Media release Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning and Minister for Industrial RelationsThe Honourable Jarrod Bleijie BUILDING QUEENSLAND’S FUTURE 3,700 more homes unlocked for the Sunshine Coast $50.9 million will unlock more than 3,700 new homes on the Sunshine Coast. Residential Activation Fund has unlocked more than 140,000 places to call home…
Media release Minister for Transport and Main RoadsThe Honourable Brent Mickelberg The contract has been awarded to progress long-term management and safety improvements at Mooloolah River entrance. Independent review recommendations are being delivered to improve navigational safety and accessibility. The Crisafulli Government is getting on with the job to support local jobs, marine industries, recreational users and the Sunshine Coast economy. Capital works to improve safety…
Traffic signals and improved pedestrian crossings on the two Mayfield Street intersections – at Alexandra Parade and Buderim Avenue/Pettigrew Street – are planned and your feedback on the design is sought. The Department of Transport advises that the accident history in these locations has triggered the works. As a popular beach destination with increasing traffic…
The new base is three times the size and spans 1,500sqm across three separate hangars. The state-of-the-art facility features an advanced fire suppression system, capacity for two AW139 helicopters and one Challenger 604 jet, six-person crew accommodation and new training rooms and simulators. It was a great honour to join my colleague the Deputy Premier,…
A Maroochydore site has been identified for the project which will provide self-contained units with wraparound support for young people facing housing insecurity on the Sunshine Coast. The site is currently being cleared and prepared for construction to start with completion due in late 2028. Youth foyers offer vulnerable young people aged 16-25 with stable…
Earlier this month I confirmed that $1 million will be invested to deliver 23 new moorings around Mudjimba Island and unlock a great educational partnership with local schools to better protect the environment and train the next generation of marine biologists. This is part of my election commitment to protect Mudjimba Island. The contract to…
Aroona Station preliminary works have commenced beside the Parklands Shopping Centre. The new Aroona Station site geotechnical investigations started in March with full station construction expected to commence in 2027, subject to various regulatory approvals. Aroona Station is part of Stages 1 and 2 rail component that will connect with Stage 3 Metro to Maroochydore…
The Crisafulli Government is taking action to manage shoaling at the Mooloolah River bar on the Sunshine Coast, after receiving recommendations from an independent report. The independent review was commissioned in September 2025 after the death of experienced local skipper Robert ‘Smithy’ smith on 27 August 2025. Smithy’s untimely death was tragic and deeply impacted the Sunshine Coast Community. The…
Illegal e-bikes and e-scooters, accompanied by reckless behaviour, have caused chaos, upset and grave injuries on our streets and in our community. That is why I supported a full parliamentary inquiry to understand the damage left behind by the former Labor Government with e-bikes and e-scooters and to consider the right solutions to address it.…
If your organisation or community group is looking for available grants, my office maybe able to assist. I am also happy to provide letters of support, to request a letter of support, please click HERE . Below is some of the Grants that are currently available: Cultural Tourism Fund – up to $160,000 – closes 23 February…
