The State Government still has questions to answer about the traffic impacts of the Sekisui/Yaroomba Beach development, State MP Fiona Simpson said today. Ms Simpson called on Transport Minister Mark Bailey to explain what he and his department were doing to address these concerns. Ms Simpson said that she supported a new hotel development in…
DetailsShadow Attorney-General David Janetzki said it was disgraceful staff must use umbrellas inside the Maroochydore Courthouse to keep dry when it rains. Mr Janetzki and Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson slammed the Labor Government for ignoring terrible working conditions caused by the building’s leaky roofs and disrepair. “It’s just not good enough that there is…
DetailsQueensland small businesses have been hit with a new waste tax in today’s State Labor Budget which will cost them and their customers $1.3 billion over the next four years. “It’s a cruel and crass tax that takes more than Labor is giving in any cash incentives to business,” Ms Simpson said. “The Budget papers…
DetailsDELIVERING faster payments to businesses working with the State Government is part of Liberal National Party Leader Deb Frecklington’s plan to encourage owners to grow and employ more Queenslanders. Ms Frecklington and Shadow Minister for Small Business Fiona Simpson unveiled the plan to industry representatives at a breakfast in Brisbane this morning. “Small businesses are…
DetailsCalling all entrepreneurs. Grants of up to $5000 are available to provide new small businesses access to professional advice and support in the critical early stages of establishing a business. For info go to https://www.business.qld.gov.au/…/grants/entrepreneur-grants Applications close 5 June.
DetailsFemale students, or women seeking to return to full-time study, would $1000 help you with your studies? Applications are now open for a number of bursaries through the National Council of Women of Queensland (NCWQ). Some are available for women over 25 too. Go online, check out your eligibility, get in your application and kick…
DetailsDon’t be a bystander. This year’s campaign encourages Queenslanders to recognise the signs of domestic and family violence and learn how to safely intervene to get people the help they need. This is our opportunity to take action to break the cycle of domestic and family violence, and send a clear message that violence of…
DetailsI have called on the Government to release the long-overdue review of the Mt Coolum National Park Management Plan for public consultation. I have been asking the Minister to update the 1998 plan to ensure all issues, including the need for public toilets and parking are being addressed to protect Mt Coolum National Park, and…
DetailsLocal businesses and residents of the Sunshine Coast who are struggling to pay their water bills don’t need another hike in water prices. This week in Parliament I called on the State Labor Government to reject the Queensland Competition Authority’s recommendation for a further increase in water prices. Watch my speech in Parliament here: http://tv.parliament.qld.gov.au/?reference=0Mba20180516_174956…
DetailsDid you know that the biggest employers on the Sunshine Coast are actually the smallest? About 22% of Sunshine Coasters are in business for themselves, having a go and creating jobs for other people. This week is Small Business Week and I want to acknowledge and celebrate the entrepreneurs who take the risk of developing…
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