| Queenslanders have their say on tourism |
10:58 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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A survey of Queensland communities has revealed that the majority of Queenslanders agree tourism has a positive impact on their regions.
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| Consumer rights discussed in Mount Ommaney |
10:54 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Buying a house, returning faulty products, dealing with doorknockers and avoiding scams were issues all under the spotlight today in Mount Ommaney thanks to a presentation by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).
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| Premier unveils Commonwealth Games bid logo |
10:54 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Premier Anna Bligh today stepped up the campaign for the Gold Coast to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games unveiling the bid logo which features vibrant colours symbolising the energy and excitement that is the Gold Coast.
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| New tourism campaign encourages Aussies to enjoy more and spend less on the Sunshine Coast |
10:52 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Enjoying more of Queensland's unbeatable lifestyle, beaches, adventure and natural encounters while spending less will be the hook in a new tourism marketing campaign to attract more holidaymakers to the Sunshine Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Queensland sings success of “Going for a Thong” tourism campaign |
10:51 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Tourism Queensland and Wotif.com’s “Queensland, Going for a Thong” campaign, worth $500,000, has been hailed a success for contributing up to $7.2 million to the Queensland economy, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Consumer confidence at the Ekka a top priority |
10:51 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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The annual showbag rush has started at the Ekka today and Fair Trading checks have turned up a clean bill of health.
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| People’s passion for Queensland on display via Facebook |
10:50 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Budding travel writers have just two days left to tell the world what a Queensland holiday means to them as part of Tourism Queensland’s latest Facebook campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Southerners release their inner child in successful Gold Coast tourism campaign |
10:50 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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A Tourism Queensland campaign which encouraged grown-ups to unleash their inner child and splash out on Gold Coast holiday attractions at kids’ prices has increased overall sales by 29 percent over the five week campaign period, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Cook Shire tourism operators to develop new tourism trails project |
10:49 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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The Cook Shire Council will lead a $36,823 grant project to develop a series of tourism trails and activities aimed at bringing more tourists to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Ray the 'restaurant runner' has no credibility |
10:49 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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LNP Opposition spokesman Ray Stevens, who infamously did a runner from a restaurant in Cairns, has no credibility on the fate of pubs, Minister responsible for liquor regulation Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Grant targets tech-savvy twitchers to Queensland |
10:48 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Tropical Tablelands Tourism will lead a $90,500 grant project aimed at attracting more ‘twitchers’ to the state’s prime birdwatching locations, Minister for Tourism Peter Lawlor said.
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| Grant leads the way for Queensland’s Gulf Savannah |
10:47 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Savannah Way Ltd will lead a $173,376 grant project with more than 30 Queensland tourism groups and operators aimed at developing a cooperative marketing and development platform to promote North Queensland as a preferred destination for the self-drive tourism market, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Warm welcome for Jetstar's New Zealand-Queensland routes |
10:44 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Jetstar's announcement today to fly a new Auckland–Cairns route three times a week is great news for the Tropical North, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Cairns patron bans on the way |
10:43 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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The Cairns City Licensee Safety Association has delivered several initiatives designed to deliver long-term improvements to the Cairns CBD, and are on the cusp of their next hard-hitting measure.
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| Tourism Queensland commits $100,000 to market Cairns Indigenous Arts Fair |
10:42 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Tourism Queensland has committed $100,000 to help attract tourists to the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair in August, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Tourism plan identifies development priorities for Tropical North Queensland |
10:40 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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A World Heritage centre, adventure cycle trail and a culinary tourism precinct are among projects considered a high priority for Tropical North Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Queensland’s Outback and Western Downs experience bumper winter season |
10:39 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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The Outback and Western Downs regions are having a bumper winter season with visitor information centres in region reporting domestic tourists are visiting in droves, Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Roma liquor accord teach high school students respect |
10:32 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Minister responsible for liquor regulation Peter Lawlor has today congratulated the Roma Liquor Industry Action Group (LIAG) on its continued commitment to reducing alcohol-fuelled violence by teaching school-aged children about responsible drinking behaviour.
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| Tourism Queensland bags top tourism award |
10:31 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Tourism Queensland has taken out Australia’s ‘Best National Tourist Office’ for the third year running at the 2010 Australia Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA), Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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| Licensing fees due soon |
10:31 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Minister responsible for liquor regulation Peter Lawlor is reminding the State’s liquor licensees to pay their annual fees on time.
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| Gold Coast holiday deals invite southerners to wave winter goodbye |
10:30 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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A new tourism campaign with major online accommodation provider Wotif.com is providing southerners with great deals to enjoy the Gold Coast in the last months of winter, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Overlanders Way to benefit from $75,000 tourism grant |
10:23 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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North-west Queensland’s Overlander’s Way will benefit from a $75,000 grant to develop a new marketing and branding strategy for the touring route, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| TOURISM TRAINING GOES GREEN |
10:22 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Tourism and hospitality trainers are being invited to develop their skills in sustainable tourism to prepare them to deliver training to workers across the industry.
