Car parking and the lack of toilets have been contentious issues at this popular and beautiful Mt Coolum National Park. I’ve continued to pursue both issues with the State Government and Council. The Environment Department will not allow toilets within the National Park and on that they’re not moving. More positively, there have been negotiations between…
Community concerns over the design of the Mooloolaba Seawall have led to a pause while Council reconsiders with a report due on May 30. I am hoping that this will result in a design that respects the local beach environment and enhances the community space while also getting it right for public access during construction…
Caloundra has been consigned to a car park after the Albanese Government cut the Sunshine Coast Heavy Passenger Rail through to Maroochydore. Under Labor, the Sunshine Coast rail will not be delivered to Maroochydore before the 2032 Games, despite being a key promise to Queenslanders in the bid. Maroochydore and Kawana will miss out and…
Dear Friend Honouring the heroes of the past is important to valuing and protecting our wonderful country of Australia for current and future generations. I co-wrote a special song, “Lest We Forget”, a few years ago and then produced it to share with whoever feels as passionately as I do about our country. In the…
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 Queensland State Grants that are currently available: Investing in QLD Women Grant Program – up to…
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…
Applications are now open for the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) Super Rounds. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund there is a massive $30 million of funding available for the Super Round. Queensland community groups and not-for-profit organisations are encouraged to benefit from the super-sized grants of up to $100,000.…
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…
Recently I attended the Suncoast Community Legal Service (SCLS) combined opening of their new offices and celebration of 40 years of serving the Sunshine Coast Community. The SCLS for the past 40 years has had local solicitors volunteer in their own time to provide free legal advice, casework, information, and referral services to the community. I…
Local sports and community groups have received a welcome funding boost through the latest round of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) grants. Ms Simpson said nearly $130,000 in grants will be paid to six local groups in the Maroochydore electorate, including: Marcoola Surf Club will receive $29,818 to purchase a tractor; Maroochy Neighbourhood Centre…
