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…
Construction of toilets for Mount Coolum National Park visitors is due to start in a weeks time with works anticipated to take about 10 weeks. These new amenities represent a $425,000 investment in the first Budget of the Crisafulli Government. After many years of advocating for this much-needed project and calling on the former government…
Further financial assistance is being provided to families with the PlayOn! Sports Vouchers currently open for applications. Queensland child aged 5 to 17 is eligible for one voucher per financial year – if you didn’t apply for a voucher in the Round 1 (August/September 2025) make sure you don’t miss out, vouchers must be redeemed…
$220,000 is being provided for the Maroochydore Electorate through the Back to School Boost! $100 will be automatically credited to every primary school student school account to assist with contributing to school costs and essentials such as books, excursions, sports fees and uniforms. The funds can only be used for costs that schools charge to…