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| Fair Trading scores $6.55 million for Queensland consumers |
10:22 AM, Aug 12 2010 |
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Fair Trading Minister Peter Lawlor today highlighted the millions of dollars consumers recovered last financial year with the Office of Fair Trading’s help.
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| You just can’t fake it |
11:18 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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A Brisbane man has been fined $1600 for selling a Gold Coast Titan’s jersey complete with fake autographs.
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| Only one day left to enter Sunshine Exchange competition |
11:17 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Only one day remains for a Brisbane family to have the chance to become Honorary Tourism Ambassadors to Shanghai as part of Tourism Queensland’s online “Sunshine Exchange” campaign, Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| New campaign entices visitors to have a whale of a time on the Fraser Coast |
11:17 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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A new $330,000 tourism marketing campaign focused on promoting whale watching on the Fraser Coast will roll out across South East Queensland from this weekend, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Tourism grant to develop new walking trail opportunities for south east Queensland |
11:16 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Gold Coast Tourism will lead a $136,700 grant project with 15 tourism groups in south east Queensland to better connect visitors with the region’s walking trail network, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Watch out for ‘bank fee’ scammers posing as Fair Trading officers |
11:16 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Queenslanders are being warned about scammers posing as a government or company representative saying they can get back money for overcharged bank fees.
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| Safety reminder about motor vehicle recovery straps |
11:15 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is reminding Queensland consumers about the potential dangers of ‘recovery’ or ‘snatch’ straps used to tow bogged cars.
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| Jetstar’s new Queenstown to Gold Coast service to hit the skies in time for summer |
11:15 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Jetstar’s announcement today that it will operate a bi-weekly service from Queenstown to the Gold Coast from 17 December this year is fantastic news for the Queensland tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| School adventurers wanted for tourism competition to visit Queensland’s Outback |
11:14 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Queensland teachers from state primary schools are invited to nominate teams of year six and seven students for an ‘Outback Adventure’ to visit the inspiring people, places and wide open spaces of Queensland’s Outback, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| New marketing guide for Queensland tourism operators unveiled at Tourism Futures conference |
11:13 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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A new Tourism Queensland online marketing guide will help Queensland tourism operators better promote their businesses to Australian and overseas visitors, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Future of Australian tourism put into focus this week in Brisbane |
11:13 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Inspiring leadership and developing strategies to steer the tourism industry through economic uncertainty will be the focus of a national tourism forum held in Brisbane this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Gold Coast “ready, willing and able” to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games |
11:12 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Tourism Minister and Member for Southport Peter Lawlor has today opened a community and business forum which highlights the Gold Coast’s bid to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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| Gold Coast welcomes record international crowds for 2010 marathon |
11:12 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Gold Coast tourism operators can expect record international crowds from New Zealand, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia for the 2010 Gold Coast Airport Marathon, Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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| Brisbane event organisers using new online liquor permit process |
11:11 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Almost 30 per cent of eligible Brisbane event organisers have applied online for one-off community liquor permits under a pilot scheme by the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation.
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| Trade measurement goes national |
11:11 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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After nearly 150 years of service to Queensland, Trade Measurement operations will become part of the National Measurement Institute.
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| Tourism Ambassador Anjaan treats Indian travel agents to “Best Famil in the World” |
11:10 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Indian Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Best Job in the World candidate, Anjaan, is in Queensland this week to show a group of Indian travel agents Queensland’s holiday hotspots as part of Tourism Queensland’s Best Famil in the World, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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| Gold Coast residents reminded - know your consumer rights |
11:10 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading is urging Gold Coast residents to be wary of traders who approach them at home offering to do odd jobs.
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| Surfers Paradise Festival’s success celebrated with Great Aussie Barbecue |
11:09 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today celebrated the success of the inaugural nine-week-long Surfers Paradise Festival, alongside locals and tourists, with a “Great Aussie Barbecue”.
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| Minister hosts youth forum on alcohol-related violence |
11:09 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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From facebook to a face-to-face forum, young people have today voiced their opinions on the Parliamentary Inquiry into alcohol-related violence.
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| Snap to it and vote for Queensland in “There’s Nothing Like Australia” competition |
11:08 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Following today’s announcement of the finalist photos in Tourism Australia’s “There’s Nothing Like Australia” competition, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor is urging Queensland residents to get behind the final Queensland entry.
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| Queensland’s gambling initiatives on track |
11:08 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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According to the Productivity Commission, Queensland is heading in the right direction when it comes to gaming regulation.
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| Minister hosts youth forum on alcohol-related violence |
11:07 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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From facebook to a face-to-face forum, young people have today voiced their opinions on the Parliamentary Inquiry into alcohol-related violence.
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| Brisbane family set to win Sunshine Exchange to China |
11:06 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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PoPo the panda and KoKo the koala will become online heroes in Tourism Queensland’s new “Sunshine Exchange” campaign – an online game that will give a Brisbane family the opportunity to visit Expo “sister city” Shanghai as Honorary Tourism Ambassadors.
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| WELCOME TOURISM BOOST FOR QUEENSLAND AND THE TROPICAL NORTH |
11:06 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Bligh Government has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement to inject $30 million to market Australia to the Chinese travel market and hold a forum on the issue in Cairns.
