Queensland Treasury and Energy

This #EarthHour, 1 William Street Brisbane will switch off non-essential lights in a gesture of support for environmental action. 🌏💡 At Queensland Treasury, our role extends beyond this hour. We're committed to supporting our government-owned energy corporations in their efforts to maintain a strong and sustainable energy system, every single day of the year. Keen to do more? Here's how you can contribute to energy savings and potentially reduce your energy bill: 💡 Turn off non-essential lights 🔌 Unplug unused appliances 🏡 Invest in energy-efficient appliances Let's remember, our actions matter not just during #EarthHour, but every hour of every day. #EarthHour

🌏 Celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that make up Queensland! Home to people from over 220 countries, speaking more than 180 languages and practising over 110 religious beliefs, our sunshine state is a thriving multicultural hub. To celebrate Harmony Week, Queensland Treasury’s Multicultural Network invited Christine Castley, CEO of Multicultural Australia to talk about her first-hand views on challenges and opportunities of multicultural identity in the workplace and community. The network also launched our very own Multicultural Recipe Book. These recipes represent the diverse cultures that make up our workforce, each one telling a unique story about our traditions and experiences. Harmony Week is a time to celebrate and recognise inclusiveness, respect and belonging for everyone. Thank you to Marshiah Mupinyuri, Diederik V., Louise Liddiard-Smith, Heidi Bushell and Jasmina Nuhovic as the Multicultural Executive Representative for mobilising the network and organising the morning tea. Find out more about Harmony Week at 👉www.harmony.qld.gov.au #HarmonyWeek #QueenslandTreasury #TeamTreasury 📷 Akash Punjabi, Sarina Huddy, Ash Sayle, Elina Lane, Melissa Pignolet, Titi Salau, Christine Castley, Jasmina Nuhovic, Alison Sullivan, Louise Liddiard-Smith, Ammu Pravda

It will take a collaborative effort to shape the future of social enterprise in Queensland. Members of Queensland’s growing social impact sector and the Queensland Government came together for the second Social Impact Advisory Roundtable. The dynamic, workshop-style session saw attendees explore the issues and opportunities for social enterprises in Queensland with a view of developing an issues paper that will be released for broad, sector-wide consultation. These discussions are a key part of the process of co-designing the roadmap for social enterprise and impact investing in our state. #SocialImpact #SocialEnterprises #ImpactInvesting 🤝 Allan English AM (English Family Foundation), Geoffrey Smith (Australian Spatial Analytics), Jack Growden (LiteHaus International), Luke Terry (White Box Enterprises), Adele Laughton (Queensland Social Enterprise Council), Peter Ball (Greater Outcomes - Impact Academy), Craig North (Firesticks), Zoe Black (Happy Paws Happy Hearts Foundation), Ivan Frkovic (Queensland Mental Health Commission), Ingrid Burkett (Griffith Business School, Centre for Systems Innovation), Danielle Duell (People With Purpose*), Ryan Ginard, CFRE (Minderoo Foundation), Gary Power (Management Options Pty Ltd), Peter Johnstone (The Clem Jones Foundation), Julia Spicer OAM (Australia's Economic Accelerator (AEA), Alex Hooke (Social Traders), Ben Gales (Office of Social Impact) and Sarah Haigh (Social Impact Project Management Office).

💦 Happy World Water Day! Did you know Gladstone Ports Corporation Ltd scored 100% in the Clean Marina and Fish Friendly audits last month? 👏 🐠🪸 They even discovered a thriving coral in their marina! We love nothing more to see commercial businesses committed to sustainability and service delivery. 💧 #WorldWaterDay2025 #Sustainability #MarineConservation

🔌💡 Representatives from the energy sector have come together for the first Energy Roundtable, holding key discussions collectively navigating the future of Queensland's energy landscape. As our energy system transforms, we're exploring all options - from solar and wind to gas, battery storage, and more, to ensure the path forward is responsible, realistic and achievable. Prioritising a sustainable approach to Queensland’s energy system will ensure that Queensland’s electricity system will continue to be reliable and affordable for all Queenslanders. #EnergyRoundtable #QueenslandEnergy

Are you a final-year university student or recent graduate looking for a career where your work makes a real impact? Queensland Treasury’s GRADStart program is your opportunity to be part of a team shaping the future of our state. ✔ Start your career with confidence in a secure government position. ✔ Help shape economic policy, support businesses, and drive innovation. ✔ Diverse opportunities rotating through teams to in policy, finance, analytics, and more. ✔ Work alongside highly talented professionals and receive mentoring from senior leaders. ✔ Enjoy hybrid work options and a culture that values work-life balance. This is more than just a job, it’s your chance to work on projects that impact millions of Queenslanders. 📅 Applications for Treasury’s 2026 graduate program open next week (Monday, 24 March). 🔗 Get ready at https://lnkd.in/gufb7ZM2 #GRADStart2026 #QueenslandTreasury #GraduateJobs #MeaningfulWork

☘️ Happy St. Patrick's Day! Did you know that Queensland's top spot for Irish-born residents is The Gap, as captured by the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics Census? This kind of valuable data is more than just trivia - it's the foundation for the work we do at Queensland Treasury. We use these insights to inform strategic decisions about everything from housing to hospitals, helping to shape the future of our state. As we celebrate our Irish Queenslanders today, let's also appreciate the role of data in our collective contribution to Queensland's development! 🌞 Remember, every piece of data tells a story and contributes to the bigger picture of our vibrant and diverse state. #StPatricksDay #ABSCensus #Queensland #TheGap #IrishInAustralia #DataDrivenDecisions #QLDTreasury

Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred was responsible for the greatest loss of power in Queensland’s history. In just 10 days, more than 500,000 Queenslanders affected by the cyclone had their power restored, thanks to the extraordinary efforts of Energex and Ergon Energy Network field crew staff, and hundreds more at depots and staging points throughout South East Queensland. These teams collectively put in more than 300,000 hours of work, inspecting 9,000 kilometres of network and restringing more than 175 kilometres of powerlines - a testament to their commitment to our communities. Even in tough times, the strength of Queenslanders never wavers! #QueenslandStrong #CycloneAlfred #TCAlfred #CommunitySpirit

🎓 Curious about what it’s like to start your career at Queensland Treasury?     Hear from our grads as they share their experiences—and why GRADStart was the right choice for them.    💬 “Be exposed to different sectors such as economics, finance, public policy and investment.”  💬 “Contribute to significant economic decisions.”  💬 “See what's happening in the Queensland economy at both the macro and the micro level.”  💬 “Flexibility with how you work, which lets you really have a work life balance.”    📅 Applications for Treasury’s 2026 graduate program open on Monday, 24 March. 🔗 Find out more at https://lnkd.in/gufb7ZM2    #GRADStart2026 #Job #GraduateStories 

The Queensland Productivity Commission 2024 Bill has passed in Parliament 👏 The Bill restores the Queensland Productivity Commission. The Commission will research solutions for pressing economic challenges facing Queensland and provide the government with advice and recommendations to address those key issues. The establishment will be official upon the commencement of the Queensland Productivity Commission Act 2025, with appointments to be announced shortly. QUEENSLAND PRODUCTIVITY COMMISSION | 🔗 https://bit.ly/4hpIjo9