The results are in and it’s clear that when it comes to celebrating Australia Day the Sunshine Coast knows how to do it best. After a response to our recent community poll, the verdict is strong: a BBQ or a day at the beach with friends is the most popular way to celebrate Australia Day.…
The search on for the State’s outstanding innovators in science, mathematics, engineering and technology, with applications now open for the 2026 Peter Doherty Awards for Excellence in STEM education. Queensland Year 12 students, teachers, support officers, schools and education partners (including volunteers, mentors, school clusters or other organisations) are encouraged to apply for the awards. The prestigious awards have a total prize pool of $140,000. Now in the 23rd…
The Crisafulli Government is taking the first Community Cabinet of 2026 to Caloundra on Sunday, 8 March, as it continues to deliver a fresh start for the Sunshine Coast. Premier David Crisafulli and Ministers will be available to meet with Sunshine Coast residents, groups, business owners, leaders and stakeholders to listen to their priorities for the region. The Crisafulli Government will also update the community on how it is making the Sunshine Coast…
I am so grateful for our country of Australia. We all have different journeys. Whether we were born here or have chosen to make Australia our home, we equally share the opportunity and responsibility to create a better life for each generation that follows. Australian citizenship is a social compact – a promise – that…
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: Queensland Gives Capacity Building Grants – up to $30,000 – closes…
Christmas can be challenging for the hundreds of cats and dogs on the Sunshine Coast who have nowhere to call home. Right now, animal rescues are doing it incredibly tough. They’re stretched to capacity and they’re running out of room. While you might be considering adding a puppy or kitten to the family for Christmas,…
As we approach Christmas, we have some incredible local organisations that support individuals and families doing it tough at this time of year. If you’re looking to give a Christmas gift of kindness, I encourage you to consider donating to groups such as St Vinnies, Lifeline, SunnyKids, Urban Angels, Care Kits for Kids QLD Inc…
Mooloolaba QF3 Coast Guard is currently looking for locals to volunteer in the roles of Boat Crew, Radio Operators, Administration and Maintenance – if you have one of these skills or just want to help the boating community this is your chance to be part of the team. As a Patron of the Coast Guard…
This week the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Deb Frecklington MP, and myself announced a commitment of $5 million for the Maroochydore Courthouse upgrade. The upgrade will include a security upgrade to the court’s entry along with a refurbishment of the court registry to accommodate additional staff, as well as a new safe room for…
Next week marks the final sitting week of Parliament for the year. It has been a monumental year in politics, with strong progress toward delivering on our commitment through Making Queensland Safer laws. As part of the Making Queensland Safer suite of legislation, Parliament passed key new laws, including Adult Crime, Adult Time for serious…
