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American software company sets up regional HQ in Brisbane

Tuesday, 7 December 2010

SolarWinds, a US-based IT management software provider, is establishing its Asia Pacific regional headquarters in Brisbane, estimated to create 25 new local jobs.

Queensland investment brings better cancer treatments

Tuesday, 7 December 2010

A leading international healthcare company's decision to open a new facility in Brisbane will deliver enormous benefits to Queensland cancer patients.

Multi-million dollar deals for Latin America effort

Wednesday, 24 November 2010

Two Queensland companies have secured multi-million dollar business deals in Latin America, following Queensland Government-led trade missions.

First mangoes exported to Korea

Friday, 12 November 2010

Australian mangoes are now being exported direct to South Korea under new quarantine protocols that have opened up the market.

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair Artistic Director announced for 2011

Thursday, 11 November 2010

Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh today announced leading Indigenous artist and curator Avril Quaill will take the reins as Artistic Director of Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) in 2011.

Queensland rewards excellence in international education and training

Thursday, 11 November 2010

Students and researchers from Kenya, India and rural Vietnam are among those celebrated last night at the 2010 Queensland Education and Training International (QETI) Awards for Excellence.

Queensland software pioneer embraces Asia

Thursday, 4 November 2010

Minister for Trade Stephen Robertson has helped launch a new Hong Kong venture by a Queensland software developer that is pioneering new technology in construction costing.

Queensland's Hong Kong connections celebrated

Wednesday, 3 November 2010

The Bligh Government continues to generate opportunities for the State's exporters with the opening of a new Trade and Investment Queensland office in Hong Kong today.

Exporters gain dedicated market specialist in Vietnam

Tuesday, 2 November 2010

Queensland companies now have access to a dedicated in-market specialist to help them grow export opportunities in Vietnam, Minister for Trade Stephen Robertson announced today.

Queensland's credentials promoted in Vietnam

Monday, 1 November 2010

Minister for Trade Stephen Robertson is championing opportunities to do business with Queensland as he leads a trade mission to Vietnam that also includes visits to Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

New 'green' partnership with China Geoscience agency

Friday, 29 October 2010

The Bligh Government has forged a new partnership with the key agency overseeing China's geological and mineral exploration and geoscientific research.

Expo showcases booming trade opportunities

Thursday, 28 October 2010

Surging export opportunities across Asia have been highlighted through Queensland's successful involvement in the Shanghai World Expo, Minister for Trade, Stephen Robertson said today.

Queensland manufacturers recognised for global success

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Dynamic and innovative Queensland manufacturing companies have been recognised at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Central QLD Sandstone suits superior Sino-structures

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Rockhampton's own Capricorn Sandstone Quarries has been recognised at the Premier of Queensland's Export Awards, winning the Tom Burns Award for its efforts and success in exporting to China.

Premier's Special Award for India partnerships builder

Thursday, 21 October 2010

One of the State's most senior academics has been recognised for his major contribution and leadership in strengthening Queensland's relations with India, receiving the Premier's Special Award at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Regions rock Queensland exports

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Queensland regional businesses were strongly represented in the winners' circle at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards, with the gala presentation held on 21 October in Brisbane.

Exporter of the Year takes Queensland's agribusiness to the world

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Premier Anna Bligh has tonight announced Ipswich company Swift Australia as the winner of the 2010 Queensland Exporter of the Year Award at a gala presentation for the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Queensland's leading exporters recognised

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Winners and finalists in the 21st annual Premier of Queensland's Export Awards celebrated tonight in Brisbane, recognising the contribution that exporters make to the State's economy.

Leading Queensland education provider recognised for taking classrooms to the world

Thursday, 21 October 2010

For the second year running, Griffith University tonight was announced the winner of the Education and Training category at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Queensland's creative and design businesses are world leaders

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Two innovative and creative Brisbane-based companies have received the State's highest recognition for global success at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Leading Queensland ICT providers recognised for international success

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Leading information, communication and technology companies Yeahpoint and Fern Software last night received the State's highest recognition at the 21st Premier of Queensland's Export Awards.