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| Minister to discuss liquor issues with youth |
11:05 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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An overwhelming response from Queensland’s youth to a recent online survey has prompted a special youth forum to discuss alcohol-related violence.
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| First home buyer or investor? Visit expo for tips |
11:05 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Handy tips on avoiding common pitfalls when buying a home are on offer this weekend by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) at the 2010 Brisbane Home Buyer and Property Investor Show (19-20 June).
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| Product safety tips for mums and dads at baby expo |
11:04 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Product safety tips on anything from children’s toys and portable cots to strollers and blind cords will be on hand for parents at the Brisbane Pregnancy Babies and Children’s Expo this weekend (18-20 June).
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| Hong Kong superstar Karen Mok visits Whitsundays |
11:04 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Kylie Minogue of Asia, actress and singer-songwriter Karen Mok, has visited the Whitsundays this week, with the help of Tourism Queensland, Tourism Whitsundays and local operators, to film a photo album and music video for her next album, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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| Fair Trading blitz on Mt Isa, Ayr and Charters Towers traders |
11:03 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Townsville Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has conducted a blitz on Mt Isa, Ayr and Charters Towers traders as part of its ongoing compliance program to ensure businesses in the region are playing by the rules.
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| Melburnians flock to Queensland for their holiday |
11:03 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Melburnians are flocking to Queensland for their holidays and choosing to take a break in the Sunshine State, according to new figures released today.
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| Keep everyone safe and warm this winter |
11:02 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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A fiery safety demonstration in which children’s pyjamas went up in flames after resting on a heater served as a warning about potential hazards this winter.
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| Research first before buying a 3D TV for State of Origin 2 |
11:01 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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With 3D televisions now on shelves and in demand, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is advising Queenslanders to do a bit of homework before making a purchase.
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| New campaign shows Queensland’s Outback is blooming |
11:00 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Minister for Rural and Regional Queensland Tim Mulherin and Minister for Tourism Peter Lawlor have announced a new television commercial encouraging people to visit Queensland’s inland destinations while it looks its greenest will start on air today (June 13).
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| World Cup trading hours |
10:59 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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With the World Cup about to kick off around the world, the Queensland Government is reminding patrons of licensed venues’ opening hours.
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| Dodgy Brisbane painter ordered to pay $10,000 |
10:59 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Unlicensed painter Alberto Ross Martelli of Deagon on Brisbane’s northside was today ordered to pay more than $10,000 for falsely claiming he had a Building Services Authority (BSA) licence and failing to register his business name.
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| Scenic Rim operator Barney Creek Vineyard Cottages wins The Biggest Carbon Loser Challenge |
10:58 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Barney Creek Vineyard Cottages, based in the Scenic Rim region, has won The Biggest Carbon Loser Challenge, a Queensland Government-funded initiative encouraging Scenic Rim operators to reduce their long-term carbon footprint.
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| New search tool allows public to check a charity |
10:57 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Members of the public can now do a free online check of whether a charity is authorised to collect money in Queensland, thanks to a new search facility on the Office of Fair Trading's (OFT) website.
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| Don’t let sales season put you in the red |
10:56 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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Fair Trading Minister Peter Lawlor has urged consumers to be prepared while shopping at this season’s stocktake sales to avoid blowing the budget.
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| Dodgy trader alert: Fair Trading warns about tree lopper |
10:56 AM, Jul 22 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is warning Queenslanders about the suspected unlawful business practices of a tree lopper who has been door-knocking neighbourhoods for work.
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| Show your true State of Origin colours via Facebook |
3:06 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Just one day remains for entries in the Tourism Queensland Facebook competition to design a State of Origin jersey.
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| Spielberg invited to audition Queensland’s dinosaur stars for upcoming blockbuster |
3:05 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland’s famous Muttaburrasaurus and Kronosaurus queenslandicus could be the latest Aussies to make it big in Hollywood if Steven Spielberg’s upcoming dinosaur blockbuster is filmed in Australia, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Europe and China buoy Queensland’s international tourism visits |
3:04 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Growth in UK and European visitors, particularly the under 30s, is an indication that the ground-breaking Best Job in the World campaign is working, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Racing is a big winner in this year’s budget |
3:02 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Minister for Racing Peter Lawlor said more than $80 million over the next four years would be used to redevelop key facilities across the state, creating jobs in local communities.
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| A budget which builds tourism markets |
3:02 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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An increased emphasis on attracting international visitors from the “big five” international markets will be a key focus in 2010-11, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Tourism Queensland and Qantas Holidays uncover Queensland |
2:56 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Tourism Queensland and Qantas Holidays have teamed up for a $1.6 million marketing campaign aimed at uncovering Queensland’s best holiday deals.
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| 74 hours to book a holiday to the 74 Islands of the Whitsundays |
2:56 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Holidaymakers will have 74 hours from 9am Tuesday 8 June until 11am Friday 11 June to book a range of deals to Queensland’s Whitsundays, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Whitsunday Walk a hop, skip and a paddle |
2:55 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland’s first ‘great walk’ to cross three islands and involve paddles as well as hiking boots has today been officially opened.
