Department overview
Our department recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture contributes to our lives.
As a diverse organisation, the department brings together key areas of work to achieve our objectives for a better Queensland.
As part of our commitment to eliminating domestic and family violence in Queensland, the department is working towards becoming a White Ribbon Australia accredited workplace.
Environment
Responsibility:
- protect and manage our parks, forests and the Great Barrier Reef for current and future generations
- enhance Queensland’s ecosystems
- protect significant heritage places
- avoid, minimise or mitigate impacts to the environment.
Science
Responsibility:
- lead the development of science strategy for government
- deliver scientific expertise to protect and manage our environment and natural resource base
- support the development of Queensland’s science sector.
Arts
Responsibility:
- foster a community of the arts and facilitate growth of the arts and cultural sector
- support arts and cultural growth through partnerships, programs and events
- invest in all levels of the arts and cultural sector
- grow Queensland’s cultural reputation and cultural tourism offering.