The number of dental patients on the waiting list in the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) has almost halved during the period February 2013 to December 2013. Health Minister Lawrence Springborg said SCHHS issued 12,139 dental vouchers, of which 11,632 have already been claimed – giving patients access to dental care they…
DetailsMember for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson today welcomed news that 8 more first year constables have joined the Sunshine Coast Police Service. Ms Simpson said the State Government is delivering on its election promise to revitalise frontline services. “These new police officers are in addition to the 19 more police officers added to the Sunshine Coast…
DetailsState MP and Queensland Speaker Fiona Simpson is inviting nominations for a local “Queensland Inspiring Woman” to be honoured at a breakfast at Queensland Parliament House. Ms Simpson said the awards, which she is hosting, are to acknowledge the contributions made by the many amazing women in our communities, in recognition of International Women’s Day.…
DetailsPlans for the commercial transformation of the Maroochydore’s city centre have taken another step forward with the release for public comment of a proposed development scheme for the Sunshine Coast city. Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jeff Seeney said the development scheme sets out the Queensland Government and local council’s…
DetailsAll five state schools in the Maroochydore electorate have won almost $800,000 in funding to boost students’ learning, following the announcement of a new education program, Great Results Guarantee. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said it is part of the State Government’s commitment to better student outcomes. “We want every student in Queensland…
DetailsEnergex crews and the company’s field staff have just received a boost with Energy and Water Supply Minister Mark McArdle and local MP Fiona Simpson welcoming two new apprentices to Maroochydore. The apprentice Electrical Fitter Mechanics, Jordan Anstey and Steve English (pictured left to right), will learn all aspects of the region’s 11,000sqkm power grid.…
DetailsA MAJOR $810,000 upgrade to Mooloolaba boating facilities is set to begin next week in order to boost access for boating and tourist community. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson welcomed the State-funded work on the ramps, located on Mooloolaba Harbour, at Parkyn Parade, saying it was a significant investment in local marine infrastructure. “The existing…
DetailsMember for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson welcomed news of more funding wins for sports and recreation clubs in the Maroochydore electorate. Ms Simpson said that eight clubs in her electorate had been successful in gaining grants of up to $10,000 to boost club membership numbers in the second release of the State Government’s Get Going program.…
DetailsMaroochydore’s Suncare Community Service and the Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club are among those who were successful under the latest round of State Government community funding. It’s part of millions of dollars provided across Queensland through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund and the Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund. Member for Maroochydore Fiona Simpson said the…
DetailsChristmas has come early for nine sport and recreation clubs in the Maroochydore electorate, with round two of the State Government’s Get Playing and Get Going funding announced today. Member for Maroochydore said it was part of more than $14.5 million dollars approved for Queensland clubs under this funding round. Get Playing and Get…
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