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| Tourism Minister launches Queensland’s Season of Sailing |
2:55 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
Tourism Queensland’s inaugural Queensland’s Season of Sailing campaign has officially begun highlighting the state’s fantastic winter sailing events which stretch from Brisbane to North Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Gold Coast firm cops hefty fine for breaking consumer laws |
2:53 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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A Coomera company was fined $16,000 and its director $2,000 at the Southport Magistrates Court today as a result of an investigation by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).
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| Best of backpacking guide a first for Queensland |
2:52 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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A new backpacking guide launched on the Gold Coast today will soon be helping travellers explore and experience the best Queensland has to offer, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor has announced.
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| Warning on unlicensed Gold Coast travel agent |
2:52 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is warning people against booking a holiday through an unlicensed Gold Coast travel agent trading as Coomera Cruise and Travel.
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| New ‘Islands of the Great Barrier Reef’ campaigns target US |
2:52 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland’s Islands of the Great Barrier Reef will go head-to-head with other tropical destinations as one of the world’s top island holiday spots in two new campaigns targeting US travellers, Premier Anna Bligh announced today.
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| Parliament approves record racing funds |
2:51 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland Parliament yesterday approved a single racing control body to guide the industry to a sustainable and healthy financial future, Minister Responsible for Racing Peter Lawlor has said.
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| Government assists country race clubs to get off and racing |
2:51 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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The Bligh Government will provide almost a million dollars to assist country race clubs to upgrade facilities to proper health and safety standards, Minister Responsible for Racing Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| New Best Job in the World TV series stars Queensland’s island experiences |
2:50 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Millions of people throughout Europe, the UK, Asia, Latin America and Australia will be able to share the adventures of Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall’s thanks to a new six-part Nat Geo Adventure series.
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| Virgin first on board with beach safety message |
2:49 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor and Multicultural Affairs Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk today congratulated Virgin Airlines on being the first airline to include a new beach safety announcement on domestic flights in Australia.
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| Get snapping in the tourism ‘State of Origin’ battle |
2:49 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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As a warm up to the State of Origin, Queensland’s Tourism Minister is urging Queenslanders to get to the number one spot in the final days of “There’s Nothing Like Australia” photographic competition.
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| Top Malaysian travel agencies tour South East Queensland |
2:48 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Eleven senior representatives from Malaysia’s leading travel agencies are touring South East Queensland this week in a bid to promote the region as an ideal destination for Malaysian travellers, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Wotif.com to woo Kiwis to the Land of the Long White Beach |
2:48 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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A new pilot tourism marketing campaign with major online accommodation provider Wotif.com will encourage Kiwis to leave the Land of the Long White Cloud for the Sunshine and Fraser Coasts’ Land of the Long White Beach, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Beach safety measures announced at Tourism Ministers’ Council |
2:47 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Beach safety was a key issue discussed at the Tourism Ministers’ Council (TMC) in Canberra today.
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| Ben Southall markets Queensland as Best Holiday in the World to the Middle East |
2:46 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador Ben Southall has arrived in the Middle East to promote Queensland as the Best Holiday in the World to more than 8000 potential holidaymakers at the Emirates Holidays World Travel Event.
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| Queensland gambling strategy leads the way |
2:46 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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An evaluation of the Queensland Responsible Gambling Strategy shows that it has been extremely effective in reducing gambling-related harm in Queensland.
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| Countdown is on for Queensland Holidays Ultimate Auctions - Gold Coast signature experiences up for grabs |
2:45 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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The Gold Coast is turning it on with two experiences up for grabs nationally as part of Queensland Holidays Ultimate Auctions Tourism Minister and Member for Southport Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| 10 year ban for real estate employee |
2:45 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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An investigation by the Office of Fair Trading has resulted in a Kangaroo Point-based resident letting agent and his company being banned from holding licences under the Property Agents and Motor Dealers Act 2000 for ten years after ripping off unit owners.
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| Money can’t buy Queensland experiences up for grabs |
2:44 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Cooking with MasterChef’s Matt Preston at the Audi Noosa Food & Wine Festival and staying in the sold-out Birdsville Hotel during the Birdsville Races, are just two of the ‘money can’t buy’ experiences up for grabs in Tourism Queensland’s, Queensland Holidays Ultimate Auctions, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Beach safety remains priority for Queensland Government in 2010 |
2:44 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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An important beach safety meeting on the Gold Coast today heard about the range of activities planned for this year to help protect beachgoers in the future.
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| Tourism Queensland aims to lure more Kiwis to the Tropical North |
2:43 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Tourism Queensland will join forces with Tourism Tropical North Queensland, Cairns and Auckland Airports to increase the state’s focus on New Zealand as a priority tourism market and encourage more Kiwis to cross the Ditch and visit the Tropical North.
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| Tourism Queensland board meets industry heavyweights in Port Douglas |
2:43 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor and Tourism Queensland’s Board travelled to Port Douglas today to meet with the Tropical North’s tourism heavyweights to discuss the major issues affecting the region’s $ 2.5 billion tourism industry.
