Sewerage pump stations and lagoon desludging corroded valves and fittings, mono rails and $550,000.00 Program trollies. - Desludging of the lagoons (following investigations into extent and requirements). Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved - installation of generators at the water Hope Vale back-up generator installations, treatment plant and bores for emergencies and Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council SCADA upgrades and water mains loop power outages - upgrade the SCADA system - $749,750.00 Program installation install mains loop from Elim Road to service road behind water treatment plant

- installation of paddle stirrer for aeration to the lagoon - undertake SCADA upgrades to the Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Hope Vale wastewater SCADA upgrades, paddle Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council wastewater treatment system - install a new $280,000.00 Program stirrer and macerator installations macerator at Elim Beach Road sewerage pump station - re-design the existing solid waste facility, Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure including: - signage - fencing - separation areas - Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council Hope Vale re-design of existing solid waste facility $1,137,500.00 Program undercover bunded area - rehabilitation of the surrounding area - Repair/replace fencing at bore 1 & 2 - Install generator at bore 2 and install canopies at bore 1 & 2 - Upgrade the existing sodium hyper chloride system - Install an activated alumina system to reduce levels of fluoride - Replace switchboard Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Water supply, treatment and reticulation for bore1 - Install surge protection unit - Install Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council $526,250.00 Program network upgrades and associated works new switchboard at reservoir 2 and integrate into SCADA - Replace AC line feeding the sewage pond shed - Replace white PVC and old fittings along Chellikee Street - Replace switchboard for bore 1.

- Undertake CCTV investigation for storm water infiltration - Install macerators before inlet into SPS 1 & 2 wet wells - Upgrade lining around lagoons - Desludge lagoons 3, 4 & 5 - New Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Wastewater treatment and disposal upgrades Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council irrigation ring main required around the outside $2,074,625.00 Program and associated works of the ponds - New compound fencing required for SPS 1 & 2 - Install steel frame roof over SPS 1 & 2 compound and generator - Desludge lagoons 1 & 2. - Upgrade perimeter fence for security and safety - Undertake scoping study - Undertake design of new solid waste facility - Obtain Native title and Cultural Heritage agreements - Obtain Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Solid waste facility repairs and upgrades and Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council EHP approvals - Implement front end separation $1,006,250.00 Program design and approvals to new solid waste facility area utilising existing buildings - Construct amenities and staff shelter - Trench reticulated water to site for staff shelter amenities, wash down facilities and fire-fighting - Undertake an investigation into the three existing water supply bores regarding the low flow rates and yields - Construct an additional Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Lockhart River construction of an additional fourth bore - Install pump, electricals and fittings Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council $561,375.00 Program fourth bore and associated works for the new bore - Construct a rising main to connect the new bore to the water treatment plant - Repair and clean of borehole 1 and potentially descale the bore

- Undertake a full site clean-up at the lagoons including removal of trees and foliage - Rehabilitate the sludge drying bed including the Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Lockhart River desludging of lagoons, clean-up of Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council removal of overgrown trees - Repair the lagoon $417,500.00 Program lagoon site and macerator installation site gate and complete fencing - Install a new macerator at the sewerage pump station - Desludging of the lagoons

- Install additional bore with a flowrate of 5-10 litres per second to meet projected growth of the community - Install pumps, including pipe works and electrics (associated with additional bore) - Additional rising main to control new bore to water treatment plant (length Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Additional bore, SCADA upgrades and associated Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council dependent on new bore location) - Construct a $2,824,375.00 Program works new 1.2 ML concrete reservoir - Undertake SCADA upgrades to Water treatment systems (new scope) - Replace section between Mumos street and Cullen Point which has been experiencing ongoing leaking (Not mentioned in the report) Investigate potential ground water Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Groundwater contamination investigation contamination of aquifer by sub surface effluent $125,000.00 Program disposal - Install permanent signage - Establish clear separation areas - Construct undercover bunded area - Construct staff shelter (associated with Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Solid waste facility repairs and upgrades undercover bunded area) - Construct water tank $300,000.00 Program adjacent to staff shelter - Upgrade fencing to restrict public access (500m

- Upgrade floating intakes and valves at Solomon and Francis Creek dams - Repair the pillar hydrants - Replace 240V surface aerators at Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Solomon and Francis Creek dams including Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Water security, quality and supply upgrades $1,400,000.00 Program electrical upgrade (replace with solar aerators) - Replace 2 x 600KL reservoirs at Solomon Estate with two 6 mm thick galvanised steel tanks (600KL) Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved - Repair sewer line at Farm Road - Install odour control and investigate switchboard problems at sewerage pump station 1 - Install covers over Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure sewerage pump stations 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Wastewater treatment upgrades $1,211,250.00 Program Inspect all the backup generators - Install SCADA to all sewerage pump stations to monitor pumps and level control - Demolish old wastewater treatment plant

- Supply and install a compactor and a shredder - Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Seal access road and turn around area - Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Solid waste upgrades and rehabilitation $243,750.00 Program Rehabilitate the banks to minimise erosion (using seeding, re-vegetation)

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Clean out the main drinking water storage tank Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Drinking water storage tank clean-out $50,000.00 Program - Investigate treatment options to treat scale build up and aesthetic taste issues - Replace 100mm pressure main from the Water Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Water quality investigation and water main Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council Treatment Plant to the variable speed drive $681,250.00 Program upgrades pump compound with a 300mm pressure main connecting into the reticulation system on Yalu Street. - Renew duty/standby pumps for sewerage pump stations one and two (4 pumps in total) - Install a new irrigation system to irrigate the lagoon embankments - Install electric pumps for Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Wastewater irrigation and pump station Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council the irrigation system - Install chlorine alarm $1,048,291.00 Program upgrades sirens at sewerage pump stations 1 and 2 - Install macerators at sewerage pump station 1 and 2 - Reline wet-wells at sewerage pump station 1 and 2. Moa (St Pauls and Kubin), Boigu, Iama, Masig, Ugar, Mabuiag: - chlorine monitoring at reservoir tank/s - automated chlorine dosing at the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) Badu: - chlorine monitoring either at reservoir or at WTP from Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Chlorine dosing and monitoring equipment: reservoir feed - automated chlorine dosing - raw Torres Strait Island Regional Council $862,500.00 Program multiple islands and clear water turbidity monitoring - automated alum sulphate dosing - raw and clear water pH monitoring - automated soda ash dosing Hammond, Warraber, Poruma: - HMI panels for previously installed chlorine monitoring equipment.

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Saibai wastewater treatment plant Redesign and construct a new sewerage Torres Strait Island Regional Council $3,750,000.00 Program upgrade/renewal treatment plant - Undertake mechanical and safety upgrades Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Saibai covered lagoon fencing and pump lifting (lifting mechanism) for the booster pump station Torres Strait Island Regional Council $625,000.00 Program mechanism upgrades - Repair the fencing around the covered storage lagoon - Supply and implement asset modelling software to assist in the generation of asset planning material. - Simplify understanding of asset life cycle costs and optimise service level outcomes and capital and maintenance expenditures. - Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Supply and implement asset management Ability to manipulate asset data reporting across Torres Strait Island Regional Council $53,228.28 Program software different scenarios, condition budget, service level, or fixed or increased funding. This will allow for accurate, timely data generation ‘snapshots’, informing the Council’s decision- making and generating economic benefit for the Council and the community. - water treatment plant renewals including blowers/aeration, pipework, instrumentation, valves and actuators - upgrade the backwash pumps - upgrade the raw water tank, treated water tank and actuators - install new chemical Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Erub water treatment and water infrastructure dosing equipment to include duty/standby Torres Strait Island Regional Council $781,250.00 Program works arrangement - install a chemical storage building - construct a shelter over the treated water pump station and pipework - install a shelter over the raw water transfer station - replace and relocate water treatment plant switchboard

- Investigate/flush galleries at well 3 - Replace Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Torres Strait Island Regional Council Hamond Island water mains and gallery upgrades old galvanised water reticulation mains (2.7km) $2,800,000.00 Program

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Ugar Island permanent desalination plant - Install a permanent desalination plant including Torres Strait Island Regional Council $625,000.00 Program installation the slab and structures - Refurbish control valves, electrics, SCADA and instrumentation for well 1 - Install fencing and Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Badu Island water treatment plant upgrades, investigate fencing around the main catchment - Torres Strait Island Regional Council $1,206,250.00 Program asset renewals at well 1 and fencing installations Water treatment plant upgrades including: aeration unit, filtration unit and pump stations

- Renew the assets (x3) at the sewerage pump Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Badu Island sewerage pump station asset Torres Strait Island Regional Council station - Desludge the wastewater treatment $1,000,000.00 Program renewals and lagoon desludging lagoons

● Undertake water repairs /renewals to the Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Kubin Water repairs/ renewals and health Torres Strait Island Regional Council water treatment plant, weir, well/s, reservoir ● $1,562,500.00 Program capacity building Health capacity building

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Recondition wells 1 and 2. Potential for a new Torres Strait Island Regional Council Masig Island Well reconditioning works $225,000.00 Program well Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved - Replace the wastewater treatment plant or Mer Island wastewater treatment plant Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure undertake temporary refurbishments - CCTV Torres Strait Island Regional Council upgrades, CCTV inspection and sewerage pump $1,918,750.00 Program inspection of sewerage mains - Sewerage pump station fencing repairs station fencing repairs - SCADA upgrades to Masig, Warraber, Poruma Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure SCADA Upgrades to multiple sewerage treatment Torres Strait Island Regional Council and Mabuiag sewerage treatment plants and $400,000.00 Program plants and multiple sewerage pump stations. sewerage pump stations - Water renewals and repairs to the following Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure St Pauls water infrastructure renewals/ repairs infrastructure: water treatment plant, weir, well Torres Strait Island Regional Council $1,475,000.00 Program and lagoon fencing renewals and reservoir. - Lagoon fence renewal

• Metal waste Clean-up of solid waste facilities - Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure All islands metal waste clean-up of solid waste Cars, plant and white goods - Clean-up of oils, Torres Strait Island Regional Council $3,750,000.00 Program facilities refrigerants, fuels, batteries, gas

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Replace faulty air compressor - Reservoir Torres Strait Island Regional Council Badu Island reservoir repairs $275,000.00 Program Repairs - Lagoon cover replacement - Clean and apply corrosion protection to lamella clarifier - New Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Boigu Island Lamella clarifier repairs, lagoon Torres Strait Island Regional Council raw water intake structure - Remove portable $1,246,875.00 Program cover replacement and associated works access ladder - Investigate pre-treatment options to reduce turbidity of the raw water

- Undertake sodium hypochlorite dosing at lagoon pump station wells 1 and 2 - Install Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Dauan Island chemical dosing, well upgrades and perimeter fencing - Upgrade wells 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 - Torres Strait Island Regional Council $3,625,000.00 Program reservoir repairs Repair reservoirs (x3) - Replace building over well 4 - Implement geospatial asset management tool

- Flow pit lid adjustment & replace flow meter - Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Erub Island filter feed pipe clean out, flow meter Remove accumulated sludge from the filter feed Torres Strait Island Regional Council $63,125.00 Program replacements and associated works pipes (Needs to be added into the Erub water project) - Undertake design, contract management and Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Erub Island separable portion of sewerage PM works on a defined separable portion of Torres Strait Island Regional Council $1,187,500.00 Program treatment plant upgrade construction works for the sewerage treatment plant. - Replace a portion or rising main between WTP Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Iama Island rising main replacement and Torres Strait Island Regional Council and reservoir (leak detection required) - $2,437,500.00 Program reservoir repairs Undertake concrete reservoir repairs Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Iama Island sewerage pump station asset - Sewage pump station asset renewal (x2) Torres Strait Island Regional Council $750,000.00 Program renewals Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Undertake Lagoon fencing renewal Torres Strait Island Regional Council Kubin lagoon fencing renewal $250,000.00 Program Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Desludge wastewater treatment lagoons Torres Strait Island Regional Council Kubin wastewater treatment lagoon desludging $187,500.00 Program - Repair main break tank & reservoir - Water Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Mabuiag Island main break tank and reservoir Torres Strait Island Regional Council production & storage capacity study (investigate $275,000.00 Program repairs well)

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Mabuiag Island sewerage treatment plant and - Replace the STP fencing and associated lagoon Torres Strait Island Regional Council $437,500.00 Program lagoon fencing fencing - Install Intelligent chemical dosing (Needs to be Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Masig Island chemical dosing and lagoon cover added into the Multiple Chlorine dosing and Torres Strait Island Regional Council $900,000.00 Program replacement monitoring project) - Lagoon cover replacement

- Replace Lagoon fencing - Implementation of Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Mer Island lagoon cover and fencing Torres Strait Island Regional Council geospatial asset management tool - Replace $1,395,000.00 Program replacements lagoon cover & inspect lining Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Repair pump at Water Treatment Plant - Torres Strait Island Regional Council Poruma Island pump and pipe upgrades $136,250.00 Program Replace raw water pump pipework Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure St Pauls desludging of the wastewater treatment - Desludge wastewater treatment Lagoons Torres Strait Island Regional Council $187,500.00 Program ponds - Reservoir renewal to a concrete tank - Lagoon Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Torres Strait Island Regional Council Warraber Island reservoir and lagoon upgrades upgrades include liner and cover repairs. $1,562,500.00 Program

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure - Replace ballast and burnt lamps for the UV Torres Strait Island Regional Council Warraber Island UV disinfection repairs $187,500.00 Program disinfection - Replace approximately 500 metres of 100mm A/C water main from Stanley Street to Workshop Road - Replace approximately 400 metres of 100mm A/C water main in Gribble street - Replace approximately 1300 metres of 100mm Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure A/C water main on Backbeach Road from water Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Water mains and system upgrades $893,750.00 Program treatment plant to the council office - Implement pest control measures for distribution boards at pump stations (vermin proof, dustproof to IP standard) - Upgrade SCADA and replace chemical dosing equipment (pH correction) at water treatment plant

- Undertake comprehensive assessment of existing treatment system. Determine capacity for future expansion. - Undertake comprehensive assessment of existing reticulation system including pump stations to determine network capacity for future expansion - Install screening Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure manhole to sewerage pump station 5 - Replace Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Sewerage pump stations and network upgrades $1,412,500.00 Program electrical switchboard at sewerage pump station 3 - Rehabilitate wet well walls at sewerage pump station 1 - Replace the gantry systems at all sewerage pump stations with a more effective operating device/system and upgrade rails - Undertake sewerage pump station pump upgrades

Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program Total $60,050,582.28 Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Allora Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,460.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Alpha Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,213.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Atherton Tableland Agricultural Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $16,368.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Ayr Pastoral Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,452.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Baralaba Agricultural & Pastoral Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,108.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,374.00 Horticultural Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Barcoo Pastoral Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,094.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Beaudesert Show Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $29,613.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Beenleigh Show Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $23,665.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Bell Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,829.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Biggenden & District Agricultural & Pastoral 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,833.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Blackbutt Agricultural Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,305.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Boonah Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $14,443.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Bowen Pastoral Agricultural Association Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $12,784.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Brookfield Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $14,131.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Bundaberg Agricultural Pastoral & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $20,738.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Caboolture & District Pastoral, Agricultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $20,234.00 Industrial Association Ltd. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Callide Valley Agricultural & Pastoral Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $14,056.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Canungra & District Agricultural, Horticultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,072.00 & Industrial Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Capella & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,012.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Charleville & South West Qld Show Society 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $9,722.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Chinchilla Agricultural & Pastoral Association 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $12,497.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Clermont Rodeo & Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,939.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Clifton Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,645.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Cloncurry & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $12,904.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Comet Sporting and Agricultural Show 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,876.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Cooktown Regional Agricultural and 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,000.00 Recreational Show Society Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Cooyar Agricultural Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,235.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Crows Nest Agricultural, Horticultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,916.00 Industrial Society Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Cunnamulla & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,553.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Dalby & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,761.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Dayboro Agricultural, Horticultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $9,728.00 Industrial Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Dirranbandi Pastoral & Agricultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,324.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Eidsvold Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,675.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Emerald Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $23,215.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Esk Pastoral, Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,860.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Eumundi Parks Recreation & Showgrounds 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,706.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Fraser Coast Agriculture Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $36,914.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Gatton Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $15,294.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Gayndah Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $9,414.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Gin Gin Agricultural, Pastoral & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,895.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Giru Agricultural, Horticultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,787.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Gold Coast Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $69,844.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Goombungee-Haden Agricultural, 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,629.00 Horticultural & Pastoral Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Goomeri & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,706.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Goondiwindi Pastoral & Agricultural Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $13,302.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Gympie District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $42,714.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Herbert River Pastoral & Agricultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $21,372.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Hughenden Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,130.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Inglewood Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,672.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Innisfail & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,296.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Ipswich Show Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $26,471.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Isis District Pastoral, Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,000.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Isisford Sheep & Wool Show Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,523.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Jandowae & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,537.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Kalbar & District Agricultural & Pastoral, 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,548.00 Sport & Recreation Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Kenilworth Hall, Show & Recreation Ground 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,367.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Kilcoy Pastoral, Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,655.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Kilkivan Show & Campdraft Association Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,137.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Killarney Show & Rodeo Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,086.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Laidley Agricultural & Industrial Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,860.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Landsborough Flock Ewe Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,841.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Longreach Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,197.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Lowood Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,334.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Mackay & District Agricultural, Pastoral & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $58,120.00 Industrial Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Malanda Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $16,805.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Maleny Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,262.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Marburg & District Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,592.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mareeba District Rodeo Association Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $29,952.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Marlborough Agricultural Show Association 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,487.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mary Valley Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,784.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Miles & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,537.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Millmerran Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,595.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mitchell Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,268.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Monto & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,194.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mossman & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,738.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mount Isa Agricultural Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,171.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mount Larcom & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $18,598.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mount Morgan Show Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,460.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Mt Gravatt Agricultural, Horticultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $14,709.00 Industrial Society Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mt Perry Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,861.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mudgeeraba Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $20,300.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Mundubbera Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,395.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Murgon Pastoral, Agricultural & Horticultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,721.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Nanango Agricultural Pastoral & Mining 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,285.00 Society Inc Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Noosa Agricultural, Horticultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $13,355.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Oakey Agricultural, Pastoral & Rodeo Society 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,683.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Pioneer Valley Agricultural Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $32,509.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Pittsworth Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,605.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Proserpine Agricultural, Pastoral & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $9,798.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Proston Pastoral, Agricultural & Horticultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,753.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Quilpie & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,339.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Redcliffe Agricultural, Horticultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $29,726.00 Industrial Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Ridgelands & District Sporting & Agricultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,792.00 Show Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Rockhampton Agricultural and Citizens Show 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $51,473.00 Society Inc Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Rocklea Agricultural & Industrial Association 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,346.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Roma Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $11,217.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Rosewood Agricultural & Horticultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,961.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Royal Agricultural Society of Qld Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $59,576.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Samford & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $18,834.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Sarina Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,524.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial South Burnett National Show Society 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $10,871.00 (Kingaroy) Inc Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Springsure Pastoral & Agricultural Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,420.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial St George Pastoral & Agricultural Association 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,415.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Stanthorpe Agricultural Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $15,680.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $37,190.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Tambo Stock Show Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,364.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Tamborine Mountain Agricultural, 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,660.00 Horticultural & Industrial Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Tara Pastoral, Agricultural & Horticultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,737.00 Show Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Taroom Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,024.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Texas Show Society Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $8,018.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial The Cairns Agricultural, Pastoral & Mining 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $85,424.00 Association Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant The Caves Progress & Agricultural Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,109.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant The Gladstone Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $14,348.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial The Pine Rivers Agricultural, Horticultural & 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $31,827.00 Industrial Association Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial The Queensland Chamber of Agricultural 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,839.00 Societies Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial The Royal National Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $150,000.00 Association of Queensland Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. 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Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Townsville Pastoral, Agricultural & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $75,842.00 Association Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Tully & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,189.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Wallumbilla Agricultural & Pastoral 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,145.00 Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Wandoan Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,251.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Warwick Show & Rodeo Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $16,019.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Winton Pastoral & Agricultural Show Society 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $5,655.00 Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Wondai Agricultural, Pastoral & Industrial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $7,598.00 Society Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial Woodford Agricultural and Pastoral and 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,598.00 Industrial Association Inc. Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Wowan Agricultural Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $6,324.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved In recognition of the significant cultural, social and economic contribution annual agricultural shows make to local communities, the Queensland Government provides financial 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Yeppoon & District Show Society Inc. Show Societies Grant 2017/18 support to the Queensland Chamber of $19,397.00 Agricultural Societies Inc and organisations throughout Queensland to conduct annual agricultural shows and to maintain existing showground facilities. 2017/18 Show Societies Grant Total $2,000,000.00 The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Aurukun Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,310,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

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The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Croydon Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,030,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Diamantina Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,020,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,440,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Douglas Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,940,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Etheridge Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,070,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Flinders Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,100,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Fraser Coast Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $13,240,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Gladstone Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $5,990,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Goondiwindi Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,370,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Gympie Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $6,080,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Hinchinbrook Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,300,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,360,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Isaac Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,660,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,610,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Livingstone Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $3,490,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,180,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Longreach Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,210,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Mackay Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $10,950,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,090,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Maranoa Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,350,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Mareeba Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $3,750,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland McKinlay Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,060,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Mornington Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,380,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Mount Isa City Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,910,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,430,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,310,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland North Burnett Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,610,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,810,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,720,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Paroo Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,190,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,390,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Quilpie Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,100,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Richmond Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,050,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Rockhampton Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $9,048,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland South Burnett Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $4,385,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Southern Downs Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,900,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Tablelands Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $3,560,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Torres Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,520,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Torres Strait Island Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,730,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Townsville City Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $23,247,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Western Downs Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,590,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Whitsunday Regional Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $4,070,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Winton Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,080,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,090,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $1,100,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

The Works for Queensland program is a Queensland Government program to support 2017-19 Works for Queensland Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Works for Queensland 2017-19 local governments outside of South East $2,750,000.00 Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

2017-19 Works for Queensland Total $200,000,000.00 Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved This building is owned by Council and leased to PCYC for the delivery of programs to youth and adults. The building has had a major refurbishment; however the roof was not a part 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Aurukun Shire Council PCYC Hall Roof Upgrade of this upgrade and leaks in a number of places. $20,000.00 Subsidies Program The intent would be to replace roof sheeting where required. An audit has already been undertaken and the scope of works identified.

The Supermarket Building is owned by Council 2017-19 Local Government Grants and and leased to Island & Cape (now ALPA). The Aurukun Shire Council Supermarket Building Renovations $60,000.00 Subsidies Program project would undertake renovation works identified in a recent audit to repair the roof.

This project will fund a disability lift and minor 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Aurukun Shire Council Business Precinct Refurbishment renovations at the Sam Kerindun Snr Business $56,000.00 Subsidies Program Precinct. This project will allow refurbishment works at 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Aurukun Shire Council Justice Centre Building Refurbishment the Justice Centre Building and include internal $40,000.00 Subsidies Program and external painting. Dirranbandi is currently serviced by a reticulation system of blended bore water and Balonne River water. The proposed project is to remove the river water component from the Dirranbandi 2017-19 Local Government Grants and town water supply which will make this water Balonne Shire Council Dirranbandi Water Treatment Plant Upgrade $330,000.00 Subsidies Program supply safer and more reliable. The proposed project will involve constructing a bore water cooling tower, associated chemical dosing, instrumentation and civil works.

The project proposes the replacement of the existing heavily deteriorated timber bridge with a concrete culvert structure. The project will 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Bridge Replacement - Pocket Creek Bridge, Don improve the resilience of the structure during Banana Shire Council $324,981.60 Subsidies Program Street, Wowan future flood events by replacing timber components with concrete while also improving the stormwater management of the area by increasing the capacity of the crossing.

The project scope is to replace the asbestos cement water mains pipework with 'blue brut' in the communities of Aramac and Muttaburra. The 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Water Mains Replacement - Aramac and two towns have asbestos cement pipework as Barcaldine Regional Council $224,760.00 Subsidies Program Muttaburra - Stage 1 part of the raw water distribution network which was installed between 50 and 70 years ago. This is stage 1 of a 2 stage project.

A purpose-built hangar at the Windorah Aerodrome to provide all weather protection for ambulances and patients while awaiting the Royal Flying Doctor Service, as well as 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Barcoo Shire Council Windorah Aerodrome Hangar undercover storage of aviation gas and jet fuel, $244,500.00 Subsidies Program and food supplies in the event of natural disaster. It will also provide space for emergency aircraft maintenance for the Regular Passenger Transport Service. Upgrading the Tambo Sports building involves demolishing the existing structure whilst retaining existing verandas. A new building will be constructed, appended to the verandas, with 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Tambo Sports Clubhouse and Gymnasium two rooms; gymnasium & club house/exercise Blackall-Tambo Regional Council $212,400.00 Subsidies Program Upgrade room which will include a child safe play area, canteen, male & female toilet & shower facilities (incl disabled) & separate store room. Increasing the footprint from 235 sqm to 330 sqm.

Through the ORWA, 3 of the member councils (Boulia SC, Barcoo SC & Longreach RC) will upgrade/install disinfection systems to improve 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Disinfection Systems Implementation for Boulia Boulia Shire Council their water treatment operations, with an $155,250.00 Subsidies Program town emphasis on uniformity of systems to improve joint purchasing opportunities for such items as maintenance and chemicals.

To develop a comprehensive asset management plan which will allow collection of data with monitoring and actioning of all councils assets in 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Boulia Shire Council Asset Management Plan a uniform and verifiable manner. Linkages to the $18,000.00 Subsidies Program financial management system will enable sound decision making by staff and Councillors to be completed.

Installing new security camera system and 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Boulia Robinson Park Security Cameras and lighting in the Robinson Park. A camera system Boulia Shire Council $18,630.00 Subsidies Program Lighting can provide people with an increased sense of security and reassurance and lighting enhances the safety in the park. Construction of upgraded local drainage infrastructure (underground pipes) to reduce 2017-19 Local Government Grants and flooding in a residential area that will relieve Brisbane City Council Local Drainage – Querrin Street, Yeronga $341,890.80 Subsidies Program habitable floor flooding at four properties and alleviate road flooding at the intersection of Lake and Querrin Streets, Yeronga.

Construction of a geothermal power plant, bore drilling and associated solar infrastructure for 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Bulloo Shire Council Thargomindah Geothermal Power Plant load following to provide am end of grid and $3,660,000.00 Subsidies Program whole-of-town energy solution to the township of Thargomindah. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved Elliott Heads foreshore encompasses river and coastal area that hosts a community hall, lifesaving clubhouse, toilets, and kiosk. This project aims to augment these assets and finalise 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Elliott Heads Foreshore Redevelopment (Stages 1 Stages 1 and 2 of the Elliott Heads Foreshore Bundaberg Regional Council $1,604,144.40 Subsidies Program and 2) Masterplan with: improvements to usable open space within the foreshore area; road improvements; car parking; landscaping; multimodal pathways and amenities (e.g. BBQ facilities). Project involves replacement of existing electrical switchboard which is over 45 years old and represents high risk to the uninterrupted safe water supply to 3000 residents in Home Hill 2017-19 Local Government Grants and township and benefited area. New switchboard Burdekin Shire Council Home Hill Water Tower Switchboard Upgrade $369,570.00 Subsidies Program will incorporate SCADA control which will improve pumping efficiency and remote operational monitoring and achieve energy efficiencies and system redundancy.

The Burketown STP upgrade will provide the township of Burke with a more effective and more efficient sewage treatment process. Not 2017-19 Local Government Grants and only will the upgrade enable improved Burke Shire Council Burketown STP Upgrade $950,029.20 Subsidies Program compliance, the upgrade will provide for the recycling and reticulation of treated effluent to the towns parks and gardens, improving the overall amenity of these facilities. The project will build a state of the art Water Laboratory to replace an existing aged laboratory. The new laboratory will provide a broad range of advanced testing services to the 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Far North Queensland region including remote Cairns Regional Council FNQ Regional Water Laboratory $1,515,004.98 Subsidies Program indigenous communities that will contribute to achieving compliance with regulatory requirements for drinking water, sanitary services and other statutory environmental guidelines. The Lake Street Carpark Building is the only major above ground car park in the Cairns CBD. The car park is over 30 years old and has been identified as requiring a refurbishment of the 2017-19 Local Government Grants and whole building to extend the service life (25+ Cairns Regional Council Lake Street CBD Car Park Refurbishment $2,000,000.00 Subsidies Program years) and provide a facility that is safe for the community to use 24 hours a day. The refurbishment will address safety, security, fire protection, aesthetics (façade treatment and finishes) and internal services. Upgrade the existing (aging and restrictive) radio telecommunication link between the townships 2017-19 Local Government Grants and of Normanton and Karumba to Optic Fibre - Carpentaria Shire Council Normanton to Karumba Optic Fibre Link Project $1,740,000.00 Subsidies Program enhancing the reliability and serviceability of telecom services in Karumba - "the Outback by the Sea" Supply and installation of filtration equipment to improve quality of source water from Nyleta Ck 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Nyleta Water Supply Scheme - Filtration and and South Liverpool Ck intakes. Construction of Cassowary Coast Regional Council $469,800.00 Subsidies Program Chlorination Facilities Upgrade new chlorination disinfection facility to allow injection of chlorine into the new Nyleta Hill reservoir. The upgrade of the Emerald Botanical Gardens (West) will deliver a multi-age all ability play space designed to encourage physical, creative, cognitive and social play; clusters of fitness 2017-19 Local Government Grants and equipment and shared pathways with solar Central Highlands Regional Council Emerald Botanical Gardens (West) Upgrade $709,009.00 Subsidies Program lighting and drinking fountains to facilitate physical activity, both day and night; barbeques and picnic nodes with shelter to support community interaction and connectivity.

Install fibre optic cable from Towers Hill to Saleyards, Administration Centre to Centenary Park and through to the Airport, linking major community and visitor locations with the CBD 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Install Smart Cities Infrastructure delivering network, establishing a Smart City Infrastructure Charters Towers Regional Council $615,980.40 Subsidies Program Community Wi-Fi, Security Cameras & More Network initially supporting free community Wi- Fi hotspots and improved safety via security cameras, and providing a platform for many more smart city opportunities in the future.

Clearing Fire management lines through forestry internally & along forestry bordering the Cherbourg DOGIT & the Wondai State Forrest. Bulldoze lines through forestry approx. 10 km 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council Fire Management Line & Barrier Fence Engage contractor to replace fencing as $163,050.03 Subsidies Program necessary Biosecurity signage purchased & installed on gateways and fence-lines due to new Bio-security legislation requirements Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved The Department of Environment & Heritage Protection (DEHP) has directed Council to undertake an Environmental Evaluation for the Cloncurry Sewage Treatment Plant (STP). The 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Cloncurry Shire Council Cloncurry STP Upgrade Stage 3 existing STP cannot meet the requirements of $2,838,638.40 Subsidies Program the current Environmental Authority. Council have investigated options to upgrade the STP. This project will provide the upgrade required to meet the Environmental Authority. Stage one of this ongoing project will be undertaken in two parts. 1) Replace 1.309km of 80mm asbestos cement water mains along the inner streets of Cooktown with 100mm 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Cooktown Water Mains Replacement and Cook Shire Council unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, uPVC pipe. 2) $450,997.80 Subsidies Program Reservoir Upgrades Stage One Upgrade the structural integrity of two vital water reservoirs essential for both residential water supply and firefighting by applying an internal lining. The project involves valuation of all Council infrastructure assets including land, buildings, other structures, road and water. Council assets 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Croydon Shire Council Valuation of council infrastructure assets were last valued in 2014 and this project will $25,620.00 Subsidies Program result in Council being able to manage it's assets better with accurate and current information.

This project will enable the heritage listed Birdsville Courthouse to be restored and opened to the public by: repaint both the external and 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Diamantina Shire Council Birdsville Court House Refurbishment interior walls, renew electrical wiring and $96,000.00 Subsidies Program fittings, restore stonework, improve access, replace the flooring in accordance with the Management Plan. To upgrade the Jardine Street Park in Birdsville by installing: a solid roof over the playground, fencing and paths , a gazebo with seating and 2017-19 Local Government Grants and landscaping the front area of the park with grass Diamantina Shire Council Birdsville Jardine St Park Upgrade $136,000.00 Subsidies Program and trees. This will offer important protection from the sun for children and supervising parents and safely enclose the area from the road.

Provide a water park playground within Doomadgee to engage youth and provide suitable entertainment particularly during the 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council Doomadgee Water Park Playground extreme heat of the summer months. It is also $359,640.00 Subsidies Program considered that such infrastructure would help to occupy the youth of the Community there by helping to reduce vandalism and improve social wellbeing. Compilation and digitisation of network infrastructure – audit/desktop validation and gap analysis, field data pickup and integration into point of truth information systems Development 2017-19 Local Government Grants and of supporting business processes to maintain Douglas Shire Council Asset Identification and Location $273,900.00 Subsidies Program accurate information – to support implementation of Council’s 2017 Asset Management Roadmap. Focus on three asset classes: water, wastewater and drainage networks. The recreational area is an integral part of the greater Charleston Dam project and will include a multi-sex disabled toilet block, picnic shelters 2017-19 Local Government Grants and with tables and seating, wood fired BBQ’s and a Etheridge Shire Council Charleston Dam Recreational Precinct $379,924.00 Subsidies Program viewing deck over the dam. It will provide the opportunity for picnics as well as recreational activities such as bird watching and boating.

To construct concrete or bitumen footpaths at nominated locations as listed in the attached plan. Footpaths will be 2m wide and a minimum 2017-19 Local Government Grants and of 150mm deep. This project is to provide Flinders Shire Council Footpath Program $480,000.00 Subsidies Program footpaths that connect the town area with the CBD, other business houses, schools, the Aged Care Facility and the Health Centre, so users have safer access to these areas.

Project continues delivery of Hervey Bay Esplanade Tourist Precinct Master Plan including upgrading a regional Skate Park facility, revitalized basketball facility, additional sports 2017-19 Local Government Grants and furniture, enhanced stage area for major and Fraser Coast Regional Council Pialba Youth Precinct $1,154,097.90 Subsidies Program minor regional events and enhanced off-street parking with additional 100 parking spaces to cater for the improved and new facilities and to provide flow-over parking for major events.

The project is rehabilitation of aged sewer mains and junctions within the wastewater network 2017-19 Local Government Grants and using an insitu structural liner. The purpose of Gladstone Regional Council Relining of Sewer Assets $275,000.00 Subsidies Program the liner is to restore structural integrity and hydraulic capacity and to prevent infiltration and exfiltration. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved This project seeks to expand and enhance the Gold Coast Safety Camera Network (GCSCN) by deploying CCTV cameras to Nobby Beach, Chevron Island and Southport. The proposed 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Gold Coast City Council Safe Urban Villages new camera locations have been identified in $159,060.00 Subsidies Program consultation with stakeholders utilising crime trends and surveillance priorities to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour and contribute to enhanced perceptions of safety. Scope of works is the installation of pump infrastructure, electrical & telemetry, chlorination system, rising mains and irrigation system to treat effluent for disposal through 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Goondiwindi Regional Council Inglewood Effluent Disposal Project irrigation. The project will enable council to treat $426,435.00 Subsidies Program effluent from the town of Inglewood to a standard that can then be irrigated onto land in compliance with E&HPA guidelines.

The Kilkivan area is renowned for hosting national, regional and local equestrian events. This project will capitalise on opportunities for employment and economic growth through providing improvements to existing 2017-19 Local Government Grants and infrastructure, resulting in high quality, purpose Gympie Regional Council Kilkivan Equestrian Centre $1,075,089.81 Subsidies Program built infrastructure in a key regional locality. Valued at $2.4m, improvements include 80x40m multipurpose undercover arena, amenities, biosecurity infrastructure, powered, watered, shade*-d camping sites.

This project includes the construction of new kerb crossing accesses and upgrade of identified non-compliant pedestrian accesses across 26 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Hinchinbrook Shire Council Kerb Crossings sites within the Hinchinbrook Region. The $117,000.00 Subsidies Program construction and/or upgrade of these 26 accesses will comply with Australian Standards.

Hinchinbrook Shire Council will procure and install two remote camera systems and five rain gauges. The remote cameras will monitor river gauges if the existing automatic gauges fail. The 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Flood Monitoring Instruments - Remote Cameras Hinchinbrook Shire Council extra rain gauges installed will monitor the Black $53,100.00 Subsidies Program and Rain Gauges Spots in our catchment area. The images from the cameras will be made available to the general public via the Council website.

Concrete strengthening to existing drain through industrial estate, and culvert upgrading to mitigate the risk of entry to culvert from 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Reuther St drainage restoration and culvert Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council residents or animals. Drain carries a heavy water $135,000.00 Subsidies Program upgrade (Hope Vale) load through annual wet seasons and annually suffers heavy material loss and scouring due to water movement.

Ipswich City Council aims to develop and deliver a world-class library service in Rosewood that 2017-19 Local Government Grants and engages with, and satisfies the curiosity and Ipswich City Council Rosewood Library Construction $2,689,696.15 Subsidies Program learning aspirations of all visitors in an environment that is welcoming and inclusive.

Council's Regional Water Recycling Program (RWRP) project is a $5.675M development program with objectives including, environmental safety and sustainability, water cycle management and provision recycled water 2017-19 Local Government Grants and The Isaac Regional Water Recycling Program Isaac Regional Council across the . Works include upgrades $3,405,018.60 Subsidies Program (RWRP) to the recycled water networks and recycled water production facilities for beneficial reuse of recycled water to public spaces and for potential sale within communities.

To construct a new 6" bore and storage tanks to supply irrigation water to the redeveloped sports 2017-19 Local Government Grants and precinct. The supply will be used to irrigate new Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council Water Supply for Sports Precinct upgrade $302,958.00 Subsidies Program turf on the football field and landscaping adjacent and viewing mounds at the rodeo ground The supply of smart integrated LED lighting for the Yeppoon Town Centre to provide smart community infrastructure to increase footfall 2017-19 Local Government Grants and and lingering in town centre for local businesses Livingstone Shire Council Yeppoon Town Centre Smart Street Lighting $297,000.00 Subsidies Program and the community via increasing public amenity, safety with CCTV integration, smart parking, free Wi-Fi and data capture and analytics for local vendor advertising.

This project will provide a Road Assets Condition Assessment Update to ensure that the asset 2017-19 Local Government Grants and register remains up to date and to provide Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council Road assets condition assessment update $45,000.00 Subsidies Program condition and trend data to the next update of the Asset and Services Management Plan. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved This project will deliver key components of Council's Energy Reduction Strategy, focusing on the facilities at the Gatton Showgrounds. Those components are: - LED energy saving lighting in 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Energy Reduction Strategy – Gatton the Main Show Ring - Upgrade lighting control Lockyer Valley Regional Council $305,777.40 Subsidies Program Showgrounds switchboard & building - Retrofit LED lights to Aquatic Centre and Gym, Canteen Areas. This project will provide cost and energy savings for Council and the community.

Improve community safety through upgrading park lighting, vegetation clearing and increased camera surveillance. Activate the park through the installation of activity nodes for fitness 2017-19 Local Government Grants and equipment, new junior and senior playgrounds, Council Redevelopment of Sturdee Park, Loganlea $712,059.75 Subsidies Program and new picnic facilities and skate ramp elements. Increase circulation and connectivity by installing new pathways and boardwalk. A new toilet facility will also be installed.

The scope of works is for the replacement of the gravity sand filters at the Isisford treatment plant 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Replacement of Isisford Sand Filter at Water Longreach Regional Council in order to achieve the desired water quality in $150,000.00 Subsidies Program Treatment Plant accordance with the Drinking Water Quality Management Plans (DWQMP).

Inspect 2662km of Rural Roads and 86km of Urban Roads and undertake desktop analysis for condition assessment. Other data collected will be HD imagery, GPS and Roughness information 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Road Asset Management - Electronic Road Longreach Regional Council before being mapped. The Road data will be $74,895.60 Subsidies Program Condition Assessment & Modelling analysed and financial modelling performed to produce a sustainable 10 year renewal program of works based on condition ratings and levels of service. Construction of 300ML effluent storage dam facility, treated effluent pump station and 1 km pipeline near Mirani Water Recycling Facility (MWRF). The existing 60ML storage dam is 2017-19 Local Government Grants and significantly undersized and prevents Council Mackay Regional Council Mirani Effluent Dam and Transfer System $1,029,171.85 Subsidies Program from meeting licence requirements. Expanding the storage capacity will allow the MWRF to meet its full capacity - ultimate load 10,000 EPs and ensure licence requirements are met.

2017-19 Local Government Grants and Install a new mass mixing tank for Ph correction. Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Mixing tank $6,298.20 Subsidies Program Minor upgrade to Council run store to improve 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Power usage, food Prep and sales. Replacement Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Retail Store upgrades $170,156.70 Subsidies Program of old Defective service equipment.

