Politicians and Government departments with whom you may wish to communicate about your scientific issue
Persons name Level of gov. Department or
committee name Mission of dept. Jon Black Director-General Environment and Heritage Protection The department aims to be the most responsive and respected environment and heritage protection agency in Australia, and is responsible for managing the health of the environment to protect Queenslands unique ecosystems, including its landscapes and waterways, as well as its native plants and animals and biodiversity. Sue Rickerby
Director-General Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts We aim to: develop and coordinate science and ICT policy across the Queensland Government develop a whole-of-government approach on innovation as a key enabler of the knowledge economy support and invest in research and development to meet the state's future challenges build a strong relationship with key innovation and ICT industry stakeholders improve government service delivery through efficient use of information and communications technology services and shared services help Queensland businesses and consumers to benefit from current and emerging digital technologies and services build a strong and diverse arts and cultural sector in Queensland manage the state's intellectual property policy and assets. Steve Dickson Minister National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing QPWS is charged with the protection and presentation of Queenslands parks and forests. Careful management is required to protect our parks and forests and safeguard the values that make them important refuges for maintaining biodiversity and vital green spaces and marine areas for our enjoyment. Jack Noye Director- General Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry An efficient, innovative, resilient and profitable agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector that thrives for the long-term. Lawrence Springborg Minister for Health
Health Provide leadership and direction for the health sector, and create an environment that encourages innovation and improvement in the delivery of health services.