Non-mining industries continue to support Queensland growth
Queensland’s economic growth has been closely tied to the resources industry in recent years, but non-mining sectors are beginning to provide more support.
2 March 2015
QLD bridges awarded $56.36m in federal government funding
Of the 17 bridge renewal initiatives confirmed in Queensland, 11 will be overseen and delivered by local councils.
2 March 2015
Sunshine Coast real estate growth could create jobs
The Sunshine Coast’s real estate sector continues to show signs of growth, with the region’s council stating job opportunities are not far behind.
2 March 2015
Apprenticeships and traineeships end 2014 on a high note
Apprenticeships and traineeships experienced an end-of-year increase in commencements in 2014, according to new data from the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER).
2 March 2015
Gold Coast opportunities will surge over the next 35 years
The population of the Gold Coast is likely to double in size by 2050, creating an abundance of opportunities for jobseekers across the region.
23 February 2015
Queensland roads receive $33 million infrastructure funding
“These extra projects are expected to save an additional five lives and prevent 256 injury crashes over 10 years, delivering economic benefits of around $168 million.”
23 February 2015
Queensland experiences retail industry boost
Queensland’s retail industry experienced the biggest rise in turnover across the country at the end of 2014, as the sector continues to perform well nationwide.
16 February 2015
Apprenticeships set to rise at construction companies
“The industry is on track to provide more job opportunities for young people, as the index measuring builders’ intentions to take on apprentices lifted in the December quarter to a seven-year high,” Mr Jones explained.
11 February 2015
Brisbane Airport set to provide 51,000 jobs by 2034
Development plans for Brisbane Airport have taken another step forward this week, bringing new opportunities for jobseekers in the region.
9 February 2015
Infrastructure de-bundling could boost Queensland apprenticeships and traineeships
Giving local businesses in Queensland a chance to vie for lucrative infrastructure projects in the state could help boost apprenticeships and traineeships.
27 January 2015
