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Capital outlays

Capital funding allocations within the portfolio include:

  • $19 million of a total $26 million to support the transition of 17-year-olds into the Youth Justice system including an allocation of $13.1 million for further fencing and an additional 12 beds at the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre (Townsville)
  • $7.2 million of a total $32.8 million to upgrade the security management system at the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre
  • $4.1 million for upgrades to Child Safety Service Centres to accommodate additional child protection staff
  • $5.2 million to conduct maintenance and minor works at Youth Justice facilities
  • $9.4 million to enhance and develop information systems, including the Our Child ICT system, the Social Investment Program, Destination Information and the Child and Family Services Information and Communication Technology Program
  • $500,000 for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation to construct a counselling centre in Palmwoods

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Becoming a member of PeakCare’s Board of Governance presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing transformation and enhancement…

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Call for nominations to join PeakCare’s Board

For over 40 years, PeakCare has been a strong and trusted advocate for children, young people, and families across Queensland….

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