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| Awards recognise work of clubs in Queensland |
2:42 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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The work of hundreds of clubs across Queensland will be recognised at the IGT and Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence to be held at the Gold Coast tonight (17 April).
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| Pokies moratorium continues |
2:42 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Minister responsible for gaming regulation, Peter Lawlor MP today announced a two year extension of the moratorium on hotel gaming machines.
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| National credit protection now a step closer |
2:41 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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The national regulation of consumer credit is a step closer with the passing of legislation in Queensland Parliament today.
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| South East Queensland Country connects the holidaymaker dots |
2:41 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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New research about South East Queensland’s Country’s as a tourist destination has identified what makes certain holidaymakers tick, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Gold Coast waves Queensland holiday flag in South East Asia |
2:40 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Nine Gold Coast tourism operators are taking part in a Queensland trade mission to South-east Asia aimed at growing visitors from the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Tropical Treats aim to get visitors to linger for longer |
2:39 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Melbournians, Sydneysiders and Brisbanites will be tempted with a range of ‘Tropical Treats’ to encourage them to holiday in Tropical North Queensland as part of a new $478,000 tourism marketing campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| New Tourist Access to Dinosaurs at Mr Morgan |
2:39 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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For the first time, visitors will be able to view previously unseen dinosaur prints millions of years old at the Mount Morgan mine near Rockhampton.
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| Best Job Ben extends Queensland’s holiday message to greater China |
2:38 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador Ben Southall will visit Hong Kong, China and Taiwan this week to profile Queensland and sell his Island Caretaker experiences to Queensland’s fastest growing international market, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| One month left to apply for roadside tourism infrastructure grants |
2:38 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Applicants wishing to cash in on the Bligh government’s $600,000 Minor Tourism Infrastructure grants to help boost the lucrative drive tourism market have until the end of the month to apply.
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| Mackay and Whitsundays tourism operators roll out the welcome mat for Easter |
2:37 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Mackay and Whitsundays tourism operators are up and running following Cyclone Ului and looking forward to rolling out the welcome mat for Easter guests, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Don't get April Fooled by scammers |
2:37 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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This April Fool's Day, Fair Trading is warning Queenslanders not to be fooled by scammers who send letters promising pots of gold at the end of the rainbow.
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| Easter trading for liquor and gaming licensees |
2:36 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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As Easter approaches, people who are planning to visit a licensed venue need to be aware of the special conditions for liquor service on Good Friday.
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| Renowned Hong Kong Iron Chef taste tests Queensland |
2:36 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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More than 1.5 million Chinese will be able to tune in for a taste of Queensland after popular Hong Kong travel show Admiral’s Feast visited the Sunshine State at the weekend, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Direct flights to Brisbane boost Malaysian visitor numbers |
2:35 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
Malaysia Airlines’ decision to provide two extra flights per week into Brisbane from Kuala Lumpur will help boost the number of Malaysian visitors to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Queensland tourism industry welcomes Tiger Airways arrivals |
2:35 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor has welcomed the arrival of three new Tiger Airways services into Queensland this weekend which will add an additional 5940 seats into the Sunshine State each week.
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| Fair Trading blitz ensures shoppers aren’t being ripped off |
2:32 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
Fair Trading continues to weigh in on whether Queensland products measure up, checking everything from corner store milk and supermarket deli ham to petrol from service stations around the state.
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| Hey Hey! Minister invites Aussies to holiday in Queensland |
2:33 PM, Jun 10 2010 |
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A new Tourism Queensland initiative designed to encourage Australians to take their unused leave and holiday in Queensland will go live on Sunday 28 March Minister for Tourism Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| It’s “business as usual” for most Queensland tourist destinations following Cyclone Ului |
10:28 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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The majority of Queensland’s tourism destinations were unaffected by Cyclone Ului and are operating “business as usual” Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Don’t let dodgy handymen cash in on cyclone rebuild |
10:27 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor is warning dodgy itinerant traders that they will be met with the full force of the law if they target vulnerable families as they clean-up and rebuild from Cyclone Ului.
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| Tully licensees unite against troublemakers |
10:27 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Minister responsible for liquor licensing Peter Lawlor has commended the Tully Liquor Accord for taking a tough stance on unacceptable patron behaviour following the life ban of an 18 year old Tully Heads man.
