I have asked the Attorney-General to appeal the suspended sentence recently handed out to the perpetrator of another senseless, alcohol-fuelled, violent assault on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast community has been shocked by news of another violent attack on our streets and is asking how the attacker has walked free from Court with a…
Construction work is starting soon to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians at the busy intersection with Pacific Terrace and Mooloolaba Road (also known as Buderim Ave). The new traffic lights and signal-controlled pedestrian crossings will make it easier and safer for motorists to exit Pacific Terrace and for pedestrians to safety cross this busy…
Construction work is starting soon to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians at the busy intersection with Pacific Terrace and Mooloolaba Road (also known as Buderim Ave). Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said that new traffic lights and signal-controlled pedestrian crossings will be installed to provide greater opportunities for motorists and pedestrians to safety cross…
State Member for Maroochydore has called on the Government to act now to introduce tougher penalties for alcohol-fuelled violence following another senseless attack on the Sunshine Coast where the offender walked free. Fiona Simpson MP spoke in Parliament today about the recent incident in Ocean Street, asking for the Government to urgently fund measures to…
Seven not-for-profit organisations in the Maroochydore electorate will be celebrating funding wins from latest quarterly round of the State Government Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said the funds totalling $137,378 would help these hardworking groups to continue their invaluable work in the local community. Ms Simpson said that the groups represent…
The unsung heroines of the Sunshine Coast community will receive the recognition they deserve thanks to local MP Fiona Simpson and a host of sponsors who are seeking to honour the many local women who make a difference in our world. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson today launched the inaugural Sunshine Coast Inspiring Women Awards…
I love the wonderful dining areas and entertainment that have sprung up in Ocean Street. It has become a very popular place with people of all ages enjoying it, particularlyduring the monthly markets. However, there are some urgent issues to fix so we keep it safe for all and I have called on the Attorney…
The Finance and Administration Committee is investigating into introducing four year terms to the Queensland Parliament and I am seeking your feedback on how often you think State Elections should be held. Currently, the Premier of Queensland can call a general election at his or her whim, subject to the agreement of the Governor, which…
We are all saddened by the tragic domestic violence events over recent weeks and as a community we must step up on this issue to eradicate this violence from our communities. There are a number of helplines to provide immediate support: DVConnect Womensline 1800 811 811 DVConnect Mensline 1800 600 636 Elder Abuse Helpline 1300…
In recent Parliamentary Estimates Hearings I took up the funding fight to fix a dangerous bottleneck leading to the Sunshine Coast Public University Hospital, asking the Main Roads Minister what his plan was to address the existing problem which would become worse once the hospital opens in 2016. I don't think the Minister understands that…