We’re working hard to provide the latest information on government announcements, stimulus packages and support for Australians across the country. However, the situation is developing constantly, so always check your local state’s government website for more details. This guide contains information about coronavirus in the state of Queensland. We're updating it with the latest government announcements when possible. For more information, check out the Queensland government website.
On 24 March 2020, the Premier of Queensland, Annastacia Palaszczuk, announced a $4 billion relief package. The QLD government also announced a $27.25 million Immediate Industry Recovery Package to help local businesses and government.
Here's what the stimulus package includes:
On 30 March 2020 the federal government announced a national JobKeeper payment to support businesses and workers. Business owners can also apply for the government's new JobKeeper payment, which will provide the business with wage subsidies for up to six months in exchange for the business keeping staff employed. To see if you're eligible and learn how it works, read the full guide on the new JobKeeper payment.
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Loan information: www.qrida.qld.gov.au
Payroll tax deferral information: www.osr.qld.gov.au
Queensland government: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
Small business hotline: 1300 654 687
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries: 13 25 23
At the start of Term 2 on Monday 20 April, all Queensland state schools reopened for on-site learning for all students.
On June 1 2020, the Queensland government commenced Stage 2 of reopening. The following business can operate, as long as they abide by public health rules and physical distancing guidelines:
Queensland residents can travel within Queensland without restrictions.
However, anyone entering Queensland from another state must be self-quarantined in a Government-run facility or an appointed hotel for 14 days.
From 29 March 2020, all non-essential travellers from overseas arriving in QLD must be self-quarantined in a Government-run facility or an appointed hotel for 14 days.
The QLD government recommends immediate testing for anyone with any of the following symptoms:
For further advice, call your GP or 13HEALTH on 13 43 25 84.
The QLD government has established a dedicated law enforcement team to help with contact-tracing and and quarantining requirements for people who have been diagnosed with coronavirus or who are known contacts.
"They will also lead the enforcement of people who have been ordered to quarantine, making sure they stay inside their homes, to protect others and slow the spread of coronavirus," Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said in a statement on 31 March 2020.
"The vast majority are doing the right thing and following the rules, but we need to ensure there's 100% compliance."
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Queensland student request for fees rebate for online courses against regular courses to help student against financial trouble.
Hi,
Thanks for reaching out to Finder.
Regarding your query about a request for a rebate of fees since most of the schools transitioned from face-to-face courses to online instruction, that might help you out from financial trouble, I suggest that it would be best to check your school’s website for resources and contact information. Your school’s verified social media accounts also may be a good source for the latest information about how to contact your school during this time.
If you are looking for financial aid as a student, you may want to consider checking Youth Allowance.
To get this you must be 1 of the following:
-18 to 24 and studying full time
-16 to 17, studying full time and either independent or needing to live away from home to study
-16 to 17, studying full time and have completed year 12 or equivalent
-16 to 24 and doing a full-time Australian Apprenticeship.
You may check what are aids you are eligible using the Centrelink’ Payment and Service Finder. Simply, choose the appropriate options for you.
I hope this helps. Feel free to reach out to us should you have any questions or clarifications.
Cheers,
Fitz
If husband and spouse both have concession cards do they both receive the stimulus $750 each
Hi Marianne,
Thanks for reaching out to Finder.
Regarding your question, if a husband and wife both have a concession card, will they be both eligible to get the stimulus package amounting to $750?
Yes, both will receive the stimulus package amounting to $750 as long as you were in receipt of an eligible payment or who held an eligible concession card.
The Australian government announced an economic stimulus package in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. There would be two $750 lump sum payments for recipients of certain social security and veterans’ payments and certain concession cardholders. In the first and second packages: one payment to be paid from 31 March 2020 and one payment to be paid from 13 July 2020. The second $750 payment will exclude some recipients of the first payment. This excluded group will instead receive a payment known as the Coronavirus Supplement or COVID-19 Supplement.
For more information, you can visit this government page about COVID-19 Economic Response.
I hope this helps. Feel free to reach out to us should you have any questions.
Cheers,
Fitz