Purchase a 10Kva power generation unit on a dual axel purpose built trailer. this unit will be 2017-19 Local Government Grants and incorporated response strategies for when Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Water Treatment Emergency Power - Mobile unit $27,900.00 Subsidies Program power failure is experienced at essential service . it will also serve to provide ancillary power to council approved project sites.

The project is to construct new selling pens (5,280m2) and 2 new drafts. This will allow for existing selling pens and drafts to be converted 2017-19 Local Government Grants and to 7,076m2 of receival/delivery yards increasing Maranoa Regional Council Roma Saleyards Improvement Plan - Stage 1 $1,303,800.00 Subsidies Program the holding capacity for cattle pre-sale and post- sale. It will improve cattle flow, reduce cattle movements and weighing times; thus reducing stress on stock .

The proposal is to supply, install and commission a new 225mm water main, 950m long on Byrnes Street, Mareeba from Rankin Street to Lloyd 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Street, a 13 month project commencing in Mareeba Shire Council Mareeba CBD water trunk main upgrade $1,499,863.80 Subsidies Program January 2018.The existing asbestos cement (AC) water supply trunk main in Byrnes Street is assessed as having a high failure risk with a remaining life of five years.

To construct new modern dwellings for the purpose of increasing Councils housing portfolio to accommodate new staff members. The project will include providing services to 3 land 2017-19 Local Government Grants and McKinlay Shire Council Council Staff Housing Project parcels and constructing 2 houses and 2 units. $797,985.00 Subsidies Program The project will involve providing services to the parcels of land and the construction of relocatable buildings to be delivered to Julia Creek. The objective of the project is to provide an appropriate level of accommodation for SES administration, training and operations for the 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Arana Hills SES located at Bunya. The project will Moreton Bay Regional Council Building of new SES Depot $1,012,362.40 Subsidies Program include the construction and fitout of a new administration building with adjoining storage shed and standalone vehicle accommodation. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved As part of Council's improvement initiatives towards strategic decision making for capital and renewals expenditure, this project seeks assistance to procure the tools to evaluate asset 2017-19 Local Government Grants and performance for the whole of Council. Outcomes Mount Isa City Council Asset Performance Evaluation Solution $205,476.45 Subsidies Program include the establishment of a formalised condition assessment program, the confirmation of asset inventory and an action plan (Information Management Strategy) for data maintenance procedures. The Murweh Shire's isolated communities currently depend on an ADSL service delivering a maximum speed of 20 MB per second. They also 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Remote Communities Internet Service fall outside the NBN criteria for fibre to premises Murweh Shire Council $300,000.00 Subsidies Program Connection for the installation. This project aims to install a series of solar powered units at strategic points around the Shire to connect businesses and people to an affordable high speed internet service.

Installation of 2 x 30kw solar installations, one on the main Council building, the other on the 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council Napranum Commercial Solar adjacent store that is owned by Council. These $180,000.00 Subsidies Program systems will save Council in the order of $240,000 over the first ten years of operation.

Expansion and renewal of the Noosaville Library, meeting contemporary and future community needs. Key outcomes include a complete internal refurbishment, improved layout, learning, programming & meeting spaces, MakerSpace, 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Noosa Shire Council Noosa Library Expansion and Upgrade enhanced functionality and a value-for-money $805,954.20 Subsidies Program outcome. The project responds to community needs and feedback, whilst aligning to Queensland public library standards and synergising with an innovative transfer to Radio Frequency Identification. Replacement of irreparably damaged concrete bridge with improved concrete bridge structure. The proposed bridge replacement will provide a more resilient access and evacuation route for 2017-19 Local Government Grants and North Burnett Regional Council Percy Hindmarsh Bridge Replacement 10 properties during flood events. This upgraded $584,647.20 Subsidies Program infrastructure will provide economic benefit to the region by increasing the load carrying capacity of this regionally identified freight route.

Around 7km of road will be resealed and rehabilitated to ensure the Shire has safe, high quality, fit-for-purpose roads. Issues with kerb, 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council Road resealing and rehabilitation program channel and drainage pits will be identified and $1,257,300.00 Subsidies Program failed or failing areas of road pavement repaired by removing existing pavement and resurfacing with asphalt.

Remove commercial quantities of Class 'A' Asbestos from 2 Council buildings to allow best value for money due to dual tasking of resources, qualifications and disposal requirements executed by external contractors. Refurbishment 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Asbestos Removal and Repatriation of Paroo Shire Council of Disaster Management Evacuation Centre $400,000.00 Subsidies Program Evacuation Centre Infrastructure (Shire Hall) where asbestos removal has been executed. These modifications to public facilities will result in protection of Community and Public Infrastructure.

Refurbish Club facilities to include: Container 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Council owned club facilities (PUBSC) refurbish, Coolroom, Floor replacement, Fan replacement, Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Council $104,940.00 Subsidies Program with separate container coolroom Gate re-welding, Lighting, Rollerdoors, Roofing refix & Wall replacement

Construction of a high pressure ring water main in the town of Quilpie to: - mitigate against the risk of a bore failure; - provide fire fighting 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Quilpie Shire Council Quilpie water main upgrade program pressure; - mitigate against the risk of scalding to $575,454.00 Subsidies Program employees and the public through water main bursts and repairs; - remove hazardous asbestos cement water mains.

Collect asset data and condition rating of assets; 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Quilpie Shire Asset Management Improvement compile a database of all assets; map all assets Quilpie Shire Council $66,000.00 Subsidies Program Program and attributes; update asset management plans

Stage 2 of the IndigiScapes expansion includes: expansion of the café increasing visitor capacity and providing better bushtucker experiences; alterations to existing internal entry point; 2017-19 Local Government Grants and upgrade of the internal public amenities and Council IndigiScapes Expansion Project Stage 2 $916,137.00 Subsidies Program addition of external public amenities; construction of the 'Welcome to Country' space featuring cultural interpretation of the Quandamooka people; and installation of an entry statement and way finding. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved Council would like to build a fully integrated security camera system for the town area. These cameras will be in key locations where there 2017-19 Local Government Grants and have been incidents in the past and will relay Richmond Shire Council Richmond Integrated Security Cameras $102,856.20 Subsidies Program wireless back to a 20m high communications pole and then to Council servers. These cameras will help solve graffiti, anti-social behaviour and crime in Richmond.

Council recently constructed a new administration centre that also serves as its Local Disaster Management Centre. Presently if there was an emergency and the power to Richmond 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Emergency Generator for Richmond Disaster Richmond Shire Council failed, the new administration building could not $43,380.00 Subsidies Program Management Centre be used as there is no backup generator. This is a critical piece of infrastructure that needs to be installed before the oncoming wet season.

Several of Council's recreational facilities need 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Richmond Shire Council Recreational Lighting proper lighting so they can be used at night $26,520.00 Subsidies Program safely. This project involves the installation of approximately 380m of drainage pipe and associated inlet structures in Tung Yeen Street, Park Avenue to capture and convey stormwater 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Rockhampton Regional Council Park Street Drainage Scheme - Stage 5A via earlier stages of the Park Street Drainage $532,555.20 Subsidies Program Strategy to the Fitzroy River. This project will reduce flood impacts to residential areas and improve the flood immunity of Glenmore Road.

Revitalise the town centre to activate economic and social development while promoting heritage features and community safety. Improve three large central medians with stone 2017-19 Local Government Grants and and timber sitting walls, storm water flow paths, Scenic Rim Regional Council Tamborine Mountain Main Street $870,051.00 Subsidies Program shade structures, picnic settings, new plants and pedestrian walkways. Install public art, metal poetry panels and signs telling local stories. Improve economic well-being and quality of life.

Build a 6.5 metre concrete crossing and approaches to replace a load-limited timber bridge assessed as being in "very poor" condition. 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Flood mitigation - Replace Marumbah Creek Council wishes to avoid potential catastrophic loss Somerset Regional Council $84,521.00 Subsidies Program Bridge, Monsildale of the bridge during future flooding. The bridge services a large farming area. The local economy is dependent on food industry employment which is adversely affected by bridge load limits.

Build a 9 metre by 6 metre storage facility adjacent to Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre (KISC) to 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Cultural/recreational - sports storage facility, facilitate efficient storage of sporting and other Somerset Regional Council $11,627.00 Subsidies Program Kilcoy Indoor Sports Centre equipment in that building rather than in the specialist indoor sports building and thereby provide additional recreation facility capacity for the community at a low cost. Strengthen a Brisbane River bridge used for farm transport that has been independently assessed as being in poor condition and which is expected to be load limited within 10 years if not 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Flood mitigation - Brisbane River Bridge Somerset Regional Council strengthened. Council wishes to avoid potential $93,244.50 Subsidies Program Strengthening, Barneys Rocks Bridge, Fulham catastrophic loss of the bridge during future flooding and/or load limiting which will have social and economic/productivity implications.

Strengthen a Brisbane River bridge used for farm transport that has been independently assessed as being in very poor condition and which is 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Flood mitigation - Brisbane River Bridge expected to be load limited within 5 years if not Somerset Regional Council $48,955.50 Subsidies Program Strengthening, Allerys Bridge, Moore strengthened. Council wishes to avoid potential catastrophic loss of the bridge during future flooding and/or load limiting which will have social and economic/productivity implications.

Council to engage a consultant to carry out a condition assessment of all buildings and complex assets to rate the asset components and estimate remaining useful life. This 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Building Asset Condition and 10 Year Financial South Burnett Regional Council information will assist in the development of $180,000.00 Subsidies Program Plan short and long term replacement and renewal plans, insurable asset listing, maintenance scheduling and financial plan. Please refer to Attachment: Further Information Extract 1. The scope of the works consists of construction of an 8,940 metre pipeline and joints. The project will replace the existing raw water 2017-19 Local Government Grants and pipeline between Storm King Dam and the Southern Downs Regional Council Storm King Dam Pipeline $3,939,000.00 Subsidies Program Mount Marley Water Treatment Plant which was constructed in 1954. The existing main is a deteriorating cast iron pipe with lead joints. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved Upgrade to existing infrastructure by redesigning, expanding and refurbishing the Coolum Library in conjunction with master planning for Jack Morgan Park precinct by: Increasing street presence; Enhancing public 2017-19 Local Government Grants and access and pathway provisions; Increasing car Sunshine Coast Regional Council Coolum Library Renovation and Extension $632,352.00 Subsidies Program parking provisions; Expanding and maximising use of indoor and outdoor areas; Redesigning indoor areas to create distinct divisions between individual spaces; providing more space for collections and programming

The project is an outcome of the State endorsed Mooloolaba Spit Futures Plan – 2009. The project will include a new 3.4m wide boardwalk through existing dune vegetation with pedestrian safety lighting, universal access, seating nodes, a beach 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Sunshine Coast Regional Council Mooloolaba Spit Boardwalk Renewal viewing platform and vegetation rehabilitation. $920,000.00 Subsidies Program

Construction and fit-out of state-of-the-art Community Education, Training & Disaster Coordination Centre Facility in Atherton. The facility will be a multi-functional facility where community members, groups, government 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Community Education, Training and Disaster Tablelands Regional Council agencies can conduct regular training and $2,748,360.00 Subsidies Program Coordination Facility education sessions, primarily focused on natural disaster resilience and preparation, as well as being used as the Local Disaster Coordination Centre.

Toowoomba Queens Park and Botanic Gardens master plan improvement works including: • lighting of critical pedestrian paths and dog off- leash area; • renewal of the Lindsay Street all- 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Queens Park Master Plan Improvement Stage 5 abilities playground; • new play elements to Toowoomba Regional Council $1,288,000.00 Subsidies Program Works both Margaret Street and Lindsay Street play areas for play diversity; • pathway improvements; and • landscaping including access improvements to the Margaret Street frontage / entrance. Construction of a concrete road totalling 300m in length and 5m wide. This is to replace sections of 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Torres Shire Council PoW Island Community Esplanade Road Upgrade steep gravel formed road on Smith point $372,900.00 Subsidies Program Esplanade which links Country Womens Beach to Muralag.

The standard of footpaths in the CBD is poor with a mix of uneven finishes ranging from asphalt to pavers to broken concrete. There is significant risk of tripping hazards. The CBD Utilities 2017-19 Local Government Grants and CBD Footpaths associated with CBD Utilities Townsville City Council Upgrade Project is installing new water $865,356.00 Subsidies Program Upgrade Project infrastructure in many of these footpaths and presents a unique opportunity for the footpath to be upgraded to Councils Footpath Policy.

The project will strengthen the aging Elena Street Culvert in Nelly Bay. Magnetic Island, which is currently in a degraded condition and 2017-19 Local Government Grants and unable to carry heavy vehicle loads, including Townsville City Council Townsville Elena Street Culvert Upgrade $270,000.00 Subsidies Program local bus services. Specific works include: a new deck incorporating a raised pedestrian walkway; replacement wingwalls; and strengthened abutments. The project will involve upgrading an existing pavilion to co-locate civic, cultural, and other community uses in the form of an integrated Entertainment Precinct. The upgrade will deliver 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Western Downs Regional Council Dalby Civic Centre Development improved community access, energy and water $1,072,980.00 Subsidies Program efficiency, event flexibility and the reputation of Council and subsequent ability to attract and retain high level civic, cultural, community and business events.

2017-19 Local Government Grants and Upgrade the existing Bowen Sewerage Whitsunday Regional Council Bowen Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade $1,287,294.00 Subsidies Program Treatment Plant (STP) Elderslie Street Winton is the main thoroughfare for the township of Winton. The current road pavement and profile require immediate 2017-19 Local Government Grants and rejuvenation as the road currently presents Winton Shire Council Elderslie Street Asset Renewal $951,690.60 Subsidies Program Health & Safety risks to all users. The objective is to provide the Winton community with a safe major thoroughfare for the community. Subsidy Funding Round Council Project Title Project Description Approved Activities: Construct 4 x 2 bedroom dwellings to alleviate the critical shortage of staff housing, particularly for executive and senior management. This accommodation capacity 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Council Staff Housing - Executive/Senior constraint has severely impinged on Council’s Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire Council $1,332,000.00 Subsidies Program Management ability to recruit suitable experts and managers, particularly in Human Resources, Finance, Grants Management, Workplace Health & Safety and Enterprises (Own Revenue Businesses).

The Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council (YASC) will reduce its energy costs and carbon footprint by installing solar photovoltaic (PV) power. Solar PV 2017-19 Local Government Grants and Install solar photovoltaic panels on Yarrabah panels will be installed at 13 different Council Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council $321,080.79 Subsidies Program Aboriginal Shire Council buildings sites throughout Yarrabah, reducing Council’s annual energy use at those sites by approximately 73%. This represents considerable cost savings to YASC.

2017-19 Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program Total $61,499,079.41 The play space when completed will be laid out over an area of approx. 5000m2 and incorporate features such as: • accessible fortress themed lookout • all-abilities swings • sand and water features • rock and rope climbs • fossil digs and Ayr Nature-based Playground Burdekin Shire Council Plantation Park Nature Based Play Space tree plantings with varieties that are climbable in $1,500,000.00 maturity. Individual elements will be linked by a network of accessible pathways and bridges that compliments the existing topography and established flora of the area. Ayr Nature-based Playground Total $1,500,000.00 Developing Bowen Townscape - the Beautiful Developing Bowen Townscape - the Beautiful Beautiful Bowen Whitsunday Regional Council $5,000,000.00 Bowen project Bowen project Beautiful Bowen Total $5,000,000.00 Mount Archer, Fraser Park Redevelopment Stage Mount Archer, Fraser Park Redevelopment Stage Mount Archer Master Plan Rockhampton Regional Council $400,000.00 2C - construction of an amphitheatre 2C - construction of an amphitheatre Mount Archer Master Plan Total $400,000.00

A Preliminary Evaluation is to be undertaken to Toowoomba Quarry Gardens Preliminary Toowoomba Regional Council Quarry Gardens Preliminary Evaluation satisfy the preparation of a feasibility study into $250,000.00 Evaluation the project.

Toowoomba Quarry Gardens Preliminary Evaluation Total $250,000.00 Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion Whitsunday Regional Council Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion $15,000,000.00 Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion Total $15,000,000.00 2018/19 Deferrals for projects approved in 2017/18 NOTE: Indigenous Local Government Sustainability Program is a Commonwealth funded program. 2018/19 Deferred Funding Round Council Project Title Subsidy Approved Amount 2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $39,975.20 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $356,675.20 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Torres Strait Island Regional 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $251,675.00 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Woorabinda Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $286,675.20 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $155,334.90 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Mapoon Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $326,072.60 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,536.00 $46,612.30 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program

2016-18 Indigenous Local Government Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire 2016-18 Indigenous Local $509,537.00 $222,147.80 Sustainability Program Council Government Sustainability Program Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion Whitsunday Regional Council $15,000,000.00 $10,500,000.00 Expansion ATTACHMENT 3

Training Track Subsidy Receipents

Club Amount ($) ATHERTON TURF CLUB INC 12,000 BARCOO AMATEUR RACE CLUB INC 4,000 BEAUDESERT RACE CLUB INC 20,000 BOWEN TURF CLUB INC 8,000 BRISBANE RACING CLUB (Deagon) 60,000 BRISBANE RACING CLUB (Doomben and Eagle Farm) 315,000 BUNDABERG RACE CLUB INC 4,000 BURDEKIN RACE CLUB INC 4,000 CAIRNS JOCKEY CLUB INC 30,000 CENTRAL WARREGO RACE CLUB INC 4,000 CHINCHILLA RACE CLUB 4,000 DALBY & NORTHERN DOWNS JOCKEY CLUB INC 8,000 EMERALD JOCKEY CLUB INC 8,000 GLADSTONE TURF CLUB INC 4,000 GOLD COAST TURF CLUB 145,000 GOONDIWINDI RACE CLUB INC 4,000 GORDONVALE TURF CLUB INC 4,000 GYMPIE TURF CLUB INC 4,000 HERBERT RIVER JOCKEY CLUB INC 4,000 INNISFAIL TURF CLUB INC 8,000 IPSWICH TURF CLUB 60,000 JULIA CREEK TURF CLUB INC 4,000 LOCKYER RACE CLUB INC 8,000 LONGREACH JOCKEY CLUB INC 4,000 MACKAY TURF CLUB INC 30,000 MAREEBA TURF CLUB INC 4,000 MOUNT ISA RACE CLUB INC 4,000 NANANGO RACE CLUB INC 8,000 OAKEY & DISTRICT RACE CLUB INC 4,000 ROCKHAMPTON JOCKEY CLUB INC 60,000 ROMA TURF CLUB INC 4,000 SUNSHINE COAST TURF CLUB INC 145,000 THANGOOL RACE CLUB INC 4,000 TOOWOOMBA TURF CLUB INC 145,000 TOWNSVILLE TURF CLUB INC 50,000 WARWICK TURF CLUB INC 8,000 YEPPOON TURF CLUB INC 4,000 Total $1,200,000 ATTACHMENT 4

Funding recipients under 2017-18 Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program – Multicultural Affairs

Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated African International Women's Day Celebration – A community Celebrating event to promote self-esteem of African women by involving them in Multicultural cultural activities to reconnecting with traditional practices and African Australian Women's $4,000 Queensland values. People from the wider community will also be engaged in a Association Inc (CMQ) grants cultural showcase to promote acceptance and understanding of the program – different African cultures and customs. Small grants to Burundian Community Cultural Festival – A showcase of Burundian Association of the Burundian engage culture with traditional dance performances, storytelling and Community of Queensland (ABCQ) $3,000 Queenslanders in workshop presentation, and display of arts and poetry. Inc celebrating our Arakanese New Year Water Festival – An Arakanese New Year Water Festival that involves members of the local community in State’s great Australia Arakanese Association traditional water splashing/pouring cleansing ritual to welcome the $4,000 cultural diversity, Cairns Inc and to support a new year, and as an act of blessings and good wishes. Traditional range of project Arakanese performances are featured in the event. activities that Ethnic Communities of Myanmar 2018 New Year “Thingyan” Australian Myanmar Friendship promote increased Celebrations – A Burmese Buddhist New Year festival, featuring $2,000 Association of Queensland Inc social and water pouring, and traditional music presentations. economic Queensland Taiwan Festival – This annual event will promote participation Taiwanese culture to the wider community through an array of activities including a Taiwanese night market with traditional and Australian Taiwanese Chamber of $9,000 Multicultural modern Taiwanese and Asian food; cultural dragon and lion dances; Commerce (Qld) Inc events drum performances; Indigenous Taiwanese dance; raising of paper lanterns; and art and craft workshops Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Australian Italian Festival – This four-day event aims to promote and showcase Italian culture to the wider community. Activities include a hair and fashion extravaganza, model search, masquerade gala dinner, Australian-Italian Festival Association $10,000 and a two-day carnival featuring cooking demonstrations, cultural Inc displays, bocce lessons, parade of school children in Italian costumes, historical display and cultural food stalls. Bhutanese Multicultural Day – A showcase of Bhutanese cultures and Bhutanese Nepali Association of $3,000 religious customs to the wider community. Queensland Inc Eid ul-Fitr Celebration – A celebration of the end of the Holy Month Bright Horn of Africa Somali of Ramadan through involving Muslim African community members $3,000 Community-Townsville Inc and local community in a dinner function. Le Festival 2018 – An annual cultural event that presents French Multicultural Brisbane French Festival Inc $2,000 customs, traditions, music, and food to the wider community. events Buddha Birth Day Festival – This three-day festival aims to promote peace and harmony and will showcase diverse Asian traditions, beliefs, customs and culinary delights through entertainment, performances, cultural customs and activities. Cultural workshops, Buddha's Light International $20,000 Buddhist ceremonies, lion dance, multicultural performances, cultural Association of Queensland harmony parade, meditation classes, Buddhist talks, band performances, cooking display, tea ceremonies and training sessions are also featured. 2018 Bundaberg Chinese New Year Celebrations – An annual celebration of Chinese New Year to promote positive interaction among members of the Chinese community and the wider Bundaberg Regional Council $5,000 community, and strengthen social and economic relationship between Bundaberg and Bundaberg's sister city, Nanning, in China by staging

performances presented by a visiting troupe from Nanning. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Cairns Chinese New Year – An annual popular event in Cairns that celebrates Chinese New Year. People from Chinese and local communities engage in activities including a Yum Cha business Cairns and District Chinese $12,000 lunch, art exhibition, gala banquet, and a street festival featuring Association Inc Chinese art and cultural performances, workshops, food and market stalls as well as children’s activities. CARMA Multicultural Festival – An annual celebration of the vibrant Cairns and Region Multicultural diverse culture of the region that promote community awareness of $6,000 Association Incorporated cultural diversity and embrace unity in the community. Bhanu Jayanti (Commemoration of the Birth Anniversary of the First Nepali Poet) – This event represents a significant tradition of Bhutanese people. It commemorates the birth anniversary of the first Multicultural Nepali Poet by involving members of the Bhutanese community and events interested people from the wider community in creative writing Cairns Bhutanese Community Inc $3,000 workshop, competitions for Ramayana recitation, essay writing,

poetry and handwriting, and a production of a video record of the oral history and experience of elderly members of the Bhutanese community. Indonesian Cultural Festival – An annual event to celebrate Indonesia Cairns Indonesian Australian Independence Day, featuring an Indonesian cultural showcase that $4,000 Association Inc also involves people from the local community. Africa Day Celebrations – An annual showcase of African cultures, this event will promote community cohesion and harmony through African involving Africans and the wider community in cultural dances and $7,000 Association Inc performances, tasting of traditional food, a flag of nations parade, historians’ presentations, and children's programs. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Taste of the World Festival – An annual celebration of cultural diversity in the Central Queensland Region that features activities including a cooking demonstration and competitions, cultural food Central Queensland Multicultural $10,000 stalls, cultural songs, dance and instrument playing, multicultural Association Inc fashion parade, arts and crafts stalls, cultural displays, storytelling, art demonstrations, children’s entertainment and face painting. Chin National Day Celebration – An annual celebration of Chin National Day, this event promotes community cohesion and increased understanding of Chin culture by the wider community through Chin Community in Queensland Inc $3,000 activities including arts and handicrafts display; traditional knitting and loom weaving; and presentations of cultural dancing, music and traditional food. Multicultural Dalby's Delicious & DeLIGHTful Festival – This two day event aims events to promote an understanding of cultural diversity to the wider community. Activities include a Citizenship Ceremony, lantern

parade with over 400 lanterns decorated by individuals, schools and Dalby Welcoming Community Inc $12,000 groups, multicultural music (and busking) and dance, workshops, creative art and multicultural markets, cultural games, multicultural foods, children's activities and fireworks. Dinka Bor Cultural Event – A cultural event that showcases Dinka traditions and customs to the wider community with presentations of Dinka Bor Community Association in $2,500 battle songs, songs of initiation, and songs celebrating the tribe's Queensland Inc ancestors. R.U.N. Multicultural Festival – An annual multicultural festival to promote cohesion across diverse cultural groups, and facilitate increased understanding, appreciation and respect through involving Divine Mercy Church Inc $3,000 them in multicultural stage performances, interactive games, presentations of food, and fireworks display. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Eritrean Annual Multicultural Festival – An annual cultural festival that promotes Eritrean culture and cohesion between Eritrean, diverse Eritrean Community Association In cultural groups and wider community. Activities include traditional $3,000 Qld Inc dances, songs, drama, mini-art exhibition, and performances from other cultural groups showcasing their cultural heritage. Ethiopian Cultural Celebration Event – An Ethiopian religious Easter Ethiopian Community Association of Festival, featuring traditional foods, drinks, coffee ceremony, songs, $2,500 Queensland Incorporated traditional and modern dances. Radio 4EB's 30th Anniversary on Kangaroo Point – A community carnival that involves representatives of diverse cultural groups, Ethnic Broadcasting Association of $5,000 convenors and volunteers of multi-lingual sessions at Radio 4EB to Queensland Ltd (T/A Radio 4EB) celebrate the station's 30th anniversary.

International Day of the African Child – A commemoration of the shooting of over one hundred African students in Soweto, South Multicultural Far North Queensland African Africa in 1976. The event features cultural workshops, traditional $2,500 events Community Association Inc performances, and poetry, showcasing African culture to the wider community with a focus on children. Filipino Barrio Fiesta Brisbane – A commemoration of the Philippines' independence from Spain through involving members of Federation of Filipino Communities in $3,000 the Filipino community and people from the wider community in a Queensland Inc fiesta of cultural displays, music and dance performances. Diwali-Indian Festival of Lights – An annual Hindu spring festival that celebrates victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, good over evil, and hope over despair. It is the biggest Federation of Indian Communities in festival of lights event in Queensland that involves Indians from $20,000 Queensland Inc diverse backgrounds and the wider community in a variety of

activities including cultural speeches, traditional music and drama, Bollywood dances, cultural food stalls and information stalls. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Festitalia – A celebration of contemporary Italian culture, which shares with all Australians about the Italian passion for life, fine food, Festitalia Association Inc $10,000 wine, music, culture and the arts. FESTURI Multicultural Festival – This event is part of the Caloundra Fringe Festival and aims to showcase and celebrate cultural diversity of the . Activities will include a Welcome to FESTURI - A Multicultural Country ceremony, authentic international food stalls, multicultural $10,000 Celebration Inc bands, main stage performances from cultural groups, dance workshops, drumming and art, a parade of nations, roving cultural performances, information stalls and a children’s program. Pioneers Festival – A multicultural event to celebrate the history of multicultural development, highlighting its successes and benefits to Fiji Senior Citizens Association of Qld $5,000 Multicultural Queensland, as well as enhancing positive intercultural connections Inc events and mutual respect through sharing of cultures and beliefs. 5th "One World...One Spirit" Philippine Festival – An annual Philippine Festival that promote unity, peace and harmony among Filipino-Australian Foundation of $3,000 Filipino people and the wider community. The event will showcase Queensland Inc Filipino customs and traditions. Power of Peace Festival - Celebrating Gandhi’s Ideals – An event initiated in 2017 to promote positive exchange and collaboration between Indian and non-Indian Queenslanders, featuring the Gandhi ideals and vision of humanitarianism, non-violence problem solving, and an inclusive society. The event features a train ride from Ipswich Gandhi Salt March Limited $5,000 to Brisbane Roma Street symbolising the historic Ghandi Salt March, which is followed by Indian traditional music and dance performances and speeches themed with the message of Peace at the Roma Street Parkland. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Discover Ghana Cultural Showcase – A celebration of Ghanaian Independence Day, featuring traditional music, dancing and cuisine, as well as story telling that promotes increased understanding about Ghanaians Queensland Inc $4,000 the Ghanaian customs and folklore behind the cultural performances by the wider community. Multicultural Week and Festival Day – This ten- day event aims to promote community cohesion and appreciation of cultural diversity and engaging diverse cultural groups and local Gladstone Multicultural Association community in activities that include sporting and photo competitions, $12,000 Inc kindergarten and day-care multicultural open days, cultural library readings, film night, multicultural meals, and a Multicultural Festival Multicultural featuring cultural performances, food and arts and craft stalls. events Gladstone Region's Celebrating Cultural and Faith Diversity – An intercultural and inter-faith gathering that celebrates cultural and faith Gladstone Region Interfaith Network diversity by engaging the local community in sharing of faith $4,000 Inc traditions and multi-cultural food. Cultural performances will also

feature in the event. Taste Of Chinese New Year Fun Week – An annual celebration of Chinese New Year, this ten-day event aims to promote Chinese culture and traditions to the wider community through activities Gold Coast Chinese Club Inc $5,000 including traditional performances and live music, lion and dragon dancing, and paper cutting and calligraphy. India Day Fair – A celebration of India's Independence Day, which is day-long festivities showcasing the vast array of Indian dance, music, GOPIO Queensland $6,000 food, and religion. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Paniyiri Greek Festival – This festival aims to promote and showcase Greek culture to the wider community, and will feature a variety of activities including a fashion parade, lecture series, traditional dance, Greek Orthodox Community Of St $10,000 musical performances, cooking demonstrations, church tours and George Brisbane competitions of plate smashing, olive eating, honey puff eating and grape stomping. Parkinson Multicultural and Dragonboat Festival – This event aims to strengthen community harmony and diversity through a local community sporting event. This has evolved into a multicultural event Hakka Association of Queensland during the last couple years due to a number of diverse cultural $3,000 Australia Incorporated groups being involved. Activities consist of 12 teams, including community and professional, competing in a dragonboat race, as well as multicultural performances and food. Evening Celebration of Songkran – A Thai New Year’s Eve festival Multicultural Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre to promote unity and positive intercultural interaction through $2,500 events Inc showcasing Thai customs at a dinner function. Global Adventures Inala – A celebration of cultural heritage and diversity among varied cultural groups in Inala through sharing food, Inala Youth Care Community Inc $5,000 art, performance, fashion, and stories to promote understanding and acceptance. India Fest Townsville – An annual cultural events that showcases Indian culture, food, crafts and fashion to promote integration with India Fest Townsville Inc $5,000 the local community. Multicultural Youth Carnival – A multicultural youth carnival coinciding with Harmony Day to celebrate cultural diversity and build Infinity Group Services Inc $5,000 community cohesion.

Into Global Rhythms Festival 2018 – An annual multicultural event Into People Inc $4,000 that showcases diverse cultural performances to wider community. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Fiesta – Food, Flavour, Fun – An annual celebration of multiculturalism, this event is a key component of the Ipswich Festival that will showcase and promote the region's cultural diversity. Activities include multicultural performances; dance and Ipswich Events Corporation Limited $15,000 music shows; presentation of ethnic food; interactive cultural workshops in art, craft and music; traditional games and activities of diverse cultures; information stalls; and a Global Market. Iraqi Cultural Day – An annual event that gathers Iraqi people to celebrate unity, and strengthen community cohesion; featuring Iraqi Unity Association Queensland $3,000 traditional drama performances, dance, music, painting and drawing Inc competitions for children. Eid Down Under – A festival celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic Multicultural religious holiday which follows the 30 days of fasting observed by Islamic Council of Queensland $8,000 events Muslims in Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr is one of two of the most important Incorporated celebrations on the Muslim calendar.

Open Mosque Community Iftar – An Open Mosque Community Iftar, a traditional dinner that marks the end of fasting, for the general Islamic Society of Central Queensland public. The event is intended to promote harmony and understanding $3,000 Inc between different cultures and faiths, and will feature talks by spiritual & community leaders at the Iftar dinner. Eid Celebration and Open Day – A social event to celebrate the end of the fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, and promote understanding and mutual respect between Muslim and non-Muslim Islamic Society of Gladstone Inc $3,000 Queenslanders through an open day for the Gladstone Mosque, featuring cultural performances, sharing of traditional food, and information sessions. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Mackay Mosque Open Day – A Mosque open day that provides an opportunity for people from the wider community to visit the Mackay Islamic Society of Mackay Inc $3,000 Mosque to enhance mutual understanding, respect, peace and harmony. Zillmere Festival – This week long event aims to strengthen cultural understanding and celebrate diversity with the wider community. Jabiru Community Youth & Children's Activities will include a market day, street performances, cultural $5,000 Services Association Inc food experiences, historical exhibitions, storytelling, concerts and art workshops. Chanukah in the City – This event aims to celebrate the Jewish festival of lights with the wider community. Main activities include Jewish Educational Institute Chabad the lighting of the Menorah, and performances by a Jewish band and a $8,000 House Brisbane Inc Multicultural choir. Community food stalls and children's activities also feature in events the event. Kings and Queens of Pacific Rugby – An intercultural sporting event encompassing both boys’ and girls’ teams’ showing off best sporting Kings and Queens of Pacific Rugby $5,000 talent from within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, Association Inc and diverse Pacific Island and New Zealand Maori communities. Brisbane Fiesta Latina – An annual culture, food & music festival to celebrate and showcase diverse Latin-American traditions with the Latin American Community of $6,000 wider community in Queensland featuring folkloric dancing, food, Australia (QLD) Inc arts and crafts. Mackay Australian South Sea Islander Recognition Week 2018 – An annual commemoration of the arrival of in Australia by involving Australian South Sea Islanders and the wider Mackay & District Australian South $4,000 community in a series of week-long activities, including family day, Sea Islander Association Inc

morning tea, seniors bus tour, cooking and weaving workshops, and a cultural exhibition in local libraries. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Global Grooves Mackay – An annual multicultural event that aims to promote positive intercultural interaction by involving diverse cultural groups and wider community in activities including Welcome to Country ceremony; a parade of diverse cultural music, drumming, Mackay Regional Council $20,000 dancing and traditional dresses; Cultural Village with foodstalls, information displays about cultural diversity; and cultural performances. Brisbane Chinese Culture Festival – An established annual event that Mainland Chinese Society of aims to celebrate the diverse multicultural community in Queensland, $5,000 Queensland Inc and introduce unique Chinese culture to the wider community. Multicultural Mareeba Multicultural Festival – The festival is an annual event that events aims to promote social cohesion and celebrate the cultural depth of Far North Queensland. Activities include cultural music and dance Mareeba Multicultural Festival – $20,000 performances from 35 different cultural and faiths groups, Welcome Organising Committee to Country by Indigenous representative, a Parade of Nations, a

Citizenship Ceremony, and staging of food and information stalls. MOSAIC Festival: Many Cultures – One Community – An annual event that demonstrates community goodwill and acceptance of refugees from diverse backgrounds. Activities will include a Citizenship Ceremony, cultural performances, community and market MDA Ltd. $20,000 stalls with traditional handcrafts, cooking demonstrations, sports tournaments, world music and dance, amusement rides, animal displays, photographic exhibition, and a wellness program. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

LUMINOUS Lantern Parade – A signature event of Queensland Week (attended by approx. 15,000 people). LUMINOUS, especially as part of 2016 #CreateWelcome goa billboard campaign, has become MDA Ltd. $8,000 an iconic annual event that “Welcomes New Queenslanders”, advocating for a diverse Queensland that is inclusive, especially for refugees and those affected by socio-political strife. Moreton Bay Multicultural Fiesta – This event, formerly known as Caboolture Multicultural Festival, aims to promote community Multicultural Association of cohesion and increased appreciation of cultural diversity by the wider $5,000 Caboolture and Surrounds Inc community. Activities will have a youth focus, and will include music performances as well as cultural display stalls and foodstalls. 2018 International Café – An annual multicultural event that offers Multicultural students workshops, and involves seniors in healthy fun activities to Multicultural Communities Council - $5,000 events promote increased sense of belonging and recognition of cultural Gold Coast Ltd diversity on the Gold Coast.

Technicolour Multicultural Festival – This event promotes an inclusive community and appreciation of multiculturalism through a variety of activities including a talent quest, music concert, craft, Multicultural Community Centre Ltd $4,000 interactive cultural displays, Indigenous talking-circle, African hair braiding, and a music performance workshop. BurmaFest – A showcase of various Burmese ethnic communities in Logan to foster a unified, respectful and harmonious community Multilink Community Services Inc $4,000 identity both within Burmese community and in wider Logan community. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Welcome To Charleville – An annual event that aims to welcome migrants and refugees to the region, and to promote increased awareness of cultural diversity by local community. Activities will Murweh Shire Council $3,000 include traditional dance and music as well as food, information and cultural stalls. Teej (Women's Festival) – A cultural event that promotes empowerment, liberation and togetherness for Nepalese women, and Nepalese Community Gold Coast Inc $3,000 foster solidarity against each other to fight violence against women through means of songs, dances and traditional rituals. Nepalese New Year Celebration 2075 (April 2018) and TEEJ Festival (September 2018) – An annual celebration of Nepalese traditions that Nepalese Community in North $2,000 involves community members in a showcase of cultural Queensland (Townsville) Inc Multicultural performances, Nepalese traditions and cuisines. events Pasifika Gold Coast – An annual celebration hosted by Pacific communities on the Gold Coast, the event showcases diverse Pacific Island cultures to the wider community through activities including Pasifika Limited $5,000 diverse Pacific music and dance performances, foodstalls, and a health and well-being program. Pasifika Locale – A showcase of Pacific Islands' and Indigenous cultures and customs, featuring activities such as weaving and display Palmwoods Uniting Church $2,000 of diverse foods and ways of cooking them, as well as traditional songs and dance. Festival of Nesian Nations (formerly Pasifika Vibes Festival) – An annual community festival that promotes understanding and Pasifika Families Inc $6,000 awareness of Pacific Islander and Maori cultures, customs, languages and food. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Pasifika Multicultural Day Celebration 2018 – A showcase of Pacific Islander cultures through dialogue, art and crafts, storytelling and workshops to promote acceptance, understanding and knowledge of Pasifika Women's Alliance Inc $6,000 Pacific cultures among culturally diverse communities and the wider community. PolArt 2018 Festival – A high profile Polish cultural festival held Polonia Polish Association of every three years in capital cities around Australia. The 2018 event, in $5,000 Queensland Incorporated Brisbane, features a vast array of Polish visual and performing arts. Africa Day Festival – An annual celebration of the rich and diverse cultures and traditions of 54 African Nations represented in Queensland African Communities Queensland, and a commemoration of the founding of the $8,000 Council Inc Organization of African Unity, presently recognized as the Africa Union. Multicultural Brisbane Chinese Festival – An annual cultural event that celebrates events Chinese Lunar New Year, featuring performances presented by elite Queensland Chinese United Council $4,000 artists from China, and local Chinese community groups. Gold Coast Multicultural Festival – An annual celebration of multiculturalism on the Gold Coast, this event promotes positive interaction and community cohesion among diverse cultural groups and the wider community through a variety of activities including Queensland Cultural Events $20,000 presentations of culturally diverse art, craft, and food; international Association Inc music and dance performances; music and language workshops; multicultural storytelling; international film screening; sport presentation and a children's program. PCYC Inala - 2018 Multicultural Youth Day – An annual celebration of the rich diversity within the Inala community that fosters positive Queensland Police-Citizens Youth $8,000 understanding and connection between numerous cultural groups and Welfare Association (Inala PCYC) the wider community. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

FUNDING OFFER DECLINED Nowruz Ceremony (Persian New Year Ceremony) – A community QUT-Iranian Student Association $2,500 event to celebrate the Persian New Year, featuring a wealth of ancient rites and customs. Rockhampton Cultural Festival – A celebration of cultural diversity in Rockhampton; demonstrating the many benefits of multiculturalism, the contribution of the CALD community and the sharing of traditions Rockhampton Regional Council $10,000 amongst the broader community. The festival is also an opportunity to welcome new members to the community and build a sense of belonging. The Mount Isa Multicultural Festival – An annual celebration of multiculturalism in the region, this event engages people from diverse Roman Catholic Trust Corporation For Multicultural cultural backgrounds and local community in a showcase of cultural The Diocese Of Townsville (Good $10,000 events foods, dance, music, traditional dress, photographic displays, artifacts Shepherd Parish) and craft.

