10 March, 2014 – Fiona Simpson MP

Queensland’s transport network modelled on the best

State NewsBy Fiona Simpson MP 10 March, 2014

Some of the world’s most cutting edge public transport design and technology was on show as Premier Campbell Newman toured New York’s East Access Rail Line project during his US trade mission. Mr Newman said the project underneath New York’s iconic Grand Central Station was a good model for Queensland’s own underground bus and rail…

Discounts for foster and kinship carers

State NewsBy Fiona Simpson MP 10 March, 2014

Queensland’s foster and kinship carers can now stretch their dollar further by accessing discounts at more than 4,500 businesses across the state, as part of the Queensland Government’s Carer Business Discount Card scheme. Launching Foster and Kinship Carer Week on the Sunshine Coast, Child Safety Minister said approximately 4,700 foster and kinship carer families throughout…

On your bike Sunshine Coast!

Local NewsBy Fiona Simpson MP 10 March, 2014

Sunshine Coast National Parks will be better protected under a plan to end illegal motorbike riding and create a new facility for recreational riders in Mooloolah Logging Area. Minister for National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing Steve Dickson said the need for a facility in the region was identified as part of a Queensland Government…

Queenslanders have their say on social services investment

State NewsBy Fiona Simpson MP 10 March, 2014

Queenslanders are being asked to give their feedback on how the Newman Government can revitalise investment in social services like child safety, health, housing, disability services and homelessness. Treasurer and Chair of the Social Services Cabinet Committee Tim Nicholls said the public consultation period for the draft Social Services Investment Framework was now open for…