BRISBANE, Queensland, Oct. 12 -- The Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet issued text of the following statement:
Minister for the Environment and Tourism and Minister for Science and Innovation
The Honourable Andrew Powell
* The Crisafulli Government has secured Cairns as the only regional Australian stop on Powderfinger's highly anticipated reunion tour through Queensland's Mega and Strategic Events Fund.
* The exclusive Cairns performances will drive visitation to Tropical North Queensland, delivering a boost for local accommodation providers, tourism operators, hospitality venues and small businesses.
* TheCrisafulli Government is cementing Queensland's reputation as the events capital of Australia, backing major events...