Scandinavian Festival – This event aims to promote an understanding of the Scandinavian culture to the wider community. Activities Scandinavian Festival Inc $4,000 include arts and craft, Viking displays, traditional food and performances by folk dancers, choir and musical performances. Brisbane Serbian Festival – This event promotes community cohesion and increased understanding of Serbian culture by the wider Serbian Orthodox Ecclesiastic School $6,000 community. Activities include traditional Serbian music, folkloric Community Saint Nikolas singing and dancing, and traditional food stalls. Festival of Colours – This event, also known as Holi, is a Hindu festival that aims to promote increased understanding of Hindu Shree Sanatan Dharam Hindu $3,500 culture by the wider community through demonstrations of cultural Association of Qld Inc

food, music, and dance. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Vaisakhi Celebration – A cultural event with traditional Sikh dancing, music and food stalls that engages members of the Sikh community Singh Sabha Brisbane $3,000 and people from the wider community to foster harmony, appreciation of cultural diversity, and positive intercultural relations. Saralanga – An annual celebration of Sri Lankan cultures that involves the Sinhalese community and the wider community. The Sinhala Association of Queensland Inc $3,000 celebration features traditional dance, and music presented by children and youth. Multicultural Street Party & Celebration of Difference – A street party inclusive of diverse cultural groups and local community to South West Interagency Service $7,000 promote multiculturalism and inclusiveness, as well as acceptance Provider Group Multicultural and understanding of all cultural groups. events African Festival – This event aims to promote increased understanding and improved awareness about diverse African cultures by the wider community. Activities will include traditional and Spirit of Africa Cultural Association $5,000 contemporary dances, drama, singing, band performances, storytelling

and presentation of cultural food. Lockyer Multicultural Event – A regional multicultural event that celebrates the richness of cultural diversity within the local community, promotes welcome to recently arrived residents, and Spirit of the Valley Events Inc $6,000 fosters acceptance and understanding among members of the local community. Shreemad Bhagwat Maha Puran – A 3-day spiritual event that celebrates togetherness among members of the local community by Spiritual Learning Centre Australia $3,000 engaging them in deliberation about diverse cultural values and Inc identities, as well as review of spiritual literature. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Sinhala & Tamil New Year Cultural Festival (Sri Lankan New Year) – An annual cultural event to showcase Sri Lankan culture by Sri Lanka Society of Queensland Inc $2,000 revisiting the old traditions and rituals practised from ancient days, cultural dances, songs, music and Sri Lankan food. Cairns Greek Festival – An annual Paniyiri Greek festival in Far North Queensland that aims to promote community cohesion, and increased understanding of Greek culture by the wider community. Event activities include tasting of Greek music and dance, Zorba St John's Community Care Ltd $5,000 lessons, cooking lessons, honey puff eating and olive spitting, and a multicultural entertainment program featuring diverse cultural performances. St Patrick's Day Parade - Brisbane Irish Festival – An annual Multicultural celebration that promotes Irish cultures to the wider community. St Patrick's Day Parade Association events Apart from the parade, the celebration also features a black tie $5,000 Inc evening ball and dinner, family sports day, Irish bands, dancers and

choir, and an Irish mass. Harmony Day: Everyone Belongs on the Sunshine Coast – A Harmony Day event that celebrates cultural diversity on the Sunshine Coast under the theme of ‘Everyone Belongs’ through various Sunshine Coast Multicultural Network $5,000 activities, including sand sculpture and beach soccer delivered in partnership with local surf clubs and diverse cultural groups. Deepavali Festival (Festival of Lights) – A traditional annual cultural event that promotes understanding of Tamil Indian culture to the Tamil Association (Qld) Inc $3,000 wider community. Activities include traditional music, singing, dancing, drama and food display. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Waitangi at Twilight – An annual celebration of Waitangi Day, this event will engage Maori, Pacific Islander groups, Indigenous community, and people from the wider community in a cultural journey that features Welcome to Country and Maori welcome Te Korowai Aroha Inc $15,000 ceremonies; traditional songs and dance; multicultural foodstalls; traditional arts and craft displays; social workshops; information stalls from service providers, schools, sports clubs, employment services; and Police recruitment. Pongal Festival Qld 2018 – A traditional Tamil harvest festival that gathers all members of the community to offer thanks to the sun, the nature, and farmers for their hard work. Members from diverse Thaai Tamil School Inc $3,000 cultural groups and people from the wider community are invited to Multicultural the festival to be involved in a showcase of Tamil culture, rituals and events food. Brisbane Thai Festival 2018 – An annual Thai Festival that showcases Thai culture and lifestyle to the wider community to foster goodwill Thai-Australian Association of $3,000 and friendship between people of Thai heritage and other Queensland Inc

Queenslanders. Baishakhi Mela - A South Asian New Year Festival – An annual celebration of South Asian communities' New Year that involves The Bangladesh Association in diverse cultural groups with South Asian heritage in music and dances $5,000 Brisbane Inc performances, poem recitation, fashion show, artefacts/handicrafts and food stalls. Japan and Friends Day – An annual event that showcases Japanese The Japanese Society Of Gold Coast culture, expressing appreciation of multiculturalism and acceptance $3,000 Inc by local community. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

The Korean Festival – This festival celebrates Korean National Liberation Day and aims to promote Korean culture to the wider community. Activities include traditional Korean performances, The Korean Society of Queensland Inc $5,000 martial art demonstrations, Korean Orchestra performance, and pop dances. Syrian National Day – A celebration of the independence of Syria from the French colonial occupation that engages Syrian community The Syrian Community Council in $3,000 members in traditional and interactive activities to promote unity and Qld Inc community cohesion. Togo Independence Day – A community gathering to celebrate Togo Togolese Association of Queensland Multicultural Independence Day, featuring sharing of food, settlement experience, $3,000 Inc events individual achievements, and music presentations. Toowoomba Languages and Cultures Festival – An annual

celebration of multiculturalism in the that promotes community awareness of the region's cultural diversity and its Toowoomba International benefits. Activities include cultural music and performances, arts and $20,000 Multicultural Society crafts, food, artworks, multicultural health and wellness expo, short cultural movies, photographic competition/exhibition, Turkish Belly dancing, cultural buskers and a multi-faith information display. The 5th Toowoomba Mosque Open Day and Food Festival – A social event to promote understanding and mutual respect between Muslim Toowoomba Islamic Charitable and non-Muslim Queenslanders through an open house at the $3,000 Organisation Pty Ltd Toowoomba Mosque, featuring cultural performances, sharing of traditional food, and information sessions. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Glendi Festival – An annual Paniyiri Greek festival in North Queensland that promotes community cohesion and an increased community awareness about Greek cultures by engaging people from Townsville Greek and Cultural $10,000 diverse cultural backgrounds and local community in an array of Festivals Inc cultural activities including food and wine tasting, music and dance performances, cooking displays, grape stomping and plate smashing. Townsville Cultural Fest and Festival of Lights and Convoy of Cultures – Annual celebrations of multiculturalism in Townsville. The five-day Cultural Fest and the Festival of Lights and Convoy of Cultures events showcase the cultural diversity of North Queensland Townsville Intercultural Centre Ltd $25,000 Multicultural through a variety of activities including music and dance events performances, cultural arts and craft displays, sporting activities, interactive youth workshops, international food stalls, street parade with roving cultural performances, and Bollywood nights. Refugee Week Film Screening(s) and Celebratory Breakfast – An Townsville Multicultural Support event to promote welcome to refugees, and celebrate the $5,000 Group Inc achievements of those who have settled in the region. Annual Multicultural Celebration – An annual celebration of cultural Vedanta Centre of Sydney – Brisbane diversity, showcasing the variety of Indian, Sri Lankan, Fijian, $1,000 Chapter Malaysian and Singapore cultures through drama, music and dance. Vietnamese Lunar New Year Festival – An annual celebration of Vietnamese Lunar New Year that promotes Vietnamese culture to the Vietnamese Community in Australia – wider community through traditional ceremonies, cultural song and $5,000 QLD Chapter Inc dance performances, food stalls, lion dance, fireworks, fire crackers and children's activities. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Taste of Egypt – This event promotes cohesion among Egyptian, Eritrean, Ethiopian, Sudanese, and Indian communities, and Virgin Mary Coptic Orthodox Church showcases Coptic culture through historical and cultural $4,000 Inc performances, food stalls and cooking classes, camel and pony rides, and health information sessions in community languages. Songkran (Thai New Year) Festival – A celebration of Thai New Year, which promotes an understanding of the Thai and Buddhist culture to the wider community. Activities include New Year Wat Thai Buddharam Inc $3,000 blessings by the monks, traditional lunch offerings, dance and music, and food stalls. Multicultural Folklines Multicultural Program – This event is a key component of events the Woodford Folk Festival that aims to increase understanding and acceptance of cultural diversity by the wider community. Activities Woodfordia Inc $10,000 include workshops and performances of cultural music and dance, storytelling and visual arts presented by culturally diverse artists and

communities. 2018 Brisbane International Arts Festival to celebrate Harmony Week – A community event that celebrates Harmony Day in Australia World Arts & Multi-Culture Inc $4,000 through showcasing artistic excellence from local and international arts communities. Sub-total – events $701,000 Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated Promote cultural understanding, intercultural connections, community Celebrating participation and a sense of belonging for people from refugee and Acacia Ridge Community Support Inc Multicultural migrant backgrounds through community gatherings and information $20,000 (t/a Belong) Queensland sessions, including meal sharing and various presentations from local (CMQ) grants community organisations, associations and sporting clubs. program – Build community capacity and improve social inclusion and quality of life of people with a disability from refugee and migrant backgrounds by connecting them with community volunteers to AMPARO Advocacy Inc $22,000 support development of sufficient knowledge to successfully navigate

disability systems and available support mechanisms. Multicultural Improve self-confidence, personal well-being, access to mainstream services, and employment opportunities for people from diverse projects Central Queensland Multicultural cultural backgrounds by engaging them in monthly community $10,500 Association Inc workshops and information sessions that also involve representatives from local services and industries. Document interviews with musicians from diverse cultural backgrounds that feature composition of their families, represented cultures and values, and life experiences. Involved musicians will also Ethnic Broadcasting Association of $10,000 be supported to record and promote their music through multiple Queensland Ltd (t/a Radio 4EB) distribution channels to generate business opportunities and increased connections with the wider community.

FUNDING OFFER DECLINED Build social cohesion, intercultural connections and cross-cultural understanding between seniors and people from culturally diverse FSG Australia $19,000 backgrounds, including migrant and refugee women through information sessions and quarterly cultural cinema screenings. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Engage Year 12 students from Pacific Island communities (including Samoan, Tongan and Maori) in a two-day intensive leadership program to promote increased self-confidence, and support them in Griffith University – Logan Campus $12,000 developing measures to progress towards their higher education and life-long learning goals. Facilitate welcome, inclusion and intercultural connections for newly arrived refugees and migrants, including international students, Joiningthedots International $20,000 through community gatherings, group workshops, welcome dinners, community markets, and sport activities. Engage students (Year 5 - 8) from migrant and refugee backgrounds in two series of workshops to promote their self-confidence and self- La Luna Youth Arts Association Inc $22,000 esteem, as well as enhance intercultural connections and social Multicultural support. projects Welcome migrants and refugees to the region, and build increased capacity in community participation through engaging them in a Maryborough Neighbourhood Centre community education program focusing on English literacy, life $20,000 Inc skills, job search, access to services and supports, and creating pathways for employment and personal development. Partner with State Library of Queensland and Queensland Museum to collect and preserve personal histories and artefacts of refugees and migrants, who have settled in Queensland over the last two decades, MDA Ltd $22,000 to celebrate and acknowledge their contributions to Queensland. The collection will potentially be made permanently available through State Library Queensland. Upskill volunteers from culturally diverse backgrounds and engage them in delivery of Statewide information support to isolated and Multicultural Communities Council $12,000 vulnerable young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds from Gold Coast Limited an established call centre. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated Provide social support and development opportunities for migrants Multicultural Families Organisation and refugees through community gatherings and linking them with $19,500 Inc local sport clubs, youth services and other support organisations. Engage various community associations, social groups, local businesses, and diverse cultural groups in monthly gatherings to facilitate cultural conversations, intercultural connections, raise Nambour Community Centre Inc $9,000 awareness of cultural diversity, and build sustainable relationships and supportive networks.

Engage migrant and refugee students from the Yeronga State High school in a series of workshops focusing on sharing individual stories, Opera Queensland Limited $12,074 Multicultural song writing, exploring vocal abilities to build self-confidence and projects showcase diverse cultures and traditions. Support refugee children and their families to participate in various team sports at local sporting clubs, including attending training Pushing Barriers Inc $12,000 sessions and matches. Conduct an online survey, interviews and focus group meetings with new migrants to the region to document their settlement experience

and identify their service needs. Photos of migrants and videos of their stories will then be featured in an interactive web portal to Sunshine Coast Regional Council $14,000 promote welcome and intercultural support. A service directory will also be developed to promote increased access to local services by new migrants. Involve students from Torres Strait Islander and non-Torres Strait Islander communities in traditional dances and songs, and develop Thursday Island State Primary School $13,000 cultural resources to promote Torres Strait Island cultures to the wider P&C Association community. Funding Funding Description Funding Recipient Initiative Allocated

Engage young people from diverse cultural backgrounds in soccer training and a tournament; supporting their participation in local sport Townsville Islamic Society Inc $12,000 activities and involving their families in sustained social network to prevent social isolation. Engage people from culturally diverse backgrounds with local service providers and other key stakeholders in monthly sessions to facilitate Welcoming Intercultural Neighbours $15,000 Multicultural intercultural interactions and cultural appreciation, and link service Inc projects providers with new residents in the Gladstone region. Provide employment pathway support to migrants and refugees who hold a Cert III in Aged Care or Individual Support by offering them a Wesley Mission Queensland $12,000 12-week program of tailored English classes, including workshops on job interview preparation and client care. Sub-total – projects $308,074 Total – CMQ grants $1,009,074

ATTACHMENT 5 Funding recipients under 2017-18 Community Action for a Multicultural Society program – Multicultural Affairs

Funding Initiative Description Funding Recipient Funding Allocated The CAMS program Access Community Services $123,111 centres on delivering (Logan) outcomes in social Anglicare Southern Queensland connectedness for (Ipswich) $123,111 culturally and Bundaberg and District linguistically diverse Neighbourhood Centre $71,815 individuals and groups. Centacare FNQ (Cairns) $123,110

Central Queensland From 2015–16 to 2017–18 Multicultural Association funding was provided $123,110 (Rockhampton) under the Community George Street Neighbourhood Investment Specification Centre (Mackay) $71,815 of the former Department of Communities, Child Good Shepherd Parish (Mt Isa) $71,815 Safety and Disability Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Services. Centre $71,815 Islamic Women’s Association of Organisations were funded Australia (Muslim women – $123,110 Community Action for delivery of Statewide) for a Multicultural community/community Mackay Regional Council Society (CAMS) centre-based development, (Australian South Sea Islander $75,024 program coordination and support communities – Statewide) to: MDA Ltd (Brisbane and Grants • increase ability for – Statewide) $378,942 individuals and Mercy Community Services community groups to (Toowoomba) $123,110 participate positively in Multicultural Communities their community Council Gold Coast $123,110 • improve access to Multilink (Pacific Islander individual support communities – Statewide) $129,517 services Nambour Community Centre $71,815 • increase public Neighbourhood Centre awareness of the needs $123,110 and issues experienced Caboolture Queensland Council of Social by vulnerable $123,111 Queenslanders Service (Statewide) • improve liveability, Queensland Program of resilience and cohesion Assistance to Survivors of $75,024 in Queensland Torture and Trauma (Brisbane) communities. Townsville Multicultural Support Group $123,110 Total $2,248,685

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Funding recipients under other 2017-18 Multicultural Affairs initiatives

Funding Initiative Description Funding Recipient Funding Allocated

Multicultural Peak Funding for sector Ethnic Communities $102,630 Funding for Sector development through the peak Council of Queensland Development service for ethnic (ECCQ) communities.

On the Same Wave Deliver community education Surf Life Saving $34,000 to migrants and refugees to Queensland, as a share of enhance their water safety Queensland Government knowledge. total contribution

Annual contribution NAATI sets, maintains and approved to NAATI $99,428 to National enhances high national Accreditation standards for the translating Authority for and interpreting profession in Translators and Australia. NAATI is owned Interpreters by Commonwealth, State and (NAATI) Territory Governments. As part owners, Queensland along with other State and Territory governments provide an annual funding contribution to the organisation to support its ongoing operation.

Refugee and Coordinate delivery of approved for Community $700,000 Asylum Seeker financial and individual Qld Ltd support initiative support for vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Queensland. Funding Initiative Description Funding Recipient Funding Allocated

One-off Projects Assist the Taiwan Women’s approved for Taiwan $50,000 League of Queensland to Women’s League of establish a community centre Queensland (Runcorn) to support community members to access and participate in the community, as well as to promote a sense of belonging and build community confidence and resilience. Funding was provided as an election commitment by Palaszczuk Government.

Assist vulnerable people approved for Anglicare $20,000 within Maori and Pasifika Southern Queensland communities through cultural awareness training workshops to enhance capability and capacity of educators, government and the community.

Waves Forward project to approved for Multicultural $20,000 engage schools with Communities Council of significant numbers of Gold Coast Pasifika and Maori youth on Gold Coast through cultural awareness training workshops for school staff and a Waves Forward expo.

Workshops to train Somali approved for Queensland $20,000 and Sudanese community co- Program of Assistance to facilitators in the Rocks and Survivors of Torture and Water education program, and Trauma (QPASTT) workshops for vulnerable young people from the Somali and Sudanese communities, to provide young people a pathway to self-awareness, increased self-confidence and social functioning. Funding Initiative Description Funding Recipient Funding Allocated

Multicultural For activities to implement A recurrent budget of N/A Recognition Act the Act and promote the $770,000 is allocated to 2016 Multicultural Queensland Multicultural Affairs implementation Charter, including the Queensland for the budget Multicultural Queensland implementation of the Advisory Council and the Multicultural Recognition Multicultural Queensland Act 2016. Ambassador program, together with procured projects as outlined below:

Activities to explore leading approved for Welcoming $80,000 practice and work with Cities regional councils to support inclusion of new arrivals and attract, grow and retain diversity

Research on the economic approved for Deloitte $205,280 and social benefits of Access Economics improving the recognition of overseas gained qualifications

Question on Notice

No. 4

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 6 of the DLGRMA SDS, and the Eagle Farm redevelopment, will the Minister please provide a detailed timeline of the process from commencement to the current date?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The table below provides a detailed timeline of the Eagle Farm redevelopment:

Date Activity

June 2014 On 7 June, the then Treasurer and Minister announced a $22 million redevelopment of Eagle Farm. August 2014 Closure of Eagle Farm on 20 August 2014. October 2014 Contract awarded for the track element of the project. Contractor, Evergreen Turf, granted occupancy of the site on 27 October 2014. May 2015 Evergreen Turf completed works excluding over tunnel areas and commenced maintenance for three (3) months. August 2015 BRC assumed responsibility for ongoing maintenance of the track. FK Gardner awarded the infield component contract, works commenced immediately. December 2015 Handover of Course Proper and ‘A Grass’ at the Pedestrian Tunnel from FK Gardner to Evergreen Turf. February 2016 Handover of Course Proper and ‘A Grass’ at the Vehicle Tunnel from FK Gardner to Evergreen Turf. May 2016 The scheduled mid-week opening race meeting for 11 May 2016 was rescheduled to an alternative venue. On 19 May, barrier trials and soft re-opening of the Eagle Farm facility was held. On 25 May, Practical Completion (after turfing over the delayed tunnel area). Date Activity

The project superintendent, Daltons, prepared a detailed Practical Completion Report (May 2016), sent to BRC and RQ. June 2016 On 11 June the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap meeting marked the return of racing at Eagle Farm. The Queensland Oaks race meeting on 4 June, which was to be the return to racing at Eagle Farm, was abandoned due to an extreme weather event. Between 11 June 2016 and 13 March 2017, thirty-two (32) race meetings were held at Eagle Farm March 2017 Between 22 March and 22 April, five (5) race meetings were transferred from Eagle Farm to allow for remediation works to the track. On 24 March, BRC engaged Evergreen Turf to undertake remediation works on the track over a 12-week period prior to the Winter Carnival. April 2017 Two (2) race meetings were held at Eagle Farm between 29 April and 3 May. May 2017 On 27 May, the Group 1 Kingsford-Smith Cup was held at Eagle Farm. Following the performance of the track, RQ sought feedback from relevant stakeholders. On 28 May, RQ issued three notices to BRC with the following directions: - not to hold the Queensland Oaks racing meeting on Saturday, 3 June 2017 at Eagle Farm Racecourse; - to hold the Queensland Oaks race meeting on Saturday, 3 June 2017 at Doomben Racecourse; - not to hold the Stradbroke Handicap race meeting on Saturday, 10 June 2017 at Eagle Farm Racecourse, and to hold the Stradbroke Handicap race meeting on Saturday, 10 June 2017 at Doomben Racecourse. June 2017 On 5 June, the then Minister for Racing issued a Ministerial Direction to RQ to rectify the Eagle Farm track as a matter or priority. On 12 June, RQ appointed Mr Dale Monteith to undertake a review of the matters involved with the Eagle Farm track. On the recommendation of Mr Monteith, RQ also appointed Sports Turf Consultants (Aust.) Pty Ltd (STC) to undertake laboratory testing and analysis of the surface. Samples analysed, results provided to Dale Monteith, noting the taking of samples were delayed due to rain July 2017 Mr Monteith provided his final report to the Minister and RQ.

September 2017 RQ assessed Dale Monteith’s report and commenced procurement to secure delivery of the required materials and services. On 4 September the first meeting of the Project Control Group (PCG) was held, with representatives from RQ, BRC, project superintendent and independent expert. October 2017 Following input from the PCG and completion of procurement processes, a contract was awarded for the track remediation to FK Gardner. Works commenced on the site at the end of October 2017. December 2017 Laying of turf commenced in December 2017. April 2018 On 13 April, Practical completion of the remediation project. Contractor commenced demobilising from the site and the track handed back to RQ and the BRC. RQ and BRC have established a Maintenance Control Group, which is overseeing the maintenance of the track under the direction of STC for 12 months. The former Flemington Track Manager, Mr Mick Goodie, an RQ employee, is also supporting the Maintenance Control Group whilst the track grows in.

Question on Notice

No. 5

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

Will the Minister please provide an update on the implementation of the recommendations contained in the MacSporran report, as referenced in page 51 of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries SDS?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The final report of the Queensland Greyhound Racing Industry Commission of Inquiry (MacSporran Report) was delivered to the then Premier and Minister for the Arts on 1 June 2015.

The MacSporran Report set out 15 recommendations and 75 Government initiated activities aimed at improving integrity and animal welfare in the racing industry.

Recommendations fully implemented include: • Recommendation 1: Institutional and functional model for integrity management of the Queensland Racing Industry • Recommendation 2: Operational model for the commercial business of the racing industry • Recommendation 3: The detecting, assessing, mitigating and prosecution of all breaches of the Racing Act or any other relevant Act • Recommendation 6: Injury tracking • Recommendation 8: Discontinuation of QGreys breeding incentive program • Recommendation 12: Overbreeding of greyhounds and the issue of wastage.

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (the Commission) and Racing Queensland share responsibility for implementing the remaining recommendations of the MacSporran Report and the associated government activities. The Commission and Racing Queensland co-chair a joint MacSporran Working Group to govern these activities.

The development and roll out of RandLE as a Customer Relationship Management tool will allow QRIC to maintain and appropriately share information relating to licences and register racing animals in Queensland.

RandLE is being released in a phased approach, and Phase 1 (creation of public portal and accounts), Phase 2 (online greyhound licence trainer applications) and Phase 3, (Thoroughbred Trainer licence renewals, stable addresses, and Greyhound Owner, Breeder and Trainer Renewals) are complete.

Phase One was delivered in October 2017, Phase Two in January 2018 and Phase Three in July 2018. Further phases can and will be added as business needs are identified.

The status of the remaining recommendations is as follows:

Implementation of the following recommendations is being managed by the Commission:

Recommendations 4 and 7: The tracking of greyhounds from birth to leaving the racing industry • The Commission has invested in the development of a Customer Relationship Management tool, RandLE, to collect, maintain and appropriately manage information relating to licensees and registered racing animals in Queensland. • Upcoming phases of RandLE will, fully satisfy Recommendations 4 and 7.

Recommendations 5 and 9: The tracking of greyhounds from birth to leaving the racing industry and Overbreeding of greyhounds and the issue of wastage • This matter is subject to further analysis to ensure overbreeding and wastage do not re-emerge as issues.

Recommendation 10: Overbreeding of greyhounds and the issue of wastage • On full implementation, RandLE, will significantly contribute to satisfying this Recommendation.

Recommendation 14: Licensing • On full implementation, RandLE, will significantly contribute to satisfying this Recommendation.

Implementation of the following recommendations are predominantly being managed by Racing Queensland:

Recommendation 11: Overbreeding of greyhounds and the issue of wastage • Draft training track policies and operating guidelines are being revised by Racing Queensland on the basis of stakeholder and industry feedback later in 2018 which will contribute towards satisfying this Recommendation.

Recommendation 13: Licensing • Draft training track policies and operating guidelines are being revised by Racing Queensland on the basis of stakeholder and industry feedback later in 2018. • On full implementation, RandLE, will significantly contribute to satisfying this Recommendation.

Recommendation 15: Training Tracks • Draft training track policies and operating guidelines are being revised by Racing Queensland on the basis of stakeholder and industry feedback later in 2018.

Question on Notice

No. 6

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to SDS page 2 and the key priorities for the Works for Queensland Program, can the Minister provide for 16/17 and 17/18 and reported separately by each Council area a) the number of new FTEs that have been provided in each Council area for the two financial years, and b) the description of each project and quantum of funds for each project reported separately by Council?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government’s Works for Queensland program was established during 2016-17 with an initial budget of $200 million. In the 2017-18 State budget, an additional $200 million was approved for the program, and, as with the 2016-17 program, this was allocated to the 65 Local Governments outside of South East Queensland for expenditure in 2017-19. The program’s objective is to fund job- creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

In accepting Works for Queensland funding, recipient Councils are to report on the status of the projects, expenditure incurred and number of jobs which have been supported, sustained or created in local communities or across regions. It should be noted recipient Councils do not report on FTEs, only job numbers.

For the 2016-17 round of Works for Queensland, Councils reported more than 6,000 jobs were created, supported or sustained across 700 Council projects in rural and regional Queensland. For 2017-19, eligible Councils estimate more than 5,500 jobs will be created, supported or sustained across more than 600 projects.

The attached reports (Attachment 1 projects in the 2016-17 funding round and Attachment 2 projects in the 2017-19 funding round) lists projects by Council as at 30 June 2018. The reports show the amounts allocated to each project and the number of jobs created, supported or sustained. For the 2017-19 Works for Queensland program, it should be noted that three projects have received preliminary approval with final approval dependent on the Councils meeting certain requirements: Council Project with preliminary Requirement for final approval approval Cassowary Coast • Fender Pilon Replacement Council is to obtain Regional Council Cardwell Jetty Development Approvals • Floating Walkway - Meunga for both projects. Creek Boat Ramp Cairns Regional • Green Patch Upgrades Council is to secure land Council tenure for the project.

TOTAL estimated jobs W4Q Council Project title Project description supported/created (for project budget reporting) NOT FTEs (GST Excl.)

This project will expand the capacity of the complex an additional 8 rooms in stage 1. Additional works include improving access to and from the site, McKenzie Drive Contractors Aurukun Shire Council survey, site works, water and sewerage infrastructure audits and 15.00 $ 1,509,181.01 Accommodation stormwater drainage connections. Stage 2 will include the addition of 24 beds and associated dining and laundry facilities.

Construct Staff Accommodation Duplex. There is a critical need for Staff Accommodation‐New additional suitable staff accommodation. This additional duplex will Aurukun Shire Council 10.00 $ 661,630.95 Construction enhance the Shire's ability to attract and retain employees. Vacant unidentified block which adjoins Lots 902, 516 and 404 has been selected.

Audit all Staff Accommodation Roofs and undertake renovations‐a number of staff residences were constructed in the early 70s. The number of Staff Accommodation‐Roof Aurukun Shire Council requests for roof repairs from leaks has increased considerably. An audit is 4.00 $ 156,237.02 Audit and Renovations required on all staff housing to determine which residences require roof replacement.

Roof at Council Administration Centre, Aurukun‐the building is basically two freestanding buildings with an adjoining walkway and less than substantial roof structure between. The age of the building and the current storm Council Administration Centre ‐ Aurukun Shire Council water drainage requires the roof to be redesigned in some places and 5.00 $ 172,951.02 Renovation replaced. Council has recently invested considerable funds into the interior refurbishment and replacement of the roof will protect the internal furnishings, fittings and IT hardware.

Dirranbandi sporting clubs are currently using the Dirranbandi School oval, but this arrangement has raised concerns over unrestricted access through Dirranbandi Sports Oval the school grounds. To alleviate these concerns, and to secure continued Balonne Shire Council 0.00 $ 5,734.00 Amenities Facility community use of the oval, Council is proposing to erect a multi‐purpose facility incorporating amenities, storage, kitchen facilities and parking on Council land immediately adjacent to the oval.

The masterplan incorporates a number of phased projects to beautify the river foreshore area while improving safety, amenity and access to the area. A concrete walkway running the length of St Georges Terrace is St George Riverscape popular with residents and visitors for recreation and exercise. A 200 Balonne Shire Council 8.00 $ 263,884.24 Masterplan metre section of the pathway will be replaced and widened from the existing 2 metres to 3 metres and rectify existing safety and structural defects. extra footpath and disability ramp costs associated with safety handrail manufacture and installation.

Thallon Hall is the main function facility for the small town of Thallon. It is the main gathering point for community events in the town that is located an hour from St George. With summertime temperatures regular reaching Balonne Shire Council Thallon Hall Air‐Conditioning 3.00 $ 23,479.64 the 40s, two 20kw reverse‐cycle air‐conditioner units are proposed for the auditorium and a ducted unit for the kitchen. Presently there is just ceiling fans in the main hall area.

Bollon’s Civic Centre is the venue for numerous community events. The project will replace ceiling fans with four evaporative air‐conditioning units in the auditorium. Two 20kw split system units are proposed for the Bollon Civic Centre Air‐ Balonne Shire Council kitchen and supper hall area, which is a separate room from the main 3.00 $ 49,521.89 conditioning auditorium. an additional reverse cycle air‐conditioner in the supper room. Due to the amount of glass area and radiant heat from cooking equipment and extra unit would increase energy efficiency.

Like many small rural communities, the hall at Hebel is Council owned and the main infrastructure for community events. Three 30kw air‐conditioner Balonne Shire Council Hebel Hall Air‐conditioning units are proposed for the open planned hall which comprises an 3.00 $ 19,000.00 auditorium and supper room. Short term employment will be supported with the engagement of a local electrical contractor.

The St George Cultural Centre is the main function space for the town and the largest in the shire. The roof above the kitchen will be renewed as it is St George Cultural Centre Balonne Shire Council currently rusted and the wooden roof batons are in a rotted state and 6.00 $ 59,619.62 Kitchen Upgrade poses a major safety and structural hazard. Roof insulation will be installed and evaporative air‐conditioning.

The project involves the installation of four reverse cycle air‐conditioning Dirranbandi Civic Centre units to the Dirranbandi Civic Centre supper room. This will improve the Balonne Shire Council 3.00 $ 10,541.83 Supper Room Air‐conditioning functionality of the facility which is the main community space in Dirranbandi. It will also support local employers and retailers.

The Thallon Library is contained within the Thallon Hall. The library will be extended into the spare store area of the hall as presently it is difficult to Balonne Shire Council Thallon Library Upgrade accommodate the groups that utilise the library. A modern fit out will be 3.00 $ 40,629.42 completed to meet current safety standards. Local tradespeople and retailers will be supported with this month‐long project.

The flooring at the Bollon Library is in a severely deteriorated state. This project will involve the recarpeting of the library. A modern fit out will be Balonne Shire Council Bollon Library Upgrade 3.00 $ 12,814.43 completed to meet current safety standards. Local tradespeople and retailers will be supported throughout the project. Upgrades to the Hebel Library include construction of a demountable toilet. Guttering will be replaced as there is structural flooding after heavy rainfall. The existing 19‐year‐old wall mounted air‐conditioner will be replaced with Balonne Shire Council Hebel Library Upgrade a modern reverse‐cycle split system. A small porch and shaded awning will 4.00 $ 70,434.21 be constructed along the entry side of library donga. A small kitchenette will also be installed with a bench, sink and hot water dispenser. A modern fit out will be completed to meet current safety standards.

Re‐paint exterior of Bollon Civic Centre (includes main hall, supper room Re‐paint of Bollon Civic Centre Balonne Shire Council and library). This project has been proposed by the Bollon community for a 2.00 $ 55,976.02 Exterior number of years but due to lack of budget funding has not occurred.

Install new shade structure at Bollon Civic Centre. The current structure Bollon Civic Centre Shade consists of shade cloth and after 20 years has ripped from weather and age. Balonne Shire Council 2.00 $ 14,098.70 Structure The proposed structure will be metal to improve longevity and reduce maintenance costs. Works for Queensland 2017‐19 Projects List

TOTAL estimated jobs W4Q Council Project title Project description supported/created (for project budget reporting) NOT FTEs (GST Excl.)

The project includes expanding the capacity of the contractor accommodation site by completing an additional 8 rooms, improving access to and from the site, survey, site works, Aurukun Shire Council McKenzie Camp 2 8.50 $200,000.00 water and sewerage infrastructure audits, stormwater drainage connections, and fit out of 24 rooms.

Workshop Depot The current Depot has major issues with drainage during the wet season. The existing Aurukun Shire Council Drainage and pavement is bare earth. There is no drainage system in place. The project will provide an 4.50 $360,000.00 Pavement improved surface; concrete pad for unloading of freight and also drainage to take water

Sewerage Infrastructure ‐ Tal Tal Tal Tal Street upgrade will provide a new sewer pump station. John Koowarta Drive upgrade Aurukun Shire Council 3.50 $292,000.00 Street and John works is at the southern end of the sewer line. Koowarta Drive

This project will relocate 5 gifted housing cabins from their current location to a new Staff Housing Precinct ‐ location, restump the cabins, install water and power connections, provide access points and Aurukun Shire Council John Koowarta and 13.00 $1,258,000.00 locations for bins and gates. The project will also assess further surplus stock of Queensland Fred Kerindun Drives Government housing cabins and determine which houses are suitable for relocation.

This funding will provide new floor coverings at the Supermarket. The project was proposed Supermarket Floor Aurukun Shire Council for W4Q 16/17, however, the outcome of the tender conducted indicated insufficient funds. 4.00 $200,000.00 Coverings The project budget reflects the indicative price of the previous procurement.

Rowden Park Refurbishment of the Grandstand will include stump repairs, replacing rotted structural Balonne Shire Council Grandstand 8.00 $150,000.00 timbers, waterproofing, painting, installation of new wiring and switchboard. Refurbishment

The extension to and revitalisation of the St George swimming pool complex will incorporate St George Thermal a great artesian spa. This will provide positive boost to our local tourism infrastructure, Balonne Shire Council 10.00 $750,000.00 Spring Hot Baths which will lead to extended stays and the creation of more direct and indirect employment opportunities for local people.

CCTV will be upgraded with new cameras to provide high‐quality imaging to increase public St George CCTV safety, deter property crime, and assist Queensland Police. The project will align with the Balonne Shire Council 7.00 $70,000.00 Upgrades Council’s CCTV Strategy (2017‐2021). New CCTV cameras (featuring facial recognition and Wi‐Fi connectivity) will be installed in strategic locations as per Council’s CCTV Strategy.

St George Depot The St George Council works depot will undergo major refurbishment with the construction Balonne Shire Council 10.00 $200,000.00 Refurbishment of a training centre and additional office space.

Balonne Shire Council Bollon Showground Removal of the existing dilapidated kitchen structure and construction of a new shed and 6.00 $40,000.00 Kitchen Shed and skillion for use by community groups to cater at various community events such as the Skillion Construction annual polocrosse, campdraft, rodeo and pony club events.

Installation of Automatic Water Meter Reading technology across Banana Shire Council primarily concentrating on the townships of Moura and Biloela. The fundamental technology at the heart of this funding application will physically connect Automated Water to existing Banana Shire Council infrastructure (Water meters) and will provide a wealth of Banana Shire Council Meter Reading 8.00 $500,000.00 information which will primarily be used for water meter reading purposes however can be Technology used for leak detection, water conservation management, demand management, load balancing, network planning and optimisation which will in turn encourage sustainable water practises.

Car Park – Baralaba Construct 8 bay carpark opposite the Baralaba Hospital to enable parking and access for Banana Shire Council 6.00 $100,000.00 Hospital patients and visitors at the Hospital.

Bikeways/Walkways in Banana Shire Council Construction of bikeways/pathways 1 x 400m Theodore & 1 x 400m Taroom 8.00 $200,000.00 various townships

Skate Park Pads – Construction of concrete/asphalt pads which will enable a demountable skate park to be Banana Shire Council Goovigen, Baralaba & 3.00 $150,000.00 utilised to enhance recreational opportunities in three small townships in the shire Jambin Stage 2 will complete the entire project and will see the maximum solar energy efficiency Solar – Moura level fulfilled for this critical piece of infrastructure. Banana Shire Council Sewerage Treatment The project encompasses installation of ground mounted solar panels that are to be 4.00 $200,000.00 Plant ‐ Stage 2 connected through existing inverters to allow a solar PV generation system with a peak DC capacity of 72 kWp and a rated AC capacity of 60 kW.

Biloela Industrial Construct access road and drainage associated with Stages 3 & 4 of the Biloela Industrial Banana Shire Council 12.00 $540,000.00 Estate – Road Access Estate

Driven by making arts and culture accessible through the transformation of public space, Banana Shire Council Regional Art Gallery and our Partners, First Coat encourage community engagement and conversation, with a strong interest in the role public art plays in social Painting of Mural – change and urban environment. As part of a phased approach, Banana Shire Council have Banana Shire Council 2.00 $20,000.00 Moura Water Tower identified a range of town sites suitable and adaptable for various types of public art murals. The water tower in the central town of Moura is perfectly placed as a canvas for our first public arts project. Community consultation has already occurred, resulting in a “shovel ready”, design ready project for commencement as soon as funding is available

Project relates to various sites that Council wants to upgrade to improve safety. Specific Identified "Blackspots" Barcaldine Regional Council locations are to be identified following an audit. It will create 10 jobs during construction 17.00 $800,000.00 Council Roads and sustain 7 jobs for ongoing maintenance. Water Main Upgrade Replace asbestos pipes with blue brut. Continuation of works from 2016/2017. It will create Barcaldine Regional Council 6.00 $50,000.00 Stage 2 4 jobs during construction. Washdown Bay Stage To install a vehicle washdown facility in the town of Jericho. It will create 4 jobs during Barcaldine Regional Council 6.00 $50,000.00 2 construction. Bores at Landfill Sites To complete installation of bores at landfill sites to monitor underground water for seepage Barcaldine Regional Council 6.00 $30,000.00 Stage 2 of waste. It will create 4 jobs during construction. Connect sewerage to ablution unit at Muttaburra Recreation Grounds. It will create 4 jobs Barcaldine Regional Council Sewerage Connection 5.00 $50,000.00 during construction. Aramac Disability To install disability toilet access at the Aramac Showgrounds. It will create 6 jobs during Barcaldine Regional Council 7.00 $50,000.00 Toilet Facilities construction. To complete refurbishment of foyer and dressing rooms in town hall and carry out Barcaldine Town Hall Barcaldine Regional Council maintenance on floor in main hall area. The project is maintenance works needed to 6.00 $50,000.00 Stage improve the condition of the facility. It will create 4 jobs during construction.

