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Queensland Child Protection Week 7–13 September

Children are our most vulnerable Queenslanders and we all have a part to play in keeping them safe. Visit the Queensland Child Protection Week website to learn more and find local events.

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Funding to support extra-curricular activities for children in care

Over the next three years, the Queensland Government is increasing the yearly allowance for each child and young person living in a care arrangement by $1500, to fund extracurricular activities.

We need more foster carers, like you

Fostering needs people with extraordinary hearts. People just like you. View the stories of real foster carer families and find out how you can become one.

Last reviewed:31 May 2024

Last modified:08 September 2025

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