Former member of State Parliament and champion for the Sunshine Coast, Gordon Simpson, has passed away Wednesday (May 10) night at the age of 87, “promoted into the arms of Jesus”, his family has announced. He left a powerful legacy which imprints the Sunshine Coast and Queensland today during his time serving as the Member…
DetailsMember for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson is sending a clear message to Council and to the local community that she does not support Council’s plans to build a permanent rock wall at the Maroochy River mouth. Ms Simpson is joining with community members in their “don’t rock the Maroochy” campaign. Ms Simpson said she had called…
DetailsI’ve been speaking to families at my local listening posts who say they are finding it hard to get their school leavers into apprenticeships. And I’m concerned about new ABS figures that show unemployment rates for the Sunshine Coast are up 2.2% to 11%, despite the opening of our new $1.8 billion hospital which has…
DetailsAnnastacia Palaszczuk has botched the introduction of ridesharing services, leaving thousands of taxi owners and operators angry, frustrated and out of pocket. The LNP will treat drivers, owners and operators with respect as we try to repair the damage caused by this Labor Government. We will ensure safe transport for passengers and drivers while also…
DetailsLocal community groups, schools and Councils are invited to apply for grants of up to $20,000 to help improve safety for all road users. Groups have until 26 May to submit their application for funding under the Queensland Government’s Community Road Safety Grant Scheme which provides grants for small-scale, short-term road safety projects. Road safety…
DetailsPeople living in community titles schemes may be interested to give their feedback on the Queensland Government’s review of Queensland’s property laws. Consultation closes on 5 May 2017. The review includes an examination of issues arising under legislation governing ownership, use and dealings in real property in Queensland including the Property Law Act 1974 and…
DetailsElderly Sunshine Coast residents are waiting too long for cataract surgery, Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said today. Ms Simpson is calling on the Health Minister to provide more funding for ophthalmology surgery so that patients in need can get this life-changing treatment sooner. “It’s not acceptable for elderly people to be waiting a year…
DetailsTwo hundred people enjoyed a sparkling night of celebrations to honour this year’s winners of the Sunshine Coast Inspiring Women Awards thanks to local MP Fiona Simpson and a host of local companies. Four Award winners were selected from almost 100 exceptional women who were nominated for the significant contribution they make in serving others…
DetailsIt's time the public were told how many people convicted or charged with criminal offences change their names each year, Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said today. Ms Simpson has called on the Attorney General in State Parliament to come clean by fully answering the question she put to her in Parliament – but to…
DetailsCruelty isn't funny. This was the subject of my speech in Parliament today. The slogans on Wicked Vans are just nasty and cruel, Fiona Simpson tells Parliament during debate on a bill to crackdown on highly offensive advertising on the side of vehicles. Ms Simpson said children deserved to be protected from the offensive material…
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