Alpha Showgrounds The project is to complete improvement of facilities at the Alpha Showground. It will create Barcaldine Regional Council 6.00 $50,000.00 Stage 2 4 jobs during construction.

Construction of one new house in Jundah to accommodate Council staff. This project will provide a better and more environmentally responsible standard of housing in Barcoo Shire. It will improve the look of the community and add to the attractiveness of the area for the people required for specialised positions in the community. The construction of this house New Council House in Barcoo Shire Council will also provide employment opportunities for local trades and guarantee the retention of 10.00 $500,000.00 Jundah those skills. Barcoo Shire is convinced that good housing standards are a key part of employee attraction and retention. The shire is also looking at the whole of life costs of all assets, and believe that with the right designs and material, we can lower the annual maintenance and depreciation costs.

Construction of a new outdoor BBQ/Kitchen area at the new caravan park site in Windorah. Outdoor BBQ/Kitchen This project will enable visitors to the Windorah Caravan Park to access outdoor cooking Barcoo Shire Council area at Windorah facilities, and enjoy the great outdoors better. This project will also assist in making the town 3.00 $50,000.00 Caravan Park and shire more tourist friendly thereby facilitating growth in the local economy. This project will also help to sustain employment and trades skills.

Installation of new fencing to the southern & eastern sides of the site. Construction of Fencing, Landscaping concrete footpaths to link the proposed outdoor BBQ area to the existing amenities and the & Concrete footpaths perimeter of the existing amenities. Provide new landscaped areas within the site. This Barcoo Shire Council 3.00 $50,000.00 at Windorah Caravan project will put the finishing touches to the final stage of making the Windorah Caravan Park Park visitor friendly, secure and safe, and provide better access to services. This project will help sustain local workforces and help with introducing new skills into the community.

Construction of a purpose built shed to accommodate a work and equipment/materials storage area for Council's tradespersons . Currently these trades work in an environment Jundah Depot Trades that doesn't promote a modern and adequate workplace that is needed to deliver cost Barcoo Shire Council 3.00 $120,000.00 Shed effective and quality work. The project will employ local skills and trades people and sustain their future in the town. The building projects will also provide an opportunity to employ apprentices and young people in various aspects of construction.

Construction of a purpose built storage facility for Council's signage stock. This project will enable the shire to store and secure signage held for traffic management and roadside information, on both shire and state roads, in an area that is more efficient for the Jundah Depot Sign Barcoo Shire Council maintenance of quantity and audit purposes. It will assist in protecting the stored signs from 2.00 $30,000.00 Storage facility premature UV damage and retaining integrity and quality. The project will require local boilermaker involvement in construction, which will assist in keeping that skill in the shire, and help provide a continuity of work for the retention of the apprentices.

The Stonehenge Visitor Information Centre is also used for a local health clinic for Royal Flying Doctor GP and emergency evacuation visits through a purpose built consulting Awning at Stonehenge Barcoo Shire Council and emergency room. This project will provide shade and a rain cover for patient transfer 2.00 $15,000.00 Information Centre into the clinic room from a recovery vehicle. The project will utilise local labour and the structure add to the UV protection of the current building.

As Stonehenge experiences extremely hot summers, this project will add to the usability of this asset for cultural and community activities. Currently it is very difficult for the Install new air community to hold an indoor social function, community or information meeting or civic Barcoo Shire Council conditioning at reception in summer. The air‐conditioning of the hall will add to community cohesiveness, 2.00 $15,000.00 Stonehenge Hall promote social interaction and enable arts and cultural to exist through all seasons. The project will employ local trades persons to carry out the works and add to the retention of these vital skills.

All of Barcoo Shires' small community groups use our halls for catering for car rallies, public and private celebrations and community functions. These facilities are ageing and are in Upgrade kitchen at Barcoo Shire Council need of renewal to meet modern food preparation standards. The project will utilise local 2.00 $40,000.00 Stonehenge Hall trades and regional businesses to provide the building materials, cabinet making and appliances.

As Jundah experiences extremely hot summers, this project will add to the usability of this asset for cultural and community activities. Currently it is very difficult for the community to Install new air hold an indoor social function, community or information meeting or civic reception in Barcoo Shire Council conditioning at Jundah summer. The air‐conditioning of the hall will add to community cohesiveness, promote 2.00 $50,000.00 Hall social interaction and enable arts and cultural to exist through all seasons. The project will employ local trades persons to carry out the works and add to the retention of these vital skills.

All of Barcoo Shires' small community groups use our halls for catering for car rallies, public and private celebrations and community functions. These facilities are ageing and are in Upgrade kitchen at Barcoo Shire Council need of renewal to meet modern food preparation standards. The project will utilise local 2.00 $40,000.00 Jundah Hall trades and regional businesses to provide the building materials, cabinet making and appliances.

Work includes repairs to the Reverse Osmosis plant and installation of new membranes. Works will also be undertaken to improve the reliability of the water quality produced by the treatment plant. This project will provide water security to the township of Jundah by the Upgrade to Jundah desalination of unpotable bore water. It will also provide redundancy for the water supply by Barcoo Shire Council WTP including repairs the use of an alternative water source, and ensure safety of supply if there was risk of 2.00 $40,000.00 to RO Plant contamination at the surface water storage. It will also allow our current surface water treatment plant to be brought off‐line for maintenance. This is a specialised field of town services, and bringing the RO Plant back on‐line will help will skill retention, employment and training across the shire 3 communities.

Improve access to This work will make improvements to ensure Council has safe access to this essential water water intake at infrastructure. The project will increase the integrity and serviceability of this asset for the Barcoo Shire Council 2.00 $20,000.00 Stonehenge Off Stonehenge community. It will also provide local employment for residents and local earth stream storage facility moving contractors. This project will provide an upgrade to the Stonehenge town depot to allow our Stonehenge town staff to have a clean and cool environment to attend to their clerical duties, and will Provision of new Office enable the Barcoo Shire Rural Lands Officer to have a permeant location for his position Barcoo Shire Council space at Stonehenge 2.00 $25,000.00 closer to his home location ‐ rather that the 70km travel time to work at the shire main Depot administration building. The office will be constructed using local labour and contractors, and will provide for an additional full time equivalent to be employed in Stonehenge.

This project will separate the Fleet Manager's office from being located in the common area Provision of new Office and outside of the council's secure stores area. It will add to the privacy and functionality of Barcoo Shire Council 2.00 $25,000.00 space at Jundah Depot her office, and add a level of security to the stores location. The project will be constructed using local labour and contractors where possible.

Blackall‐Tambo Regional Tambo Tennis and Facilities were opened in 1997 and surfaces have deteriorated to the extent they are rapidly 8.00 $350,000.00 Council Bowls Clubs becoming unplayable. Cost to resurface 6 bowls lanes $100K and 4 tennis courts $250K.

Opened in 1992, there are now major issues with leakage from piping and the pool surface. Pipes were laid under the structure and cannot be accessed for repair. They will need to be Blackall‐Tambo Regional Blackall Aquatic Centre bypassed and new piping laid on the pool perimeter. Cracks have appeared on the pool 10.00 $300,000.00 Council surface and combined with the piping is estimated to be leaking at the rate of 60,000 litres per day. Cost of chlorination has increased by $30K per year because of the leakage.

Painting kitchen and bar, replace range hood, install awning, upgrade lady jockeys changerooms, replace photo finish tower stairs, extend scales room, cover lock up Blackall‐Tambo Regional Tambo Race Club chair/table storage area, replace fencing in saddling area, extend horse hose down area, 20.00 $100,000.00 Council Facilities replace padding on starting stalls, paint toilets, shade cloth in secretary's office, paint yards and water trough, paint secretary's office, renovate photo finish box, replace front and walk away fences.

Blackall‐Tambo Regional Blackall Campdraft Replace and redesign existing yards and replace loading ramp. 10.00 $50,000.00 Council Arena Upgrade Enable kerb to kerb widening of town residential streets when reseals are being applied. Blackall‐Tambo Regional Blackall‐ Tambo street Town streets are very wide and in many cases do not extend from kerb to kerb. Creates 20.00 $200,000.00 Council widening and kerbing problems for residents when raining and entrances to homes turns to mud, also is visually unappealing

Blackall‐Tambo Regional Tambo Polocrosse Cement dirt floor in the bar area, enclose the bar and catering areas to improve security and 8.00 $50,000.00 Council facilities compliance with liquor trading laws, repair leaks in storage area, painting of exterior.

Rejuvenate and expand greenhouse upgrade water irrigation, paint building exterior. There Blackall‐Tambo Regional BTRC Nursery and are no commercial nursery's in area Council is embarking on programme to propagate trees 7.00 $40,000.00 Council Greenhouses and plants for beautification and dispersal to community. Opportunity may arise to sell trees to other Councils An upgrade to the Boulia Racecourse sewer system to improve the quality of sewer Race Course Sewer Boulia Shire Council treatment and wastewater disposal in compliance with 14.00 $450,000.00 Connection relevant standards and regulations. Upgrade Council Boulia Shire Council Upgrade new switch board, install new security cameras and lighting for the depot. 8.00 $100,000.00 Depot Security

Toilet and Shower for Boulia Shire Council New Truck Parking / Construct New Toilet and Shower for the new truck parking facilities 9.00 $100,000.00 Rest area Facility

Stage 2 Toilet Ramp Boulia Shire Council and Solar Hot Water Install new disabled ramp and Solar hot water system for the shower at Urandangie 6.00 $40,000.00 System at Urandangie

Community Hall Boulia Shire Council Repair and polish Community Hall wooden flooring 4.00 $35,000.00 Flooring Airport Fencing at Boulia Shire Council Install new security fence around Urandangie airport 3.00 $50,000.00 Urandangie Install new disabled ramp, repair loading deck, new access door, internal refurbishing and Boulia Shire Council Boulia Post office 5.00 $100,000.00 painting Boulia Shire Council Cenotaph Lighting Remove damaged cable and install new conduit 4.00 $15,000.00 River water pipe Boulia Shire Council Remove old steel pipe and install new poly line. 4.00 $65,000.00 upgrade Shade Shelter and Boulia Shire Council Seating at the Bubbler Install new Shade Structure with seating at the bubble park 6.00 $20,000.00 Park area Workshop Boulia Shire Council Install shady area and painting 4.00 $35,000.00 Refurbishing Boulia Shire Council Shed Construction Construction of new shed for Locals 6.00 $20,000.00

Thargomindah Water Bore to bore connections and replacement of manifolds in cooling ponds (Total cost of Bulloo Shire Council 3.00 $150,000.00 Security project project $340,000 approx. 50:50 BSC funding

Council Ablution Design and Upgrade of ablutions at various locations: Gilmore St, Thargomindah (truck Bulloo Shire Council 4.00 $260,000.00 Upgrades stop); Rodeo Grounds, Thargomindah, Wilson St, Noccundra

Rodeo Grounds facility Bulloo Shire Council Installation of PA system, upgrade to kitchen facilities. 3.00 $40,000.00 upgrade Key Visitor Site Upgrade existing key tourism assets to reach their potential. Thargo Hydro, Thargo hospital, Bulloo Shire Council Maintenance and 8.00 $300,000.00 Thargo Leahy House, thargo Jail and construction of heritage canegrass church. Upgrade program

Thargo Walking Track Bulloo Shire Council Stage 3 upgrade and Completion of last stage walking track from hospital to hydro and interpretative signage 3.00 $100,000.00 finalisation

Various upgrades of village infrastructure: Camerons Corner Installation of shade structure Bulloo Region Village and camerons corner post replica and interpretive signage. Noccundra Maintenance and Bulloo Shire Council maintenance and 3.00 $130,000.00 upgrade of gazebo, bbq, soft fall and fencing. Hungerford installation of noticeboard and enhancement program grading of walking track

Hungerford Water Upgrade water supply and pressure solution to township and uv filtration for potable water Bulloo Shire Council 2.00 $60,000.00 Security Project supply. Cultural & Bundaberg Regional Council Installation/Construction of cultural & recreational facilities across Bundaberg City 182.00 $3,283,000.00 Recreational ‐ City

Cultural & Bundaberg Regional Council Installation/Construction of cultural & recreational facilities across Coastal areas 37.00 $270,000.00 Recreational ‐ Coastal Cultural & Installation/Construction of cultural & recreational facilities across Hinterland areas Bundaberg Regional Council Recreational ‐ 4.00 $10,000.00 (Childers) Hinterland (Childers)

Cultural & Bundaberg Regional Council Recreational ‐ Installation/Construction of cultural & recreational facilities across Hinterland areas (Gin Gin) 20.00 $112,000.00 Hinterland (Gin Gin)

Waste & Recycling ‐ Bundaberg Regional Council Upgrade of infrastructure at 2 Waste Facilities within the Region 20.00 $225,000.00 Sewerage ‐ Bundaberg Bundaberg Regional Council Fitting of PV systems to 3 Wastewater Treatment Plans within the Region 24.00 $109,000.00 Region Economic Bundaberg Regional Council Development ‐ Enhancement of infrastructure facilitating the Bundaberg Region as a tourist destination 20.00 $250,000.00 Bundaberg Region

Crime Prevention & Bundaberg Regional Council Community Safety ‐ Installation of CCTV camera within Bundaberg Region 3.00 $10,000.00 Bundaberg Region

Water ‐ Bundaberg Bundaberg Regional Council Fitting of PV system and associated pumps to Water Pump Station in Bundaberg Region 18.00 $332,000.00 Region

Disaster Mitigation ‐ Bundaberg Regional Council Installation of flood warning system within the Bundaberg Region 4.00 $50,000.00 Bundaberg Region

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Road improvements ‐ Bundaberg City 113.00 $997,000.00 (Sealing) ‐ City Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Road improvements ‐ Coastal 11.00 $125,000.00 (Sealing) ‐ Coastal

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council (Sealing) ‐ Hinterland Road improvements ‐ Hinterland (Childers) 20.00 $377,000.00 (Childers)

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council (Sealing) ‐ Hinterland Roads improvement ‐ Hinterland (Gin Gin) 22.00 $440,000.00 (Gin Gin)

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Stormwater drainage improvements ‐ Bundaberg City 10.00 $416,000.00 (Drainage) ‐ City

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Stormwater drainage improvements ‐ Coastal 18.00 $355,000.00 (Drainage) ‐ Coastal

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Road infrastructure enhancements ‐ Bundaberg City 28.00 $2,032,000.00 (Other) ‐ City Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Road infrastructure enhancements ‐ Coastal 20.00 $45,000.00 (Other) ‐ Coastal Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Construction of pathways ‐ Bundaberg City 52.00 $973,000.00 (Pathways) ‐ City

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council Construction of pathways ‐ Coastal 42.00 $556,000.00 (Pathways) ‐ Coastal

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council (Pathways) ‐ Construction of pathways ‐ Hinterland (Childers) 15.00 $123,000.00 Hinterland (Childers)

Roads & Bridges Bundaberg Regional Council (Pathways) ‐ Construction of pathways ‐ Hinterland (Gin Gin) 6.00 $100,000.00 Hinterland (Gin Gin)

New Visitor Burdekin Shire Council Demolish and remove existing VIC and construct new VIC 25.00 $1,000,000.00 Information Centre

Ayr Showgrounds Burdekin Shire Council Infrastructure and drainage upgrade at Ayr Showgrounds 10.00 $350,000.00 Upgrade

Culvert Replacement Burdekin Shire Council Culvert replacement program in various locations in Burdekin Shire 8.00 $280,000.00 Program

Plantation Park ‐ Burdekin Shire Council Nature Based Play Extension of Nature Based Play Space at Plantation Park 8.00 $200,000.00 Space

Burdekin Shire Council Footpath Replacement Replace existing footpaths in various locations in Burdekin Shire 6.00 $200,000.00

Home Hill Transfer Burdekin Shire Council Install second bin and asphalt seal at Home Hill Transfer Station 12.00 $180,000.00 Station Upgrade Rangemore Road Burdekin Shire Council Construct jump‐up on Rangemore Road 12.00 $180,000.00 Upgrade Energy Efficiency ‐ Burdekin Shire Council Install energy efficiency measures in Council buildings 10.00 $130,000.00 Council buildings

Burdekin Shire Council Anzac Park Upgrade Upgrade retaining wall in Anzac Park 10.00 $120,000.00

Ayr Aerodrome Fuel Burdekin Shire Council Installation of fuel facility at Ayr Aerodrome 5.00 $100,000.00 Facility

Burdekin Shire Council Public Toilets Upgrade Upgrade public toilets in Queen Street, Ayr 8.00 $100,000.00

Anzac Park Playground Burdekin Shire Council Replace existing Softfall at Anzac Park Playground 4.00 $60,000.00 Upgrade

Burdekin Shire Council Public Artwork Install public artwork in various locations 6.00 $50,000.00

Burdekin Be Active Burdekin Shire Council Install exercise station along Burdekin Be Active Trail, Ayr 4.00 $50,000.00 Trail Exercise Station

BrkSC.W4Q.01 Water treatment plant Shed replacement and upgrade project at the Burketown WTP: brought forward from Round Burke Shire Council 10.00 $400,000.00 upgrades Gregory and one Burketown

Fencing and drainage/ earthworks for machinery lay‐down yard near BSC water treatment Burke Shire Council Laydown yard plant (site near army barracks ‐ land owned by BSC). Resolves issue of lack of storage at 7.00 $50,000.00 depot along with access to plant/equip during flooding. Improve storage/ removal of regulated waste to improve compliance and environmental Burke Shire Council Waste management outcomes at Gregory and Burketown waste facilities. Facilitate transition to waste transfer 3.00 $50,000.00 facilities in accordance with site‐based management plans.

Expands scope of BrkSC.W4Q.06 (lighting at airport shelter) ‐ this project will be to construct BrkSC.W4Q.06 a shed approx. size of single garage at the airport shelter at Gregory to store RFDS gurney, Burke Shire Council Gregory Airstrip ‐ 5.00 $40,000.00 and airport cones etc. Currently the gurney is stored in the open and padlocked to the storage shed shelter uprights. Shed will provide safe storage & protection from elements.

Burketown boat ramp ‐ Install solar lighting and CCTV for safety and data collection purposes at the Burketown Burke Shire Council 5.00 $100,000.00 solar lighting and CCTV Wharf.

Staged project to reduce consumption of water, and cost of labour, at parks & oval ‐ Waterwise reticulation beginning with automated sprinkler systems, shade trees, fencing (wallaby proof) oval at Burke Shire Council and Burketown oval 6.00 $140,000.00 Burketown. Provides local jobs, reduces costs, and increases liveability through improved upgrade project sporting facilities to encourage team sports in Burketown.

The small community of Gregory hosts a number of major community‐run events each year at the community‐maintained showground including 2 campdrafts, horse sports, and the Gregory showgrounds ‐ Burke Shire Council 'Saddles and Paddles' iconic horse‐racing and canoeing weekend. The existing spectator 4.00 $250,000.00 spectator facility facilities provide minimal shade or comfort. This project will be for a community‐designed spectator facility.

Provision of self‐bunded fuel storage at Burketown and Gregory to replace aging non‐ Burke Shire Council Bunded fuel storage 10.00 $60,000.00 compliant equipment. Urgent and overdue

Stage one of a project to extend provision of treated water to the Albert River bridge (site of Treated water pipeline future caravan park, and Burketown South rural‐residential development) and to the Burke Shire Council ‐ extension to service 6.00 $90,000.00 Burketown Wharf (currently under development for economic development purposes tourism facilities including marine transport, boating, camping and recreational).

This project will include the following construction elements as shown on the Redlynch Masterplan: • Site preparation and earthworks • Roads and car parking • Pathways and bridges Redlynch Masterplan • Fencing Implementation ‐ Zone • Signage Cairns Regional Council 3 Nature Based • Landscaping 13.20 $3,400,000.00 Recreation and Active • Electrical services and connections Travel • Hydraulic services and connections • Long term rehabilitation planting of critically endangered ecosystem • Picnic system • Outdoor event space • Adventure play space • Environmental education facility

Upgrade of road and drop off configurations for the roadway between two schools. Will result in improvements for vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist and school children safety. Upgrade of Cairns Regional Council O'Brien Road upgrade 7.80 $2,000,000.00 the road from Cheviot Street to Rivercherry Street including centre median, kerb and channel, street lighting as well as school drop off areas and formalised parking

Replace narrow, cracked footpaths with new concrete footpaths which will result in Cairns Regional Council Footpath Renewal 9.80 $2,500,000.00 improved asset life and user safety. CBD 1,105m, Outer Suburbs 7km

The project will deliver: • new amenities block • internal roadways • signage • internal pathways / access • supply of potable water Cairns Regional Council Green Patch Upgrades 5.90 $1,500,000.00 • lighting • day use recreation facilities including picnic shelters and BBQ's

Land is not currently owned by Council but has been in discussions with DNRM and has received an in principle commitment to appoint CRC as the trustee of the community purpose reserve.

Stage 1 ‐ extend primary access & install new jetty to Jabiru Lake, new shallow wading ponds, new site signage, information and furniture, natural vegetation maintenance & establishment. Stage 2 ‐ turtle breeding sand mound with viewing jetty, extend primary access to the Sands Memorial Parklands, extend access from Jabiru Lake to Kingfisher Pool, new bush track for site exploration, develop information app, shallow wading pond to Dunne Road area, site Cattana Wetlands signage, information and furniture, natural vegetation maintenance & establishment. Cairns Regional Council 5.90 $1,499,000.00 Improvement Plan Stage 3 ‐ viewing boardwalks to western edge of Jabiru lake, new site signage and information, natural vegetation maintenance & establishment. Stage 4 ‐ new satellite carpark in Dunne Road shoulder, historically reference site statement to Dunne Road, extend primary access path from satellite carpark to Avondale Creek, extend primary access from Kingfisher Pool to Avondale Creek, extend path access to complete Jabiru Lake circuit, residential community links, install Raptor Tower, new site signage, information & furniture, natural vegetation management and maintenance

Centenary Lakes Renew aged and deteriorated pathways with new, longer life materials to enhance Cairns Regional Council Elevated boardwalk aesthetics and user experience. Improvement works to surround lakes embankments to 5.40 $1,400,000.00 upgrade (replacement) improve maintenance access, condition and quality of network. Upgrade the southern area as a major focal point for the community ‐ Re‐open Casuarina Street at the intersection of Luke Street to a one way northbound flow only ‐ Angle car parking on the eastern side of Casuarina Street ‐ Establish a new picnic node at the northern end with picnic benches, BBQ and formalised car parking ‐ Upgrade picnic area near cul de sac ‐ Implementation of a 3m wide Northern Beaches Leisure Trail across the length of the foreshore Holloways Beach ‐ Provide outdoor exercise equipment at several locations Cairns Regional Council 5.60 $1,456,000.00 Improvement Plan ‐ Redevelop the old rotunda and area behind the lifeguard hut and add additional shaded seating ‐ Seating edge, levelling and re‐profiling surface at southern end ‐ Replace playground at southern end ‐ Improved access for surf lifesaving vehicles ‐ Revegetation of foreshore dune areas with low native ground covers ‐ Improved beach entry points and access ‐ Formalise gravel parking areas by sealing and line marking ‐ Upgrade bollards along foreshore to meet current standards ‐ Rationalise and or redistribute bins, seating and bubblers as required.

Stormwater pipe Lining of aged/deteriorated concrete stormwater pipes to improve the condition, quality Cairns Regional Council 3.90 $1,000,000.00 relining and lifespan of the Stormwater Network. Total of 2,095m over 5 locations

Coastwatcher Park, Trinity Beach ‐ Extension of existing carpark and renewal of 440m of internal pathways to improve Cairns Regional Council Formalise Carpark and accessibility to parkland and playgrounds within a vibrant and active community. Project 1.30 $325,000.00 footpath will reduce ongoing maintenance and improve the quality and lifespan of the Council Asset. improvements

Undertake significant infrastructure upgrade at Council's Barramundi Hatchery to ensure Barramundi Hatchery secure and sterile breeding environment is attained. This will provide a perfect complement Carpentaria Shire Council 23.00 $900,000.00 Upgrade for the LW Barramundi Interpretive Centre as well as promote sustainability in the fishing industry for the region.

Gilbert Street Sealing of the Gilbert Boat ramp Carpark that will allow year round access and resilience of Carpentaria Shire Council Boatramp Parking 23.00 $250,000.00 the facility Overflow Upgrade unsealed sections of the pathway to concrete/bitumen that will add longevity to a Link Karumba Carpentaria Shire Council vital piece of community infrastructure that provides connectivity along with promote 45.00 $350,000.00 Walkway Upgrade healthy lifestyles. Make use of existing dam facility in the town area and look at providing open‐space water School Dam Carpentaria Shire Council activities like swimming, boating and other water‐sport activities (including installation of 33.00 $210,000.00 Water/Family Precinct pergola and BBQ)

Johnstone River Boat Harbour has 22 piles which require maintenance. The boat harbour is utilised by both private and commercial fisherman and is a valued asset of the Cassowary Cassowary Coast Regional Johnstone River Boat Coast. These piles are Council owned assets and following the funding approval a pre‐ 10.00 $440,000.00 Council Harbour Pilons lodgement meeting will be requested to organise the necessary approvals. (Refer to correspondence attached)

Fender Pilon Rehabilitation to Cardwell Jetty Piles to extend the asset life for a further 15‐20 years. These Cassowary Coast Regional Replacement Cardwell piles are Council owned assets and following the funding approval a pre‐lodgement meeting 10.00 $231,000.00 Council Jetty will be requested to organise the necessary approvals. (Refer to correspondence attached)

Cassowary Coast Regional Car Park Construction of 18‐20 car parks (including a disabled car park) and footpath to the 5.00 $65,000.00 Council Conservatorium Conservatorium to ensure ability to utilise facility in all weather conditions.

Car parking ‐ 21 car parks to increase the potential of visitors to the facility. Solar Panels ‐ Mission Beach Aquatic Cassowary Coast Regional With the installation of the solar panels there will be a potential for significant savings on Facility ‐ Extension of 7.00 $255,000.00 Council large energy requirements. BBQ Huts ‐ To provide sun safe, recreational covered areas Scope within the facility.

Beautification of the Cassowary Coast will include a number of projects including a viewing platform at Johnstone River, vine control, reserve maintenance, tree management, weed control of Johnstone River, Wildsoet Park Tully and Melaleuca Wetlands pathway Cardwell. Cassowary Coast Regional Beautification of Foreshore restoration (maintaining beach access points), maintenance of roadsides 10.00 $630,000.00 Council Region (inclusive of K&C, verge and footpaths) and construction of look outs on Kirrima Range, Coquette Point and Jubilee Heights. Cardwell Foreshore & Corso lighting and Eubenangee Swamp platform and nature play area.

Cassowary Coast Regional Pathway Foreshore, Pathway and open space enhancement at Kurrimine Beach, Banfield Parade, 3.00 $115,000.00 Council Enhancements Wongaling Beach. Kurrimine Beach will be extended following from Round 1 funding.

The project will improve the lifespan of CCRC owned assets with the maintenance or Cassowary Coast Regional Town Centres replacement of street furniture, covered tables, lights and banners, steel ramps and the 6.00 $505,000.00 Council Refurbishment clock tower. The project will also improve the disability access in Tully.

Repairs and maintenance to Council owned assets across the region. The project will Community Buildings Cassowary Coast Regional contribute to workforce development and improve the condition and lifespan of CCRC & Facilities 8.00 $300,000.00 Council owned assets. (Approximately 10 buildings in Cardwell, 20 Mission Beach/Tully and 20 in Refurbishment Innisfail)

Cassowary Coast Regional Resheeting ‐ Improving Gravel resheeting of Walton Road and Dixon Road to improve asset condition and safety. 6.00 $250,000.00 Council our Roads

The floating walkway will improve safety and accessibility by allowing faster and improved boat launching, retrieval operations and better access suitable in all tides. This floating Floating Walkway ‐ Cassowary Coast Regional walkway once constructed will be a Council owned asset to improve the useability of Meunga Creek Boat 4.00 $350,000.00 Council Council's existing adjoin asset (boat ramp) and following funding approval a pre‐lodgement Ramp meeting will be requested to organise the necessary approvals. (Refer to correspondence attached)

Cassowary Coast Regional The covered walkway will be built for safety to residents who utilise the main pedestrian Covered Walkway 4.00 $149,000.00 Council crossing in Edith Street. This will be effective during our inclement weather.

Cassowary Coast Regional Urban Streets ‐ Shoulder regrading of priority (populated) areas within the region. 10.00 $310,000.00 Council Shoulder Regrading

Cassowary Coast Regional Footpath Replacement Repair, upgrade and construction of footpath to improve the condition of the assets, 4.00 $90,000.00 Council Program improve amenity and safety. Community Oval Central Highlands Regional Rolleston ‐ Upgrade Demolition of old CWA building and construct a new canteen and kitchen to enhance the 11.00 $100,000.00 Council new Canteen and serviceability of the catering for events. Kitchen

Bauhinia Memorial Central Highlands Regional Removal of existing asbestos wall & soffit lining’s to the exterior of the hall and replace with Hall ‐ Upgrade the hall 7.00 $150,000.00 Council new sheeting. facility

Blackwater Civic Centre ‐ Upgrade Central Highlands Regional Upgrade the lighting & sound equipment in the Blackwater Civic Centre Auditorium and lighting, sound 3.00 $55,000.00 Council upgrade the cold‐room, stove and dishwasher in the Kitchen. equipment, cold‐room, stove and dishwasher

Emerald Town Hall ‐ Central Highlands Regional Repaint super room Internal repaint Supper Room & replace existing flooring. 4.00 $55,000.00 Council and replace existing flooring

Springsure Central Highlands Regional Showgrounds ‐ Dining Improve access into and around the Dining Hall and associated improvement works. 3.00 $20,000.00 Council hall access upgrade

Rolleston Community Central Highlands Regional Electrical upgrade required to this building and pool. Other associated enhancement of this Centre / Pool ‐ 3.00 $30,000.00 Council facility. electrical upgrade

Rolleston Transaction Central Highlands Regional Centre ‐ upgrade The lawn around the transaction centre and Anzac Memorial is currently manually watered. 8.00 $15,000.00 Council irrigation and This project will see irrigation installed and associated works / landscaping completed. landscaping

Duaringa McKenzie Park ‐ Replacement of Central Highlands Regional This project will alter the existing water feature, renew the garden areas and provide water feature, garden 10.00 $120,000.00 Council interpretive signage. and new interpretive signage

Emerald Botanical Central Highlands Regional Gardens east side Concreting of connecting pathways to enhance access and reduce risks in the botanical 6.00 $200,000.00 Council pathway gardens . improvements

Capella Bridgeman Central Highlands Regional Park ‐ Replacement of Replacement of disability access to the main sports pavilion and associated enhancement 4.00 $40,000.00 Council disability access to the around this facility. main sports pavilion

Central Highlands Regional Sapphire Pool ‐ Sealing the access and carpark area at the Sapphire Aquatic Centre. 4.00 $50,000.00 Council Carpark area sealing

Clermont Street & Central Highlands Regional Rehabilitation of Footpath in Emerald shopping precinct for public safety and improve the Borilla Street footpath 6.00 $250,000.00 Council condition, quality and design life of path. rehabilitation Stage 2

Emerald Town Central Highlands Regional entrance Beautification Eastern approaches to town entrances of Emerald. 4.00 $250,000.00 Council beautification (east)

Emerald Town Central Highlands Regional entrance Beautification around southern approaches to town entrances of Emerald. 4.00 $250,000.00 Council beautification (south)

Springsure Eclipse Central Highlands Regional Rehabilitation of Footpath in Springsure shopping precinct for public safety and to extend Street ‐ footpath 6.00 $200,000.00 Council life of path. This will bring more job benefits to the local economy in Springsure town. rehabilitation

Springsure Central Highlands Regional Showgrounds ‐ Application of a two coat seal and minor pavement works to provide an all‐weather access 5.00 $30,000.00 Council Carpark and bus bay to the carpark and bus bay. seal/pavement works

Central Highlands Regional Rolleston School ‐ Bus Construction of a bus shelter adjacent to Rolleston State School to provide shade structure 5.00 $10,000.00 Council shelter for students while waiting for school bus.

Central Highlands Regional Comet ‐ Upgrade Provide engineering solution to drainage issue at the intersection of Ballard Street and the 6.00 $140,000.00 Council drainage Ballard Street Capricorn Highway in Comet.

Emerald ‐ Concrete Central Highlands Regional Improve safety by replacing existing decorative stone infill with exposed aggregate concrete Infill at Edmonston 6.00 $60,000.00 Council surface. Street roundabout

Central Highlands rural Central Highlands Regional addressing signage Installation of new Rural Addressing Posts and numbering wide 3.00 $250,000.00 Council installation

Central Highlands Regional Gindie ‐ Town Town entrance signage installation & landscaping 4.00 $25,000.00 Council Entrance statements

Bauhinia ‐ Town Central Highlands Regional Entrance statements Town entrance signage installation & landscaping 4.00 $25,000.00 Council Bauhinia

Central Highlands Regional Tieri ‐ Town Entrance Town entrance signage installation & landscaping 4.00 $25,000.00 Council statements

Central Highlands Regional Anakie ‐ Town Entry statement landscaping works 4.00 $25,000.00 Council Entrance statements Central Highlands Regional Anakie ‐ New bore Emergency generator to provide backup power for Anakie water scheme. 3.00 $25,000.00 Council emergency generator

Central Highlands Regional Emerald Saleyard ‐ Additional concrete to high traffic areas to assist in grip for workers and stock, dust 5.00 $100,000.00 Council Concrete extensions suppression and drainage in low spots.

Emerald Airport ‐ The front entrance to requires enhancement. Currently there are water Central Highlands Regional Enhance entrance deficiencies and disconnected electrical power in the area. The locating of the proposed 5.00 $50,000.00 Council statement work is also barren due to regional weather conditions and requires beautification

Improvement and expansion of water This project upgrades and increases the facility's critical water infrastructure to exceed infrastructure, and export accreditation requirements, and expand the facility's holding capacity from 12,000 to Charters Towers Regional holding capacity, at 15,000 head of cattle to service northern Australia and meet international export demand. 86.00 $150,000.00 Council the HM Clarke Smaller component is expanding the facility's holding yards infrastructure to meet the Dalrymple Saleyards & increased holding capacity. The facility is Council owned and operated. International Export Facility.

Installation of fibre optic cable to Excelsior Library and install Wi‐Fi antennas at major public IT communications and tourist locations to increase Council's IT network, while adding community Wi‐Fi Charters Towers Regional network expansion internet hotspots. The fibre optic cable will increase Council's network resilience during 14.00 $250,000.00 Council with community WiFi disasters, while providing a reliable and fast internet connection for Council's mobile crews hotspots. and the permanent and visiting community.

Installation of smart water meters. This will achieve a number of benefits including more efficient water meter readings, identify network and household leaks and driving community Charters Towers Regional Smart Water Meter awareness through the availability of smarter monitoring tools. These tools will enable 15.00 $400,000.00 Council Implementation Council and the community to manage the water resources in an area that is susceptible to drought.

Charters Towers Regional Various roads and Stabilisation works to road, together with repairs/replacement works to various bridge 56.00 $850,000.00 Council bridge works assets within the Region.

Towers Hill All Abilities Install a 2 metre wide raised ramp and platform to comply with wheelchair and disability Charters Towers Regional Ramp Linking Display access requirements, to link two World War II concrete bunker shelters which have 8.00 $245,000.00 Council Bunkers interpretive displays at Towers Hill, and provide further interpretive measures.

New storage building Charters Towers Regional for Greenvale Joint Construction of a large (11.7m x 10m x 3.8m) multi‐service user storage shed at Greenvale 2.00 $25,000.00 Council Emergency Services Joint Emergency Services Hall Hall

Off Leash Dog Exercise Charters Towers Regional Provide a centrally located area with existing shade and grassed surface, for dog owners to Area ‐Pan Australia 2.00 $30,000.00 Council exercise their pets in a controlled enclosed environment. Park Replace and refurbish the heritage (100+ years) system of deep stone pitched gutters in the Refurbishment of Charters Towers Regional Charters Towers CBD area, to protect these sections of Queensland Heritage Register listed Heritage Stone Pitched 2.50 $40,000.00 Council drainage infrastructure, which continue to form part of the inner CBD's stormwater Gutters in CBD diversion strategy. Widening of Charters Towers Regional pedestrian walking Increase all pathways in the walking circuit at this well‐patronised public park, to a minimum 5.00 $40,000.00 Council paths at Centenary width of 2.0m. Park Charters Towers Regional Water main Replacement of Asbestos Cement water mains in two locations ‐ Towers Street/Day Dawn 10.00 $373,000.00 Council replacements Road and Read Road ‐ 880m replaced Assessment and refurbishment works to 375mm Steel raw water trunk main and 525mm Charters Towers Regional Water trunk main Asbestos Cement potable water trunk main including removal/installation scour valves, air 11.00 $437,000.00 Council refurbishments valves and isolation valves Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Renovate Bitumen roadways / entrances, Workshop, MRF, Café, Jerome St, Mill Ave, WWTP, Bitumising Upgrade 0.68 $200,000.00 Council Carter St. WTP, Gundoo car‐park, Joinery, Collins Rd Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Road Safety Barriers Safety barriers along steep road edges ‐ Barambah Ave, & MRF road edges 0.17 $30,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Kerb Upgrade Kerbing repairs along roadways new & repairs 0.34 $100,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Shop Streetscape Jenny Lindt Building streetscape upgrade 3 x office/shop entrances 0.91 $130,000.00 Council Upgrade Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Storage Expansion Hays sheds/youth development 0.53 $100,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire SCADA Water monitoring system for WTP & livestock tanks 0.04 $70,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Security Fence Fence around 2 Council buildings, café & Job active office 0.40 $90,000.00 Council

Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Irrigation Farm Irrigation infrastructure, underground piping in paddocks, switchboard 0.17 $100,000.00 Council Infrastructure Upgrade renovation/installation & purchase of pumps& meters.

Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Recycling Hopper Holding cages & public access hopper for recyclable waste 0.45 $30,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Fuel Storage Upgrade Above ground diesel tank with gravity feed 0.23 $25,000.00 Council

Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Toilet Block Upgrade Old dilapidated public toilets need extensive renovating/replacement 0.26 $95,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire LED lighting LED light conversion for Council buildings 0.04 $20,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Footpath Upgrade Footpath & pavement renovation in Cherbourg 0.23 $50,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Roller door upgrade Large roller door electrification, warehouses, mrf, builders shed, joinery 0.17 $50,000.00 Council Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire IKC playground Toddlers playground at Indigenous Knowledge centre 0.18 $30,000.00 Council upgrade Rainwater Tank Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Renovation & Rainwater tanks & stands for Council buildings ‐ some cleaning / renovation of older tanks 0.53 $60,000.00 Council Installation Dajarra Water Provision of a water treatment plant at Dajarra to supply potable water to the town. WTP Cloncurry Shire Council 5.00 $350,000.00 Treatment Plant will integrate with the existing council bore water network. Reconstruct or reseal program of local roads that have been identified as priority for repairs Cloncurry Shire Council Local Roads 10.00 $570,000.00 and replacement. Improvements to Cloncurry Shire Council Construction of recreational facilities linking the key recreational areas of the town 5.00 $250,000.00 recreation space Irrigation of Recreation Cloncurry Shire Council Installation of irrigation to improve the quality and usability of sports fields in Cloncurry. 2.00 $150,000.00 Spaces Curry Kids Upgrading building and facility to improve amenity and operation of the Cloncurry Childcare Cloncurry Shire Council 11.00 $50,000.00 Improvements centre.

The next stage of the Aviation Park development is to realign and extend the roadway. This economic enabling project is part of the Cooktown Airport Development Master Plan and will provide benefit to the region and community through the creation of Airport Roadway 12 jobs during construction and upon investment by initial confirmed aviation businesses Cook Shire Council 18.00 $1,200,000.00 Realignment expecting to employ 10 staff once operational. Completion of this project will include the realignment of the current unnamed roadway from the main highway at Endeavour River Road to the domestic terminal. This includes construction of 600 metres of 7 metre wide bitumen access road. The road is to be named Airport Drive.

