State & Territory Governments

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF) in Queensland works to achieve a productive and profitable agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector by promoting sustainability and innovation. We provide leadership for the sector which adds value to the economy and community.

At DAF, we manage community resources, applying science to improve production and products, leading the fight on animal and plant pests and diseases, and working constructively with stakeholders for mutual benefit. DAF’s work makes a significant contribution to the Queensland Government’s objectives for the community through our strategies and service delivery initiatives. The department operates in more than 90 locations across the state. Around 68% of our staff live and work in locations outside Brisbane’s central business district, contributing to Queensland’s vibrant regional communities.

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries in Queensland, our business areas

We are structured to deliver our objectives through 4 service areas:

• Agriculture
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Biosecurity Queensland
• Corporate.

Department of Agriculture

Agriculture works with industry associations and all levels of government to provide operating conditions and services that enable businesses to develop the workforce, manage risks and build resilience, and improve market supply chains. It also manages the delivery of regional assistance to industry.

Within Agriculture, Agri-Science Queensland undertakes research, development and extension to lift the productivity of Queensland's agricultural businesses.

Fisheries and Forestry

Fisheries and Forestry manages the sustainability and allocation of fisheries and forestry resources for all Queenslanders. This is vital to create the basis for profitable businesses and enjoyable recreational fishing experiences for locals and visitors.

Fisheries and Forestry ensures fisheries remain sustainable and productive by:

• monitoring, determining and controlling access and development as needed
• providing education and enforced fishing regulations to promote equitable access to fisheries resources
• maintaining supplies of state owned forest products and quarry materials to industry.

Biosecurity Queensland

Biosecurity Queensland leads the Government's efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from pests and diseases threatening agricultural prosperity, the environment, social amenity and human health. This is achieved by maintaining access to markets, protecting animal welfare and reducing the risk of contamination from agricultural chemicals.

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Department of Justice and Attorney-General is a department of the Queensland Government with responsibilities for the administration of justice, support to Queensland courts, regulatory policy and consumer protection, legal aid, youth justice, corrective services, and other community and legal services.

We provide:

• services directly to the community (working with you)
• support services behind the scenes (working for you)
• support for a range of independent justice bodies.

We provide a range of services that support a fair and just society. The services we provide directly to the public are in the areas of:

• birth, death and marriage records and certificates
• blue cards for people working with children
• body corporate and community management
• dispute resolution and mediation
• fair trading and consumer affairs
• Justices of the Peace
• legal assistance strategy and funding
• liquor and gambling regulation
• victim assistance

We also provide administrative support for the running of:

• Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal
• Court Services Queensland

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Department of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs is a contemporary organisation enabling sustainable, vibrant inclusive and confident local communities. Bringing together the functions of Local Government, Racing and Multicultural Affairs in the state of Queensland.

We are committed to:

• Accountable, well-managed, community-focused local governments
• A sustainable racing industry in Queensland
• Policies, programs and services responsive to Queensland’s cultural diversity
• Efficient and effective funding programs promoting vibrant communities
• An engaged and responsive workforce.

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Department of Transport and Main Roads is a department of the Queensland Government, formed in April 2009 with the merger of the Queensland Transport and the Department of Main Roads.

The Department of Transport and Main Roads moves and connects people, places, goods and services safely, efficiently and effectively across Queensland.

We plan, manage and deliver Queensland's integrated transport environment to achieve sustainable transport solutions for road, rail, air and sea.

Our integrated transport planning approach ensures we contribute to:

• people's quality of life
• Queensland's economic wellbeing
• a sustainable environment.

Central to our business is a proven commitment to actively listen and respond to Queenslanders. We then incorporate their views into decisions that may impact on people's lives.

All Queenslanders, irrespective of where they live and work, can expect to have appropriate transport choices and fair access to the transport system.

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Office of State Revenue (OSR) is part of Queensland Treasury. We are responsible for collecting state taxes and royalties, and administering the Queensland First Home Owners’ Grant. The State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER)—a division of OSR—is responsible for collecting and enforcing unpaid fines and penalties.

The revenue we collect provides almost $17 billion in income for Queensland. We put this money back into roads, schools, hospitals and health services, as well as art galleries and community events. This helps to grow our economy and improve the wellbeing of all Queenslanders.

Find out more about what we do:

• Queensland First Home Owner’s Grant
• Payroll tax
• Land tax
• Transfer (stamp) duty
• Additional foreign acquirer duty
• Vehicle registration duty
• Insurance duty
• Landholder duty
• Corporate trustee duty
• Royalties
• Betting tax.

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