Secure Communities Partnership Program

Program updates 9 February 2026: Expanded program eligibility including additional options for supporting evidence for demonstrated impact from crime The Secure Communities Partnership Program funds safety measures to deter crime against small and family businesses, creating safer and more vibrant business areas. By supporting the installation of vital safety and security infrastructure, the program helps protect […]

Supporting women to return to work as Women’s Career Grants

The $20 million Women’s Career Grants program Round 2 applications has opened following extraordinary interest and resounding success in Round 1.  Eligible women claimed one-off funding to assist with the costs of new workwear, registered childcare, training, recertification, transport to and from job interviews, tools and technology, or relocation expenses for new employment.    More than 1,000 Queensland women were […]

Queensland Youth Week

For all the Youth in Douglas Shire, Youth Week will run from Saturday 11 April to Sunday 19 April. It’s a statewide celebration of the achievements and contributions of young Queenslanders aged 12 to 25. The Crisafulli Government is empowering young people to lead events, showcase their talents and share their stories by applying for […]

Queensland Youth Week Digital Art Competition

Opens on 30 January. Also, for all the creative youths out there – The Queensland Youth Week Digital Art Competition opens on 30 January……. that’s next Friday. There’s $1,750 in prize money for young digital artists, and the winning artwork will be used to promote Queensland Youth Week 2027. Youth Week is all about celebrating […]