How government works

Our priorities

Find out about the government objectives for the community and commitments made to the people of Queensland.

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Information about how the system of government works in Queensland.

System of government

Information about how the system of government works in Queensland.

Our structure

A list of all Queensland Government departments, including the current Ministers and Assistant Ministers for each portfolio.

Government responsibilities

Administrative Arrangements Orders set out the principal responsibilities of Government Ministers and their portfolios.

Other government bodies

List of other Queensland Government bodies

About the public service

Learn more about Queensland’s public service.

State budget and economy

Links to information about the state budget, major building programs and the Queensland’s key industries.

Legislation

Information about laws in Queensland

State flags, emblems, and icons

Queensland has official flags, emblems and icons that represent our state's history and values. These as defined by the Emblems of Queensland Act 2005, available on the Legislation Queensland website.

Resources for students and teachers

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State Protocols

Involves ceremonial matters, Royal visits, managing the Queensland Free Flag Scheme, addressing guests, and organising state receptions.