Now is the time to nominate a local hero or admirable Australian who you would like to see recognised on Australia Day 2017 for the outstanding contribution they have made. Each year the Awards recognise 128 Australians who have made a difference to our society in many different ways – either as volunteers, pioneers, charity…
I am celebrating news of a win for road safety along a busy section of theYandina-Coolum Road with members of the Yandina Creek and Coolum Beach Christian College community. In response to concerns raised by the local community, I have been campaigning to have speed limit reduced from 100km/h to 80 km/h on the section…
Just a friendly reminder about the importance of updating your personal address details – it could save you a lot of unintended costs. Election times are a good reminder to ensure that your address details are up to date with the Australian Electoral Commission and other government agencies like Queensland Transport. Unfortunately not updating your…
The Labor Government's infrastructure freeze has seen a billion dollars a year stripped from the State's infrastructure spend meaning we're not only fighting for a fairer share of the pie, but a bigger pie as these state-wide cuts are unsustainable. However, we will keep fighting with one united voice, speaking up for the region and…
Sunshine Coast Street Angels are looking for volunteers who can work with experienced Team Leaders for a couple of nights a month. Supported by Community Solutions Inc., Street Angels is a volunteer based public safety service for individuals in need due to homelessness, intoxication, substance abuse, personal distress or at risk of causing physical harm…
Ten not-for-profit organisations in the Maroochydore electorate are celebrating funding wins from latest quarterly round of the State Government Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Funds totalling over $200,000 will support the vital work of these hardworking local community groups and help Sunshine Coast residents to lead more active lives and be connected in the community. Successful…
A new service providing tenancy advice and advocacy is now operating at the office of Suncoast Community Legal Service, TAFE Building, 170 Horton Parade, Maroochydore. The service provides advice to tenants about their rights and responsibilities and helps with tenancy blacklist database removal. It also provides RTA dispute resolution assistance and advocates with landlords, their…
This is your opportunity to nominate an individual or organisation for their outstanding contribution to not-for-profit organisations in Queensland. Categories include: • Junior (students from Years 7 – 12) • Young (individuals 18 – 30 years of age) • Community (individuals over 30 years of age) • Corporate (corporate/business entity) Recipients of the…
Construction work is starting soon to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians at the busy intersection with Pacific Terrace and Mooloolaba Road (also known as Buderim Ave). The new traffic lights and signal-controlled pedestrian crossings will make it easier and safer for motorists to exit Pacific Terrace and for pedestrians to safety cross this busy…
I have asked the Attorney-General to appeal the suspended sentence recently handed out to the perpetrator of another senseless, alcohol-fuelled, violent assault on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast community has been shocked by news of another violent attack on our streets and is asking how the attacker has walked free from Court with a…
