Peter Lawlor - Labor for Southport PO Box 340
Chirn Park
Queensland 4215
Tel: 5532 5068
Fax: 5532 0394
email: southport@parliament.qld.gov.au
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New recycling system good news for Queensland
Queensland Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor has praised Gold Coast’s Wet’n’Wild theme park for introducing new recycling systems on site. Read More
Minister’s visit reminds tourism industry - outlook’s bright
Aviation will be a key to a recovery in Tropical North Queensland's tourism industry in 2010, Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said today. Read More
You've got mail...and a scam

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
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. Read More
Queensland takes out six national tourism gongs
Queensland tourism operators have taken out six of the most coveted categories at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor said. Read More
Partnership to bring better outcomes for Indigenous consumers
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. Read More
International tourism heavyweights converge on Gold Coast
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. Read More
International tourism heavyweights converge in Cairns
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. Read More
Dodgy bitumen layer alert for Central Queensland
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. Read More
Rental firm cancels 800 contracts, refunds $10k thanks to Fair Trading
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
The State Government will this year change the way body corporate fees are decided for Queensland's more than 350,000 unit owners. Read More
Fair Trading investigates as hundreds in the Far North sign up for hire service
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. Read More
Best Job Ben journeys to Japan for a Queensland promotional tour
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. Read More
New laws to protect problem gamblers
Problem gamblers in Queensland will receive better support in trying to kick the habit following changes to gaming laws. Read More
New campaign offers Queensland getaways - with giveaways!
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. Read More
Searching for a soulmate? Read the fine print
With Valentine's Day nearly upon us, Fair Trading is reminding those looking for love to be careful when using matchmaking services. Read More
Queensland tempts Kiwis across the ditch for the Best Holiday in the World
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. Read More
Fair Trading continues to flush out dodgy security guards
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. Read More
Real estate worker given ten year ban
 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. Read More
Queensland works to stay on Japan’s radar
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. Read More
Pay $25k or go to jail - judge upholds scammer's sentence
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. Read More
Queensland tourism ambassadors tasked with taking Korean media on tropical adventure
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. Read More
New Year sale sells Sunshine Coast holidays to south-east Queensland
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. Read More
Toy-like cigarette lighters banned
Minister for Fair Trading Peter Lawlor has ordered an interim ban on the sale of toy-like novelty cigarette lighters in Queensland. Read More
Hold the phone - is your holiday what you think it is?
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. Read More
Sunshine Coast residents warned about door-to-door traders
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. Read More
It’s a case of glass half full as licensees switch to alternatives
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. Read More
Mexican insect enlisted to combat spiky pest
Biosecurity Queensland scientists have recruited a Mexican cochineal insect to ‘chomp and destroy’ the spiky Class-1 declared weed Hudson Pear. Read More
Business warned to beware of dodgy advertising services
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. Read More
Fair Trading and Liquor Licensing Inspectors to have a Big Day Out
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. Read More
Gold Coast receives $71,800 tourism grant
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. Read More
Mackay receives $87,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Capricorn receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Sunshine Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Southern Downs and Granite Belt receives $70,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Tropical North Queensland receives $72,000 tourism grant
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
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. Read More
Brisbane Marketing receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Bundaberg receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Fraser Coast receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
Gladstone receives $72,000 tourism grant
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. Read More
New Queensland facility boosts Australian mango exports
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. Read More
New infrastructure boosts regional tourism
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. Read More
Zonhoven Park upgrade to boost visitor numbers
New funding to upgrade facilities at Zonhoven Park will encourage visitors to spend longer in the Gayndah region. Read More
Funding boosts tourist facilities
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. Read More
Funding boosts regional tourist facilities
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. Read More
Funding Boosts Central Qld's tourist facilities
A funding boost to tourist facilities will help attract more visitors to Central Queensland. Read More
Smiths Crossing upgrade a boon for visitors
New funding to upgrade facilities at Smiths Crossing, Bundaberg will help boost visitor numbers to the region. Read More
$7 million for six months tourism marketing under new Tourism Action Plan
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. Read More
Think before you jump into a gym membership this new year
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. Read More
Gatton hotel prosecuted for liquor act breaches
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. Read More
Workers to take steps to a healthier lifestyle
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. Read More
Bending the rules on waste bananas
Millions of Queensland bananas that are too straight, too small or discoloured are becoming fertiliser every year because they don’t meet retail standards. Read More
Busy year for Fair Trading in 2009
The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has had another successful year protecting consumer rights and ensuring businesses do the right thing. Read More
Welcome rain brings in the New Year
Widespread, useful rainfall around much of Queensland has lifted the spirits of Queensland’s farmers, and predictions suggest there is more on the way. Read More
Gold Coast makes a splash with new summer stays tourism campaign
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. Read More
Thousands of Queenslanders report gripes to Fair Trading in 2009
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. Read More
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