Queensland Minister for Tourism: Stirling Hinchliffe (Since Dec 2020)

As of the latest available information, Stirling Hinchliffe serves as Queensland's Minister for Tourism. He was appointed to the portfolio in December 2020 as part of the Palaszczuk Ministry.

Portfolio Scope

• Tourism & Events Queensland (TEQ) — marketing, destination development, major events
• Great Barrier Reef — shared with Environment Minister
• International education & training — study tourism
• Gambling & liquor regulation — also holds Attorney-General, Minister for Justice portfolios

Background

• Electorate: Sandgate (Brisbane north) since 2015
• Previous roles: Minister for Local Government, Minister for Racing, Minister for Employment & Small Business, Assistant Minister
• Profession: Lawyer (former solicitor)

Key Initiatives (2020-2024)

• COVID recovery: "Good to Go" campaign, border reopening coordination
• Indigenous tourism: $10M+ First Nations product development
• Major events: 2032 Brisbane Olympics tourism leverage
• Sustainability: Eco-certification, reef stewardship
• Aviation access: Route development (direct flights from US, Asia, India)

Verification Note

Ministerial appointments change with cabinet reshuffles and elections. For absolute current status, check the Queensland Government website (premier.qld.gov.au/ministry) or Minister Hinchliffe's official page.