Queensland will once again be the centre of the rugby league universe next month as Brisbane welcomes the 2023 NRL Magic Round to Suncorp Stadium from 5-7 May.
Minister for Tourism and Sport Stirling Hinchliffe joined Australian Rugby League Commissioner Kate Jones and Brisbane Deputy Mayor Krista Adams today to remind rugby league supporters that there are now only 31 days until the NRL’s Magic Round kicksoff in Brisbane.
The event will welcome 16 teams, including four from Queensland, for eight games across three days as Brisbane plays host to the entire Round 10 of the NRL Premiership.
This year’s festivities will also get under way a day early with a special fan precinct opening on Thursday 4 May.
Last year’s Magic Round attracted more than 30,000 visitors to the region, proving huge economic stimulus for local hotels, restaurants and bars.
It’s expected this year’s event will inject $28 million in direct and indirect spending into the local economy that will support good Queensland jobs.
Tourism and Sports Minister Stirling Hinchliffe said:
“With the Dolphins making their NRL Magic Round debut and four Queensland teams on the paddock for the first time, this could be the biggest edition yet.
“The city will be buzzing, and I can’t wait to see the fans from all the different teams proudly parading their colours down Caxton Street and enjoying our great lifestyle.
“Suncorp Stadium is the best rectangular stadium in the world and to have eight NRL games played there over three days is simply magic!”
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A limited number of three-day passes are still available, from $129 for adults and $289 for families.
Single day passes for Friday, Saturday and Sunday start at $50 for adults and $139 for families from nrl.com/tickets.
Police are pleading with motorists to drive safely this Easter long weekend after charging more than 340 people with drink and drug driving offences so far these school holidays.
Operation Victor Easter has been underway since Saturday April 1, with three people killed on Queensland roads in just five days.
Any death is a tragedy for the family and friends involved, as well as the first responders. Already this year, 62 lives have been lost on Queensland roads, 23 of those were motorbike riders.
“Three people have lost their lives on Queensland roads these school holidays. That is three families who are now making funeral arrangements rather than enjoying their time off. This number is simply too high,” Mark Ryan said.
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to those families as well as those who have already lost a loved one on Queensland roads this year.
“Police have been out in force on our roads doing their part to bring this number down,
but motorists have a vital role to play.
“Don’t drive affected by alcohol or drugs, don’t speed, don’t drive while tired or distracted and wear your seatbelt. These are really simple measures, but they are critical. “Police, as always, remain committed to bringing these numbers down, and are doubling down on this commitment ahead of the Easter long weekend.” Chris Stream said.
“Three lives lost is too high. 136 drug drivers is too high. 205 drink drivers is too high.”
Three Queenslanders have lost their lives on our roads these school holidays
Police have conducted 14,676 RBTs, with 341 people detected drink or drug driving Police continue to do everything to keep Queenslanders safe on our roads but are pleading with motorists to do their part
The Palaszczuk Government’s investment in school infrastructure continues power ahead, with today’s announcement of the successful contractor to build Following the successful opening of eight new state schools at the start of this
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“The four new schools are an investment of close to $320 million in education infrastructure, building on the hundreds of millions we invested to open eight new schools in 2020,” she said.
The community of St Mary’s Primary School has a rich and proud history in the township of Beaudesert and the Scenic Rim. The dedicated staff, students and families arrive each day to inspire future generations to lead hope-filled lives of influence living the school’s values of excellence, integrity, justice and hope. With the recent welcome of McAuley College and St Mary’s Catholic Early Education Care, families have the opportunity connect to a high quality, faith and values based education, from kindy through to senior schooling. The school’s early years curriculum includes an inquiry based mathematics program where learners enhance their skills and understanding through a range collaborative and engaging movement activities. Through the wonderful support of families, St Mary’s is a well-resourced school that is fully air-conditioned with modern technology across the learning environment.
A new 24-hour COVID testing clinic has been established in Eight Mile Plains on Brisbane’s southside.
The clinic is being run by Queensland Ambulance Service and is located at Eight Mile Plains Community Health Centre, 51 McKechnie Drive.
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In just 100 days the largest women’s sporting event in the world will land in Brisbanea global showcase event featuring the game’s greatest female footballers.
To celebrate the milestone, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk joined fans to announce extra tickets to all eight Queensland matches, including the Matildas game on 27 July.
Queenslanders are encouraged to join in the fun at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Unity Pitch, which has just landed in King George Square.
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The Unity Pitch will be open to the public until Sunday, 16 April and will host come-and-try programs, football clinics, exhibition matches, and open-to-the-public participation sessions.
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Queensland is proud to become the Base Camp for the Australia, Brazil, Republic of Ireland and Nigeria teams throughout the competition.
The Palaszczuk Government has invested $2.6 million to upgrade venues that will be used as FIFA Women’s World Cup training sites and base camps, including:
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“Getting tested saves lives, which is why we’re encouraging anyone with symptoms to come forward for testing,” she said.
“As the list of exposure sites grows in Southeast Queensland, it’s important that anyone with even the mildest symptoms gets tested.
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“Around-the-clock testing is going to be crucial for essential workers and shift workers with irregular hours in the fight against this latest outbreak.
“Queensland Ambulance Service is experienced at running COVID-testing clinics and this latest hub in one of our latest weapons to fight the deadly Delta strain.” The Eight Mile Plains COVID-testing clinic will be open until 10pm tonight and will be open 24 hours from Tuesday 3 August.
Queensland Health is currently operating 128 COVID testing clinics throughout the State, including 54 drive-through clinics.
COVID tests are also available at a network of Commonwealth clinics, private pathologists and community pharmacies.
To find a COVID testing location near you, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/health/ conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19/stay-informed/testing-and-feverclinics
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