The JS Love building has a significant heritage value to the community of Coen. It is currently vacant due to considerable maintenance requirements including balcony repairs, painting, Repairs to JS Love Cook Shire Council plumbing and electrical issues. Once these repairs have been completed the space can be 6.00 $500,000.00 Building, Coen utilised by the community and provide rented office and accommodation space which is currently unavailable within the township.

The roof at Natures Powerhouse requires maintenance and the installation of an effective rainwater disposal system including gutters and repairs to flashings. This will prevent further Natures Powerhouse Cook Shire Council damage to the roof and ensure the ongoing life of this important community facility. The 8.00 $200,000.00 roof upgrade Powerhouse is houses Cooktown's Information Centre and is host to the Vera Scarth Johnson Gallery.

The Lakeland Sport and Recreation Area is a long term goal of the Lakeland community and requires clearing, final gradient and topsoil to progress the site. This will allow for further Lakeland Recreational Cook Shire Council funding to be sourced for the installation of a multipurpose playing field, and 4.00 $200,000.00 Park ground works player/spectator amenities. This project will be completed in partnership with the Lakeland Progress Association to improve the health and wellbeing of the community.

This road is not currently on the correct alignment and requires survey and lodgement to Maytown road Department Natural Resources and Mines to fix. Following this a maintenance grade will be Cook Shire Council resurvey and 4.00 $80,000.00 completed. These works will enable eligibility for further funding and ensure the ongoing maintenance grade safety to road users in this popular recreational area. Length of road to be graded is 6 km

There is currently no protection against wallabies running onto the Laura Aerodrome when Installation of wallaby planes are taking off and landing. This poses a public safety issue for all users of the Laura Cook Shire Council proof fence around Aerodrome. This project will alleviate this issues by installing a wallaby proof fence around 5.00 $50,000.00 Laura Aerodrome the area. The aerodrome is utilised by charter flights, the Royal Flying Doctor Service and emergency services and is vital infrastructure for this remote community.

The Bloomfield Hall requires general maintenance including plumbing, electrical, painting and roof repairs. The formation of car parking area outside the hall will also prevent Repairs to Bloomfield Cook Shire Council vegetation damage to the surrounding area. The Bloomfield Residents Association are 7.00 $50,000.00 Community Hall utilising this space for a gym, art classes and playgroup. It is important that it is safe and provides a productive space into the future.

The community hall at Portland Roads does not have shower and toilet facilities. This space Shower and toilet at is regularly accessed by works crews staying in the area and needs these facilities to provide Portland Roads Cook Shire Council a hygienic environment. The hall itself also requires minor maintenance repairs including 5.00 $50,000.00 Community Hall plus guttering and roof repairs. As this is the only public community facility in Portland Roads it is minor maintenance essential that it is well maintained and can provide sanitary facilities. Shade at the Cooktown skate park has been requested by the local users of the park to reduce the risk of skin cancer for both users and spectators. Several shaded picnic tables will Shade for Cooktown Cook Shire Council be installed around the skate park to provide necessary shelter when not skating within the 4.00 $30,000.00 Skate Park park. The skate park provides an important entertainment facility for the young people of Cooktown and provides health and wellbeing benefits.

The Rossville Hall suffered some minor damage during cyclone Ita and requires maintenance to fix these issues. As the hall is used as the place of refuge for the Rossville community this Repairs to Rossville Cook Shire Council project is considered disaster mitigation. Repairs include guttering and minor roof repairs. 7.00 $50,000.00 Community Hall The front steps and walkway to toilet are also in need of replacement to make this popular community facility safe for public and use and shelter.

Council Works Depot is in desperate need of renewal and can no longer meet its required functions on account of the age of the structures. Essential infrastructure renewal works will address staff and community safety and provide improved amenities at Council's Works Council Works Depot Croydon Shire Council Depot. Part of the land area is planned to be resumed by Department of Main Roads as part 18.00 $1,030,000.00 Renewal of a new intersection design which will address a dangerous bend on the Main Road. The Works Depot will be compromised by the land resumption therefore a reconfiguration of the Depot facilities is essential to efficient and safe operation.

Davenport‐Diamantina Formation and Gravel Resheeting Diamantina Shire Council 8.00 $240,000.00 Lakes Road Various sections between Chainage 0.6km to 8km

Davenport‐Palparrara Formation and Gravel Resheeting Diamantina Shire Council 8.00 $280,000.00 Road Various sections between Chainage 120km to 130km Monkira‐Davenport Formation Grading and Gravel Resheeting Diamantina Shire Council 8.00 $380,000.00 Road Various sections between Chainage 90km to 102km Concrete Margins and floodway rehabilitation Diamantina Shire Council Lake Machattie Road 8.00 $120,000.00 Various section between Chainage 5.0km to 8.0km Doomadgee Aboriginal Cemetery Ablution Toilet & Shade structure at Town Cemetery 8.00 $60,000.00 Shire Council Block Doomadgee Aboriginal Potter Street Construct Potter Street to Kerb & Channel Standard 19.00 $690,000.00 Shire Council Doomadgee Aboriginal Knott Street Construct Knott Street to Kerb & Channel Standard 19.00 $690,000.00 Shire Council

Rex Creek Johnson Screens Renewals: Install secondary screening chamber, self cleaning hyperbolic wedge wire (dual) screens to reduce manual cleaning of surface debris and Rex Creek Johnson Douglas Shire Council overall maintenance and safety during wet weather events. New isolation system for each 10.00 $330,000.00 Screens Renewals screen to allow maintenance on each screen while still providing flow to the Mossman Water Treatment Plant Raw water pipeline.

Whyanbeel Water Treatment Plant backwash system renewal will consist of the renewal of Whyanbeel Water prefilters, renewing backwash pumps, renewing poly backwash tanks, demolition of existing Douglas Shire Council Treatment Plant 8.00 $180,000.00 residual tanks, renewal of clearwell reservoir internal surfaces, renewal of backwash outflow Renewals pipe work and the renewal of backwash water chlorine neutralisation system.

Little Falls Creek Whyanbeel Johnson Screens Renewals: Install secondary screening Whyanbeel Intake ‐ chamber, self cleaning hyperbolic wedge wire screen to reduce manual cleaning of surface Douglas Shire Council Johnson Screen debris and overall maintenance and safety during wet weather events. New isolation 5.00 $275,000.00 Renewals system for the screen to allow maintenance on the screen while improving flow to the Whyanbeel Water Treatment Plant.

Renewal of public toilet facilities that are in a poor or fair condition. This will include repainting facility, replacing fixtures and light fittings and upgrading high use facilities. Toilet blocks may include Thornton Beach, Daintree Ferry, Daintree Township, Daintree behind Douglas Shire Council Public Toilet Renewals 14.00 $670,000.00 Hall, Diwan, Wonga Community Park, Janbul St Wonga, Newell Beach, Cooya Beach, Mill Street Mossman, Rotary Park, George Davis Park, Teamsters Park, Four Mile Park, Solander Blvd, Mowbray Street and Wharf St Carpark.

Renewal of Zig Zag Road to improve asset resilience and allow better accessibility for remotely located residents. Scope will include improving trafficable surface at specific Additional Renewal to Douglas Shire Council locations, additional drainage structures and improved road alignment. By improving access 5.00 $100,000.00 Zig Zag Track to the road, further economic opportunities such as tourism, accommodation and cultural business expansion or creation may be viable.

The footpath renewal program will focus on the renewal of a number of existing concrete and asphalt footpaths across the shire. The selection of specific links within the network will be based on Council's recent footpath condition assessment inspections completed in May Douglas Shire Council Footpath Renewals 2017 and will target high use, strategic and poor condition links. These will primarily be 13.00 $330,000.00 commuter links, footpaths close to schools, shops and major centres. One of Council's Corporate Goals is to become the 'cycling capital of Australia' and the renewal of footpaths within the shire will help to achieve this goal.

The project scope is for the renewal of picnic shelters at Thornton Beach. The reserve contains eight shelters equipped with picnic tables and some interpretive signage, the Renewal of Picnic majority of which are in poor condition. The project will replace and / or refurbish all Douglas Shire Council Areas at Thornton shelters and picnic tables with similar timber materials or more suitable materials such as 10.00 $55,000.00 Beach Shelter Sheds recycled plastic. The works will provide a much needed revamp to the day use infrastructure, making the area safer and more aesthetically appealing to visitors and tourists.

A partially enclosed structure which will house a multipurpose court & gymnasium area, Georgetown Multi Etheridge Shire Council which will be a typical portal frame construction, minimal wall cladding, open plan layout, 25.00 $1,070,000.00 Sports Centre with the front section to be enclosed to accommodate gymnasium & toilets

Development of Heavy Construction of heavy vehicle parking in Hughenden Town, proposed location is appx. 1km Vehicle Parking area Flinders Shire Council from the CBD and this project will support local businesses and contribute to the local 12.00 $350,000.00 (Works for economy Queensland)

Upgrade of Footpath in Main Street (Brodie Hughenden CBD area requires rejuvenation; plan is create a vibrant and exciting CBD area Flinders Shire Council St) & CBD rejuvenation that includes Brodie St,Gray st in front of Discovery Centre. This project will improve tourism 10.00 $500,000.00 works (Works for prospects, support local business and contribute to the local economy Queensland) Upgrade of Brodie Street (From Diggers Entertainment Centre to Bond Lane) ‐ area includes Brodie St, and Bond lane. Scope is to develop the final section of Brodie St, Flinders Shire Council including footpath, provide more parking spaces for cars and RV's . This project will improve tourism prospects, 10.00 $250,000.00 parking bays, cul‐de‐ support local business and contribute to the local economy sac & plantation on Bond lane(Works for Queensland)

Separable Portion C of previous tender $864,000 installation of 8 concrete netball courts, turfing 2 premium football fields, including subsoil drainage, and line marking for 2 regular Fraser Coast Regional Sports Precinct football fields 27.00 $1,964,000.00 Council plus 2 x satellite clubhouses at a cost of $550,000 each ‐ to enable sports and events activisation of the fields

Hervey Bay Botanical Fraser Coast Regional Gardens Orchid house Expand orchid house for coffee shop and formalised entry into the HBBG off Elizabeth St 2.00 $350,000.00 Council expansion

Maryborough Fraser Coast Regional Riparian pathway that extends from Brolga theatre through to Portside Parklands. Requires Riverwalk 1.00 $50,000.00 Council pathway and boardwalk modification. refurbishment Fraser Coast Regional Tinnanbar foreshore Landscaping embellishment and pathway linkages to existing facilities. New shelter and 1.00 $60,000.00 Council park BBQ.

Maryborough Park & Fraser Coast Regional Equestrian Centre Design, fabrication and installation of entrance statement to improve access venue maps 1.00 $120,000.00 Council Entrance Statement and signage to improve site wayfinding. and Venue Site signage

Bucket Item ‐ Fraser Coast Regional Footpath/Pathway Footpath/Pathway Replacement, Repairs and Construction ‐ Various locations 8.00 $1,185,000.00 Council Replacement, Repairs And Construction

Bucket Item ‐ Fraser Coast Regional Floodway Floodway Repairs/Replacements ‐ Various locations 2.00 $350,000.00 Council Repairs/Replacements

Bucket Item ‐ Fraser Coast Regional Pavement Pavement Replacement/Repairs and Resurfacing ‐ Various locations 15.00 $3,483,000.00 Council Replacement/Repairs And Resurfacing

Fraser Coast Regional Richmond Lane (Albert Pavement reconstruction including replacement of kerb and channel 3.00 $500,000.00 Council ‐ Ellena Sts)

Maryborough CBD Fraser Coast Regional Full reconstruction with new Kerb and Channelling and footpath replacement, including Works ‐ Bazaar Street 11.00 $2,500,000.00 Council street furniture, lighting and landscaping (excluding artworks) (Ellena to Kent Streets)

Fraser Coast Regional Esplanade Lighting Replacement of existing fish hook lights due to corrosion and electrical safety issues. 2.00 $200,000.00 Council Replacement Fraser Coast Regional Maryborough Heritage Full roof replacement on the entire building including all flashings, ridge capping, valleys and 2.00 $150,000.00 Council Centre downpipes. Replacement of verandah decking boards. Fraser Coast Regional City Hall Full replacement of City Hall Main floor and replacement of the front roof section. 3.00 $550,000.00 Council

Fraser Coast Regional Enhanced scope recurrent maintenance project to reduce infiltration in the sewerage Sewer Lining Project 5.00 $1,200,000.00 Council system in areas of high susceptibility (coastal) through the installation of lining

Design and construction for the upgrade of two sewer mains (Ann ST HB and Neptune ST Fraser Coast Regional Sewer Gravity Main MBH). Both are required maintenance to remove bottlenecks from the sewerage system 3.00 $343,000.00 Council Upgrades and will have the potential for reducing overflows Replacement of old Cast Iron water mains in Maryborough which are susceptible to failures Fraser Coast Regional Maryborough Water due carbonisation of pipe material and turburculated fittings. Project to improve reliability 2.00 $235,000.00 Council Mains Replacements and service to customers (package W)

Track and Lighting Upgrade ‐ A major track upgrade is planned to accommodate a 5m starting hill, extra length and turns and lighting so they can hold larger events such as a Queensland Championship. The current track is subject to poor drainage and needs constant Harbour City BMX Club repair after every weather event. Facilities and Access Upgrade ‐The ablutions block is Gladstone Regional Council 3.00 $348,495.00 Facility Upgrade outdated and Besser block wall 'windows' are open to the elements. Toilets and showers are in need of replacement. Upgrades to the existing canteen and registration building. Improvements to the existing access to the facility including provision of culverts through a creek crossing.

Gladstone & District Rugby League propose to build a multi‐purpose facility at the Gladstone Coal Exporters Complex (incorporating Marley Brown Oval). The proposed building is approximately 650m2 single storey with the ability to build an additional level. The scope for the project is to increase the only existing toilet block to double the current size, which will provide construction of additional female and male toilets and upgrade the disabled facility. Marley Brown Oval The club's aim is to provide appropriate facilities to cater for increased participation and to Gladstone Regional Council 6.00 $987,000.00 Multi Purpose Facility deliver reduced waiting times for use of these toilets. With the current lack of appropriate amenities being a barrier to increased participation particularly for women and girls, improved toilet amenities will establish the opportunity to provide for future participation opportunities. There has been a considerable increase in female participation in sports such as rugby league, rugby union and touch football. The facility proposes to incorporate internal and external storage rooms, change rooms, showers, toilets, a community room, cleaners room and utilities/plant room.

Urgent and essential maintenance and accessibility upgrade requirements. Installation of carbon footprint reducing and cost saving assets including solar power as well as increased Western Suburbs mobility assets to aid in the delivery of efficient operations providing great accessibility for a Gladstone Regional Council Swimming Pool ‐ broader scope of residents with limited access to pool based rehabilitation activities. The 4.00 $218,205.00 Various Projects projects include rectification of infrastructure and strategic planning documents, replacement and removal of derelict GRC assets including disused and obsolete equipment to improve facility operations. This project will develop an active recreation space for all ages in the Boyne Island/Tannum Bray Park Pump Track Sands area by replacing an existing aged skate park along with the development of an Gladstone Regional Council 1.00 $885,000.00 and Skate Park interconnecting new pump track. The project improves the quality of an existing recreationa facility. The project budget relates to the entire funded amount.

Gladstone Regional Council Gladstone Kart Club Construct upgraded canteen facilities at Gladstone Kart Club 4.00 $200,000.00

Waste Services is considering using recycled glass from our Rockhampton Materials Recycle Glass for Pipe Recovery Facility and use it as pipe bedding sand. We require a concrete laydown slab at the Gladstone Regional Council Bedding ‐ Laydown 2.00 $300,000.00 Benaraby Landfall for the storage of around 1000 tonnes of the recycled crushed glass and Slab also an area to blend the glass with sand to achieve the desired specification.

Construction of the initial stages of a multi‐purpose facility at Bunting Park Calliope to Calliope & District Gladstone Regional Council accommodate expanded facilities for the local (junior and senior) rugby league club, the 7.00 $800,000.00 Multi Purpose Facility local boxing club and general community assembly.

This project will develop a new off‐leash dog agility/exercise area consisting of a selection of Bunting Park Dog obstacles including hurdles, bollards, ramps, fencing and even a grooming table within an Gladstone Regional Council 1.00 $60,000.00 Agility Area existing contemporary recreational park. The project improves the quality of an existing recreational facility. The project budget relates to the entire funded amount.

Including (but not necessarily limited to): • Goondoon Street, Gladstone (between Lord and Yarroon Streets) • Toolooa Street, Gladstone (between Wash and Short Streets ‐ ES‐PB1382) Footpath & Pavement • Rosedale School Footpath (adjacent Rosedale School ‐ ES‐PB280) Gladstone Regional Council Renewals & Upgrades 17.00 $2,191,300.00 • Stowe Road, Calliope (Archer Street to Nanando Drive) at Various Locations • Nanando Drive, Calliope (Stowe Road to Nevertire Close) • Drynan Drive, Calliope (between Morris Avenue and Dawson Highway) • J Hickey Avenue, Gladstone (between Col Brown Avenue and Fairburn Place).

Refurbish Community Goondiwindi Regional Halls and Sports Upgrades to various community facilities including Goondiwindi Cultural Centre 54.00 $341,500.00 Council Facilities

Goondiwindi Regional Upgrades to Water Upgrades to various water treatment facilities including Yelarbon plant 30.00 $280,000.00 Council Infrastructure Goondiwindi Regional Upgrades to Parks and Refurbish Town Parks in Goondiwindi 12.00 $51,000.00 Council Gardens Goondiwindi Regional Footpaths and Replace various footpaths including Inglewood CBD 23.00 $257,000.00 Council Walkways Goondiwindi Regional School Crossings Upgrade Texas State School Crossings 10.00 $85,000.00 Council Goondiwindi Regional Roads and Driveways Upgrade gravel access roads to several reserves including Goondiwindi Water Park 38.00 $175,500.00 Council Goondiwindi Regional Waste Facilities Construct transfer station at Inglewood 10.00 $180,000.00 Council Albert Park/One Mile Masterplan has been completed. One Mile Ovals project will Albert Park/One Mile incorporate construction of cricket oval and associated facilities. The project will result in Gympie Regional Council 27.00 $1,275,000.00 Revitalisation more effective use of the grounds and make available additional sporting facilities for targeted events and sports. This project will be constructed on State Heritage Listed Land and will involve the No. 1 Scottish Mine Gympie Regional Council construction of pedestrian paths, interpretative signage and associated infrastructure to 17.00 $200,000.00 Precinct incorporate existing buildings.

Mary Valley Recreation The project will involve construction of a 5km Rail Trail to link into the main street of Imbil Hub Stage 2 ‐ township. Benefits from the construction of this Trail will flow through to the Imbil Our Gympie Regional Council Incorporating Imbil‐ 20.00 $600,000.00 Town project currently underway. Construction of a Skate Park as part of this project will Brooloo Rail Trail and provide much needed recreational facilities for the youth in Imbil and surrounds. Imbil Stake Park

The project will involve construction of improved pedestrian pathways, crossings and associated pavement treatment including kerb and channel, to improve accessibility and Streetscaping Project ‐ Gympie Regional Council planting of street trees to enhance visual amenity and pedestrian comfort. The Project will 17.00 $500,000.00 5 Ways to Mellor St also facilitate traffic and pedestrian movement between the Valley Rattler Rail Precinct and Gympie CBD.

The Project will involve minor infrastructure works to facilitate traffic and pedestrian access through the installation of handrails and improvements to existing stairs, toilets and Kinbombi Falls Gympie Regional Council infrastructure associated with meeting the needs of tourists and RV travellers. This will 13.00 $250,000.00 Infrastructure Upgrade result in improved visitor experiences and safety at these iconic Falls. Visual amenity will also be improved through the provision of upgraded, safe and accessible infrastructure.

Rainbow Beach The project will, through minor infrastructure works, create a high quality platform at the Gympie Regional Council Viewing Platform southern end of Phil Rogers Park at Rainbow Beach and will serve to open the precinct to 13.00 $175,000.00 Upgrade provide an ideal setting for wedding photography, functions and events.

The Project will involve minor infrastructure works to construct walking trails to connect the River to Rail Stage 2 existing River to Rail trail from Stage 1, through Deep Creek in Gympie to the well utilised Gympie Regional Council and Sands Riverside 18.00 $1,000,000.00 One Mile Sports Precinct then to the Historic Rail Station Precinct. This will improve safety Parkland and visual amenity through the provision of upgraded, safe and accessible infrastructure.

This project will address operational safety issues identified by CASA at the Gympie Aerodrome through constructing infrastructure at the northern end of Runway 14/32 ‐ a Gympie Aerodrome Gympie Regional Council parallel taxiway and additional glider strip parallel to and for the full length of the runway. 24.00 $1,000,000.00 Infrastructure Upgrade This will accommodate some separation with powered aircraft. The project will also incorporate construction of office and amenity facilities.

This project will involve sealing sections of this necessary transport link on a key tourist Tagigan Road Gympie Regional Council route and so improve safety for commercial and domestic travellers and accessibility to 28.00 $1,000,000.00 Completion tourist attractions and local businesses

Update the Goomeri library building façade to improve access, utilisation and visibility of the Goomeri Library building along the rail trail. Internal and external improvements are aimed at transforming Gympie Regional Council Façade and outdoor the library into a flexible, multi‐use space for the enjoyment of residents and visitors, 7.00 $80,000.00 upgrade including trail users. This enables the creation of a vibrant community hub that will facilitate innovation, artistic endeavours and community well‐being.

Lucinda Swimming Hinchinbrook Shire Council Reconfigure the existing stinger net to reduce maintenance workload. 3.00 $50,000.00 Enclosure Improvement to Horse Improvement to Horse Arena at Showgrounds ‐ the W4Q funds will construct an open sided Hinchinbrook Shire Council 15.00 $400,000.00 Arena arena to be used for multi‐purpose events. Toilet Block Lannercost Hinchinbrook Shire Council Build a toilet block 14.00 $300,000.00 Street Bosworth Road (Forrest Beach Rd Hinchinbrook Shire Council turnoff to Forrest Bitumen Sealing 8.00 $350,000.00 Beach side of causeway) Shade Structure Hinchinbrook Shire Council Mercer Lane and Create shade over car park to enable markets etc 9.00 $200,000.00 Johnstone Street

Wallis Street Trebonne Hinchinbrook Shire Council Bitumen Widening 6.00 $100,000.00 ‐ Bitumen Widen

North End Taylors Hinchinbrook Shire Council Beach near ramp ‐ Bitumen Sealing 6.00 $120,000.00 Bitumen

Hinchinbrook Shire Council Stone Street Bitumen Widening 6.00 $200,000.00

Herbert Street ‐ Hinchinbrook Shire Council Create a viewing platform for trains, tables, seating and a cultural area of local heritage 7.00 $320,000.00 Activate Space Wattle Street Footpath Hinchinbrook Shire Council Stage 2 is to construct a footpath along Wattle Street to Leichhardt Street. 6.00 $60,000.00 ‐ Stage 2

Forrest Beach Picaninny Park ‐ Hinchinbrook Shire Council Ecotrail / Wilderness walk 10.00 $200,000.00 pathway, boardwalk, bench seats

An extension of pedestrian pathway connecting nearby Hope Valley Estate with Hope Vale Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Pedestrian/Bicycle CBD. The pathway will mitigate risks associated with pedestrian traffic and interference on 24.00 $380,000.00 Council pathway the main road into Hope Vale.

Connecting road between Palm close and Theile St, Including entry and parking to adjoining Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Palm/Theile Hope Vale Cemetery. The road extension will support limiting the amount of local through 24.00 $385,000.00 Council Connection traffic that passes the school, and will provide all season access to the local cemetery.

Upgrade of existing town hall, including interior and exterior fit out. The hall is currently Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Hope Vale Town Hall unusable, through upgrading the hall the space will be able to be utilized for economic 32.00 $295,000.00 Council Upgrade growth, as well as cultural and recreational use.

Hope Vale School currently has no designated parking or drop off point for children. Traffic congestion at the front of the school on the main road into Hope Vale (Theile St), will be Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Hope Vale School drop mitigated through construction of a sealed carpark and children drop off zone. Also ensuring 24.00 $300,000.00 Council off and parking zone that children are being dropped off away from high traffic areas, and the main road into Hope Vale. The car park will also be utilized for the adjoining town hall.

Moranbah Netball Netball Courts ‐ New concrete pavement, new court furniture, new acrylic synthetic surface Isaac Regional Council 8.00 $420,000.00 Courts Renewal and new court lighting Moranbah Eastern Sporting Fields Isaac Regional Council New Club Shared Change Rooms and Toilet Block 7.00 $230,000.00 Amenities Improvements Clermont Rodeo & Show Society Isaac Regional Council New Grandstand, announcer's box, first aid room and tea/coffee station. 9.00 $230,000.00 Grandstand/Announce r's Box

Isaac Regional Council Clermont BMX Track New BMX Track and support park facilities 5.00 $200,000.00

Capella Street Isaac Regional Council Upgrade of street drainage and footpath access in an enhanced streetscape design 11.00 $400,000.00 Clermont Streetscape

Clermont Hood's Isaac Regional Council Lagoon Cycleway Upgrades to various sections of pathway to shared type to allow cycling 5.00 $30,000.00 Stage 1 Improvements

Recreational Park Fencing, Rebound Upgrade program to various recreational park fencing, rebound walls, irrigation and lighting Isaac Regional Council Walls, Irrigation and 6.00 $150,000.00 across Isaac Region. Lighting Upgrade Program Various Parks

Kowanyama Aboriginal Upgrade and extension to existing airport building to meet current building standards and Airport Terminal 25.00 $500,000.00 Shire Council allow for disabled access and toilets including a baby change room

Kowanyama Aboriginal Arts & Cultural Centre Upgrade to existing building to current building standards to house an arts & cultural centre, 27.00 $570,000.00 Shire Council & Café including coffee shop, arts and craft centre

Kowanyama Aboriginal Upgrades to existing farmland infrastructure to create a commercially viable market garden. Market Garden 36.00 $270,000.00 Shire Council This includes upgrades to sheds and outbuildings, irrigation system and fencing.

Kowanyama Aboriginal Upgrades to Training to install pathways, undercover areas and extend the building to include a kitchen/meals 9.00 $120,000.00 Shire Council Centre area Kowanyama Aboriginal install a miniature road network around the skate park/BBQ area to educate on road safety, Ride Safe Bike Path 6.00 $150,000.00 Shire Council roundabouts, traffic lights etc

Taranganba Rd Upgrading of Taranganba Rd and Frangipani Dve to signalised intersection to provide safe Livingstone Shire Council 10.00 $1,200,000.00 Intersection Upgrade access to adjacent school and residential areas.

Svendsen Rd Sealed Upgrading of 2.1km of unsealed road to sealed standard to provide safe travel for users of Livingstone Shire Council 13.00 $1,700,000.00 Road Construction the recently upgraded recreational boat ramp at Coorooman Creek.

Dairy Inn Rd (Ch 3850) Upgrade existing concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council Floodway and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $70,000.00 Replacement continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Mt Chalmers Rd (Ch Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council 1700) Floodway and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway. Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Sleipner Rd (Ch 4700) Livingstone Shire Council and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Floodway Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Thompson Point Rd Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council (Ch15050) New and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $60,000.00 Floodway continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Hoys Rd (Ch530) Livingstone Shire Council and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $70,000.00 Floodway Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Madges Rd (Ch1175) Livingstone Shire Council and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $40,000.00 Floodway Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Milman Rd (Ch9700) Livingstone Shire Council and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Floodway Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Dry Weather Rd (Ch Upgrade existing concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council 4950) Floodway and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Replacement continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Thompson Point Rd Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council (Ch7650) New and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Floodway continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Thompson Point Rd Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council (Ch10600) New and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Floodway continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Glenprairie Rd Construct new concrete floodway to provide safe access for residents, primary producers Livingstone Shire Council (Ch8500) Floodway and emergency services following severe rain events to improve the business and social 4.00 $50,000.00 Construction continuity and reduce maintenance costs of road assets associated with the floodway.

Lockhart River Aboriginal Expansion of Airport Expand airport access bridge from single to dual lane 5.00 $450,000.00 Shire Council bridge co‐contribution

Lockhart River Aboriginal Town to beach Construct bitumen walkway from Town to beach to provide safe passage 7.00 $200,000.00 Shire Council walkway

Lockhart River Aboriginal Playground installation Construct three children's playgrounds at strategic points in Lockhart River. 4.00 $150,000.00 Shire Council

Social Hub car park, Lockhart River Aboriginal fencing and Installation of car park, fencing and shade areas at the Communal Centre 5.00 $300,000.00 Shire Council landscaping

Lockhart River Aboriginal Esplanade utility Installation of outdoor exercise equipment at esplanade Qunintell Beach 2.00 $50,000.00 Shire Council project

Lockhart River Aboriginal Security lighting Install solar street lights at beach front and Old Site 1.00 $20,000.00 Shire Council project

Town beautification project including installation of drinking water fountain, installation of Lockhart River Aboriginal Town Beautification garden beds, mulching and planting of fruit trees. To beautify public spaces and encourage 2.00 $10,000.00 Shire Council a healthy diet.

Longreach Regional Council Pool Project Upgrade current wading pool and aquatic infrastructure and replace heaters at 25m pool 14.00 $265,000.00

Longreach Regional Council Ilfracombe Oval Tanks Replacement of 25 year old tanks 8.00 $100,000.00

Ilfracombe Park Fence Upgrade, Kiama Park Fence Upgrade, Longreach Skate Park Longreach Regional Council Parks Project 37.00 $358,000.00 Play Equipment, Teal St Park Construction, Apex Park Shed Erection

Replacement of old and leaking water infrastructure , reseal of main CBD and streetscape. Longreach Regional Council Isisford CBD upgrade 24.00 $135,000.00 Replace internal balustrade at Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre

Longreach Regional Council Longreach Depot Replacement of old ablution block 9.00 $100,000.00

Longreach Regional Council Yaraka Dam Maintenance of earth dam ‐ replace fluming and spill 10.00 $80,000.00

Ilfracombe Pool Longreach Regional Council Repairs to current footpath 18.00 $20,000.00 Footpath

Isisford Race Course Install a new ablution block as the current ablution block does not provide adequate Longreach Regional Council 21.00 $152,000.00 Toilet Block faculties for the number of people that attend various events

Roadwork/parking Mackay Regional Council upgrades ‐ Casey Upgrade to Casey Avenue and associated footpaths/street parking 20.00 $1,700,000.00 Avenue

Roundabout Mackay Regional Council reconstruction ‐ Casey Roundabout reconstruction to align with Casey Avenue roadwork project 20.00 $610,000.00 Avenue/Bridge Road

Footpath/kerb improvements ‐ Mackay Regional Council Footpath and kerb improvements at Walkerston State School 5.00 $179,000.00 Walkerston State School

Traffic improvement Mackay Regional Council works ‐ Bridge Road Traffic improvement works at Bridge Road IGA 8.00 $75,000.00 IGA

Bourke Street footpath Mackay Regional Council Footpath construction ‐ Blacks Beach Road to Belbin Street 8.00 $68,000.00 ‐ Stage 1 Bourke Street footpath Mackay Regional Council Footpath construction ‐ Belbin Street to Carroll Street 8.00 $101,000.00 ‐ Stage 2 Bourke Street footpath Mackay Regional Council Footpath construction ‐ Carroll Street to existing northern end footpath 8.00 $227,000.00 ‐ Stage 3 Footpath construction ‐ Mackay Regional Council Footpath construction ‐ Hoey Street, Sarina 5.00 $248,000.00 Hoey Street

Footpath construction ‐ Mackay Regional Council Footpath construction ‐ Burgess Street (Malcomson‐High Streets) 5.00 $62,485.00 Burgess Street

Bucasia Esplanade Mackay Regional Council Shared Pathway ‐ Shared pathway construction ‐ Bucasia Esplanade 8.00 $623,405.00 Stage 3 Bucasia Esplanade Mackay Regional Council Shared Pathway ‐ Shared pathway construction ‐ Bucasia Esplanade 8.00 $355,361.00 Stage 4

Bus shelter installation Mackay Regional Council Installation of bus shelter ‐ Sarina Beach Road/Grasstree Road 5.00 $65,000.00 ‐ Sarina Beach Road

Bus shelter installation Mackay Regional Council Installation of bus shelter ‐ Petersen Street, Sarina 5.00 $45,000.00 ‐ Petersen Street

Pedestrian Refuge ‐ Mackay Regional Council Construction of pedestrian refuge ‐ Mackay Base Hospital 5.00 $40,000.00 Mackay Base Hospital

Pedestrian Refuge ‐ Mackay Regional Council Construction of pedestrian refuge to address safety issue concerns 5.00 $35,374.00 Brandon Street, Sarina

Culvert upgrades ‐ Mackay Regional Council Camilleri's Road Culvert upgrades to reduce flooding ‐ Camilleri's Road Causeway 10.00 $1,286,000.00 Causeway Drainage upgrades ‐ Mackay Regional Council Drainage upgrades to address localised drainage issues 8.00 $115,000.00 Hampden Court Drain lining ‐ Celeber Mackay Regional Council Drain lining works to assist with ongoing and future maintenance 5.00 $260,503.00 Drive Koumala water supply Mackay Regional Council Upgrades to water supply to reduce water hardness levels 6.00 $249,750.00 upgrades Sarina Sewerage Mackay Regional Council Sewerage relining works/additional EROS pits 8.00 $810,000.00 Works ‐ Stage 2 Blacks Beach Park Mackay Regional Council Rebuild existing cliff staircase accessed from Blacks Beach Park 8.00 $500,000.00 Fitness Stairs Upgrades to North Mackay Regional Council Mackay Rotary Upgrade existing Rotary Lookout at North Mackay 8.00 $500,000.00 Lookout Barber Drive Park Mackay Regional Council Upgrades to Barber Drive Park, Blacks Beach 6.00 $300,000.00 upgrade Old Skillshare Mackay Regional Council Warehouse Upgrade to Council facility to address building condition assessment 6.00 $86,766.00 Renovations Air conditioning Mackay Regional Council upgrade ‐ Dome Upgrade of air conditioning at Council owned facility 4.00 $307,230.00 Ground Floor

Tourism directional Mackay Regional Council Targeted signage for tourism in region 3.00 $200,000.00 signage

Timber bridge Mackay Regional Council Upgrades to timber bridges to address compliance issues 6.00 $300,000.00 rehabilitation works

Roads ‐ Gravel Mackay Regional Council Gravel resheeting ‐ rural roads 20.00 $1,600,126.00 resheeting Mapoon Airstrip, is receiving a significant level of capital investment. Current plans exclude a Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Airport Shade cover for passengers. A shelter will be constructed with a concrete base and seating for 3.00 $60,000.00 Council Structure passengers and other users

The store is a key community service and retail customers and visitors are fully exposed to Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Undercover Carparking the elements. Project will include the design, supply and installation of an all weather shelter 4.00 $75,000.00 Council for Store to provide cover for shoppers and their vehicles.

Visitors enjoy a fantastic array of experiences when in Mapoon. This project seeks to Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Concrete Camping enhance this experience and provide skills and experience constructing a number of 4.00 $100,000.00 Council Pads ‐ Cullen Point concrete pads at the Cullen Point camp grounds for visitors who are travelling with Camper vans and trailer.

Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Work required to enhance the existing SES storage project. Initial project design omitted SES Shed Extension 3.00 $100,000.00 Council power, water and mezzanine level. This project will address these issues

Work required to remove hazardous material (asbestos) from old building identified for Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Asbestos removal demolition. Approval required for site to be managed using hazardous material handling and 3.00 $30,000.00 Council storage standards.

Work required to develop three themed community garden project sites in Mapoon (Entrance, Road side and Blanco park). The work will showcase our shire and promote Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Community community pride. Works will reflect the partnership with CDP provider and encompass their 10.00 $120,000.00 Council beautification program work plans, employee engagement, equipment, materials and plants. Project will promote native species and innovative use of local material.

Mapoon Aboriginal Shire $605,000.00 Council Building stage 1 of an A Stage 1 ‐ will comprise of kitchen, disable shower and toilet, office and day care respite cent 14

W4Q funding will construct nine 20mx6m concrete inverts with 80m high‐strength gravel on approach/departure, plus signage, guide posts and depth markers. Sites were selected to Regional Floodway reduce ongoing maintenance and customer requests for service, improve disaster Maranoa Regional Council 8.00 $585,000.00 Program preparedness/resilience, support internal employment and were referenced against Council’s current asset and traffic count data to ensure works are consistent with the 10 year asset management strategy.

Critical to improve pressures to areas dependent on Bore 12. If Bore 12 is not operating, pressure is supplied from the tower and is reduced during peak demands. W4Q funding will Bore 12 Reservoir and Maranoa Regional Council install a small reservoir and booster station at Bore 12 to operate independently of the 10.00 $400,000.00 Booster tower and improve pressure, placing less strain on the bore and reducing pumping costs, and creating new jobs for contractors. Unmetered connections mean currently 1/3 of the water used is unaccounted for, which is a loss in revenue and difficult to effectively manage the reticulation systems. Industry practice Metering Unmetered Maranoa Regional Council is for unaccounted water to be below 10%. W4Q funding will improve the quality of the 2.00 $65,000.00 Connections in Roma asset by installing meters targeting higher users, providing incentives to conserve water usage and reduce waste.

Modelling has shown that areas to the south of Roma experience low pressures during peak Golf Links Subdivision demands and this can affect the fire flows to this area. New minor infrastructure installed Maranoa Regional Council Fire Flow with W4Q funding will support internal jobs, and upgrade the water mains to allow better 4.00 $200,000.00 Augmentation pressures to the Fairways Drive area allowing Council to achieve fire‐fighting capacity during peak demand times.

W4Q funding will improve the function of the Roma Netball Courts through provision of lighting for four additional courts. This will allow court lighting to be completed for the Lighting for Roma Maranoa Regional Council entire facility ‐ bringing total lit courts to eight. Specific work details include installation of 2.00 $100,000.00 Netball Courts three additional lighting columns (poles), eight LED floodlights and the associated infrastructure (i.e. conduits, cable, switches).

Royes Street Mareeba Mareeba Shire Council Widen seal and add kerb & channel to Royes Street Mareeba. 8.00 $400,000.00 Upgrades

Tinaroo Creek Road Rehabilitate and widen seal of Tinaroo Creek Road, Mareeba from Spurrier Road to Hannam Mareeba Shire Council 30.00 $1,070,000.00 Mareeba Upgrades Drive.

Mareeba Shire Mareeba Shire Council Western Roads Design and construct new culverts 30.00 $500,000.00 Culverts Construction

Anzac Avenue Barron With no suitable alternative route (detour 5.7km) for residential and commercial road users, Mareeba Shire Council River Bridge Mareeba secure access by renewing bridge. Timber girders replaced/restored, new timber deck, kerbs 30.00 $540,000.00 Upgrade and asphalt wearing course.

Black Mountain Road With no suitable alternative (detour 43km), secure access by renewing bridge. Girder Mareeba Shire Council Watercourse Bridge 7 16.00 $100,000.00 renewal of Black Mountain Road Water Cource Bridge 7, Mona Mona. Mona Mona Renewal

Mareeba Swimming Mareeba Shire Council Upgrade kiosk and administration facilities at Mareeba Swimming Pool, Mareeba. 24.00 $250,000.00 Pool Refurbishment

Pinnacle Road Flin With no alternative route for 13 property owners, secure access by renewing bridge.Girder Mareeba Shire Council Creek Bridge Julatten 11.00 $250,000.00 renewal of Flin Creek Bridge, Pinnacle Road Julatten. Renewal Hillview Road Boggy With no alternative route secure access by upgrading bridge. Minor maintenance and install Mareeba Shire Council Creek Bridge Julatten 3.00 $200,000.00 decay prevention to prolong life of existing timber girders. Renewal

Petersen St, Biboohra Biboohra. Upgrade of existing car park area to a bitumen sealed all weather parking area. Mareeba Shire Council 20.00 $100,000.00 off street carpark

Bicentennial Lakes Mareeba Shire Council Upgrade Bicentennial Lakes Mareeba with solar lights and footpaths. 19.00 $175,000.00 Mareeba Upgrades

Almaden Transfer Upgrade Almaden Transfer Station to include an additional 3 concrete bays for waste Mareeba Shire Council 25.00 $25,000.00 Station Upgrades disposal and security fencing.