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| Best Job Ben flies the Queensland flag in UK, Ireland and Denmark |
10:26 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador Ben Southall will front a Queensland trade mission to the UK, Ireland and Denmark this week to wave the flag for the state’s tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Tourists urged to continue travel plans to Queensland’s Outback |
10:25 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Visitors looking at travelling to Queensland’s Outback are urged to continue with their travel plans and experience the region while it flourishes with new life, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| New services fly more Kiwis into Tropical North Queensland |
10:24 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Pacific Blue’s new international services from Auckland to Cairns will increase seats on the route by 79 percent into Tropical North Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Queensland to be the talk of New Zealand OZTalk |
10:24 AM, Mar 25 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador Ben Southall will be the face of a Queensland trade mission to New Zealand today to drum up business for the state’s tourism operators, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Food festival to serve up visitors to Sunshine Coast |
1:53 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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More than 20,000 food lovers from across Australia and New Zealand are expected to descend on the Sunshine Coast next month for the Audi Noosa Food and Wine Festival, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Queensland’s holiday market shines in new domestic visitor results |
1:52 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Aussies in need of a holiday continued to choose Queensland in 2009 with the state recording its highest share of domestic holiday visitors in more than two years, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Go easy on the pints this Saint Patrick’s Day |
1:51 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Some Australians may celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day with more than just a pint of Guinness but this year we’re all being asked to drink sensibly.
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| Car boot trader may target North Queenslanders |
1:51 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Itinerant car boot traders spotted peddling hi-fi equipment in the Northern Territory may try to cross the border and target North Queensland next, warned the Office of Fair Trading today.
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| New Gold Coast gym gets off on the wrong foot with some members |
1:50 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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A new gym in Upper Coomera, Oxygym Lifestyle Centre, has got off to a bad start in the fitness business, with its owner being ordered to pay $4,900 in court last week.
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| Tragic deaths highlight blind cord danger |
1:49 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Parents need to remain vigilant about the dangers of blind cords, according to Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor.
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| Best Job Ben launches ‘Oi!’ an online induction program for Queensland’s Outback |
1:48 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Island Caretaker Ben Southall is in Blackall today to take local operators on a virtual tour ‘beyond the Black Stump’ through ‘Oi!’, a new online multimedia program.
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| New tourism campaign to tempt Aussies to the Tropical North |
1:48 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Aussie funseekers will be lured to Queensland’s Tropical North as part of a new $245,000 domestic tourism campaign Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| $3 million in grants up for grabs for tourism projects |
1:19 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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$3 million in contestable grant funding is up for grabs for a range of tourism projects across the state Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Safe Sleeping for Infants |
1:18 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Fair Trading Minister Peter Lawlor has urged all new parents to be aware of safe sleeping advice when deciding on their baby’s sleeping arrangements.
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| Chinese visitors buoy Queensland’s international tourism market |
1:18 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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China has emerged as the shining light in what was a challenging 2009 for Queensland’s international tourism industry, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Warning on charity scammers and dodgy handymen taking advantage of flood victims |
1:17 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Fair Trading minister Peter Lawlor has warned Queenslanders not to be duped into scams or dodgy work following the devastating flooding in south-west Queensland.
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| Queensland tourism operators take Queensland on Tour to China |
1:16 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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A group of 25 tourism operators will take a slice of Queensland sunshine to China this week in a bid to promote Queensland to some of the state’s most significant international markets.
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| Matchmaker kisses goodbye to $20K |
1:15 PM, Mar 18 2010 |
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A Tweed Heads introduction agency can kiss goodbye to $20,000 after being fined for offering dodgy matchmaking services to a local love seeker.
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| Glass Reforms Update |
10:14 AM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Liquor Licensing minister Peter Lawlor said today the next stage of the Bligh Government’s campaign to curb glassings was underway.
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| Queensland’s eco-appeal showcased to China |
10:13 AM, Mar 18 2010 |
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More than 11 million Chinese per day will be able to read about South East Queensland’s ecotourism attractions when a journalist from China’s most popular online travel website visits this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Inbound tour operators explore Gold Coast |
10:12 AM, Mar 18 2010 |
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Thirty-six inbound tour operators who work in some of Queensland’s key international markets are sampling the tourism delights of the Gold Coast this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| New recycling system good news for Queensland |
2:06 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor has praised Gold Coast’s Wet’n’Wild theme park for introducing new recycling systems on site.
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| Minister’s visit reminds tourism industry - outlook’s bright |
2:04 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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Aviation will be a key to a recovery in Tropical North Queensland's tourism industry in 2010, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| You've got mail...and a scam |
2:04 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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High-tech fraudsters are disguising themselves online and targeting inboxes with a new wave of 'e-scams', say Fair Trading Minister Peter Lawlor and Police Minister Neil Roberts.
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| Fraud Week warning on scams |
2:03 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor and Police Minister Neils Roberts have urged Queenslands to take care when disclosing their personal and financial details for the launch of National Consumer Fraud Week which starts today.
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| Queensland takes out six national tourism gongs |
1:52 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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Queensland tourism operators have taken out six of the most coveted categories at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said.
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| Partnership to bring better outcomes for Indigenous consumers |
1:49 PM, Mar 03 2010 |
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Fair Trading has joined forces with a Cairns indigenous consumer group to give remote far north communities a dedicated person to turn to on consumer issues.
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| International tourism heavyweights converge on Gold Coast |
11:43 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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International travel to Queensland is looking up for 2010 according to Tourism Queensland’s international regional directors, who were on the Gold Coast today to speak with the local tourism industry.
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| International tourism heavyweights converge in Cairns |
11:42 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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International travel to Queensland is looking up for 2010 according to Tourism Queensland’s international regional directors, who were in Cairns today to speak with the local tourism industry.
