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This week over 250 experts from Australian Maritime Safety Authority Transport for NSW, and Maritime Safety Queensland joined forces for Exercise Dumaresq—a major marine pollution response drill stretching along the Gold Coast and Tweed Coast. Simulating a significant oil spill, teams collaborated in cross-border operations, with real-time streaming from the response vessel in Queensland to New South Wales' incident coordination centre in Coffs Harbour. It’s all about preparedness —testing our capabilities to protect Australia’s marine environment when it counts. Image 1: Gold Coast Local Disaster Coordination Centre. Image 2: Maritime Safety Queensland General Manager, Kell Dillon (centre), with Queensland Inspector-General, Emergency Management Alistair Dawson, (left) and Queensland Cross-Border Commissioner Ian Leavers. Image 3: Exercise Dumaresq in action, response teams working to contain the oil spill. #MaritimeSafety #AMSA #TfNSW #MSQ

Marine Officer (Grade 3). Gladstone South, Urangan Shape Our Future: Seize this opportunity to lead operational teams & execute strategic programs with Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ)! Your responsibilities include contributing to the implementation of maritime safety standards, ensuring regulatory compliance through monitoring & enforcement activities, assisting the Area Manager in delivering services & complex projects, and leading, mentoring and fostering a positive team environment. Your leadership will be the catalyst for excellence, driving progress and reinforcing commitment to maritime safety. You will collaborate with key stakeholders building relationships and promoting MSQ’s interests. Great rewards include competitive remuneration, generous superannuation (12.75%), leave entitlements and an opportunity to make an active difference for Queensland. How to apply: https://bit.ly/4fhjGJN JAR: QLD/599897/24 Closing Date: 8 November 2024

The Gympie Bypass is now open to traffic. Motorists are now driving on the new 26-kilometre, four-lane divided highway between the existing Bruce Highway interchange at Woondum (just south of Gympie) and Curra. The bypass includes three new interchanges – at Flood Road, Gympie Connection Road and Curra – improving access to Gympie, the Cooloola Coast and the local road network. While major construction is complete, some minor works will continue over the next few weeks as the team finalises connections at either end of the new highway. Please keep your eye out for any traffic changes and follow the construction signage on site. This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts and Queensland Government. For more information about the project, visit https://lnkd.in/gnc-aB9V

Steering you to safety! New safety videos for truckies travelling through Cunninghams Gap 🎥 🚚 As part of our ongoing engagement with the Queensland Trucking Association Ltd (QTA) we have developed two new safety videos to assist heavy vehicle and oversize overmass (OSOM) drivers navigate the worksite at Cunninghams Gap on the Cunningham Highway. These videos focus on critical safety advice for drivers, including how to manage steep descents and use nearby OSOM holding bays, while bushfire recovery works continue in the area. The safety videos can be viewed below. https://lnkd.in/gMKtwewJ The recovery works are jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).

Safe Work Month is here, and we're all in! 🔒 At TMR, safety isn’t just a priority for October - it’s a commitment we uphold every day. As we kick off Safe Work Month, supported by Safe Work Australia and WorkSafe Queensland, we’re reminded of the crucial role each of us plays in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. This month encourages us to take a closer look at our safety practices and reflect on how we can continue to improve. But remember, safety is not just a one-month focus - it’s woven into everything we do, every day. We’re also gearing up for Queensland Mental Health Week (5 – 13 October), a time to highlight the incredible ways our teams are promoting mental health awareness and building a strong sense of community across our Queensland workplaces. Thank you for being a part of our ongoing commitment to safety.

We’re delighted to announce the successful recipients of our 2024-25 Bike Riding Encouragement Program Community Grants! More than $500,000 in grant funding has been awarded to support 37 community-led initiatives aimed at encouraging new and returning riders of all ages and abilities to experience the joy of riding a bike. Successful initiatives include programs to help more women start riding bikes, bike and e-bike borrowing schemes to provide more opportunities for people with disability and people in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to ride, learn-to-ride sessions and bike buses to support more children riding to school, and digital innovations to equip more Queenslanders to ride regardless of their location. These grants are a key action in the Queensland Cycling Action Plan 2023–2025, and part of the Queensland Government’s holistic approach to growing the number of Queenslanders who ride bikes for transport, recreation and wellbeing. We're excited to see these initiatives come to life across the next 12 months in communities across Queensland 🚴♀️🚴♂️ 👉 View the list of successful grant recipients at https://lnkd.in/gxQigvZ. #BikeRidingGrants #BikeRiding #Cycling #Queensland

