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On March 26, 2009 DEEDI was created through the integration of nine former departments or parts of departments.
The reform of the Queensland Public Service and the development of 'new' departments represent a better way for the Government to work.
The amalgamations are expected to drive a number of outcomes including:
- more efficient delivery of services
- more responsiveness to Government priorities
- more durable structures
- savings through reduced duplication.
DEEDI brings together in one place a focus on employment growth through the key economic drivers of mining and energy, primary industries and fisheries, tourism, employment and regional development and trade.
The department will be responsible for ensuring Queensland remains the nation’s strongest economy.
It will work in partnership with business to foster economic growth, job creation and the capture of export earnings.
DEEDI is also responsible for the regulation of liquor, gaming, racing, fair trading, biosecurity, fisheries and mine safety.
Further, the functions of the Office of Clean Energy and the International Collaborations unit for the Department of Premier and Cabinet will also reside in DEEDI.
The department reports to the Treasurer and Minister for Employment and Economic Development Andrew Fraser.
The department will also report to the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines Energy and Trade Stephen Robertson, the Minister Primary Industries, Fisheries and Rural and Regional Development Tim Mulherin and the Minister for Tourism and Fair Trading Peter Lawlor.
DEEDI, with more than 5000 staff, has a strong regional presence throughout the state.
With the addition of trade, DEEDI has overseas representation in key export markets including:
- China - Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Guangzhou
- Taiwan - Taipei
- Japan - Tokyo
- Korea - Seoul
- Indonesia - Jakarta
- India - Bangalore
- Europe and Russia - London
- the Americas - Los Angeles
- United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
- Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
DEEDI corporate structure
A new DEEDI structure will take effect from 1 July 2009.
The structure involves seven operating units and four areas that have a whole-of-DEEDI focus — innovation, trade, regional development and employment and skills.
Last updated 25 May 2009