Smart services - Brisbane businesses rewarded for exporting success

Thursday, 21 October 2010

Queensland is gaining recognition as a global business hub for smart services, with innovative companies contributing to improved productivity and greater efficiency across a wide variety of business sectors worldwide.

Fernberg Lecture highlights Queensland's global resources

Wednesday, 20 October 2010

Resources from both below and above the ground will drive the State's economic growth and development, Natural Resources, Mines and Energy and Trade Minister Stephen Robertson said in delivering the annual Fernberg Lecture at Government House last night.

Global links deliver record exports

Tuesday, 19 October 2010

Queensland Export Week '10 is highlighting how global business and international investment are boosting the State's economic future.

2nd Fernberg Lecture - The Hon Stephen Robertson MP

Tuesday, 19 October 2010

Download text of the Fernberg Lecture, presented by The Hon. Stephen Robertson, MP at Government House on Tuesday the 19th of October, 2010.

Queensland Export Week kicks off for 2010

Monday, 18 October 2010

The State's booming international business links will be highlighted this week during Queensland Export Week '10.

Chinese shoppers get a taste of Queensland

Saturday, 16 October 2010

GUANGZHOU, CHINA: Shoppers at one of China's largest malls will today get a taste of Queensland's top holiday destinations as part of a Tourism Queensland promotion to support the first direct flights between Guangzhou and Brisbane in more than a decade.

Minister examines UK gambling and alcohol initiatives

Friday, 15 October 2010

HONG KONG: Tourism and Fair trading Minister Peter Lawlor yesterday flew out of London; where he not only launched the new Tourism Queensland brand internationally, but also held meetings with government and industry players involved in the liquor industry.

Premier congratulates outstanding Cairns exporters

Friday, 15 October 2010

Two Cairns companies have been recognised by the Queensland Government for their success in overseas markets over the past year.

Queensland welcomes major Japanese business delegation

Tuesday, 12 October 2010

A major business delegation has attended the 48th Australia-Japan Joint Business Conference in Brisbane this week.

Minister congratulates outstanding Townsville exporter

Tuesday, 12 October 2010

The Queensland Government has recognised a Townsville Region business and an individual contributor for their contribution to the region's exporting success over the past year.

It's all in our Aussie genes

Wednesday, 6 October 2010

Longevity, hardiness and adaptability are the superior traits of Australia's tropical livestock breeds that Queensland is set to sell to overseas buyers in a new marketing initiative.

Export Week takes Queensland companies global

Tuesday, 5 October 2010

Queensland's business community will have the opportunity to experience some of the most up-to-date information on international trade opportunities during Export Week '10 from 18-22 October.

Queensland Government funds biotech research links with India

Monday, 4 October 2010

NEW DELHI: Queensland scientists are expected to make important leaps forward in their understanding and treatment of human and plant diseases thanks to more than $700,000 in State Government funding for joint biotechnology research projects with India.

Premier makes official bid for 2018 Commonwealth Games

Saturday, 2 October 2010

NEW DELHI: Premier Anna Bligh has today taken the Gold Coast's bid to stage the 2018 Commonwealth Games to members of the International Games Committee in Delhi, highlighting the city's natural fit as host venue.

New scholarships give Indian students a chance to study in Queensland

Saturday, 2 October 2010

NEW DELHI: A new Queensland Government scholarship program will give financially disadvantaged Indian students a chance to expand their horizons by undertaking a semester of study in Queensland.

BIGSOUND Summit brings music leaders to Brisbane

Wednesday, 8 September 2010

More than 60 bands from around Australia will perform for the leading lights in the contemporary music industry for a three day music summit that opens in Brisbane today.

Cairns AgInvest Forum focuses on bio-based future

Tuesday, 7 September 2010

CLEANER, greener, bio-based industries are fast emerging as one of the key investment pillars for agriculture in the future.

