BRISBANE, Queensland, May 25 -- The Queensland Cabinet issued text of the following statement:

Minister for Primary Industries

The Honourable Tony Perrett

Historic investment into Queensland Shark Control Program

* The Crisafulli Government has delivered the largest investment into shark management in the program's history. * The program includes increased servicing of shark control equipment to 365 days a year, weather permitting. * More investment into whale-deterrent technology and shark research and innovation to make Queensland a world leader.

The Crisafulli Government has prioritised beach goers' safety by announcing the largest investment into Queensland's Shark Control Program in the State's history.

The Government will inv...