Dimbulah Cemetery Mareeba Shire Council Toilet Facilities Construction of toilet facilities at Dimbulah Cemetery, Dimbulah. 15.00 $40,000.00 Construction

Clacherty Road Mareeba Shire Council Julatten Crossing Construct concrete causeway including 300mm Ø low flow pipe & unsealed approaches 20.00 $100,000.00 Improvement

McIntyre Park Construction of shade structure for new playground at McIntyre Park which will enhance the McKinlay Shire Council 4.00 $29,138.50 Playground Shade lifespan of the equipment, protecting it from direct sunlight.

Construction of shade structure over new playground equipment at Peter Dawes Park. The Peter Dawes Park McKinlay Shire Council shade will prolong the useful life of the equipment and provide much need protection from 4.00 $39,602.10 Playground Shade the sun for the families who use the park.

Construction of shade structure over new playground equipment at Kynuna Park. The shade Kynuna Park McKinlay Shire Council will prolong the useful life of the equipment and provide much need protection from the sun 4.00 $27,270.00 Playground Shade for the families who use the park.

Coyne Street Shade McKinlay Shire Council Construction of Shade Structure in Coyne Street for Car Parking 8.00 $80,000.00 Structure Car Park

Sewer Treatment Plant Make enhancement to the sewer treatment plant and facility to enable increased capacity McKinlay Shire Council 10.00 $710,000.00 Improvement and improved treatment of the waste.

Waterslide at Julia McKinlay Shire Council Installation of waterslide at Julia Creek Swimming Pool 5.00 $173,989.40 Creek Swimming Pool

Staff Housing Relocation of 8 housing units donated by Mornington Island Hospital for use for Council staff Mornington Shire Council 15.00 $358,000.00 Installation housing

Mornington Shire Council Council Pound Construction of animal pound for Mornington island 10.00 $472,000.00

Mornington Shire Council Council Store Shelving Fit out Council store with appropriate shelving to complete store upgrade project 5.00 $210,000.00

Storage shed Refurbishment of unused large storage shed to suit storage of bulk construction materials Mornington Shire Council 15.00 $340,000.00 refurbishment for Housing Program Level/layout/fence Level new area of cemetery reserve, construct access and service roads including kerbing, new section of landscaping and seating, irrigation systems using recycled treated waste water, install Mount Isa City Council 18.00 $175,000.00 cemetery (North security fencing. Project will add to the existing cemetery which is quickly becoming Western Area) challenged for burial space.

Upgrade current CBD area whilst utilising Crime Prevention through Environmental Planning CBD Revitalisation principals when incorporating design and construction of medians, seating, landscaping, Mount Isa City Council 29.00 $395,000.00 Work improved lighting and parking facility in order to attract and improve occupancy of the CBD area and increase business support. This project extends the existing Class A treated effluent reticulation system into the city limits where it will be used to offset the City's dependence on potable water to green and Upgrade to Effluent beautify parks and recreational areas to improve life style quality. The project will Mount Isa City Council reticulation network 25.00 $1,750,000.00 incorporate the installation (in ground) of approx. 2.6km of 150mm diameter sewer Phase # 1 reticulation pipeline and will be the first of a number of stages to service other public spaces within the city.

The construction of a pound/animal management centre will provide the community with a high quality animal impoundment and housing centre under the care of a fulltime qualified Mount Isa City Council Pound veterinarian and assistant whilst improving community safety by removing stray animals 37.00 $440,000.00 from the streets. The pound will incorporate a new building with handling facilities, animal housing, roadworks, security fencing and landscaping.

The upgrade of the community Hall in the small township of Camooweal will incorporate the restumping of the hall, upgrading its flooring and roof, replacing the Hall's kitchen and Camooweal Hall catering area as well as improving its security. The Hall is the main historical landmark of the Mount Isa City Council 14.00 $150,000.00 Refurbishment township and is heritage registered. The Hall is used by the community of Camooweal for public meetings, ceremonies, festivals and to celebrate special national events such as ANZAC Day, Australia Day etc.

General clearing and tidying up of parkland. Earth moving and landscaping to create central Shire Parks Murweh Shire Council focal points around parks for families and community. Plant trees and shrubs, create 6.00 $350,000.00 Landscaping walkways and install seating and shade For the towns of , Morven and Charleville. Creating natural spaces in the CBD for Murweh Shire Council Shire Street Scaping shoppers and business attraction. Contemporary paving and street furniture, planting trees 7.00 $200,000.00 and shrubs along the walkways

Town Entrance Murweh Shire Council Signage Augathella, Upgrade and redesign entrance signage to the shire's towns 3.00 $130,000.00 Morven Charleville

Street WiFi for Murweh Shire Council To install free Wi‐Fi access in Charleville's CBD and airport 2.00 $100,000.00 Charleville Augathella Town Hall Murweh Shire Council Installation of air conditioning and upgrade of hall to improve poor acoustics 4.00 $150,000.00 Upgrade

Water infrastructure Murweh Shire Council Trench, lay new piping and connect town water supply to Charleville Industrial estate 7.00 $200,000.00 installation

Refurbishment of Redesign information area, install contemporary display units, create new office space and Murweh Shire Council Charleville's Tourist 5.00 $100,000.00 sales area for souvenirs and ticket sales. Information Centre

Charleville Construct base for installation of planetarium dome. Refurbishment of seating for shows and Murweh Shire Council Planetarium 7.00 $200,000.00 presentations Refurbishment Sustaining jobs for our own staff and fostering future economic activity, refurbishing the Napranum Aboriginal Shire Community farm community farm so as to bring it back to an operational state will entail demolishing old 3.00 $475,000.00 Council redevelopment sheds, refitting the administration building, farm house and other structures and installing cropping infrastructure Sustaining jobs for our own staff and fostering future economic activity, bitumising the fuel Napranum Aboriginal Shire Workshop refit and service area and modernising the workshop will provide community with the opportunity to 3.00 $350,000.00 Council modernisation spend their fuel and mechanical dollars within the township sustaining local job creation in years to come

Refitting the takeaway done largely by our own staff will provide an opportunity for Napranum Aboriginal Shire Takeaway refit economic activity, job creation and an enhancement to social and emotional well being 4.00 $250,000.00 Council through greater food security and healthy choices

Napranum Aboriginal Shire New irrigation on the road into town, and maintenance and upgrades to the irrigation at the Community irrigation 1.00 $117,500.00 Council sports oval, local parks and other areas. These works will be undertaken by our own staff.

Napranum Aboriginal Shire Upgrade parks and Returfing open spaces and playgrounds plus replacing minor infrastructure items will sustain 1.00 $117,500.00 Council play areas local jobs and enhance liveability through play

Monto Historical and North Burnett Regional Cultural Complex Building entry repairs and maintenance 7.00 $50,000.00 Council Maintenance

North Burnett Regional Mundubbera Archer Upgrade single lane entry to dual lane with improved visibility 6.00 $40,800.00 Council Park Entrance Upgrade

North Burnett Regional NBRC Town / Street Improve condition / maintenance, quality and useful life of Barlyn Rd & Warton St, Gayndah. 18.00 $275,040.00 Council Upgrade Visibility and seal improvements to Mahoney and Burnett St's, Mundubbera.

North Burnett Regional NBRC Electronic Lock Upgrade of mechanical to electronic locking system on Council's public buildings to dovetail 4.00 $50,000.00 Council Upgrade into electronic system currently used on Council's Administration buildings.

North Burnett Regional Implement supplementary solar power to Council's high power usage facilities such as NBRC Solar Project 15.00 $500,000.00 Council swimming pools and water treatment plants at various locations.

North Burnett Regional NBRC Regional Minor Facility upgrades to enhance community liveability across the region. (E.g. Biggenden 5.00 $110,000.00 Council Liveability Projects Sportsground canteen)

North Burnett Regional NBRC Enhanced Parks Regional Parks and Gardens Enhancement 5.00 $204,160.00 Council Maintenance

North Burnett Regional NBRC Hall Upgrades Upgrade of community halls at Biggenden, Eidsvold and Monto 47.00 $380,000.00 Council Northern Peninsula Area New Mapoon Oval Replacement of failed and dilapidated sport oval lighting posts and fittings 4.00 $250,000.00 Regional Council Lights

Northern Peninsula Area New Mapoon Relocate Relocate existing BBQ & toilet facilities, including reconnection of services 4.00 $25,000.00 Regional Council BBQ & Toilets

Supply and install new oval fencing. Northern Peninsula Area Oval Fixups Supply and install oval water supply and irrigation equipment. Supply and install play fields 4.00 $350,000.00 Regional Council line marking and goal posts. Restoration of oval seating.

Northern Peninsula Area NPA playground Installation of new playground equipment at 5 communities 6.00 $500,000.00 Regional Council equipment upgrade

Northern Peninsula Area Community footpaths Provide community footpaths and linkages between communities. 20km combined cycleway 4.00 $285,000.00 Regional Council linkages pedestrian paths Northern Peninsula Area Construction of road intersection to improve road safety surrounding Community park and Intersection Injinoo 8.00 $400,000.00 Regional Council children’s play area

This project extends the footpath and lighting constructed under W4Q R1 and Building our Regions R3 from Kitchener Bligh Estate to Klub Kuda budget accommodation. Benefits Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Community include improved safety, improved access and mobility and improved health. Economic 12.00 $400,000.00 Council connectivity (ST 3) benefits include jobs during construction and flow on effects from improvements in the safety and liveability of the island.

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Construction of a lookout at Sid Casey viewing point on Wallaby Point Road. The project will Sid Casey Lookout 6.00 $200,000.00 Council contribute to tourism related infrastructure and provide amenity for residents

This project entails beautification of the Butler Bay foreshore in line with the current Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Butler Bay Park revetment wall construction which will protect the bay. The project includes cleaning up the 10.00 $250,000.00 Council upgrade area, installation of a footpath with solar lighting and landscaping including picnic shelters, bbqs and outdoor furniture to improve liveability and wellbeing

This project extends the Coolgaree Bay foreshore redevelopment constructed under W4Q Coolgaree Bay Palm Island Aboriginal Shire R1 to the area beyond the heli pad along beach road. The project includes landscaping and foreshore 10.00 $150,000.00 Council the installation of picnic shelters, bbqs and outdoor furniture to improve liveability and redevelopment (ST 2) wellbeing.

This project would see the establishment of a contemporary container park to be used for exhibition space during the centenary events in 2018 and then repurposed to become a Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Container Park small business incubator in late 2018 and onward. It is proposed that the container park 7.00 $200,000.00 Council would be located behind the Sunset Café and utilize the public toilets in that area. Containers would be fully fitted out.

Construction of a purpose built ferry terminal that will provide safe, all weather waiting area Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Peter Gumbellah Prior for ferry passengers, a ticketing solution and retail opportunities. Construction designs are 16.00 $1,220,000.00 Council Ferry Terminal underway with support of Building our Regions R3 funding. As the main access point, the terminal is critical infrastructure for the island.

The council building is in a state of disrepair and is in need of significant external maintenance (repair of electricals, replacement of stairs on foreshore side, painting, etc). Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council building This could be accompanied by an internal repurposing of the internal areas vacated by the 7.00 $200,000.00 Council maintenance Finance Department for an extension of the IKC and the establishment of an arts and culture space Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Palm Island Cemetery This project is to build a fence around the cemetery perimeter (approx. 850m) to reduce 4.00 $100,000.00 Council Fencing damage by cars and horses. Service, repair, replace and install split system air‐conditioning to improve condition and Climate Control Paroo Shire Council standard across Council buildings and housing. Minimum 4 buildings. Stage 1 of program 15.00 $50,000.00 Upgrade implementation.

Architectural drawings, structural engineering, fencing, carpentry and painting of up to 27 Building and Housing Council Houses and Buildings. Conduct of re‐levelling, repairs to stumps and foundations Paroo Shire Council Structural and drainage of sub‐base. Upgrades to kitchens, bathrooms, structural improvements and 55.00 $400,000.00 Maintenance public areas. Priority addressing of safety compliance and disability access. To improve quality and lifespan of structures. Stage 1 of program implementation

Cunnamulla Replacement of Canteen to meet food service requirements. Installation of food and drink Paroo Shire Council Racecourse 10.00 $50,000.00 consumption area in a Disaster Management Infrastructure Asset. Refurbishment Remove, replace or re‐furbish existing public amenities building (e.g. toilet blocks, park Township Public infrastructure) and replace/refurbish to improve quality of asset and be a wheelchair Paroo Shire Council 45.00 $200,000.00 Infrastructure Upgrade accessible facility. To occur across the Eulo, Yowah and Wyandra Townships with regard to the Asset Management Plan. Installation of new town signage to improve quality and lifespan and meet TMR and Tourism Town Signage Paroo Shire Council specifications. Implementation of Paroo Shire Signage Style and specification standard ‐ 10.00 $80,000.00 Installation Stage 1. Refurbishment of swimming pool infrastructure to meet audit requirements for safety and Swimming Pool Safety Paroo Shire Council reduction of public risk. Improve quality of ablution facilities for Evacuation Centre 11.00 $50,000.00 Compliance infrastructure. Stage 2

Replacement of remaining Canite walls, repair and replacement of roof and kitchen safety Paroo Shire Council Library Refurbishment 13.00 $32,500.00 upgrades to improve quality and increase lifespan of building. Stage 2

Noorama Sport and Repair to fence and lighting at tennis courts. Re‐marking tennis court lines and repair of net Paroo Shire Council Recreational 7.00 $22,500.00 and playground infrastructure. General works to increase lifespan and quality of facilities. Maintenance

Kerb, Channel and Improve condition through removal of old footpaths, replacement of footpath paving, kerb Paroo Shire Council 10.00 $100,000.00 Footpath Replacement and channel and footpath works. Stage 2

Replacement of JKP canteen to meet food and service requirements for safety and hygiene Kitchen and Service Paroo Shire Council standard. Upgrade of Shire Hall Kitchen to be able to service Evacuation Centre Meal service 20.00 $105,000.00 Building Upgrade and replacement of damaged kitchen infrastructure.

Repairs and upgrades to water and sewerage network and transfer stations including Sewerage and Water Paroo Shire Council upgrades to utilise latest technology and compliance with standards to protect essential 25.00 $100,000.00 Network Upgrades public asset infrastructure. To be conducted concurrently with BOR3 projects. Stage 2.

Descal of bores, Council to In‐kind contrib, eligible because it maintains Assets to include Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Pormpuraaw Bore Pumps, Valves n Pipes, Switchboard & Telemetry. Per CT Management Group Consultant 4.00 $49,000.00 Shire Council Descal Nov 2014 Renewal of essential assets, Council to in‐kind contrib, eligible because it maintains assets Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Pormpuraaw Sewer including Pumps, Valves and Pipes, Switchboard & Telemetry, per CT Management 4.00 $171,000.00 Shire Council Refurb Consultant Nov 2014 Workshop Building Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Pormpuraaw Demolish old building (age of building makes it a potential safety issue) and rebuild metal 8.00 $592,500.00 Shire Council Workshop shed structure & fit out internally, Council to In‐kind contrib, eligible because it address WHS, improves Work environment

Sports field Construction Clear & Prepare Land for Community Sports field with construction of an amenities block Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Pormpuraaw Sport including showers, 8.00 $577,500.00 Shire Council field toilets, changerooms, disabled toilets and kiosk/canteen including fencing & carpark, Council to In‐kind, eligible because it improves, life style & exercise, brings community together

Eromanga Rec Quilpie Shire Council Grounds ablution Replace existing ablution block at Recreation Grounds 11.00 $120,000.00 block

Bulloo Park exclusion Quilpie Shire Council Exclusion fence full perimeter of Bulloo Park reserve and minor race track repairs 7.00 $50,000.00 fence and track repairs Adavale town streets Quilpie Shire Council Upgrade and seal part McKinlay Street and Blackwater Street, Adavale 13.00 $200,000.00 seal

Quilpie Shire Council JW Park kiosk upgrade Extend concrete paths and various kiosk upgrades 7.00 $40,000.00

Brolga Street Quilpie Shire Council Brolga Street median strip upgrade 16.00 $200,000.00 streetscape Quilpie Shire Council refuelling facility stage Extend W4Q round 1 project to include Jet A1 fuel 16.00 $150,000.00 2

Eromanga town Construct a feature sign promoting the town of Eromanga and the Eromanga Natural History Quilpie Shire Council 7.00 $80,000.00 feature signage Museum to include a picnic table and attract photo opportunities for tourists

ENHM camp kitchen Quilpie Shire Council Infrastructure at the Dinosaur Park 11.00 $260,000.00 and laundry

Childrens Swimming Upgrade of existing wading pool, to provide a safe environment for younger children to Richmond Shire Council 6.00 $100,000.00 Pool Revamp swim/play.

Water Mains Richmond Shire Council Water mains replacement from AC to PVC Pipe 4.00 $100,000.00 Maxwelton Water Mains Goldring Richmond Shire Council Water mains replacement from AC to PVC Pipe 4.00 $60,000.00 Street

Rubbish Site ‐ Office & Construction of a shed and office at the Town Rubbish Site. This will enable the site to be Richmond Shire Council 4.00 $40,000.00 Shed manned and implement a better waste management system for the town.

Upgrade of the park outside the Carpentaria Roadhouse. This will include defining the area Park at Carpentaria of the park with new kerb and channelling. The turf will be upgraded to create a green park Richmond Shire Council 6.00 $100,000.00 Fuel as it is currently not irrigated. This will provide an area for both community members and tourists to enjoy. Construction of a shade structure over the skate park to provide shade and promote sun Richmond Shire Council Skate Park Shed 4.00 $100,000.00 safety.

New toilets at the Skate Park. There are currently no public amenities at or near to the skate Richmond Shire Council Skate Park Toilets 2.00 $20,000.00 park, so this will greatly improve the facilities for the users of the park.

Bush Tucker Garden Richmond Shire Council Construction of a gazebo at the Bush Tucker Garden 2.00 $45,000.00 Gazebo

Construction of an enclosed shed to display large historical items. This is specifically aimed at Richmond Shire Council Cambridge Shed 4.00 $100,000.00 historical items relating to the industries of the local area

Cemetery Lawn Richmond Shire Council Upgrade of the turf at the cemetery 6.00 $100,000.00 Upgrade Construction of a shade structure over the waterpark so that the park can safely be used by Richmond Shire Council Waterpark Upgrade 2.00 $50,000.00 children at any time of day all year round.. Richmond Shire Council Lake Path New 2m wide concrete path around the lake for walking, running & cycling. 8.00 $150,000.00 Replacement of the old single toilet at the lake with new male/female toilets. This is to Richmond Shire Council Lake New Toilet provide community members using the jetty and pontoon side of the lake with better 2.00 $35,000.00 facilities. Convert Old Library to Converting the existing library in a town gym to help combat higher levels of obesity in Richmond Shire Council 4.00 $50,000.00 Gym western communities.

Rockhampton Heritage Rockhampton Regional This project includes the cost of removing an old asbestos structure, and will provide much Village Amenities Block 7.00 $200,000.00 Council needed amenities in an area used by approximately 6000 visitors per year. Replacement Project

Rockhampton Heritage Rockhampton Regional Replace and upgrade lighting and electrical infrastructure at the Rockhampton Heritage Village Lighting 5.00 $150,000.00 Council Village. Upgrade

Mount Archer Summit Rockhampton Regional Stage 2 includes elevated walkway, lookouts, pathways, interpretive design and emergency Circuit Stage 2 (Fraser 20.00 $400,000.00 Council helipad. (Prior W4Q has funded Stage 1.) Park Canopy Walk)

Rockhampton Regional Facility Upgrades Various Facilities Upgrades 6.00 $148,000.00 Council Rockhampton Regional Springers Lagoon Works to stabilise and enhance the area as a nature based recreation area. 5.00 $80,000.00 Council

Pilbeam Drive Shoulder widening connection from Frenchville Road to the start of the existing path Rockhampton Regional Walkway Connection constructed for the 'Pilbeam Drive Walkway' to improve safety, plus Stage 1 of the adjacent 10.00 $600,000.00 Council to Frenchville Road car park at the base of Pilbeam Drive.

Upgrade works on Macquarie Street, between Somerset Road to Middle Road, in the Rockhampton Regional Macquarie Street Gracemere Industrial Area. The project will target priority works to improve safety and 16.00 $500,000.00 Council Upgrade Works efficiency for heavy vehicles within the section. Rockhampton Regional Structural reinforcement works to portions of the Fernery structure and its retaining wall Hugo Lassen Fernery 33.00 $800,000.00 Council features, within heritage and public safety requirements. Rockhampton Regional SES Facilities Upgrades Construction of additional building capacity and amenities at the Gracemere SES Facility. 25.00 $500,000.00 Council

Pedestrian and cycle infrastructure works aligned with Council's Active Transport Plan and Rockhampton Regional Footpath and the CQ Principal Cycle Network Plan, with expenditure additional to the existing allocation in 5.00 $525,000.00 Council Cycleway Package the 2017/18 & 2018/19 RRC Capital budgets.

Straightening and Rockhampton Regional Straightening and replacement of street signage at multiple sites in the Rockhampton Replacement of Street 3.00 $150,000.00 Council Region. Signage

Rockhampton Regional Mount Morgan CBD Works to upgrade the footpath on Morgan Street in the CBD of the town of Mount Morgan, 8.00 $500,000.00 Council Footpath Upgrade plus improvements to seating and rubbish bins.

Rockhampton Regional Gracemere CBD Works to improve the footpath in the CBD of the town of Gracemere. 8.00 $500,000.00 Council Footpath Upgrade

Rockhampton Regional Reception Room at Remove the mezzanine floor above the Reception Room to return it to its original state. This 27.00 $1,300,000.00 Council Rockhampton City Hall will restore the Hall to allow the conduct of civic functions.

Rockhampton Regional Stapleton Park Flood Installation of flood valves to mitigate the impacts of flooding near the PCYC and Historical 4.00 $100,000.00 Council Valves Society Building in Rockhampton. Rockhampton Regional Stapleton Park Toilets Construction of a public toilet facility at Stapleton Park. 8.00 $120,000.00 Council Development of supporting Rockhampton Regional infrastructure for Development of artificial hockey surface and associated access and circulation infrastructure 56.00 $2,475,000.00 Council relocation of to accompany an approved project for Rockhampton Hockey Association. Rockhampton Hockey Association.

South Burnett Regional Drainage Works Drainage and floodway repairs 4.87 $670,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Gravel Resheeting Gravel resheeting 6.10 $1,000,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Construct Footpaths Footpath construction 6.92 $760,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Kingaroy Town Hall Minor Refurbishment 0.40 $125,000.00 Council Precinct, Kingaroy South Burnett Regional Kingaroy Depot Replace and upgrade lights to LED 0.16 $35,000.00 Council

South Burnett Regional Kingaroy Visitors Re‐sheet roof & replace air conditioner 1.60 $200,000.00 Council Information Centre

South Burnett Regional Pools Replace disabled chair lifts and building refurbishments 1.20 $165,000.00 Council Wondai South Burnett Regional Administration Repaint roof and internal painting 0.41 $70,000.00 Council Complex South Burnett Regional Ringsfield House , General building repairs and painting 0.79 $97,000.00 Council Nanango Nanango South Burnett Regional Administration & Re‐configure and replace roof; replace air conditioning, electrical upgrades, painting 2.45 $650,000.00 Council Library Building South Burnett Regional Boondooma Replace floor coverings, external painting, building repairs 0.77 $90,000.00 Council Homestead South Burnett Regional Murgon Town Hall Replace loading dock, security lighting and security fencing repairs 0.04 $10,000.00 Council

South Burnett Regional Lady Bjelke‐Petersen Telehealth capability (Install fibre optic cable & associated IT equipment) 0.08 $25,000.00 Council Community Hospital

South Burnett Regional O'Neill Square Stage Install guttering and associated drainage 0.07 $22,000.00 Council Area, Kingaroy

South Burnett Regional Kingaroy Aerodrome General refurbishment 0.48 $160,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Gordonbrook Dam Create area for day users 0.05 $15,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Parks Installation of shelters and pathing 0.23 $75,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Bollards Installation of safety bollards 0.60 $125,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional Boondooma Dam Upgrade to water and electricity services 0.17 $56,000.00 Council South Burnett Regional BP Walking Track Install rubber under fitness equipment 0.11 $35,000.00 Council Southern Downs Regional Dungaree Memorial Dungaree commemorative memorial space 4.00 $135,000.00 Council

Killarney Multipurpose Complete refurbishment and relocation of existing Killarney Scout Building into a multi Southern Downs Regional Facility and Willi Street purpose facility (Tourist Information, Wi‐Fi hot spot, Library, Disaster Coordination Centre & 19.00 $695,000.00 Council Community Groups Heritage Centre) and the relocation of Rainbow FM, Men's Shed, Warwick Wood Crafters & relocation Warwick Artist Group from Willi Street, Warwick, to suitable locations.

Rest area for visitors Southern Downs Regional and travellers Development of Wallangarra Lions Park rest area for visitors and travellers including the 4.00 $150,000.00 Council incorporating new construction of a 'QUEENSLANER' entrance sign near the border entrance signage.

Southern Downs Regional Regions Art Gallery Extension of the Stanthorpe Art Gallery and refurbishment of exhibition space at Warwick 5.00 $150,000.00 Council upgrade Art Gallery Southern Downs Regional Condamine River , Condamine River Walking and Cycle path extension from Weir 6.00 $115,000.00 Council Walk/Cycle path

Recreation Areas at Southern Downs Regional Connolly Dam and This project provides facilities for recreational users at these locations. 4.00 $150,000.00 Council small villages. (BBQ’s and covered seats)

Multi Purpose Vehicle Southern Downs Regional Enhanced internal fit out of new mobile library, tailored to requirements for use as a mobile fit out ‐ Disaster 4.00 $75,000.00 Council disaster coordination centre Centre/Library

Southern Downs Regional Burial Wall at Warwick Construct a burial wall at Warwick cemetery 4.00 $180,000.00 Council cemetery

Southern Downs Regional Killarney Streetscape Killarney Streetscape stage 2 3.00 $50,000.00 Council stage 2

Southern Downs Regional Industrial Land Extending and developing the Stanthorpe Industrial area. This will include Water and 18.00 $700,000.00 Council Development Wastewater, Kerb and channelling, electricity and communications and road construction.

Includes: Fitzroy Street rehabilitation and stabilisation, this area of Fitzroy Street is in a flood Warwick CBD Road zone and will be a high use road when Bunnings is relocated to Canning Street Warwick; and Southern Downs Regional and Footpath Warwick footpaths improvements from Fitzroy to Victoria Street (on Palmerin Street) 16.00 $500,000.00 Council improvements Shopping Centre redevelopment, this will increase foot traffic due to new entrance off Fitzroy St, Palmerin St intersection.

Merriland Replacement of existing iron sheeting with new iron sheeting on entirety of roof of Tablelands Regional Council 9.00 $300,000.00 Hall/Cafeteria Merriland Hall. Additional refurbishment of Cafeteria.

Patrick English Pavilion Replacement of existing iron sheeting with new iron sheeting on entirety of roof structure. Tablelands Regional Council 7.00 $300,000.00 ‐ Malanda Additional structural works required including replacement of timber trusses.

Yungaburra Memorial Partial roof repair over kitchen section of Yungaburra Memorial Hall. External painting of Tablelands Regional Council 6.00 $50,000.00 Hall Hall. Meals on Wheels Tablelands Regional Council Replace roof for entirety of building to remedy leaking issues resulting from deterioration. 5.00 $10,000.00 Atherton Carpark/Internal Road ‐ asphalt overlay Improve disabled access and parking to current park Tablelands Regional Council Rotaract Park 6.00 $60,000.00 facilities.

Disability parks and Tablelands Regional Council Provision of disabled access to picnic tables and BBQ's in four TRC parks 4.00 $80,000.00 gardens facilities

Atherton Swimming Replacement and maintenance of existing heating infrastructure for 50m pool to allow for Tablelands Regional Council 9.00 $20,000.00 pool ongoing usage during cooler weather. Reconstruct unsealed road formations that have deteriorated to an unsatisfactory standard Tablelands Regional Council Maintenance grading 6.00 $142,500.00 over time Desilt existing longidunal drains and minor culvert structures, to reinstall the original design Tablelands Regional Council Road drainage 5.00 $142,500.00 capacities of these assets

Hot water pressure cleaning of CBD footpaths in the following Town Centres. Atherton, Tablelands Regional Council Footpath cleaning 2.00 $45,000.00 Ravenshoe, Mt Garnet, Herberton, Tolga, Kairi, Yungaburra, Malanda & Millaa Millaa

Tablelands Regional Council Street Lighting Installation of street light at pedestrian crossing in Cook Street, Atherton 2.00 $10,000.00

Widen (3.5) and seal single lane section including drainage of Channel Road 1.7km (Ch. 5.25 ‐ Tablelands Regional Council Channel Road. 8.00 $500,000.00 6.95 km) Widen (3.5) and seal single lane section including drainage of Channel Road 0.85km (Ch. Tablelands Regional Council Channel Road 8.00 $250,000.00 7.45 ‐ 8.3 Km)

Tablelands Regional Council Danzer Drive Drainage Shape and concrete line existing drains (250m) 8.00 $500,000.00

Tablelands Regional Council Tully Falls Road Replacement of timber deck with concrete. 10.00 $500,000.00

Improvements to waste infrastructure involving replacement of Recycle Rubber Wheel Material Recycling Tablelands Regional Council Screen Rollers at Atherton Materials Recovery Facility to ensure the effective operation of 2.00 $50,000.00 Facility Infrastructure the recycling facility and increase production rate of recycling

Water Reservoir Implement cleaning of 42 No. critical reservoir sites to ensure compliance with water quality Tablelands Regional Council 4.00 $300,000.00 Maintenance regulations and improve the serviceable life of the reservoirs.

Tablelands Regional Council Upgrade of Sludge and Construct septage receival station to replace existing aged facility which is subject to breakdo 4 300000

Waiben Esplanade Torres Shire Council Replacement of 1000m of Asbestos Water Main 5.00 $171,900.00 Water Main Upgrade

Brightening Our Install Solar Lighting units in various locations ‐ (a) Thursday Island (b) Horn Island (c ) Torres Shire Council Community – Solar 3.00 $120,000.00 Muralag Beach (POW) Lighting Torres Shire Council New Dog Pound Construction of New Dog Pound and associated infrastructure 8.00 $40,000.00 Blackall Street Torres Shire Council Replacement of stormwater structures on Thursday Island 6.00 $168,100.00 Drainage Upgrade

Milman Hill Header Various Water Supply Infrastructure Upgrades. (a) Install Chlorine Analysers and Turbidity Torres Shire Council 3.00 $120,000.00 Tank Water Upgrades Monitors. (b) Upgrade plumbing inlet to Horn Island Header Tank.

Cook Esplanade Torres Shire Council Construction of recreational infrastructure 6.00 $500,000.00 Beautification

Cemetery Drainage Torres Shire Council Construction of drainage 3.00 $100,000.00 Upgrades

Refurbish Sadies Beach Torres Shire Council Refurbish Sadies Beach Infrastructure 3.00 $100,000.00 Infrastructure

Footpath Upgrades Torres Shire Council Replace damaged footpath is Town Centre area and install new footpath on Blackall Street 4.00 $100,000.00 Town Centre

Ken Brown Oval Torres Shire Council Refurbish Public Toilet and Kiosk 4.00 $100,000.00 Facilities Upgrades

Mabuiag Community Roof Repairs/ Replacement works to enable commencement of My Pathway refurbishment Torres Strait Island Regional Hall repairs and project. Roofing iron and associated components needs to be replaced before internal 2.00 $85,000.00 Council replacement project can commence.

Iama Sporting Complex General Torres Strait Island Regional Refurbishment to Refurbishment of Toilets, Guttering, electrical, high bay lighting & Paint & patch. 3.00 $250,000.00 Council restore to fit for purpose St Pauls Stadium Torres Strait Island Regional Additional works to Securing roof, Doorways, floor & Walls & bring outside toilets to working order. 3.00 $250,000.00 Council restore to fit for purpose condition

Mer Community Hall Torres Strait Island Regional Repair stage and install Rebuild existing dance stage and installation of mail boxes. 2.00 $38,000.00 Council mail boxes for community use

Roller Doors are failing due to corrosion issues on the island causing a WHS & security issues, Workshops ‐ replace Torres Strait Island Regional replace failed roller doors with purpose built gates for Islands Hammond Water Store, roller doors with 2.00 $225,000.00 Council Warraber Mechanics Shed, Badu Stadium, Mabuiag Mechanics Shed, Dauan Mechanics purpose built gates Workshop & Murray Road Gang Shed.

Ugar Stadium General Torres Strait Island Regional Refurbishment to Electrical work including lighting, stadium clean up/ Back boards ect including internal 2.00 $85,000.00 Council restore to fit for Painting. purpose

Erub Guest House General Torres Strait Island Regional General upgrades for OH&S, Ceiling, doors, internal walls, external walls flooring & improve Refurbishment to 2.00 $80,000.00 Council functionality. restore to fit for purpose

Badu Community Torres Strait Island Regional Police Station Roof and Replacement of Badu Community Police Station Roof, guttering & Down pipes. 2.00 $50,000.00 Council guttering replacement Torres Strait Island Regional Poruma Council Office Air‐conditioning Repairs required for WHS. 1.00 $60,000.00 Council Air con replacement

Dauan Guesthouse General Torres Strait Island Regional Refurbishment to Structural‐ Flooring, bearers & Joists‐ roof framing and roofing iron. 3.00 $150,000.00 Council restore to fit for purpose

Torres Strait Island Regional Iama Guest House‐ Plumbing & roof/ guttering repairs. 2.00 $60,000.00 Council Kodakal Lodge

Poruma Guest House‐ Sawagee Lodge Torres Strait Island Regional Upgrade to existing Connecting Walkways/ Verandas to new dongas. 3.00 $350,000.00 Council facility,improving connectivity

Hammond: Install turbidity monitoring & control which is linked to SCADA, and upgrade Hammond, Saibai & filtration at the WTP to accommodate the well and WTP Torres Strait Island Regional Masig Water Saibai: Upgrade Saibai media filtration to match the incoming flow rate to improve water 4.00 $242,000.00 Council Improvements quality. Masig: Lift the raw water bore pipe which is drawing mud/silt.

Chlorine Dosing & At Erub, Saibai and Dauan, install new duty/standby chlorine dosing system, complete with Monitoring Torres Strait Island Regional live chlorine monitoring, remote control via SCADA and pumping redundancy. At Erub, also Technology, & 4.00 $365,000.00 Council install soda ash and flocculant dosing system, with turbidity monitoring to control flocculant Automated dosing. These works are essential for improving water quality. Flocculation Dosing

Badu Well 2 & 3 Pump Replace existing submersible well pumps with duty/standby mono pumps, pipework, valves, Torres Strait Island Regional Station Asset Renewal flow meter, a new switchboard and a lockable shed at both Well 2 and Well 3 at Badu. 4.00 $440,000.00 Council & Improvements Assets are overdue for renewal.

Complete CBD Street Tree project halted due to Level 3 water restrictions. Project will vastly improve street appeal and useability of the city footpath / pedestrian network. Encouraging Townsville City Council Street Trees Projects 25.00 $1,615,000.00 pedestrian movement in a cooler shaded CBD will lead to creation of economic opportunities.

Complete Complete Nathan Streetscape Project halted due to Level 3 water restrictions. Project will Townsville City Council Enhancement of improve the scenic vista along Nathan Street with the completion of landscape works greatly 20.00 $1,750,000.00 Nathan Street improving amenity and community values in the area.

Undertake 1.5km roadworks including resealing to improve safety and reduce ongoing Townsville City Council Rural Roads Sealing 11.00 $2,000,000.00 maintenance to various rural roads. Comprehensive upgrade of Charles Moroney Parks to a District Recreational and District Charles Maroney Park Townsville City Council Sports Standard including the establishment of new pathways, shelters, playgrounds and 40.00 $6,000,000.00 Upgrade fitness, footbridges, irrigation and softscape. Comprehensive upgrade of Heatley Park to a District Park Standard including the Townsville City Council Heatley Park Upgrade establishment of new pathways, shelters, dog off‐leash areas, footbridges, irrigation and 33.00 $4,250,000.00 softscape.

Park Shade Structures Provision of shade structures over various Townsville Park playground areas to increase the Townsville City Council & Signage 6.00 $750,000.00 recreational appeal and enhance the outdoor lifestyle of the city Replacement

Provide infrastructure to support cycling activities and associated recreational activities at Townsville City Council Reid Park Cycle track 2.00 $200,000.00 Reid Park Provision of beach equipment to enhance community use and events along the strand Townsville City Council Strand Beach Mats 1.00 $20,000.00 foreshore area Suburbs Entry Signage Install 8 suburb threshold signs across Townsville (including landscaping). The signage will Townsville City Council & Signage 8.00 $500,000.00 highlight the relevant suburbs and be consistent with current design standards Replacement Improve connectivity and passive surveillance along pedestrian network by provision of Townsville City Council Footpath Upgrades 850m safe concrete pathway infrastructure (paths, kerb ramps, barriers, landscape, signage 20.00 $830,000.00 etc)

Parks Exercise Townsville City Council Equipment & Signage Procurement of exercise equipment across various parks 2.00 $150,000.00 Replacement

Procurement of playground equipment across 7 Townsville Parks to upgrade open space Townsville City Council Playground Upgrades 10.00 $730,000.00 entertainment options for local families Bore Installation to Townsville City Council Installation of water infrastructure to limit impact of water restrictions on open space areas 7.00 $150,000.00 Relevant Parks

Townsville City Council SES Building Upgrades Undertake improvements to facility to ensure maintenance of services to the community 10.00 $250,000.00

Lighting & Security Improvements to outdoor parks lighting and deliver agreed scope of works to improve Townsville City Council 16.00 $782,000.00 Upgrades public security, lighting and electrical safety Various Dog Park Undertake 3 landscape improvement in open space areas to improve amenity and Townsville City Council 5.00 $120,000.00 Projects entertainment options to the community Drainage Implement drainage works improvements to reduce impacts of flooding in councils drainage Townsville City Council Improvements / Flood 10.00 $400,000.00 and road network Issues Replace 2 bridge superstructure and decking of an essential bridge installation with council's Townsville City Council Bridge Replacement 12.00 $1,750,000.00 road network Stage 2, Palmer Street upgrade‐ Asphalt, footpath replacements , disability access Townsville City Council Palmer Street Stage 2 10.00 $1,000,000.00 improvements etc Western Downs Regional Tara Lions Park Replacement of park shade protections and minor improvements to enhance visual amenity 6.00 $75,000.00 Council Western Downs Regional Chinchilla Skate Park Upgrade of current skate park to return it to a safe and user friendly standard 10.00 $200,000.00 Council

With the increasing popularity of the park as a family recreational area and rest point for Western Downs Regional Thomas Jack Park tourists and visitors to Dalby. The existing toilet block requires removal and replacing with a 12.00 $300,000.00 Council Toilet Block larger, durable, fresh and inviting facility with the modern market firmly in mind

Dalby Swimming Pool Western Downs Regional Grandstand Renew the 50 metre pool grandstand 14.00 $500,000.00 Council Replacement Wandoan Water Treatment Plant Western Downs Regional Solar Projects Jandowae Water Treatment Plant 6.00 $150,000.00 Council Chinchilla Works Depot Western Downs Regional Bunya Mountains Bunya Mountains Mount Mowbullan scenic lookout ‐ Upgrade the Fishers Lookout and 14.00 $600,000.00 Council Outlook walking track entrance with the construction of a viewing platform

Implementation of the high priority maintenance recommendations for WDRC's 6 aquatic facilities to ensure the ongoing functionality of these centres. Implementation of the expert Western Downs Regional Regional Aquatic review recommendations is anticipated to include: Dalby Indoor pool structure leakage, 19.00 $500,000.00 Council Centre Project resealing of indoor pool, freshwater holding tank and balancing tank at Dalby, separate toddlers pool plant at Chinchilla, Resealing the Miles Pool

Western Downs Regional EV Charging Station Supply and Installation of an electric vehicle charging station in Dalby 6.00 $15,000.00 Council

Enhancement of the appearance to the four main entry points into Miles with the inclusion Western Downs Regional Miles Town Entry on landscaping elements, solar lighting, reticulation and streetscaping. Placing a particular 6.00 $250,000.00 Council Statements Upgrade focus on the Eastern entrance in support of the proposed Historical Museum project and RV Parking landscaping and boundary fence improvements

Improving Rural 1 ‐ Projects missed due to Proserpine Pool Grandstand Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ Division 2 ‐ RV Park ‐ Proserpine 9.00 $608,335.00 Council 3 ‐ Proserpine & 3 ‐ Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stage 1 Conway 4 ‐ Solar Assets for Proserpine

1. Sonama Street footpath completion Improving Rural 2.Collinsville Lookout to include disabled access Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ Division 3. Mount Coolon water 9.00 $568,333.00 Council 4 ‐ Collinsville & 4. Collinsville Showgrounds Masterplan Projects Hydeaway 5. Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stages 6. Solar Assets for Collinsville 1. Skate Park for Wildlife Park Improving Beach Whitsunday Regional 2. Airlie Beach Main Street Garden Refurb Communities ‐ 9.00 $558,333.00 Council 3. Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stages Division1 ‐ Airlie Beach 4. Solar Assets for Airlie Beach

Improving Beach 1. Cannonvale Foreshore Stage 2 Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ 2. Parker Road Park Stage 2 9.00 $608,333.00 Council Division2 ‐ Cannonvale 3. Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stages

Improving Beach Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ Division 1. Hydeaway Bay Disable Ramp Access 9.00 $40,000.00 Council 4 ‐ Collinsville & Hydeaway

1. Tract Parks Development Improving Beach 2. Bowen Sound Shell Shade Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ Division 3. Walkway Cycleway from Hay Street to Kings Beach 12.00 $608,333.00 Council 5 ‐ Bowen Town 4. Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stages 5. Solar Assets for Bowen 1. Tract Parks Development Improving Beach 2. Sound System for Hansen Park Markets Whitsunday Regional Communities ‐ Division 3. Walkway Cycleway from Hay Street to Kings Beach 3.00 $608,333.00 Council 6 ‐ Queens Beach & 4. Joint Cycle and Walking path Network Initial Stages Merinda 5. Solar Assets for Bowen

Disaster Management & Community Safety 1. HF Radio Network Whitsunday Regional for the Whitsundays ‐ 2. PCYC upgrade for place of refuge 6.00 $120,000.00 Council Division 1 ‐ Airlie 3. CCTV Network Beach

Disaster Management Whitsunday Regional & Community Safety 1. HF Radio Network 3.00 $70,000.00 Council for the Whitsundays ‐ 2. CCTV Network Division2 ‐ Cannonvale

Disaster Management & Community Safety Whitsunday Regional 1. HF Radio Network for the Whitsundays ‐ 3.00 $70,000.00 Council 2. CCTV Network Division 3 ‐ Proserpine & Conway

Disaster Management & Community Safety Whitsunday Regional 1. HF Radio Network for the Whitsundays ‐ 3.00 $70,000.00 Council 2. CCTV Network Division 4 ‐ Collinsville & Hydeaway

Disaster Management & Community Safety Whitsunday Regional 1. HF Radio Network for the Whitsundays ‐ 3.00 $70,000.00 Council 2. CCTV Network Division 5 ‐ Bowen Town

Disaster Management & Community Safety Whitsunday Regional 1. HF Radio Network for the Whitsundays ‐ 3.00 $70,000.00 Council 2. CCTV Network Division 6 ‐ Queens Beach & Merinda

Aquatic centre development ‐ design, construct & implementation of water park and Winton Shire Council Winton Water Park 15.00 $800,000.00 associated infrastructure. Recreational Grounds Develop and construct new children playground equipment at the Winton recreational Winton Shire Council 8.00 $200,000.00 Playground Equipment Grounds.