Cairns business identity appointed to lead trade push into PNG

Wednesday, 1 September 2010

Jeremy Blockey has been appointed as the Queensland Government's new Special Trade Representative to Papua New Guinea (PNG).

Queensland welcomes Singapore business partnership

Thursday, 26 August 2010

Queensland's strong potential as a global source of fresh and gourmet food products has attracted the board of a major Singaporean business conglomerate to meet in Brisbane today.

Cairns: Open for business

Tuesday, 24 August 2010

Treasurer and Minister for Employment and Economic Development Andrew Fraser today launched the Cairns Prospectus in a bid to encourage national and international companies to invest in the region.

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair a dazzling success

Monday, 23 August 2010

Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh today announced the second Cairns Indigenous Art Fair a dazzling success attracting more than 10,500 visitors and selling more than $700,000 in artwork.

Qld Govt gets foot-in-the-door of growing Latin American and Vietnamese markets

Tuesday, 17 August 2010

Queensland companies will soon have access to local business specialists in Latin America and Vietnam.

RedFlow powers ahead with new high-tech jobs

Tuesday, 10 August 2010

A Brisbane green tech company that graduated from the State Government's i.lab business incubator just two years ago, has developed a world-class breakthrough energy storage system that's winning international contracts and doubling its workforce.

Bligh Government delivering trade and investment for Queensland industry in 09-10

Thursday, 5 August 2010

Trade and Investment Queensland has achieved record results in the 2009-10 financial year.

Mango passion spreads globally as exports rise

Monday, 5 July 2010

Markets worldwide are joining Queensland in its passion for the state's iconic mango as this season's exports jumped by an amazing 25 percent.

The sky's the limit for Singapore Flying College's new aircraft and flight simulators

Tuesday, 29 June 2010

Tourism Minister Peter Lawlor has welcomed Singapore Airlines' latest investment in Queensland of new training aircraft and flight simulators at Sunshine Coast Airport.

One-stop shop for students learning English

Tuesday, 29 June 2010

Education and Training Minister Geoff Wilson has congratulated the Gold Coast Institute of TAFE on the opening of its new English Language Centre.

Queensland's clean, safe food systems served up in Korea

Monday, 28 June 2010

Gyeonggi, South Korea: Selling Queensland's expertise in producing safe, clean products was the main focus in South Korea today as Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Rural and Regional Queensland Tim Mulherin met with the key South Korean government agency responsible for food safety.

No time for horseplay in Korea

Sunday, 27 June 2010

Minister for Primary Industries, Fisheries and Rural and Regional Queensland Tim Mulherin will today meet with representatives from the South Korean racing industry to discuss continued investment from Queensland's largest single buyer of thoroughbred stock.

Korean consumers get a taste for Queensland cuisine

Saturday, 26 June 2010

Queensland's reputation for diverse, quality food is helping boost food and wine exports to South Korea.

Sunshine Exchange: Shanghai and Brisbane families to exchange cultures

Friday, 25 June 2010

SHANGHAI: Tourism Queensland's latest campaign to attract Chinese visitors to Brisbane was launched to key media and travel agents at the Shanghai World Expo today as part of Queensland Week celebrations.

Contract heralds future success for Populous in China

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

The company that designed Suncorp Stadium and Skilled Park in Queensland has secured its next contract to design a major sporting facility in China.

Brisbane family set to win Sunshine Exchange to China

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

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.

Minister and Queensland Chef share recipe for success with Shanghai

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

Take Queensland's fresh and diverse produce; add a world-class chef; mix well with Chinese business and government leaders; season to taste and serve in an international city.

Tourism Queensland launches Gold Coast Marathon promotion in Shanghai

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

SHANGHAI: The top four Shanghai runners in the city's 2010 Marathon will be invited to participate in the 2011 Gold Coast Marathon as part of a Tourism Queensland-led promotion to encourage more Chinese runners in the event.