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| Dodgy bitumen layer alert for Central Queensland |
11:42 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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Central Queenslanders are warned to be wary of dodgy handymen following reports that travelling tradies might be knocking on doors of businesses offering to lay bitumen driveways.
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| Rental firm cancels 800 contracts, refunds $10k thanks to Fair Trading |
11:41 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
The Office of Fair Trading has acted quickly to stop Victorian-registered company Fair Dinkum Rentals Pty Ltd from entering into unfair contracts for rented household goods with hundreds of Far North Queensland residents.
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| Bligh Government to make body corporate fees fairer |
11:40 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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The State Government will this year change the way body corporate fees are decided for Queensland's more than 350,000 unit owners.
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| Fair Trading investigates as hundreds in the Far North sign up for hire service |
11:39 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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Fair Trading is investigating a travelling trader renting out household goods after reports that hundreds of people across Far North Queensland have locked themselves into costly contracts that might be difficult to meet.
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| Best Job Ben journeys to Japan for a Queensland promotional tour |
11:38 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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Queensland Tourism Ambassador and former Best Job in the World Island Caretaker Ben Southall has touched down in Japan today to promote Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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| New laws to protect problem gamblers |
11:37 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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Problem gamblers in Queensland will receive better support in trying to kick the habit following changes to gaming laws.
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| New campaign offers Queensland getaways - with giveaways! |
11:36 AM, Feb 24 2010 |
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Free nights and other giveaways will be on offer as part of a new $1.3 million tourism marketing campaign to tempt southerners to Queensland, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Searching for a soulmate? Read the fine print |
10:27 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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With Valentine's Day nearly upon us, Fair Trading is reminding those looking for love to be careful when using matchmaking services.
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| Queensland tempts Kiwis across the ditch for the Best Holiday in the World |
10:27 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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A $400,000 international tourism marketing campaign encouraging Kiwis’ to cross “The Ditch” to find their Best Holiday in the World in Queensland kicks off this week, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced.
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| Fair Trading continues to flush out dodgy security guards |
10:25 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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Crooked security guards continue to be turned away from or kicked out of Queensland's security industry thanks to the Office of Fair Trading's (OFT) strict measures to protect the public from rogue operators.
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| Real estate worker given ten year ban |
10:24 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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A Surfers Paradise-based resident letting agent has been banned from holding a licence for ten years after being found guilty in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal last month (20 January 2010) of acting as an agent without a licence.
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| Queensland works to stay on Japan’s radar |
10:22 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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Queensland continues to work closely with the Japanese government to ensure the state is not forgotten during the ongoing restructure of national carrier Japan Airlines.
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| Pay $25k or go to jail - judge upholds scammer's sentence |
10:18 AM, Feb 11 2010 |
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North Queensland con man Roger Temple Bell's appeal against a $25,000 fine for ripping off jobseekers was today struck out in the Cairns District Court.
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| Queensland tourism ambassadors tasked with taking Korean media on tropical adventure |
12:24 PM, Feb 04 2010 |
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Best Job in the World Queensland tourism ambassadors Ben Southall and Juweon Kim are set to take Korean media for a ride in Queensland’s adventure playground this week as part of a plan to lure more visitors to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| New Year sale sells Sunshine Coast holidays to south-east Queensland |
12:24 PM, Feb 04 2010 |
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South-east Queenslanders will have the chance to save up to 60 percent on a Sunshine Coast new year break with the launch of a new marketing campaign, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Toy-like cigarette lighters banned |
12:23 PM, Feb 04 2010 |
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Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor has ordered an interim ban on the sale of toy-like novelty cigarette lighters in Queensland.
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| Hold the phone - is your holiday what you think it is? |
12:22 PM, Feb 04 2010 |
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With the holiday season wrapping up, the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) is warning people about some of the potential pitfalls of booking their next getaway over the phone with telemarketers.
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| Sunshine Coast residents warned about door-to-door traders |
1:29 PM, Jan 21 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading is warning Sunshine Coast residents and businesses to be wary of door-to-door salesmen following reports of itinerant traders offering to lay bitumen driveways in the Nambour area.
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| It’s a case of glass half full as licensees switch to alternatives |
1:28 PM, Jan 21 2010 |
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Queensland licensees who have made the switch to regular glass alternatives have experienced a smooth transition, with patrons appearing not to notice the difference, Minister responsible for Liquor Licensing Peter Lawlor said today.
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| Mexican insect enlisted to combat spiky pest |
1:27 PM, Jan 21 2010 |
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Biosecurity Queensland scientists have recruited a Mexican cochineal insect to ‘chomp and destroy’ the spiky Class-1 declared weed Hudson Pear.
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| Business warned to beware of dodgy advertising services |
1:26 PM, Jan 21 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading is reminding businesses to be scrupulous when buying advertising and promotional products and services, after new reports of dodgy activity.
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| Fair Trading and Liquor Licensing Inspectors to have a Big Day Out |
9:33 AM, Jan 19 2010 |
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Its Big Day Out time again and the Office of Fair Trading and the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation will be in full force at the festival this weekend.
