Future generations of Queenslanders will benefit from more jobs, improved schools and better hospitals and roads as the result of an announcement that the Newman LNP Government will invest in infrastructure in the Galilee Basin. Premier Campbell Newman said that the State Government would work with resource companies to make strategic investments that could create…
Three Sunshine Coast mates with complex disabilities are living in their new home in Maroochydore, following government funding to provide their support services. Disability Services Minister Tracy Davis who officially opened the new home in Pippi Court, said it was wonderful to see happy residents and their families living the life they choose. “By revitalising…
Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson congratulated Maroochydore State High School on being named among 50 Queensland state schools to become Independent Public Schools next year. Maroochydore State High School was selected from more than 80 expressions of interest state wide and would become one of 130 total Independent Public Schools in Queensland next year. Ms…
Primary-aged school children in Queensland are being targeted on National Sunnies Day to wear sunglasses to protect their eyes. Health Minister Lawrence Springborg is passionate about the campaign to protect eyes from sun damage, because as a child he experienced pterygium, an eye condition caused by overexposure to the sun. “The Queensland Eye Institute…
“Ripper, bonza, you beauty” are just some of the reactions from Maroochydore MP Fiona Simpson over news that Sunshine Coast sporting clubs have won grants in the State Government’s latest grants rounds. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said she was thrilled to announce that the Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club and the Mooloolaba…
Queensland businesses now have more time and money to spend growing their operations, with up to $425 million a year in savings thanks to the State Government’s efforts in cutting red tape. Treasurer Tim Nicholls said the latest Red Tape Report Card showed the Government was well on its way to achieving its commitment of…
The future of major triathlon events on the Sunshine Coast has been secured thanks to more than $3 million in State Government funding. Following successful negations with IRONMAN Asia Pacific, the Noosa and Mooloolaba Triathlons will continue for a further three years, providing on-going benefits for tourism and the region’s economy. Member for Maroochydore Fiona…
Queensland principals will have more powers to make their schools even safer as part of the LNP Government’s plan to support local decision-making and improve outcomes for students. Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek said a raft of new laws passed by Parliament delivered on the government’s commitment to make schools safe places to learn and work.…
Marcoola pedestrians crossing David Low Way will benefit from a $288,000 safety boost. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said work will start from mid-November on a new pedestrian refuge on David Low Way, near Seaside Boulevard. “We’re pleased to deliver this new pedestrian refuge for the local community, which will help improve safety for pedestrians…
More Queensland families will have greater certainty and peace of mind about housing for their adult children with disabilities through the expansion of a State Government support program. Premier Campbell Newman said the $17 million Elderly Parent Carer Innovation Trial had so far created 61 new accommodation places across Queensland for adults with disabilities who…