Winton Shire Council Optic Fibre Optic Fibre installation to Film Facility via WMC and Library 6.00 $80,000.00 Woorabinda Aboriginal Animal Proof Air‐Strip Install a suitable animal proof fence around the airstrip for safety purposes. 7.00 $260,000.00 Shire Council Council workshop and Woorabinda Aboriginal Upgrade structure of workshop to make safe premises and ability to operate as an wash down bay 2.00 $140,000.00 Shire Council enterprise. Upgrade of wash down to make complaint with EPA upgrade Woorabinda Aboriginal Upgrade council Install new vinyl/carpet, hand rails/steps/fencing, etc to council housing 4.00 $130,000.00 Shire Council houses

Woorabinda Aboriginal Council building and Undertake painting and minor repairs to council buildings within the community 4.00 $70,000.00 Shire Council infrastructure upgrade

Safety signage to all Woorabinda Aboriginal Install safety signs throughout Woorabinda (corner marking, speed sign) number of sign roads and entry roads 4.00 $50,000.00 Shire Council upgrades will be dependent on costings received) to Woorabinda

New council staff Woorabinda Aboriginal Provide 2 x 2 Room or 4 Single Room Dongas to be installed and make permanent structures housing in Carbine 5.00 $250,000.00 Shire Council at Carbine Street to become staff housing (council currently employing 3 staff) Street

Continuation of Football complex upgrade and Blackboy project from the W4Q 2016‐17 Woorabinda Aboriginal projects not completed due to extra funding requirements (football complex upgrade will Upgrade of facilities 3.00 $110,000.00 Shire Council include upgrades to the canteen and installation of pathways) (upgrade of Black boy camp infrastructure including buildings, internal fittings)

Woorabinda Aboriginal Water and Sewerage maintenance works to pumps, pipes, painting of infrastructure to ensure compliance and 2.00 $80,000.00 Shire Council Upgrade extend the life of the council asset

Upgrade Engineering Facility [Works and Services Depot] ‐ To support diversification of work. Refurbishment of Works and Services Deport will ensure that all Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Council Depot engineering/mechanical, civil/construction and environmental health related services can be 10.00 $500,000.00 Shire Council Upgrade housed all under the one area. Current facility is antiquated in the current layout. The proposed refurbishment will provide redesign think and space to have the diversification of works to be done out of the one area for all technical and Building Services related programs

Development of Contractor Quarters for multifunctional accommodation purpose. Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Contractor Quarters Refurbishment of current Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Shire Council contractor accommodation. 10.00 $300,000.00 Shire Council Maintenance The refurbishment will ensure that the accommodation will be able to house additional contractors and that facilities are to a standard

Development of Council Housing Stock for diversification of purpose. Refurbishment of Wujal Wujal Aboriginal Staffing current housing stock will ensure that the accommodation is to a standard and thereby 8.00 $300,000.00 Shire Council Accommodation supports council in attraction of professional and or technical related staff to the area

Two teams of 4 workers will form, steel up, prepare and pour concrete at 40 driveways and Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire 70 carports on Council owned social housing. The teams will be overseen by a Project Carports & Driveways 8.00 $979,896.00 Council Manager. The project will improve accessibility and safety for house residents especially during the wet season. The project creates jobs and improves assets.

Five workers will install Solar Street Lighting in Djenghi, along Backbeach road and other crime hot spots in Yarrabah. Installation will be overseen by Council's electrician. The Solar lights are sensor‐operated and remain dim until approached by people. They have a battery Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire storage backup and last for 3 days if it is cloudy. The Streetlights will improve community Solar Street Lighting 5.00 $310,738.00 Council safety as residents will feel confident to leave their homes at night to attend community event, visit family and have a social life without fear of being the victims of crime in unlit and poorly lit areas. This new work using innovative products creates new jobs, develops new skills and improves community assets.

Upgrade Shopping Centre, Regional Five workers will undertake work at the shopping centre, Rural Transaction Centre and the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Training C & Yarrabah Yarrabah Knowledge Centre. Workers will lay walkways and verandas with antislip tiles. The 5.00 $259,275.00 Council Knowledge Centre work will create jobs and improve community assets. It will improve the safety and Verandas and accessibility of these high‐traffic areas. Walkways

A team of 4 workers will undertake work to upgrade the toilet amenities at the Community Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Community Hall Toilet Hall. The Hall is used by a range of community interest groups, for social events, meetings, 4.00 $194,674.00 Council Amenities upgrade festivals and as a gathering place. The work will create new jobs as well as improving the asset.

A team of 4 workers will undertake work to upgrade the sport and cultural precincts in Jilara Oval Club House Yarrabah. The work includes upgrading the Jilara Oval Club House including extension to 1st Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Upgrade & New floor area and installing a new roof at the Menmeny Museum. The work creates new jobs, 4.00 $287,000.00 Council Museum Roofing will enable Jilara Oval to meet QRL standards for rugby league and will increase the lifespan of the Museum.

A team of 4 workers will install 2 new netball Courts, 4 grandstands and fencing at Swamp Recreational Park. The work will create new jobs and will provide facilities for women and Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire New Netball Facilities girls to play netball in the Community. The grandstands will provide a place for spectators to 4.00 $297,788.00 Council enjoy sporting fixtures and fencing is required to keep feral animals (dogs and horses) away from fields and courts.

A team of 4 workers will building 3 new Public Toilet Blocks ‐ at Balamba Horse Park, Swap Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Recreational Park and Menmemy Museum. Toilet blocks will help increase the usage of Public Toilet Blocks 4.00 $420,629.00 Council these areas and allow them to attract more visitors and activities. The work creates new jobs and assets for the Community. Question on Notice

No. 7

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 71 of Budget Paper 4, and the line item referring to Building Integrity and Sustainability in Local Government, will the Minister provide advice on the numbers of letters and complaints received by his Department and office in relation to the Ipswich City Council?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

From 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018, approximately 291 pieces of correspondence have been received in relation to the Ipswich City Council.

Nine Councillor conduct complaints (comprising 16 allegations) about Ipswich City Council have been received in the same period.

Question on Notice

No. 8

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 74 of Budget Paper 4, and the line item Torres Strait Islands Seawalls and Coastal Inundation Mitigation Upgrades, will the Minister provide a list of projects that could be undertaken as part of this budget measure?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question. The Palaszczuk Government is continuing to support the Torres Strait Island Regional Council in managing the impacts of climate change and rising sea levels. As part of the 2018-19 State Budget, $20 million has been allocated over the next three financial years, subject to matched funding from the Federal Government, to continue flood mitigation works on five islands vulnerable to storm tides and rising sea levels. Such flood mitigation works may include construction of seawalls and other coastal management mitigation works on five outer Torres Strait Islands (comprising Boigu, Poruma, Warraber, Iama and Masig). The finalised projects and priorities will be determined after detailed design and scoping works are completed including geotechnical investigations where required. The finalised projects, which must be fit for place and fit for purpose, may include but not be limited to seawalls, groynes and sand bypassing.

Question on Notice

No. 9

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to SDS page 10 and each grant and subsidy program administered by the Department of Local Government, reported separately by program, can the Minister outline the reporting requirements and intervals of reporting required from Local Governments under each program?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Works for Queensland program is now a $600 million Queensland Government allocation-based funding program to support Local Governments outside South-East Queensland to undertake job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects.

In 2016-17, more than 700 projects, and for 2017-19, more than 600 projects were approved for 65 Local Governments under the Works for Queensland program. Local Governments are required to report, via a portal, to the Department by the 8th of each month the projects’ status, expenditure incurred and number of jobs which have been supported, sustained or created.

At the completion of the program, Local Governments are required to provide acquittal documentation within one month of the program’s completion. The acquittal documentation includes a certificate of expenditure to verify the expenditure, and a final report.

The Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program is an application-based funding program which provides funding to deliver key community priority capital infrastructure projects and requires Local Governments to report to the Department’s Regional Advisor every month in the approved format.

The monthly report includes the project status, including works to be undertaken in the future, as well as expenditure to date. The Department’s Regional Advisors monitor the progress of funded projects, and any delay in project delivery or deviation from the purpose for which funding was approved is acted on in accordance with the Department’s policies.

At the completion of the project or by 30 June 2019, Local Governments are required to provide acquittal documentation. The acquittal documentation includes a subsidy claim form to verify the expenditure, a final report and evidence of the completed project.

The Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program is a $120 million program aimed at the 16 Indigenous Councils in Queensland to undertake works across three asset classes: water; wastewater; and solid waste. Indigenous Local Governments with funded projects are required to report monthly in a format approved by the Department. These reports provide information to the Department about the project status, expenditure to date, as well as upcoming works to be undertaken.

At the completion of the project, Indigenous Local Governments are required to complete a certificate of expenditure verifying allocated funds have been expended in accordance with all relevant legislation affecting the purpose, use and benefit to the community.

The Department administers three recurrent allocation-based funding programs which provide funding assistance to Indigenous Local Governments. These three programs are State Government Financial Assistance Grant, the Revenue Replacement Program and the Indigenous Economic Development Grant.

The reporting requirement for these recurrent funding programs requires the Local Governments provide a certificate of expenditure at the completion of the grant which is normally in July every year.

Question on Notice

No. 10

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 3 of the SDS, under the service area description, will the Minister clarify what initiatives are undertaken to develop and deliver targeted and high-quality capacity building?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

One of the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs’ key strategic objectives is to design and deliver capacity building programs and resources that build and support the integrity and sustainability of Local Governments. In particular, the Department supports Local Governments to operate within the principles of the Local Government Act 2009, to meet their statutory requirements, demonstrate good governance and operate ethically, transparently, accountably and sustainably.

In 2017-18, more than 600 Councillors and Local Government officers participated in Departmental workshops on topics including Councillor induction, roles and responsibilities, procurement and contract management, good governance and effective meeting procedures.

Workshops were delivered across Queensland on Councils’ annual financial reporting to help Local Governments meet their statutory obligations.

The Department also delivered ‘So you want to be a Councillor?’ workshops for intending candidates in the lead up to the by-elections held at Livingstone Shire Council, Fraser Coast Regional Council, Central Highlands Regional Council, Charters Towers Regional Council and Gympie Regional Council.

The Department also mentors Mayors and Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in different regions to help them support each other in sometimes isolating and challenging roles.

Following Assent to major legislative amendments on 21 May 2018, the Department undertook a major revision of its suite of online publications and webpages to reflect the new requirements relating to Councillors’ conflicts and material personal interests and prohibited donations.

As part of a comprehensive implementation support program, the Department is developing a suite of online information and face-to-face training programs to ensure all Councillors and CEOs thoroughly understand these new statutory requirements, in particular the new Councillor Complaints regime and system ahead of its anticipated commencement in December 2018.

The Department will also publish Model Meeting Procedures to ensure that the standards of behaviour in the proposed Code of Conduct are reflected in Local Government meetings, including a sample Local Government Investigation Policy for dealing with complaints about the alleged inappropriate conduct of Councillors.

The first major component of this implementation support program is the development of an interactive, online training program for Councillors on their responsibilities and obligations under the mandatory Code of Conduct. The centrepiece of this program will be 12 animations which cover the 12 behavioural standards reflected under the three pillars of ‘Responsibilities’, ‘Respect’ and ‘Reputation’ in the Code.

The second major component of the program is the development and delivery of a one-day, face-to-face training program to be offered to each of the 76 Local Governments to which the legislation applies or will apply from December 2018. The program, which will cover Belcarra Stage 1 and Councillor Complaints legislative amendments which received Assent on 21 May 2018, will be delivered from late August/early September this year.

These are important elements of the Department’s capacity building program for 2018-19, which also contains expanded measures to support financial sustainability. The program includes sector wide initiatives as well as responses tailored to individual councils.

The support for financial sustainability will target financial and asset management, and addresses recommendations made in relevant Auditor-General’s Reports. Examples include: • developing tools, templates and education programs to support financially sustainable decision-making by Councillors and staff • training in asset and financial management, governance and community engagement • assistance to identified councils to improve data collection and quality.

In addition, the Director-General may appoint advisors and financial controllers under the Local Government Act 2009 to support Councils experiencing operational and financial difficulties. The most recent appointment of an advisor was to the Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council for a period of three months during 2016-17 and appointment of a financial controller was to the Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council in 2015-16. Question on Notice

No. 11

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 23 of the SDS and specifically Note 1, can the Minister list the project name, funding amount and parliamentary seat of every project and report separately by either Election commitment or re profiled project?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The 2017–18 Adjusted Budget for appropriation revenue is $455.49 million with a 2017–18 Estimated Actual Budget of $468.519 million. This is an appropriation revenue increase of $13.029 million in 2017–18. This resulted from election commitment funding of $6.7 million, $4.5 million for the Whitsunday Coast Airport Terminal Expansion project and $1.829 million net for re-profiled funding.

The following table provides a breakdown by program/project:

Program/ Election State New Re-Profiled Notes Project Commit. Electorate Funding Amount Name 2017–18 2017–18 Beautiful Yes Burdekin 5,000,000 Provide $5 Bowen Town million for the Project Whitsunday Regional Council’s Beautiful Bowen Project. Ayr nature- Yes Burdekin 1,500,000 Contribute based $1.5 million playground for stages 2, 3 and 4 of a nature-based playground at Ayr. Mount Yes Keppel 200,000 Provide Archer $400,000 to Master Plan build a new open-air amphitheatre at Mount Archer. Program/ Election State New Re-Profiled Notes Project Commit. Electorate Funding Amount Name 2017–18 2017–18 Whitsunday No Whitsunday 4,500,000 Provide $15 Coast million to Airport remediate the Terminal existing Expansion runway surface project and to upgrade the terminal to meet domestic demand. Water No Various (2,500,000) Program Fluoridation cancelled and Infrastructure funding Grants returned to Program Queensland Treasury. Community No Various 6,408,000 2017-18 Resilience expenditure Fund higher than expected due to 2016-17 underspend and subsequent deferral. Natural No Various (2,053,000) Program Disaster administration Resilience transferred to Program Qld Reconstruction Authority. Local No Various 9,561,000 2017-18 Government expenditure Grants and higher than Subsidies expected due Program to 2016-17 underspend and funds brought forward from 2018-19 to meet higher expenditure under LGGSP 2017-2019. Racing No Various (7,752,000) Applications Infrastructure and claims by Fund Racing Queensland in 2017-18 were lower than anticipated. Program/ Election State New Re-Profiled Notes Project Commit. Electorate Funding Amount Name 2017–18 2017–18 Indigenous No Various 10,000,000 Approvals for Councils projects under Critical this program Infrastructure were higher Program than originally anticipated. Townsville No Townsville (10,000,000) Program Water transferred to Security Department of Measures Natural Resources, Mines and Energy. Other No Various (1,835,000) TOTAL 11,200,000 1,829,000

Question on Notice

No. 12

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 72 of Budget Paper 4, will the Minister outline the benefits of indexing the State Government Financial Aid program?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government is committed to supporting Queensland’s Indigenous Local Governments to deliver essential Local Government services, and support job growth in their communities.

In 2017-18, the Government increased the SGFA by $3.37 million, bringing the program back in line with budget figures that were in place prior to the previous Government’s cuts, which commenced in 2012.

The Government also approved future indexation of the program at an ongoing increase of 2.5 per cent, as per the Government Indexation Policy.

Each year, Indigenous Local Governments are faced with increasing costs associated with the delivery of essential Local Government services. Indigenous Councils do not raise rates.

The ongoing indexation of the SGFA will support Indigenous Local Governments to meet these costs, and continue delivering these services to their communities. Some of these services include, public order and safety, health recreation and culture, transport and communication, education and public amenities.

In 2018-19, 16 Indigenous Local Governments will receive funding under the SGFA, totalling $34.547 million.

Question on Notice

No. 13

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 13 of Budget Paper 4, will the Minister illustrate ways in which the Works for Queensland program is aiding innovation in Queensland’s regions?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government’s Works for Queensland program was established during 2016-17 with an initial budget of $200 million. In the 2017-18 State budget, an additional $200 million was approved for Works for Queensland for expenditure in 2017-19. The program’s objective is to fund job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure projects in 65 Local Governments outside of South East Queensland.

The 2016-17 round of Works for Queensland saw more than 700 Council projects approved, which Councils advise will support almost 6,000 jobs across rural and regional Queensland. For 2017-19, eligible Councils estimate more than 5,500 jobs will be created across more than 600 projects.

Local Governments receiving Works for Queensland funding have enthusiastically embraced the program over both rounds of funding. Some examples of how the Works for Queensland funding has supported innovation by Councils include:

• Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council’s project to install solar street lighting in Djenghi, along Backbeach Road in Yarrabah. The solar lights are sensor-operated and remain dim until approached. The lights have a battery storage backup which last for three days. The solar powered streetlights will aim to improve community safety and confidence.

• Gympie Regional Council’s project to update the Goomeri library building façade to improve access, utilisation and visibility of the building. Internal and external improvements are aimed at transforming the library into a flexible, multi-use space for the enjoyment of residents and visitors creating a vibrant community hub that will facilitate innovation, artistic endeavours and community well-being.

• Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council’s project to develop three themed community garden project sites in Mapoon. The projects will promote native plant species and innovative use of local material.

The Works for Queensland program demonstrates the Palaszczuk Government’s continued commitment to fund critical maintenance and minor infrastructure works for job creation throughout regional Queensland. Question on Notice

No. 14

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to SDS Page 3 Service Area description in terms of financial sustainability, can the Minister report separately by Local Government – a) Those facing sustainability issues and the nature of the sustainability issues b) How the department has assessed these sustainability issues and c) How the Government intends to support each Local Government experiencing financial sustainability issues?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question. a) In his Report to Parliament No. 13 for 2017-18 Local Government Entities: 2016-17 results of financial audit, the Auditor-General assessed nine Indigenous Councils and four non-Indigenous rural or regional Councils as having a higher risk of becoming financially unsustainable (refer to list at Attachment 1). This is a Queensland Audit Office categorisation which means there is a higher risk of sustainability issues arising in the short to medium-term if current operating income and expenditure policies continue. It is based on the measures of financial sustainability described in the Local Government Regulation 2012 and relates to a Local Government’s financial and asset management.

b) Local Governments must operate within the parameters set out by Queensland’s legislative framework.

The Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs has no direct ability to control the sustainability of Local Government. Rather, it supports and monitors the sector by maintaining a sound legislative and regulatory framework, providing funding, building capability and capacity, monitoring performance, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver desired outcomes, and triggering intervention when necessary.

The Department has always maintained a strong governance role and monitors Councils through a variety of methods. Since the Auditor-General’s Report on forecasting long-term sustainability of Local Government was issued, the Department has further strengthened this role through the implementation of a new Council performance monitoring program and further analysis of Councils’ long-term financial forecasts. c) The Palaszczuk Government is proactively helping Councils improve financial and asset management, and is changing Local Government funding to further support financially sustainable outcomes. The Works for Queensland program supports job-creating maintenance and minor infrastructure outside of South-East Queensland, and there are a range of regional infrastructure initiatives, including the Local Government Grants and Subsidies Program and the Indigenous Councils Critical Infrastructure Program, to assist with new infrastructure and capacity building. This year, the Government has also provided funding to implement more effective funding grants to Local Government.

The Department’s capacity building program for 2018-19, will include expanded measures to support financial sustainability. This program will contain sector wide initiatives, as well as responses tailored to individual Councils. It will target financial and asset management, and address recommendations made in relevant Auditor-General’s Reports. Examples include: • developing tools, templates and education programs to support financially sustainable decision-making by Councillors and staff • training in asset and financial management, governance and community engagement • assistance to identified Councils to improve data collection and quality.

In addition, the Director-General may appoint advisors and financial controllers under the Local Government Act 2009 to support Councils experiencing operational and financial difficulties. The most recent appointment of an advisor was to the Doomadgee Aboriginal Shire Council for a period of three months during 2016-17 and appointment of a financial controller was to the Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council in 2015-16. Attachment 1: Local Governments assessed as having a “higher” financial sustainability relative risk assessment, in the Auditor-General’s Report No. 13 for 2017-18 Local Government Entities: 2016-17 results of financial audit

Indigenous Councils

Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council Kowanyama Aboriginal Shire Council Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council Mornington shire Council Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council Torres Shire Council Torres Strait Island Regional Council Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council

Rural/Remote Councils

Paroo Shire Council Richmond Shire Council

Resources Councils

Burke Shire Council Cook Shire Council

Question on Notice

No. 15

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 74 of the Capital Statement regarding the Racing Infrastructure Fund – Can the Minister outline the specific projects that were funded from the $18.744 million expenditure in 2017/18 and what is allocated for the $51.431 expenditure in 2018/19 (reported separately by project)?

ANSWER:

I thank the committee for the question.

Projects funded from the Racing Infrastructure Fund (RIF) in 2017/18:

Project Allocated Ipswich Turf Club (Bundamba Racecourse) $1,916,593 Country and Regional Capital Works $699,407 Brisbane Racing Club (BRC) Eagle Farm Track Project $205,928 BRC Eagle Farm Loan (Prior year expenditure) $12,000,000 Estimated expenditure by the previous Department of National Parks, $222,072 Sport and Racing (Prior year expenditure)

Expenditure of the $3.7 million BRC Eagle Farm Track Remediation Project estimated to be expended in 2017/18 was deferred to 2018/19 (refer below).

Projects approved to be funded from the RIF in 2018/19:

Project Allocated Ipswich Turf Club (Bundamba Racecourse) $8,000,000 Country and Regional Capital Works $5,906,000 BRC Critical Capital Works $2,800,000 BRC Eagle Farm Track Remediation Project $3,700,000 BRC Eagle Farm Track Project $54,000

The remaining estimated expenditure for 2018/19 is dependent on the approval of Racing Queensland RIF applications.

It is noted that payments from the RIF are only made upon receipt of invoices for works already undertaken.

Question on Notice

No. 16

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 7 of the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs SDS, will the Minister advise how the Palaszczuk Government is supporting and promoting events and activities that celebrate multiculturalism and diversity in Queensland?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government is strongly committed to building an inclusive, harmonious and united Queensland, and to celebrating our State’s great cultural diversity.

We committed funding of $1 million in 2017–18 to the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland Grants Program for multicultural events and projects that provide economic opportunities, and social and cultural participation for everyone, including people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.

Through this grants program we are funding events, such as community fairs, multicultural festivals, women’s day celebrations and youth carnivals, and projects focusing on intercultural connections and linking community groups with programs for migrants and refugees.

The Palaszczuk Government is delivering on its 2017 election commitment to promote Queensland as a multicultural success story, with a further investment from 2018-19 of an additional $3 million over three years for the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program.

This will double the annual budget for multicultural events and projects through this highly-popular grant program to $2 million from 2018-19 to 2020–21, bringing our total investment to $6 million over three years.

In August 2018 we will celebrate the third annual Queensland Multicultural Month, the State’s largest annual celebration of multiculturalism, with $200,000 committed to support activities across Queensland.

Queensland Multicultural Month showcases the many benefits of multiculturalism in Queensland. Separate major events during the month highlight specific benefits of multiculturalism.

There is a theme for each week: − Week 1: Move – highlighting the eclectic mix of sporting, recreational and arts activities that showcase our unique multicultural diversity in fun and inclusive ways − Week 2: Connect – bringing people from all walks of life together through a range of activities to relax, socialise and reflect on our unique heritage and history − Week 3: Speak – providing opportunities for people to speak up and share their different languages, cultures and journeys − Week 4: Grow – focussing on how the business sector can grow a more diverse workforce, nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs, and create economic and social opportunities across Queensland.

Key activities during the month include: − Queensland Multicultural Awards which recognise and celebrate the valuable contributions of individuals and organisations who support and promote an inclusive, harmonious and united Queensland − Culture Train regional music tour featuring a group of Queensland multicultural performers travelling to regional communities to host workshops and performances − The Multicultural Plaza at the Ekka which will showcase flavours and cultural performances from around the globe − Multicultural Race Day, hosted by the Brisbane Racing Club, celebrating cultural diversity through food, music and photo opportunities.

And many other events, small and large held throughout the State.

Question on Notice

No. 17

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 7 of the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs SDS, will the Minister advise how the Palaszczuk Government is supporting refugees and asylum seekers residing in Queensland through community coordination of financial and material assistance?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government is committed to its vision of a united, harmonious and inclusive Queensland, where everyone has a sense of belonging and can access services and opportunities on an equal basis, including vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers.

The Multicultural Recognition Act 2016, including the Multicultural Queensland Charter, the Queensland Multicultural Policy – Our Story, our future – and the Queensland Multicultural Action Plan provide a strong policy platform to achieve the Government’s vision. They set out strong principles and actions that speak of equal rights and responsibilities, equitable access to services, fair treatment and valuing diversity.

Policy changes by the Federal Government that recently came into effect will impact on vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers in Queensland who are now more likely to face significant gaps in services, with associated risks to social cohesion.

The Palaszczuk Government recognises the vulnerability of this group and the significant life challenges that they experience. The recent funding allocation of approximately $4.3 million over three years will offer support to alleviate financial hardship and mental distress. This is one way that Queensland is delivering on its commitments.

The initial allocation of $700,000 in 2017-18 will provide financial and material aid, as well as case management and coordination support for vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers.

Depending on the status of individual clients, this aid might include rent assistance, food supplies and vouchers, clothing, medication, or health products. Communify Queensland has been engaged to provide this important support across Queensland, leading a consortium of organisations including Australian Red Cross, St Vincent de Paul Society and Mercy Community Services, as well as partnering with Access Community Services, MDA Ltd, and the Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma.

A further $3.57 million has been allocated in 2018–19 and 2019–20 to extend the scope and duration of support for vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers residing in Queensland.

Given the dynamic Federal Government policy environment as it relates to asylum seekers, the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs will be considering the best larger scale response that can be made available in Queensland and would look to any early learnings that will be coming from the initial contracted consortium initiative.

Other examples of the Palaszczuk Government’s commitment to supporting refugees and asylum seekers in Queensland include: - delivering 50 per cent transport concession fares for asylum seekers and jobseekers through the Fairer Fares package - improving access to play groups and kindergarten programs for children and families from asylum seeker and refugee backgrounds and - providing asylum seekers with access to the electricity rebate.

Question on Notice

No. 18

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 10 of the SDS in relation to the Racing allocation for 2017/18 and ask – Can the Minister outline the reasons for the $7.825 million underspend in the estimated actual expenditure compared with the adjusted budget, including a detailed breakdown of programs or initiatives that did not utilise their full funding allocation?

ANSWER:

I thank the committee for the question.

The below figures represent underspent funds based on an estimated budgeted allocation for 2017/18, with actual allocation dependent upon invoices from Racing Queensland being provided to the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs.

The deferred estimated budget amounts for the Racing Infrastructure Fund projects were:

Project Underspend Ipswich Turf Club (Bundamba Racecourse) $6,470,000 Country and Regional Capital Works $800,000 Brisbane Racing Club (BRC) Critical Capital $1,500,000 Works Sub-total $8,770,000 Loan repayment received from BRC ($1,018,000) Total carryover to 2018/19 RIF $7,752,000

The remaining amount of $73,000 relates to an underspend in the operations and staffing of the Racing Industry Governance Unit within the Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs.

Question on Notice

No. 19

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

I refer to page 72 of Budget Measures relating to the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland Grants Program and ask – Can the Minister outline a) the number of unsuccessful applications to the multicultural projects fund for 2017/18 b) the number of unsuccessful applications to the multicultural events fund for 2017/18 c) the number of outstanding acquittal reports for 2017/18 as at 1 July 2018 d) the number of outstanding acquittal reports for 2016/17 and e) the total amount of funding not acquitted for 2016/17?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government recognises the importance of the delivery of multicultural events and projects in promoting the benefits of cultural diversity, and has committed recurrent annual funding of $1 million to the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program since 2015–16.

Under the 2017–18 Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program:

a) 126 applications were received under the multicultural projects funding round. Of these, 106 applications were unsuccessful. b) 123 applications were received for the multicultural events funding round. Of these, 62 applications were unsuccessful.

In addition, 53 long-standing and well-established events were approved for multi- year funding from 2015–16. Following funding approval, two organisations advised that they are no longer able to host the funded events in 2018, which reduced the total number of events to be delivered to 112.

All applications are assessed under an open and transparent merit-based process by a grants assessment panel. Assessments are based on merit and how strongly an application aligns with the funding objectives and criteria to determine application rankings.

It is not possible to fund all applications due to the high demand for funding. To keep pace with strong and growing community demand, the Palaszczuk Government committed at the 2017 election to invest a further $3 million over the next three years in the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland grants program. The Government is delivering on this commitment and will double the annual funding for this program from $1 million to $2 million from 2018-19 to 2020-2021, bringing our total investment to $6 million over three years.

Feedback is provided to unsuccessful applicants upon request, and organisations are referred to the Departmental-funded Grants Access Worker at MDA Ltd (Multicultural Development Australia), who can assist in identifying possible funding options. c) As at 1 July 2018, there were seven outstanding acquittal reports totalling $51,000 for events funded under the 2017-18 funding round. No projects have outstanding acquittal reports. d) One community organisation has an outstanding acquittal report for a funded- event under the 2016-17 round. e) The total amount of funding not acquitted under the 2016-17 round is $8,000.

Question on Notice

No. 20

Asked on 2 July 2018

The Committee asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) –

QUESTION:

With reference to page 10 of the SDS regarding departmental expenditure, can the Minister outline the finalised expenditure for the Community Action for Multicultural Society (CAMS) program for 2017/18 and proposed expenditure for 2018/19 (with reference to specific organisations to receive funding in 2018/19)?

ANSWER:

I thank the Committee for the question.

The Palaszczuk Government is a strong supporter of the CAMS program. After reversing the former Government’s decision to discontinue the CAMS program after 2015, the Palaszczuk Government provided $6.4 million for the program between 2015-16 and 2017-18.

This year I was pleased to announce that the Palaszczuk Government will extend the funding contracts for the current 19 organisations in the program for a further two years.

CAMS funding supports large and small community-based organisations to work locally and regionally to support migrants, refugees, new arrivals and established communities.

CAMS delivers outcomes in social connectedness to strengthen multiculturalism and promote community harmony and inclusion across Queensland.

In 2017–18, the finalised expenditure for the CAMS program was $2.25 million to 19 organisations (a total of 20 CAMS services).

In 2018–19, the Queensland Government will provide $2.25 million to the CAMS program to continue its excellent work contributing to building intercultural connections and cohesive communities across Queensland.

Funding Funding Organisation 2017-18 2018-19 Access Community Services (Logan) $123,111 $123,111 Anglicare Southern Queensland (Ipswich) $123,111 $123,111 Bundaberg and District Neighbourhood Centre $71,815 $71,815 Centacare Far North Queensland $123,110 $123,110 Central Queensland Multicultural Association $123,110 $123,110 George Street Neighbourhood Centre (Mackay) $71,815 $71,815 Good Shepherd Parish (Mt Isa) $71,815 $71,815 Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre $71,815 $71,815 Islamic Women’s Association of Australia $123,110 $123,110 (Muslim women – Statewide) Mackay Regional Council (Australian South Sea $75,024 $75,024 Islander communities – Statewide) MDA Ltd (Grants Statewide) $129,517 $129,517 MDA Ltd (Emerging communities) $249,425 $249,425 Mercy Community Services (Toowoomba) $123,110 $123,110 Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast $123,110 $123,110 Multilink (Pacific Islander communities – $129,517 $129,517 Statewide) Nambour Community Centre $71,815 $71,815 Neighbourhood Centre Caboolture $123,110 $123,110 Queensland Council of Social Service (Statewide) $123,111 $123,111 Queensland Program of Assistance to Survivors $75,024 $75,024 of Torture and Trauma Townsville Multicultural Support Group $123,110 $123,110 Total $2.25M $2.25M

Answers to questions taken on notice at the hearing

24 July 2018

Question on Notice Asked on 24 July 2018

QUESTION: I will go back to an answer that I received in relation to trade from the CEO of Trade & Investment Queensland and I will put another question to you. I refer again to question on notice No. 19 which showed TIQ spent almost $290,000 of taxpayers’ money on hospitality expenses. I note that in your answer you referred to food, but how much of that $290,000 was on alcohol?

ANSWER: Trade and Investment Queensland has reviewed their hospitality invoices from 23 locations across Queensland and overseas. TIQ has represented the State and hosted stakeholders at numerous functions and events including State occasions, as well as other community engagement activities such as Commonwealth Games related events, industry development forums, regional business community consultations, launches and promotional events.

Invoicing procedures differ, according to both supplier requirements and respective in- market country practices. As such, alcohol is not always itemised separately in the invoice process. Where it has been possible for Trade and Investment Queensland to identify alcohol as a specific portion of official hospitality expenses in 2017-18, that amount was $17,831.

Economics and Governance Committee Question Taken on Notice No. 1 Asked on 24 July 2018

MR LANGBROEK asked the Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs (HON S HINCHLIFFE) —

QUESTION:

Can the Minister provide details of the appointment and the appointment process of the executive assistant role to the Deputy Commissioner? Can the Minister also advise when it was filled and who was on the panel that recommended that appointment.

ANSWER:

I thank the Member for the question.

The executive assistant role, officially noted as Business Coordinator for the Deputy Commissioner (Office of the Deputy Commissioner), was advertised externally on the Queensland Government Jobs website, ‘Smartjobs’, on 10 November 2016 for a period of two weeks (closing 23 November 2016).

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (the Commission) received 41 applications, with four applicants shortlisted for interview.

The panel consisted of the following members: • Panel Chair: Mr Damien Hitchens (Acting Human Resources Manager) • Panel Member: Ms Megan Smith (former Business Coordinator, Office of the Commissioner) • Panel Member: Mr Mark Ainsworth (then Director Corruption Operations, Crime and Corruption Commission).

The recruitment of the Business Coordinator (Office of the Deputy Commissioner) was undertaken in accordance with the Public Service Commission Directive No. 15/13 – Recruitment and Selection. This Directive specifies the requirements applying to the recruitment and selection of public service employees and aligns with requirements outlined in the Public Service Act 2008 (the PSA), including merit and principle criteria prescribed in the PSA to attracting a diverse and skilled workforce.

The selection report was signed off by the Racing Integrity Commissioner, Mr Ross Barnett, on 27 February with the successful candidate’s – Ms Debbie McSorley – official appointment date on 6 March 2017.

Documents tabled at the hearing

24 July 2018

Tabled documents

1. State Development, Natural Resources and Agricultural Industry Development Committee Estimates Hearing Program Tabled by Jarrod Bleijie, Member for Kawana, Shadow Minister for Education, Shadow Minister for Industrial Relations and Manager for Opposition Business

2. Daily Statistical Summaries obtained under the Right to Information Act 2009 Tabled by Deb Frecklington, Member for Nanango, Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Minister for Trade

3. Letter from the Hon MP, Premier and Minister for Trade, to the Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP, Prime Minister, dated 18 January 2018 Tabled by the Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for Trade

4. Letter from the Hon Malcolm Turnbull MP, Prime Minister, to the Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for Trade, to dated 23 March 2018 Tabled by the Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for Trade

5. Image of a vehicle Tabled by Tim Mander, Member for Everton, Deputy Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Treasurer

6. Document extract titled ‘Budget Strategy and Outlook 2016-17’ Tabled by Tim Mander, Member for Everton, Deputy Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Treasurer

7. Letter from the Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for Trade, to the Hon MP, Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, dated 27 February 2018 Tabled by Dr Christian Rowan, Member for Moggill, Shadow Minister for Communities, Shadow Minister for Disability Services and Seniors, Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Shadow Minister for the Arts

8. Document extract titled ‘Working for Queensland survey, Department of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, Highlight Report’ Tabled by Dr Christian Rowan, Member for Moggill, Shadow Minister for Communities, Shadow Minister for Disability Services and Seniors, Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Shadow Minister for the Arts

9. Response to Question on Notice No. 464 asked on Wednesday 2 May 2018 by Deb Frecklington, Member for Nanango, Leader of the Opposition and Shadow Minister for Trade to the Hon Jackie Trad MP, Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Tabled by Dr Christian Rowan, Member for Moggill, Shadow Minister for Communities, Shadow Minister for Disability Services and Seniors, Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Shadow Minister for the Arts

10. Document extract titled ‘Supporting our most vulnerable young people’ Tabled by Dr Christian Rowan, Member for Moggill, Shadow Minister for Communities, Shadow Minister for Disability Services and Seniors, Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Shadow Minister for the Arts

11. Media release titled ‘Queensland jobs, investment and royalties boost from new resource policy’ Tabled by the Hon Jackie Trad MP, Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships

12. Letter from Neil Laurie, Clerk of the Parliament, to the Linus Power, Member for Logan and Chair of the Economics and Governance Committee, dated 24 July 2018 Tabled by Linus Power, Member for Logan and Chair of the Economics and Governance Committee

13. Document extract titled ‘ Controlled Entities: current position’ Tabled by the Hon MP, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs

14. Letter from Andrew Roach, Company Secretary Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd, to Jim Lindsay, Chief Executive Officer Ipswich City Council, dated 1 October 2015 Tabled by the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe MP, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs

15. Document titled ‘Special Council Meeting Report: CBD Redevelopment Agreements’ Tabled by the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe MP, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs

16. Document titled ‘Minutes of Special Council Meeting, 19 January 2018’ Tabled by the Hon Stirling Hinchliffe MP, Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing and Minister for Multicultural Affairs T im e /d a te : \V\M =,ign^ture:i

State Development, Natural Resources and Agricultural Industry Development Committee

Estimates Hearing Program

Wednesday 25 July 2018: 9:00am - 7:00pm

Legislative Council Chamber, Parliament House

Area of Responsibility Minister Tim e

Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and Fisheries 9:00am to 10:00am Fisheries

Agricultural Industry Minister for Agricultural Industry Development and 10.00am to 11.30am Development Fisheries

Break 11:30am to 12:00pm

State Development and Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, 12:00pm to 1:15pm Manufacturing Infrastructure and Planning

Break 1.15pm to 2:15pm

Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning 2:15pm to 3:30pm Infrastructure and Planning

Break 3;30pm to 4:00pm

Natural Resources Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy 4;00pm to 5;00pm

Mines Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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IN CONFIDENCE Page 1 o f 3 Tabled by: y&yilt.L - At:MinakLitote Time/date; Premier of Queensland S ig n a tu re :

Government Minister for Trade

For reply please quote;TRADE - TF/18/376 - DOC/18/4561 1 William Street Brisbane PO Box 15185 City East Queensland 4002 Australia 1 8 JAN 2018 Telephone +617 3719 7000 Email ThePremier@ premiers.qld.gov.au W ebsitewww.thepremier.qtd.gov.au The Honourable Malcolm Turnbull MP Prime Minister Parliament House CANBERilA ACT 2600

Dear PrimeJVfimsler

I am writing in relation to the Indian Government’s recent decision to apply a 30 per cent tariff to imports of chickpeas and lentils.