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| Gold Coast receives $71,800 tourism grant |
9:43 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Gold Coast Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $71,800 to conduct a scoping study for a new dive attraction and investigate opportunities for more walking trails, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Mackay receives $87,000 tourism grant |
9:42 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Mackay Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $87,000 for three projects aimed at enhancing the region’s tourism credentials, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Capricorn receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:41 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Capricorn Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a strategic business and events plan, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Sunshine Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:38 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Sunshine Coast Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 for tourism projects which will enhance the region’s tourism credentials and entice more visitors to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Southern Downs and Granite Belt receives $70,000 tourism grant |
9:37 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Southern Downs and Granite Belt Regional Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $70,000 to develop an interpretive trail celebrating the region’s heritage, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Tropical North Queensland receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:36 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
Tourism Tropical North Queensland will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to implement two projects to help raise awareness of the value of tourism to the region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Whitsundays receives $57,000 tourism grant |
9:35 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Tourism Whitsundays will receive a special funding grant of $57,000 to encourage more flights to the region and further develop the region as a regional events hub, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Brisbane Marketing receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:34 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Brisbane Marketing will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to prepare a feasibility study and action plan for the North Ipswich Railway Workshops precinct and implement a plan for developing new tourism product in the Greater Brisbane Region, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Bundaberg receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:33 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Bundaberg North Burnett Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a culinary tourism experience aimed at celebrating the region’s diverse food and wine experiences, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Fraser Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:21 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Fraser Coast South Burnett Tourism will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop an e-tourism project and plan for a marine biodiversity and indigenous cultural centre, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Gladstone receives $72,000 tourism grant |
9:20 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Gladstone Area Promotion and Development Ltd will receive a special funding grant of $72,000 to develop a feasibility study for Kroombit Tops National Park and implement a mentoring program for local tourism operators, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| New Queensland facility boosts Australian mango exports |
9:15 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Australia’s capacity to export mangoes to Japan and China has increased significantly thanks to a new Vapour Heat Treatment (VHT) facility at Giru in North Queensland.
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| New infrastructure boosts regional tourism |
9:13 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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The State Government has announced a new round of funding for tourism projects designed to attract more visitors to Queensland’s regions and improve economies.
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| Zonhoven Park upgrade to boost visitor numbers |
9:12 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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New funding to upgrade facilities at Zonhoven Park will encourage visitors to spend longer in the Gayndah region.
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| Funding boosts tourist facilities |
9:11 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today announced a total of $90,300 for two projects designed to improve the visitor experience in the region as part of the State Government’s $1.8 million Minor Tourism Infrastructure Grants Program.
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| Funding boosts regional tourist facilities |
9:10 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor today announced a total of $36,995 for three projects designed to improve the visitor experience in the region as part of the State Government’s $1.8 million Minor Tourism Infrastructure Grants Program.
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| Funding Boosts Central Qld's tourist facilities |
9:09 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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A funding boost to tourist facilities will help attract more visitors to Central Queensland.
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| Smiths Crossing upgrade a boon for visitors |
9:08 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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New funding to upgrade facilities at Smiths Crossing, Bundaberg will help boost visitor numbers to the region.
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| $7 million for six months tourism marketing under new Tourism Action Plan |
9:06 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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The State Government has launched a $7 million, six month tourism stimulus package for Queensland as part of a new Tourism Action Plan through to 2012.
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| Think before you jump into a gym membership this new year |
9:03 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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If you are thinking about joining a gym as your new year’s resolution, take the time to do some research, Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor has warned.
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| Gatton hotel prosecuted for liquor act breaches |
9:02 AM, Jan 14 2010 |
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A Gatton hotel and its manager has been successfully prosecuted in the Gatton Magistrates Court (05/01/10) by the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation.
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| Workers to take steps to a healthier lifestyle |
2:34 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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Queensland Government employees in the Brisbane CBD will be able to help themselves to a healthier lifestyle by taking the stairs instead of using lifts in 2010.
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| Bending the rules on waste bananas |
2:34 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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Millions of Queensland bananas that are too straight, too small or discoloured are becoming fertiliser every year because they don’t meet retail standards.
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| Busy year for Fair Trading in 2009 |
2:33 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has had another successful year protecting consumer rights and ensuring businesses do the right thing.
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| Welcome rain brings in the New Year |
2:32 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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Widespread, useful rainfall around much of Queensland has lifted the spirits of Queensland’s farmers, and predictions suggest there is more on the way.
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| Gold Coast makes a splash with new summer stays tourism campaign |
2:31 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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A new domestic tourism campaign valued at $520,000 is underway to encourage Aussies to start the New Year with a splash and holiday at home on the Gold Coast, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor announced today.
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| Thousands of Queenslanders report gripes to Fair Trading in 2009 |
2:29 PM, Jan 07 2010 |
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More than 15,000 Queenslanders lodged consumer complaints to the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) in 2009, with cars and computers, loans and lotteries, holiday accommodation and household goods among the list of top gripes.
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