Queensland / China education partnerships and achievements recognised during Queensland Week at World Expo

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

The depth and diversity of Queensland's successful education and training partnerships with China were under the spotlight today at a special award presentation during Queensland Week at Shanghai World Expo 2010.

TES first in line for energy conservation services in China

Tuesday, 22 June 2010

SHANGHAI: Queensland company, Total Energy Solutions (TES) continues to lead the way in providing solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reducing energy costs for Chinese government and public organisations.

Queensland remembers Expo 88 at Shanghai World Expo

Monday, 21 June 2010

SHANGHAI: Brisbane's transformation since hosting World Expo '88 has the potential to act as blueprint for Shanghai's future use of their Expo site development, Treasurer Andrew Fraser said.

World Expo Sister States renew strong agreement

Monday, 21 June 2010

SHANGHAI: The Sister State-City relationship between Queensland and Shanghai today celebrated its 21st anniversary with the signing of a new three-year partnership.

Queensland to shine at World Expo 2010

Sunday, 20 June 2010

Queensland will be on show to the world this week, with 'Queensland Week' underway at the Shanghai World Expo.

Treasurer announces new scientific collaborations with China

Sunday, 20 June 2010

SHANGHAI: New collaborations between Queensland and China could help unravel the causes of brain disorders like schizophrenia and combat Hendra Virus.

APSA and MPA partner in film fund for Asia-Pacific filmmakers

Saturday, 19 June 2010

Shanghai: Saturday June 19, 2010: The formation of a US $100,000 film fund exclusive to filmmakers in the Asia-Pacific region was announced this evening in Shanghai by the Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSA) and the Motion Picture Association (MPA).

Premier appoints new Trade Commissioner to the Americas

Wednesday, 16 June 2010

Premier Anna Bligh has announced the appointment of a new Trade Commissioner to the Americas and outlined a new push into Latin American for the position.

A plan to do the bright thing - Budget delivers for mining growth and a clean energy future

Tuesday, 8 June 2010

A $115 million solar package is a key feature of this year's budget which also includes initiatives to stimulate growth and jobs in Queensland's mining and energy sectors.

Shanghai World Expo to get a taste of Queensland

Thursday, 3 June 2010

Premier Anna Bligh today announced that the Treasurer Andrew Fraser will lead a Queensland Government delegation to the World Expo in Shanghai in June.

Peter Beattie retires as Trade Commissioner

Friday, 28 May 2010

Premier Anna Bligh has thanked Peter Beattie for his dedicated service as Queensland's Trade and Investment Commissioner for the Americas.

Queensland beef sizzles with Russian chefs

Friday, 21 May 2010

A visit to Queensland by chefs from some of Moscow's most exclusive restaurants has showcased the quality of Australia's beef to entice Russian restaurateurs and consumers.

Queensland prawns to hit the US market

Thursday, 13 May 2010

For years Paul Hogan has been encouraging Americans to 'throw another prawn on the barbie' and now it could be a Queensland prawn.

The green future of the sky - planes powered by algae

Tuesday, 4 May 2010

Chicago: The Bligh Government has secured a world-first green fuel initiative which could slash greenhouse gas emissions by fuelling planes with algae.

Bligh Government backs Queensland's top researchers

Tuesday, 4 May 2010

Chicago: Premier Anna Bligh has backed Queensland's leading researchers with $13 million in funding grants announced today at the world's biggest biotechnology convention, Bio 2010.

Queensland to make medicines of the future

Monday, 3 May 2010

Queensland has secured international drug manufacturer DSM Biologics to operate Australia's first major contract manufacturing facility for biologic drugs and therapeutics.

Queensland learns from Vancouver in Gold Coast Games bid

Monday, 3 May 2010

Vancouver: Queensland will learn first-hand the lessons of the Vancouver Winter Olympics to help shape the Commonwealth Games bid for the Gold Coast.

