STATE GOVERNMENT DELIVERING SAFER MAROOCHYDORE HIGH BUS SET-DOWN

WORKS have commenced this week to fix the dangerous school bus set-down at Maroochydore High after extensive advocating from local MP Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson and the school community. Ms Simpson said she is delighted to announce the beginning of the project construction, which is 100% funded by the State Government, with Sunshine Coast Council contracted to…

Mooloolaba Boat Harbour Entrance Independent Review

The State Government has appointed RPS Consulting as the independent reviewer to investigate short and long-term solutions for managing shoaling at the Mooloolah River bar crossing at Mooloolaba. RPS Consulting bring international experience in coastal engineering and previously led the independent review of the Bribie Island breakthrough. As we know the harbour entrance faces ongoing…

LNP commits to keeping the lights on for community sport in Maroochydore

The LNP has committed to a major lighting upgrade at the Maroochydore Rugby Union Club to help the club’s ongoing battle to pay the heavy annual repair bill. LNP Maroochydore MP, Fiona Simpson said that the project would allow the club to replace the rusting and failing lighting system at the Cotton Tree grounds. Ms…

Funding wins for local sports and community groups

Local sports and community groups have received a welcome funding boost through the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) grants. Nearly $130,000 in grants will be paid to five local groups in the Maroochydore electorate, including: Marcoola Surf Club will receive $29,818 to purchase a tractor; Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre will receive $31,307…

UPDATE: Protecting the Mudjimba Island coral reef

Thank you everyone who signed the petition to protect Mudjimba Island Coral Reef.  We had over 1,000 people sign the petition calling for the installation of moorings to stop anchor damage while still allowing safe access. Last week I tabled the petition in Parliament. The Minister had committed to a feasibility report to investigate this request following…