The Maroochydore Lions are looking for new members to get involved in their humanitarian and fundraising work. If you are interested in finding out more, why not go along to their Membership Information evening on 23rd July at the Waterfront Hotel at 6.30pm. For more information, please contact Justin Duncombe on 5479 3302 or email…
Better educated younger drivers and changes for older drivers are included in a package of driver licence reforms which have been recommended by some of Queensland’s leading road safety experts. The Queensland Driver Licence reforms include changes to the Q-SAFE driver tests, older driver medical certificates and motorcycle licence tests and will be implemented progressively…
The State Government is ramping up its commitment to improving safety around school zones with flashing light signs being installed at seven Sunshine Coast schools including Maroochydore State High School. This extra safety boost is particularly important for schools like Maroochydore High where there is high volume of multi-lane traffic passing the school and the…
Community groups that support and protect our beautiful the natural environment are being encouraged to apply for Round Two of the State Government’s Everyone’s Environment grants program. Maroochy Waterwatch were successful in receiving a $100,000 grant to support its work to keep the Maroochy River catchment and tributaries clean and protected from pollution in the…
I have welcomed the State Government’s move to give local Councils more authority to manage problem flying fox roosts in urban areas. A more streamlined approvals process will give local Councils the authority to manage flying fox roosts in urban areas without having to apply to the State Government for a damage mitigation permit. The…
A new marine safety system has been announced for the Maroochy River. These new recommendations are the result of two reports, public consultation and many work hours from a group of key community stakeholders. For more information on the changes, visit www.msq.qld.gov.au. Key elements of the new marine safety system include: · new and improved…
Congratulations to community groups in the my electorate who have shared in $23,592 in funding from the Queensland Government’s Caring for Our Community grants program to purchase essential equipment to continue their good work helping others. Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club $5000 Anglican Parish of Coolum Beach $2126 Family Intervention Service Sunshine…
I was delighted to mark this year’s National Volunteers Week with 260 of our valued Sunshine Coast volunteers co-hosting a celebration in Cotton Tree Park with Volunteering Sunshine Coast. Mayor Mark Jamieson joined me in honouring our volunteers for the important contribution they make to our local community by presenting certificates of appreciation and lapel…
Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson announced today that two flood and storm damaged sporting clubs in the Maroochydore electorate will receive a funding boost thanks to the State Government’s disaster recovery funding boost. Fiona Simpson said that the Maroochydore Beach Bowls Club and the Coolum Football Club will receive funding from the State Government’s Sport…