Premier signs historic deal for world's first "virtual Cabinet"

Sunday, 2 May 2010

Cooperation between Queensland and Canada will reach a new level after Premier Anna Bligh today signed an historic deal to hold a "virtual Cabinet" with the State Government of British Columbia.

Qld Government supports effort to unlock health mysteries

Sunday, 2 May 2010

Could the Great Barrier Reef hold the answer to a cure for cardiovascular and other diseases and help treat prostate cancer?

Minister promotes Queensland's trade and investment to Singapore

Saturday, 1 May 2010

Singapore: Trade Minister Stephen Robertson is highlighting Queensland's trade and investment credentials to Singapore's government and key investment organisations as part of a trade mission to Singapore.

B.C., Queensland strengthen ties, co-operation

Friday, 30 April 2010

VANCOUVER - British Columbia Premier Gordon Campbell and Queensland Premier Anna Bligh have signed a wide-ranging memorandum of co-operation that will further ties between the two jurisdictions in six key areas.

Queensland Premier announces first international partnership with Rick Hansen Institute

Friday, 30 April 2010

VANCOUVER, April 30 /CNW/ - Premier Anna Bligh announced today that her Queensland government is providing $1 million in funding for a groundbreaking partnership between the Rick Hansen Institute and Queensland spinal cord injury (SCI) researchers.

Premier talks growth management with the world's best

Friday, 30 April 2010

Premier Anna Bligh has kicked off the first leg of a trade mission to North America with a strong focus on growth management and gaining expertise from world leaders in urban planning and mass transit in Vancouver, Canada.

Treasurer leads first mission to Colombia; signs new agreement

Thursday, 29 April 2010

Bogota: Treasurer Andrew Fraser today led the first ministerial trade delegation to Colombia, signing a new agreement with one of the fastest-growing export markets in Latin America.

Queensland companies ready for Malaysia infrastructure and clean energy boom

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Kuala Lumpur: Queensland's infrastructure, transport and clean technologies companies are well positioned to partner and share expertise with Malaysian counterparts.

Queensland wins after investment in Latin America

Tuesday, 27 April 2010

Belo Horizonte: Queensland´s position as the most proactive State doing business in Latin America is reaping results with the signing of three major agreements today in government, business and education.

Ministers to ensure quality of international education

Tuesday, 27 April 2010

Education and Training Minister Geoff Wilson will tomorrow discuss with his interstate colleagues ways to guarantee international students have a positive experience in Australia.

Qld and NSW join forces to attract more South American visitors

Monday, 26 April 2010

Queensland will join forces with NSW to attract more Latin American tourists to Australia, building on strong growth in tourist numbers over the past year.

Queensland to extend trade representation to Brazil

Monday, 26 April 2010

Belo Horizonte: Queensland will be the first Australian State to establish trade representation in the emerging economic powerhouse of Brazil as part of the effort to boost export and investment links in Latin America.

QLD forges new trade links with star performer in Latin American economy

Sunday, 25 April 2010

Lima: Treasurer Andrew Fraser today signed a formal cooperation agreement with Peru to encourage more trade between Qld and the fastestgrowing country in Latin America - a first for an Australian state.

Queensland pitches in to help rebuilding effort in Chile

Friday, 23 April 2010

The Bligh Government's $500,000 donation to support the people of Chile as they recover from the devastating February earthquake will be used to rebuild a school.

New QLD trade representative in Chile

Friday, 23 April 2010

Santiago: Treasurer Andrew Fraser today announced Queensland's first dedicated on-the-ground trade representative in Latin America.

Qld's largest ever trade mission kicks off

Thursday, 22 April 2010

Queensland's largest ever trade mission kicks off today with more than 120 delegates joining the mission to Latin and North America.

Premier appoints Andrew Fraser to lead trade mission

Monday, 19 April 2010

Premier Anna Bligh has announced that the Treasurer Andrew Fraser will lead the upcoming trade mission to Latin America to ensure the Deputy Premier and Minister for Health Paul Lucas is able to remain focused on addressing the Queensland Health payroll issue.