Bligh defends govt company Christmas parties


The Queensland Premier says it is acceptable for government-owned corporations to hold modest staff Christmas parties.

The State Government introduced new rules for hospitality spending earlier this year after telling Queensland Rail to cancel a $30,000 Riverfire function.

More than 200 people are expected to attend a Port of Brisbane Christmas function tonight that will cost between $30,000 and $40,000.

But Anna Bligh says it is a very different event.

"While I expect to see our government-owned corporations entertain to a modest and moderate level, I don't think that extends to not celebrating Christmas with their staff," she said.


Onya Annie.
but you forget the ones your department have made so very lonely for that so called festive season.
Must be good to know you have made others suffer