Annastacia Palaszczuk and Queensland

Australian dollar: Ms Palaszczuk hopes to woo American technology and medical firms to partner with local firms to diversify Queensland economy."What we do need is more jobs and more innovation," she said outside Brisbane Airport, according to Nine News Australia. The premier is also hoping to find out how to attract more Hollywood film productions to Queensland during her visit to LA."We have a huge industry opportunity here and at the moment, with the Australian dollar , we know that companies are looking to actually film more out here in Queensland," she said. Departing on Thursday morning, Annastacia Palaszczuk will lead a delegation of 88 business and education leaders to research institutions in Washington, Philadelphia, Boston and Los Angeles. Ms Palaszczuk also confirmed she to would be open to discussing public-private partnerships with American investors to build public infrastructure in the state."I'm more than happy to have those conversations as well," she said. Opposition Leader Lawrence Springborg wished Ms Palaszczuk well on her trip, but struggled to hold down laughter when speaking about Deputy Premier Jackie Trad holding down the fort while she was gone."Probably acting Premier Jackie Trad would be very, very happy if the premier stays overseas for an extended period of time," Mr Springborg said."I think that she will be able to show her naked ambition."© AAP your news tips Do you have any news photos or videos Property news: Costco spends on property in bulk - realestate.com.au Motoring news: No SUV spike for Rolls Royce - carsales.com.au Property news: Seattle architect gets his own Lego man cave - news: Ford fresh Ranger flagship - carsales.com.au (news.financializer.com). As reported in the news.