Multicultural Affairs Minister Annastacia Palaszczuk today met for the second time with leaders from Queensland’s Pacific Island and Indonesian communities following last week’s natural disasters in the Asia-Pacific region. 
The meeting at Parliament House, which was also attended by Government MPs and representatives from the Red Cross, Emergency Services Queensland and the Department of Communities.
Many Queenslanders from these communities have lost loved ones in these tragedies, and others fear for injured and missing relatives. The Government is right behind these communities as they come to terms with last week’s devastating natural disasters. We’ll continue to give them the support they need in these difficult times. These vibrant communities form a vital part of Queensland’s strong multicultural identity, and they contribute to the state’s ongoing prosperity.
Special support services have been established for affected communities at 39 neighbourhood centres across Queensland, including here in the Far North. Staff at these centres will provide assistance with translation, culturally appropriate support and advice about how to access other services such as counselling. Education Queensland will also ensure children can access appropriate counselling during school hours.
Community leaders and churches will link people from their communities with these centres. I would urge all members of the public to donate to the Premier’s Disaster Relief appeal.
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