The value of chickpea exports from Queensland has increased to $1.4 billion over the 12 months prior to November 2017 and India is our most important export market. As a consequence, and as you are no doubt aware, the Indian action is of significant concern to the Queensland Government and to our job supporting agriculture industry.

The Queensland Government raised the matter directly with the Indian High Commissioner to Australia during an official lunch hosted in his honour on 4 October 2017, and again during a meeting with the Australian High Commissioner to India during her visit to Brisbane on 12 October 2017. The Queensland Government has also had ongoing contact on this matter through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Queensland State Office.

1 understand that the Federal Government has already taken up this issue with the Indian Government and that the Honourable Barnaby Joyce MP, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister for Infrastructure and Transport; the Honourable Steven Ciobo MP, Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment; and the Honourable David Litlleproud MP, Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources have already or are planning to raise it in discussions with Indian counterparts. Separately, I am also aware that the Australian High Commissioner to India has been making representations to the Indian Goveinment.

I welcome the efforts of the Federal Government, including the work of the Australian High Commissioner. Please be assured that the Queensland Government and our representatives in India are continuing to advocate for the removal of the 30 per cent tariff on chickpeas and lentils and stand ready to provide any support we can. I have asked representatives from Trade & Investment Queensland, and my Office, to remain in contact with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade on this issue. We would appreciate being kept infonned on your representations.

Yours sincerely

ANNASTACIA PALASZCZUK MP PREMIER OF QUEENSLAND MINISTER FOR TRADE

Page 2 o f2 Tabled by:iftMl££ A t : S m Time/date:

PRIME MINISTER

Reference; MCI8-004536

2 3 MAR 2010

The Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP Premier of Queensland M inister for Trade PO Box 15185 CITY EAST QLD 4002

Dear ftpiHter 4 Thank you for your letter dated 18 January 2018 regarding Indian tariffs on chickpeas and lentils.

I was disappointed by the Indian Government’s decision, which took place without the consultation we had expected, and am of course concerned this decision will have an adverse effect on Queensland exporters. I can assure you my Government will continue working with India to express these concerns and seek a satisfactory resolution.

I note that the Hon Steven Ciobo MP, Minister for Trade and Investment, again raised this matter with India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry on Wednesday 14 February, We will continue to raise at every oppoitunity,

I appreciate the representations your Government has made, and hope that our combined efforts will deliver results for Queensland businesses.

I have copied this letter to the Hon Steven Ciobo MP, Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, and the Hon David Littleproud MP, Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources.

Yours sincerely

ALCOLM TURNBULL

Parliament House CANBERRA ACT 2600 Telephone (02) 62777700 www.pm.gov.au 9

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T ab led by; At:SriUi£M. Time/date: Z JlpyL "visnature: ------Tabled by - Budget Strategy and Outlook 2016-17 -Tim e /date ^'nature:

Table 8.1 Earnings before Interest and tax^

2014-15 2015-16 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 2019-20 Actual Budget Est. Act. Budget Projection Projection Projection $ million $ million $ million $ million $ million $ million $ million Electricity Networks^ 2,863 2,652 2,566 2,533 2,147 2,063 2,019

Electricity Generation^ 731 320 372 482 540^' 449 504

Transport 603 547 611 621 592 671 783

Water 374 475 371 409 396 436 475

Other (79) (7) (38) 14 (3) (4) (5) Total PNFC sector Earnings Before 4,492 3,987 3,882 4,059 3,672 3,616 3,776 Interest and Tax Notes: 1. Numbers may not add due to rounding and bracketed numbers represent negative amounts. 2. The decline relates to lower earnings from Energex and Ergon Energy as a result of the AER regulatory determinations, and likely reduced returns from Powerlink in 2017-18 as a result of the AER determination. 3. Includes Stanwell coal revenue sharing arrangements.

This decline in earnings from 2016-17 is attributable to decreasing earnings from Energex and Ergon Energy as a result of the AER’s 2015 regulatory determinations, and the sharp drop-off in 2017-18 is almost entirely due to the expected reduction in revenue for Powerlink when its new AER regulatory period begins. This decrease over the FEs is somewhat offset by increased earnings from the generation sector from 2016-17, and the transport and water sectors from 2018-19.

The improvement in the generation sector is driven by forecasts of increasing demand from the LNG industry. Similarly, the ports sector is expecting increased returns due to growth in LNG exports at the Port of Gladstone, and a general improvement in coal and bulk trade across all ports.

Energy Sector

Generation

The core business of CS Energy Limited (CS Energy) and Stanwell Corporation Limited (Stanwell) is the generation and sale of electricity. Combined, the companies have over 6,600 megawatts (MW) of installed capacity, a combination of coal, gas and hydroelectric plant. On top of the significant output, CS Energy also has access for trading purposes to 509 MW from the Gladstone Power Station. Together CS Energy and Stanwell account for around 64% of Queensland’s electricity generation capacity.

The generation businesses are facing significant challenges with the evolution of the electricity market and the growth of new technologies. After years of oversupply, the Queensland region of the National Electricity Market (NEM) is tightening as the LNG industry comes online. LNG related electricity consumption is expected to increase from 250 gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2013-14 to 7,840 GWh in 2018-19 as LNG plants on Curtis Island progressively commence operation.

166 Tabled by

Tim e/date: Premier of Queensland Signature: Queensland Government M inister fo r Trade

For reply please quote;Pll/SA - TF'iS'115 - D0O18/2255 1 William Street Brisbane PO Box 1518S City East Queensland 4002 Australia 17 FEB 2018 Telephone + 6 i 7 3 7 1 9 7 0 0 0 Email [email protected] Website www.thepremier.qld.gov.au The Honourable Jackie Trad MP Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister for Aboriginal and Ton'es Strait Islander Partnerships PO Box 15009 CITY EAST QLD 4002

Dear Deputy^j^dm^

On 11 December 2017, I announced a new Cabinet team and reaffimied our commitment to Queenslanders to provide a strong, stable majority Government, and to drive the Queensland Government’s policy agenda which prioritises jobs, health and education.

We will work closely together advancing Queensland to create jobs in a strong economy, ensure a great start for our children, improve the health of Queenslanders, support safe coinmunities, protect the Great Barrier Reef and ensure a responsive Government.

Queenslanders have cntnasted us with providing principled and stable government, and delivering on the promises we have made. It is critical that we work hard to prove ourselves worthy of this trust.

A key priority for this teim of government is to continue to drive jobs growth across Queensland. As a member of the economic team, I expect you to work closely with me and the other members of this team to drive growth in Queensland’s established economic sectors and continue to set new frontiers for jobs and investment thi'ough our Advance Queensland innovation agenda.

Following on from last week’s Council of Australian Governments meeting, it is essential that you focus your attention on National Agreements, Partnerships and reforms related to your portfolio responsibilities to ensure Queensland’s interests are represented and the benefits to Queenslanders are maximised.

The attached Portfolio Priorities Statement defines your key priorities for this term of government. It is intended that these priorities will also inform Chief Executive Officer performance agreements and shape the functions and activities of departments and agencies.

I intend to regularly meet with you to discuss progress in implementing the priorities identified. I expect that at all times Ministers will make all decisions and take all actions in the public’s interest without regard to personal, party political or other immaterial considerations. 1 refer you to Governing Queensland, on the Department of the Premier and Cabinet website at www.premiers,qld.gov.au/publications/categories/policies-and-codes/handbooks.aspx, for a suite of policy and administrative handbooks.

I look forward to working closely with you to deliver great outcomes for Queensland.

Yours sincerely

ANNASTACIA PALASZCZUK MP PREM IER O F QUEENSLAND MINISTER FOR TRADE

*EiicI Portfolio Priorities Statement

Minister: Deputy Premier, Treasurer and Minister forDepartment(s):Queensland Treasury Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander Partnerships The Hon Jackie Trad MP

Whole^of-Government Priorities

All Ministers and their staff to work closely together advancing Queensland, focusing on the following priorities: • Create jobs in a strong economy; Overarching • A great start for our children; Direction • Healthy Queenslanders; • Safe communities; • Protect the Great Barrier Reef; and • A responsive Government,

All Ministers and their staff to focus on meeting regularly with the community and key Consultation stakeholders to inform policy development and achieve the best outcomes for all Queenslanders.

All Ministers and their staff demonstrate transparent, accountable and ethical behaviour Integrity and and make all decisions and take all actions In the public interest without regard to Accountability personal, party political or other immaterial considerations.

All Ministers, supported by their Chief Executive Officers, establish strong working Collaboration relationships across portfolios to deliver the Government’s priorities.

Investing in Our All Ministers support their Chief Executive Officers to focus on motivating and increasing People the capability of the public sector.

Government Commitments

Election All Ministers prioritise the delivery of all election commitments. Commitments Delivery Priorities

Work with the other Ministers as part of the economic team to drive job growth across Treasury Queensland. Fully fund election commitments through reprioritisation and revenue measures, without the loss of public service jobs or sale of strategic income-earning assets. Work closely with Ministers to deliver their re-prioritisation targets, implement measures to ensure fiscal sustainability and continue to deliver on the Government's fiscal principles. Support the Business Development Fund through the Queensland Investment Corporation to leverage private sector investment. Support the Queensland Productivity Commission as an independent body to develop policy solutions to lift the State's productivity, Improve living standards and drive growth. Continue the 50 per cent payroll tax rebate for employers of qualifying apprentices and trainees. Continue to deliver efficiencies from merging energy network businesses into Energy Queensland Limited. Pursue a City Deal for South East Queensland (SEQ) to align planning, investment and governance to accelerate growth and job creation, stimulate urban renewal and support the future prosperity and liveabiiity of the region. Continue to progress Cross River Rail to ensure more trains run more often and enable a turn-up-and-go transport system that will benefit the whole of SEQ. Plan and deliver the new $2 billion entertainment precinct 'Brisbane Live' under the Cross River Rail Delivery Authority in partnership with AEG Ogden, Commission a study of long term global coal thermal and coking demand based on International Energy Agency projections. Work with the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy to create a new, publicly-owned, clean energy generation company - CleanCo - by re-structuring our two publicly-owned electricity generation companies into three with a strategic portfolio of low and no emission power generation assets. Work with the Minister for the Environment and the Great Barrier Reef, Minister for Science and Minister for the Arts to design, develop and implement the flagship $500 million Land Restoration Fund. In consultation with the Local Government Association of Queensland, investigate the feasibility of providing local governments with a whole-of-government overview of State government spending on local government as part of the budget process each year. Oversee the delivery of the Government's reforms to the financial assurance and mine rehabilitation regimes. Support the implementation of theAction on Ice plan to address use and harm caused by crystal methamphetamine.

Implement outstanding actions from the Government response to the Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Reparations Taskforce Report. Strait Islander Continue to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities that have Partnerships Alcohol Management Plans in place to support and assist them with the management of alcohol in their communities. Support economic development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people by: • driving the Moving Ahead strategy; supporting the development of policies and programs to increase Indigenous participation in employment and business; and • supporting economic development opportunities for Traditional Owners, Support the implementation of the Aurukun four-point plan and commence work to transition from the current situation of elevated service delivery to a more sustainable situation in which the community owns problems and leads solutions. Refresh the Government Champion program to take into account the response to the Queensland Productivity Commission report Into sen/ice delivery in Queensland's remote and discrete Indigenous communities. Continue to contribute to the Government's child and family reform agenda 'Supporting Families Changing Futures - Advancing Queensland's child protection and family support reforms'. Support implementation of theDomestic and Family Violence Prevention Strategy 2016-26 and the Government response to the Report from the Taskforce on Domestic and Family Violence in Queensland. Contribute to the development and implementation of the Queensland Government response to the Report of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. Support initiatives under theQueensland Housing Strategy 2017-2027 and associated action plans, including the development of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Housing Action Plan. Work with the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice and the Minister for Child Safety, Youth and Women and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence to develop legislation to recognise Torres Strait Island traditional adoption, which ensures that the rights and wellbeing of children are safeguarded.

Lead the implementation of existing National agreements and partnerships and negotiations associated with proposed new agreements; • Intergovernmental Agreement on Federal Financial Relations • National Reform discussions on Horizontal Fiscal Equalisation • National Reform discussions on Competition Policy • Small Business Regulatory Reform Project Agreement COAG National • National Register of Foreign Ownership of Land Titles Project Agreement Agreements, National Partnerships & • National Indigenous Reform Agreement (Closing the Gap) Significant National • National Housing and Homelessness Agreement (co-lead with Minister for Reform Projects Housing and Public Works, Minister for Digital Technology and Minister for Sport). Contribute to: • Remote Housing Strategy • Bilateral Agreement between the Commonwealth and Queensland for the transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme • National Disability Strategy. Workingfo r Queensland ^ M im survey

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Report Content

Response Rate: Reporting Framework 01 Driver analysis scorecard

02 Factors 03 Factors by division ^ 60% 04 Workplace climate

05 Workplace climate by division Returned Surveys: 06 Workplace climate by item

07 Most changed since 2016, by item 08 Leadership behaviour In your agency 186 09 Flexible work options

10 Domestic and family violence

11 Intention to leave your organisation Purpose 12 Bullying and sexual harassment The Highlight Report presents key results from 13 Your view the 2017 Working for Queensland survey, 14 Agency specific questions which was conducted from late July to late August 2017. Results reflect the respondents 15 Appendix A - Strategic priorities by demographics from your agency. 16 Appendix B - Strategic priorities and factors by item

17 Appendix C - How to interpret this report Note on the response rate The displayed response rate was calculated using statistical workforce data (Minimum Obligatory Human Resource Information).

Tablec^ by: At: fa£ma ' Im e/date: J J jm . ^ ! r ;n t- Reporting Framework

All highlight reports include two different types of analysis, each of which provides a different lens through which to understand organisational climate and workplace improvement in your agency.

Strategic priorities: driver analysis Workplace ctimate

The first type of analysis is driver analysis, which is focused on survey The second type of analysis relates to the workplace climate indices, which is results at the agency level. Driver analysis is designed to provide an focused on the workgroup level. The workplace climate indices have been understanding of the key drivers of three strategic priorities for your agency - grouped by topic so they more closely align with the way work, roles and agency engagement, organisational leadership and innovation. responsibilities are broken up across agencies.

The purpose of this analysis is to inform strategy development and resource The index scores are reported as a per cent positive, which is the percentage investment across your agency. of people who responded positively to all items in that index.

The purpose of this information is to provide workgroups with insight into their strengths and weaknesses by topic, so that the information can be easily discussed and actioned at the workgroup level.

Job empowerment

Workload and health

Learning and development Agency engagement

My workgroup Organisational leadership I Workplace 1 \ climate i My manager Innovation

Organisational fairness

Anti-discrimination St. Pn. RESPONSE SCALE 01 Driver analysis scorecard

Agency engagement Top 3 drivers % P ositive Purpose 2016 This section provides an Organisational leadership 34'’-. overview of the drivers of the 2017 strategic priorities (agency engagement, organisational ieadership and innovation) in % positive 2016 Job empowerment your agency. change since 2017 I 64'- 2016

2016 -8 Learning and development 2017 40%

Organisational Leadership Top 3 drivers % P ositive

2016 Organisational fairness 2017 26'’

% positive 2016 Learning and development change since 2017' 2016

2016 -12 Anti-discrimination 2017 55^,

In n o va tio n Top 3 drivers % P ositive

Learning and development 40%

% positive 2016 My manager change since 2017' m 63® 2016

2016 -10 Organisational fairness 2017' 2?^- COMPARISONS At least 5 percent GREATER AHeast S percent LESS

I i r ; o r j'' .>c'u;i;'-jt • c:’’• C’S S ir.;i! ' RESPONSE SCALE 02 Factors QUINTILES

vs Qld public Range of all Your agency Purpose Response scale (%) % positive vs 2016 sector agencies quintile This section provides an overview of your agency's 2017 Agency engagement* 41% -8 ■18 41 -82 strategic priorities* and factor results. This data is benchmarked against the Queensland public sector and Job empowerment 64% -6 ■7 60-86 other agency results, as well as being compared with the previous year’s results. Workload and health % positive indicates those 38% -3 -2 29-68 Understanding your agency's who have limited to no issues with workload and health data, across time and in relation to the Queensland public sector, will enable your agency to Learning and development 40% -7 -16 33-82 assess its progress In workplace improvement.

My workgroup 70% -2 -6 58-92

My manager 63% -5 57-84

Organisational leadership* 34% -12 -17 29-85

Organisational fairness m 26% -8 -17 26-67

Anti-discrimination 55% -5 -11 4 8-96

Innovation’ 49% ■10 -11 46-89

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P urpose

This section shows the C 0) breakdown of division and o .2 agency results for strategic priorities* and factors.

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S’ .2 This sectton shows the % positrve scores lor Oivisioos within the agency Q £

Agency engagement- 41% 45% 45% 36%

Job empowerment 64% 64% 65% 59% 64%

W orkload and health % positive indicates those who have 38% 36% 28% limited to no issues with workload and health

Learning and development 40% 32%

My workgroup 70% 51% 61% 74%

M y m a n a g e r 63% 67% 66% 60% 64%

Organisational leadership- 34% 38% 23%

Organisational fairness 26% 17% 30% 23% 30%

Anti-discrimination 55% 57% 52%

Innovation- 49% 45% 4 4 %

;&UiL9 COMPARISONS: AllaasI S percent GREATER Adeast 6 pe'Cenl LESS ' I'';' oiit R('poi'. RESPONSE SCALE 04 Workplace climate QUINTILES 4&5

Purpose vs Qld public Range of all Your agency Response scale (%} % positive vs 2016 sector agencies quintile This section provides an overview of your agency's workplace climate index results. This data is benchmarked Safety, health and wellness* 48% •11 •7 4 3-82 against the Queensland public sector and other agency results, as well as being compared with the previous year’s results. ■8 Understanding your agency's Effectiveness and innovation’ 50% -7 4 9-77 data, across time and in relation to the Queensland public sector, will enable your agency to assess its progress in workplace improvement. People and relationships 70% -3 ■7 56-92 5

Please note index data will be impacted by the inclusion of new items to the 2017 survey. The indicies impacted are marked with *. Please treat all Fairness and trust^ 46% •5 -12 46- 78 5 2016 to 2017 trend data indicatively.

Performance and development 43% •6 -13 41 -74 5

Leadership and engagement 49% ■8 -13 49-81

My job 71% -3 -6 58-89

Index impacted by the addition of new sun/ey items in 2017 Tabled by:lbM

Tim e/date: • ipnature: Question on Notice

No. 464

Asked on Wednesday 2 May 2018

MRS D FRECKLINGTON ASKED THE DEPUTY PREMIER, TREASURER AND MINISTER FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER PARTNERSHIPS (HON J TRAD) —

QUESTION:

Will the Deputy Premier outline the government's response to the Smallbone report, including reference to specific initiatives that have been implemented and the funding attached to each program or initiative?

ANSWER:

As this matter falls within the ministerial portfolio responsibilities of my colleague the Honourable MP, Minister for Child Safety, Youth and Women and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence, please refer the question to Minister Farmer. Tabled by: At: Time/date:-^ Signature: m. Supporting our most vulnerable Building block young people

Action Development Implementation period and review 15 ADCQ Deliver free information sessions to young july - December December 2016 people providing advice on their rights in 2016 December 2018 relation to discrimination, sexual harassment and bullying, including available options. 16 ADCQ Disseminate the Discrimination and sexual N/A Ongoing harassment at work, and the Trans@Work resources to students and teachers to provide an understanding of rights and responsibilities under Queensland discrimination law. 17 ADCQ Promote resources and opportunities to supportN /A Ongoing young people to contribute to fair and inclusive communities, schools and workplaces through programs such as the Multicultural Development Association Youth Advisory Council; Multicultural Youth Advocacy Network; Migrant Youth Vision Project; the Queensland Council of Social Services (QCOSS) Emerging Voices program; and the Safe Schools Hub. 18 AQ-DPC Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslanderN/A Ongoing young people seeking employment in the performing arts sector through industry relevant vocational education in dance, drama and music. 19 DATSIP Deliver the Youth Em ploym ent Program to N/A Ongoing provide a range of services to assist and support young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons who are completing Year 12 into employment, training or further education.

20 DATSIP Implement, monitor and report progress on Oct 2015 - july By mid-2017 actions developed to respond to youth sexual2016 violence and abuseWest in Cairns and Aurukun through the Youth Sexual Violence and Abuse Steering Committee.

4 I Building young Queenslanders for a global future 7/24/2018 Queensland jobs, investment and royalties boost from new resource policy - The Queensland Cabinet and Ministerial Directory

Media release Tabled JOINT STATEMENT Tim e/date; Premier and Minister for the Arts signature:^ The Honourable Annastacia Palaszczuk Deputy Premier, Minister for Transport and Minister for Infrastructure and Planning The Honourable Jackie Trad Treasurer and Minister for Trade and Investment GovernmentQueensland The ,Honourable , i i ^ Curtis ■ r-.-. Pitt .

Queensland jobs, investment and royalties boost from new resource policy

The Palaszczuk Government has unveiled a development policy that will deliver the best deal for Queenslanders and opens up the state to more jobs, more investment and more royalties.

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the policy would unlock development In the Galilee and Surat Basins and the North West Minerals Province and new jobs and new business opportunities.

“State Cabinet has unanimously agreed to a new policy approach for the future development of the Galilee and Surat Basins and the North West Minerals Province,” Ms Palaszczuk said.

"Under this new policy, the Adani Carmichael mine will pay every cent of royalties in full.

“There will be no royalty holiday for the Adani Carmichael mine.

“Opening up these three regions for development has the potential to support thousands of new jobs that are needed in regional centres along the coast as well as in outback Queensland.

"This will squeeze every dollar and every job out of these projects.

“My sole focus this week has been to lead negotiations that ensure Queenslanders get the best deal that will see more jobs and more money flowing into our state.

“This is the right policy that will provide certainty and deliver jobs, royalties and opportunities for years to come.

"It will unlock these resource areas so that projects can proceed and deliver thousands of new jobs for regional Queenslanders.

“The same approach will apply to all greenfield projects In these Basins and the North West Minerals Province such as the Adani Carmichael Coal project.

"Opening up these three regions for development has the potential to support thousands of new jobs that are needed in regional centres along the coast as well as in outback Queensland."

Deputy Premier Jackie Trad said the Palaszczuk Government’s policy delivered on Labor’s election commitments.

"All royalties will be paid and if they are deferred they will be paid with interest and with security of payment in place,” Ms Trad said.

“That’s more money for our state to spend on infrastructure, renewables, health and education.

http://statements,qld,gov,au/Statement/2017/5/27/queensland-jobs-investment-and-royalties-boost-from-new-resource-policy 1/2 7/24/2018 Queensland jobs, investment and royaities boost from new resource policy - The Queensland Cabinet and Ministerial Directory

"Consistent with our election commitments, cabinet has determined that any NAIF funding needs to be between the Federal Government and Adani.

“There will be a new financial assurance model that ensures operators comply with environmental conditions and cover rehabilitation costs.”

Treasurer said the framework provides investor certainty and encourages new development and business opportunities in the Basins and the North West Minerals Province.

“Investors accessing the new resources framework will be required to provide jobs, common-user infrastructure and have a positive impact on the state’s finances,” Mr Pitt said.

“This revised model will apply to future resource development proposals in the three regions and will replace ad hoc arrangements negotiated in the past.

“It is a transparent policy framework that will apply equally to project proponents looking to invest in these under-developed resource regions.”

All greenfield projects approved after the completion of comprehensive environmental impact assessments by State and Commonwealth agencies will abide by the following principles:

• all royalties due to the State are paid over the term of any agreement (inclusive of interest foregone costs), with security of payment and no adverse budget impact to the state; • any agreement with a proponent will not involve the direct expenditure of public funds in the project or in directly-related economic infrastructure for that project (noting that Government Owned Corporations (GOCs) may still supply economic infrastructure on commercial terms to resource project proponents): • the provision by the proponent of third party access infrastructure or other acceptable economic infrastructure to the State; and • projects must have significant regional employment, generation of royalties and economic opportunity benefits, such as the potential to assist in opening up undeveloped resource basins.

Media contacts:

Kerryn Manifold- Premier's Office - 0428 510 973

Anna Jabour- Deputy Premier’s Office- 0429 890 942

Commitment at the 2015 State election;

“Queensland Labor does not support the Newman Government’s economically and environmentally risky secret deal to fund Adani’s dredging operation to secure their expansion of Abbot Point and the rail line construction for their proposed mine even before financial viability and surety has been secured. Labor will not spend taxpayer money to build a rail line for a private commercial project. As Adani Australia’s Chief Executive Officer has said ‘This project will stand alone on its feet always and every project is done on the economics of the project itself.’ Adani must ensure its project is viable in an open, competitive marketplace. Labor will not do any secret deals.”

http://statements.Qld.gov.au/Statemenl/2017/5/27/queensland-jobs-investment-and-royalties-boost-from-new-resource-poiicy 2/2 Tabled by: At:iM£SJjMMfl ------

Time/date; t HE CLERK OF THE PARLIAMENT .S J lu k u B tL------Parliament House Ph:61 735536451 George Street Fax: 61 7 3553 6454 Queensland Parliamentary ServiceBrisbane Old 4000 email C!ert([email protected]!d,gov.aj www,par1iament,qld.gov.au

24 July 2018

M r Linus Pow er M P Chair Economics and Governance Committee Queensland Parliament BRISBANE QLD 4000

Correction of evidence provided during Estimates Hearing

I seek to correct the record regarding the evidence I provided to the Committee at today's Estimates hearing in response to a question about the processes around publication of Members' biographical details on the Parliamentary website.

During the hearing, 1 advised that the process involves a draft document being created and supplied to individual members prior to publication on the website (refer page 10 of the proof transcript). It has since been brought to my attention that this advice was incorrect; no draft document or version of the website is provided to members prior to publication.

The process that was followed after the most recent election was as follows: 1. The member is provided with a biographical form for completion and return to the Parliamentary Service; 2. The member provides the Parliamentary Service with a completed biographical form; 3. The biographical information is transferred onto the Parliament's website; and 4. A link to the individual Member's page is emailed to the member with a request that any updates, corrections or changes should be provided to the Team Leader, Communications.

Our records show that in 2012, the process also included seeking the relevant Member's written approval/confirmation of the contents of the published website. I have today directed that the additional process in place in 2012 be reinstituted, so that all new and amended Members' biographical information included on the Parliamentary website requires written approval/confirmation from the relevant member,

I emphasise that no recent requests for amendments to biographical information have alleged that an error was made in the translation of the Member's form to the Parliament's website by the Parliamentary Service.

I apologise to the committee for any confusion caused.

Yours sincerely

!il Laurie Clerk of the Parliament

Correspocdence to ba addfcsiCii lo: The Clerk o f tlw Paflianienl, Partiainem Hcmse. Cnr Alice and George Sts, Brisbane Q l .D 400D Australia Viivn4fi K*J5!^.!83a a JB53W A t:. 1 Controlled Entitles: current position Time/date:^ 1.1 Controlled Entities: group structure •"ienature:

ICP, IMP, ICD and ICE are all wholly-owned subsidiaries of Council and ICEI is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ICE. All Controlled Entities are managed by Council staff who are utilised across the Controlled Entities as necessary. IMP is the only controlled entity that formerly employed staff external to Council (a general manager for the day-to-day management of IMP). We refer to IMP, ICD, ICE and ICEI as the Non-continuing Group in this report. The majority of matters relating to ICP are the subject of separate reports by McN to Council.

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100% Shareholding

ICP IMP ICD ICE ICEI (Registered 9-Mar-09) (Registered 7-Mar-16) (Registered S-Dec-13) (Registered 29-Dec-OO) (Registered S-Oct-07

James Lindsay James Lindsay ___ James Lindsay James Lindsay (Director) (Director) (Director) (Director) (Director)

Cr Paul Tully Cr Paul Tully Cr Paul Tully __ Cr Paul Tully Cr Paul Tully (D irector (Director) (Director) (Director) (Director)

Andrew Roach Andrew Roach Andrew Roach Andrew Roach Andrew Roach (Director and (Director and ” (Director and — (D irector and (Director and Secretary) Secretary) Secretary) Secretary) Secretary)

Daniel Best Craig Maudsley _ Daniel Best Daniel Best Daniel Best (Director) (Director) (Director) (Director)

Cr Andrew Cr David ICE employed a general Antoniolli M orrison manager for IMP and then (Director) (Director) We understand that Council has recently been in the process recovered the costs of of interviewing candidates for independent non-executive employment from IMP. The Non­ director positions for ICP. ;^^:st'ephen%Whitfe / employee ceased employment continuing in February 2017. Group m a n a le r) j ...... Council wholly-owned subsidiaries Source: ASIC Company Searches dated 9 January 2018

7.2-180108-PROJTOW01-ReportOtherMatters-MJS Tabled by At: ACN 135 760 637 Tim e/date: ABN 88 135 760 637 Sipnatue?: 45 Roderick St PO Box 491 Ipswich QLD 4305 Australia

Tel (07)3810 6266 Fax (07)32021389

1 October 2015

M r J Lindsay Chief Executive Officer Ipswich City Council PO Box 191 IPSWICH QLD 4305

Dear Jim

RE; PROPOSED PRE-COIVIMITrVIENT BY IPSWICH CITY COUNCIL- COMMERCIAL OFFICE LEASING OPPORTUNITY- IPSWICH CITY CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT

The revitalisation of the heart of Ipswich represents a once in a generation opportunity to shape the future of one of Queensland's most Important cities.

Ipswich City Properties (ICP), 100% owned by Ipswich City Council, is seeking to undertake a landmark development that captures the qualities of the past and the opportunities for a viable and dynamic future as the vibrant and prosperous Regional Activity Centre for the Western Corridor of South East Queensland.

This development, the Ipswich City Centre Redevelopment Project (ICCRP), is focussed on delivering exceptional local and regional outcomes; a revitalised, activated City Centre of celebration and place, a living City Centre, a connected City Centre, a working City Centre, a place to live, work, shop and invest.

A key driver of the ICCRP is the creation of a strong and distinctive identity for the Ipswich City Centre with the focus being on the provision of a market responsive broad mix of uses which will be mutually supportive and provide the level of activity and revitalisation that is required for this key Ipswich City project. The site itself is highly strategic and is ideally situated for redevelopment into a world class flagship precinct incorporating retail, residential, commercial, entertainm ent and public open spaces.

Recent high level market analysis undertaken on iCP's behalf by Urbis indicates a rapid increase in consumer preference for dining out, a rise In popularity of inner city living and apartment development and growth in tourism and leisure activities. A variety of uses are therefore to be targeted by the ICCRP to attract the key element, people, back into the City Centre, highlighted by the following:

Office Development provides daytime population and supports daytime street activity, food and beverage and a diverse retail offer.

Apartments support a permanent population and both evening and weekend demand.

Retail makes a city work and is the highest density of people activity with the optimal scale and mix of shops to include a supermarket and a higher order retail offer such as flagship retailers to generate a point of difference with suburban shopping centres.

Food and Beverage is the fastest growing spending category nationally - mixed to suit all demographics (eg workers, residents, students, CBD visitors), food styles and dining occasions.

Educational Facilities have the potential to provide consistent daily foot traffic and custom.

Personal and Business Services from banking (Including regional offices) to shoe repairs

Leisure and Entertainment Facilities may include cinemas, bowling alleys, video games, children's play areas, gyms and health clubs.

Public Realm programmed with regular events to attract residents and visitors.

Civic Uses potentially including a Council relocated library and enhanced community space.

Further to the above, the ICCRP represents a once in a generation opportunity for:

❖ A key catalytic project outcome to be realised arising from the shared vision between Ipswich City Council and the State Government as part o f the Ipswich Regional Centre Strategy. ❖ Ipswich City Council to potentially occupy all or part of a second commercial office building to further activate the site following the opening of ICON Ipswich Tower A in October 2013. ❖ The injection of life and 24/7 vitality back into the Ipswich City Centre as a place of strong employment growth as well as soda! and cultural interaction. ❖ The establishnient of strong connectivity with the Top of Town precinct, the transport hub in adjoining Bell St, the Bremer River, the Riverheart Parklands, RIverlink Shopping Centre via the Bradfield pedestrian bridge and the surrounding emerging City Centre redevelopment. ❖ The retention and integration of Ipswich's proud historical and architectural heritage through adaptive re-use of heritage buildings within the City Centre eg potential janeway activation for retail and commercial uses. ❖ Delivery of a multi-purpose Performing Arts/Cultural/Convention complex in the City Centre precinct potentially located between the Ipswich City Mall and Ellenborough Street. ❖ Activation of streets and City Centre open areas via the introduction of weekend markets, exhibitions etc. ❖ Promotion of public transport options via the adjoining transport hub In Bell St. An integrated transport solution is essential to the revitalisation of the Ipswich City Centre and it is aimed to create a combined community and commercial precinct where pedestrians have priority via the establishment of a high quality public realm. ❖ Continuation and reinforcement of the "City Visual and Physical Axis" along Nicholas St, extending from Denmark Hiil through to the Riverheart Parklands, Riverlink and beyond. Five star Green Startargeted sustainability outcomes for all new built environments on site.

ICP wishes to advise Ipswich City Council that it is presently engaged in advanced negotiations with a preferred developer to undertake the ICCRP. ICP advises that it expects to be in a position whereby a formal Development Agreement confirming all agreed commercial terms and representing a partnership between the two parties will be entered into between ICP and the preferred developer by first quarter 2016. A key element of securing such a Development Agreement rests in obtaining a pre-commitment from Ipswich City Council for a fifteen (15) year lease on commercial terms to be negotiated and agreed between the parties over a new purpose built 5 Star Green Star A grade rated commercial office tower to be constructed in the Ipswich CBD as an integral part of the ICCRP. This is one of the key required outcomes of the ICCRP and represents a vital element in the revitalisation strategy for the Ipswich CBD.

ICP therefore seeks to engage at the very earliest opportunity with representatives of Ipswich City Council to initiate preliminary discussions and subsequent negotiations with ICP and the preferred developer on what promises to be a highly significant and exciting flagship project for the .

Yours faithfully

Andrew Roach Company Secretary Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd PO Box 491 IPSWICH QLD 4305 Tabled, by:

T im e /d a te ; Signature: SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING REPORT CBD REDEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS

Following Council's deliberations in December 2017 concerning a decision to defer consideration of a proposed variation to the Agreement for Lease of the new administration building consultants McGrath Nicol were engaged to conduct a detailed analysis of the options available to Council in relation to a build/ own arrangement and the costs/ benefits of an alternative project delivery model.

That analysis has been completed and guided by additional financial and legal advice a further report has been prepared for Council's consideration.

A confidential presentation and briefing will be provided by the consultants at the Special Meeting. As the report is "commercial in confidence" Council may wish to consider its detail in closed session.

Kellar ING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Tabled by: , f l f Vtl Tim e/date: MINUTES OF SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Signature:

19 JANUARY 2018

Held in the Council Chambers. Administration Building

The meeting commenced at 12.06 pm

ATTENDANCE AT Councillor Antoniolli (Mayor), Morrison, Tully, Silver, Stoneman, COMMENCEMENT Wendt (Deputy Mayor), Martin, Bromage, Pisasale, Ireland and Pahlke

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Councillor Silver OF COUNTRY

OPENING PRAYER Councillor Pisasale

APOLOGIES AND Nil LEAVE OF ABSENCE

OFFICER'S REPORT With reference to a "commercial in confidence" report to discuss the details analysis of the options available to Council in relation to a build/ own arrangement and the costs/ benefits of an alternative delivery model.

Moved by: Councillor Antoniolli (Mayor)

That in accordance with section 275(l)(a) ofLocal the Government Regulation 2012, the committee resolve to move into closed session at this time to discuss the Officer's report.

Seconded by: Councillor Pisasale

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting moved into closed session at 12.07 pm.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST In accordance with section 173 of Localthe Government Act 2009, Councillors Tully, Councillors Tully, Wendt (Deputy Mayor) and Antoniolli (Mayor) Informed Wendt (Deputy Mayor) the meeting that they have, or could reasonably be taken to have, a and Antoniolli (Mayor) perceived conflict of interest in the Officer's report.

The nature of Councilior Tully and Antoniolli's (Mayor) interest is that they are directors of Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd.

The nature of Councillor Wendt's (Deputy Mayor) interest Is that he is the shareholders representative of Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd.

Councillors Tully, Wendt (Deputy Mayor) and Antoniolli (Mayor) came to the conclusion that because of the relatively minor nature of the perceived conflict, they can properly participate in the discussion of the matter and vote in the public interest.

DECLARATION FOR In accordance with Council's Code of Conduct M r Daniel Best (General NOTING Counsel and City Solicitor} informed the Council he is a Director of Ipswich General Counsel and City Properties Pty Ltd. The matter was declared for noting only. City Solicitor At 1.36 pm the Council meeting was adjourned.

At 1.56 pm the meeting was recommenced.

Moved by: Councillor Silver

That the meeting move into open session.

Seconded by: Councillor Pisasale

The motion was put and carried.

The meeting moved into open session at 1.56 pm.

Moved by Councillor Morrison:

That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to engage with EPC Pacific Ipswich 1 Pty Ltd (the Developer) and/or epc.Pacific Pty Ltd and Ipswich City Properties Pty Ltd (ICP) to negotiate and finalise the term ination of the agreements of Ipswich City Council and ICP with the developer and to do any other acts necessary to implement Council's resolution In accordance with section 13(3) Localof the G overnm ent A c t 2009.

Subject to the attainment of the above outcomes Council resolves to pay to the Developer an agreed amount in consideration of, amongst other things, the above and for the costs and expenses incurred by the Developer to date, including the following:

• preparation of plans and designs for the administration building; • calling for, receiving and commencing review of construction tenders; and • coordinating the consultants used to date to deliver aspects of the planning, design and coordination.

This resolution is without prejudice to the rights of Council and ICP to terminate the Development Agreement and the Agreement for Lease ontheirterms.

Seconded by: Councillor Silver

All Councillors were present when the vote was taken.

The motion was put and carried.

Councillor Bromage abstained from voting. MEETING CLOSED The meeting closed at 2.28 pm.

****Refer to Council Ordinary Meeting Minutes o f 30 January 2018 for amendment**** Correspondence clarifying comments made at the hearing

Correspondence

1. 26 July 2018 – Dave Stewart, Director-General, Department of the Premier and Cabinet

2. 26 July 2018 – Jim Murphy, Under Treasurer, Queensland Treasury

3. 27 July 2018 – Hon Annastacia Palaszczuk MP, Premier and Minister for Trade