We're thrilled to announce that TMR has earned not just one but THREE prestigious Australian Business Awards, showcasing our commitment to innovation, exemplary change management, and customer focus! 🥇 Award 1: Customer Commitments – Customer Experience Management. By engaging with over 2,000 of our valued customers, the Queensland Disability Network, and TMR business SMEs, we have refreshed the Customer Charter to Our Customer Commitments. This award is a testament to our commitment to providing customer service excellence for our community. For more info TMR’s Strategic Plan and objectives, visit the TMR website: https://brnw.ch/21wNiQe Our Digital Licence app, launched in November 2023, has been a game-changer and it hasn't gone unnoticed. 🥇 Award 2: Digital Licence app - Change Management. Our dedicated team made exemplary efforts in rolling out the Digital Licence app. From regional pilots to a statewide launch, the smooth transition and comprehensive change, communication and engagement strategy were paramount in securing this award. 🥇 Award 3: Digital Licence app - Technical Innovation. The Digital Licence app continues to break new ground and has been recognised as the first in Australia to comply with the international tech standard. This award celebrates TMR’s forward-thinking approach and technical prowess. For more info on the Digital Licence app, visit the DLA website: https://brnw.ch/21wNiQd A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to these projects—your dedication and hard work are the cornerstones of these achievements. We will continue to lead with innovation and serve our community with excellence. #Awards #Innovation #CustomerExcellence #ChangeManagement #DigitalTransformation #QueenslandGovernment 🌟🚀

First contracts awarded for Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail packages! 🚆 The first two successful contractors to deliver works for the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail (LGC) project have been announced. Martinus Degnan Joint Venture (JV) will start construction later this year on the new Loganlea station, relocating and upgrading the station to better connect customers to nearby health, education, and community services. The $173.76 million project will see the station relocate to a new site directly opposite Logan Hospital, and closer to Loganlea TAFE and Loganlea State High School. The current station will remain open until the new and improved Loganlea station is built. Bielby Hull JV has been awarded the design and construct contract to deliver the Open Level Crossing Removal at Beenleigh Road, Kuraby. This is the first of five level crossing removals along the project corridor as part of the $5.75 billion LGC project, jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments. The removal of level crossings will help improve safety for all rail, road, and active transport users, as well as contribute to the reliability of train services. We'll keep you updated as works progress along the broader Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project corridor. For more information about the Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail project, including the Loganlea station relocation and level crossing removals, visit https://brnw.ch/21wNiMf This project is jointly funded by the Australian Government @AusGovInfrastructure and the Queensland Government. 

Calling all transport planning and design professionals! 🔊 Registrations are NOW OPEN for our Cycling and Walking Technical Training Courses, running from 2024 to 2027! Whether you're looking to upskill or dive into the latest best practices for walking and bike riding in a connected, sustainable transport system, we've got you covered. Throughout these courses, you'll not only learn but also get hands-on experience with new infrastructure treatments—both on foot and by bike. Plus, you'll have the chance to discuss real-world planning and design challenges with TMR's top subject matter experts. Courses available: Walking Infrastructure Overview Walking Infrastructure Masterclass RPD421 Separated Cycle Tracks Masterclass RPD403 Design of Pedestrian and Cyclist Bridges RPD418 Designing for Pedestrians and Cyclists RPD309 Pedestrian and Cycling Provision Overview for Planners and Managers RPD308 Pedestrian Crossing Facilities and Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) Design Locations: Brisbane: October 2024, with more dates in 2025 and 2026 Cairns: March and August 2025 Gladstone: May and August 2026 Customised local courses available upon request. Ready to level up? 🌟 Search for your preferred course and register today: https://brnw.ch/21wNiHJ #ActiveTransport #ProfessionalDevelopment #Walking #Cycling #Planning

On behalf of the Queensland Government, we are proud to support Melt Festival, produced by Brisbane Powerhouse. This open-access festival of LGBTQIA+ arts and culture runs from 23 October to 10 November, celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. We’re excited to participate in several events across the festival, including Melt Markets X Queer Slice on 27 October, and the inaugural River Pride Parade on 9 November. As a diverse and inclusive workplace, we strive to create an environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Participation in events like this wouldn’t be possible without the support of our OneTMR Pride Network. We are proud to champion these important initiatives so that we may continue to demonstrate our commitment to the LGBTQIA+ community and the advancement of equality in Queensland. #MeltFestival #QueenslandPride #WeareTMR