The LNP has called on the Palaszczuk Labor Government to provide a firm commitment on exactly when new public record laws will come to Parliament following the completion of public consultation on the Public Records Act review. Dubbed the “Mangocube Laws”, the proposed changes will make the “deliberate attempt to delete records” an offence under…
DetailsThis grant is Queensland’s largest one-off community grants program. The $100,000 Super Round is the only one for 2023 – the other three rounds starting in later in the year will be the standard grant rounds of $35,000. Queensland community and not-for-profits can apply for this funding with a share of $20 million up for…
DetailsWant some advice on how best to prepare your learner driver and keep them safe on the road? If you’re interested in learning the important first steps in how to teach your learner driver and ensure they are safe and proficient drivers, book into the next free workshop (details provided below) or contact Helenea for…
DetailsThe YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament (QYP) is fantastic opportunity for those ages 15-25 years of age to nominate to become a Youth Member. The six-month program will teach the Youth Member all they need to know about parliamentary debate, Bill writing, working with the media and more! QYP also provides a fantastic opportunity for personal…
DetailsThe Loo with a View in Mooloolaba is to be demolished….. For many locals the news that the Loo with a View is to be demolished was devastating as it holds many memories and is a Mooloolaba icon. Council reported that feedback from more than 1300 surveys and conversations with community and stakeholders showed a…
DetailsThere’s been commentary in the media about a revocation of a section of Mt Coolum National Park for flood works as part of the airport expansion. This sounded like there were new works, but this is not the case. I’ve checked this with Council and it’s been confirmed that there are no new flood works…
DetailsThe Sunshine Coast Post Implementation Review (PIR) Draft Report has now been released for community and stakeholder review and feedback. The draft report will be available for comment until Sunday 12 March 2023 and is available for viewing and download HERE. Airservices will be hosting a drop-in session on Saturday, 4 March 2023 from 12:00…
DetailsSafety and congestion on our roads are major issues people are raising as we fight for the right infrastructure to keep our area beautiful and liveable. It’s good to see the recently announced $5 million funding for the upgrade to the intersection of Yandina-Coolum Road, School Road and South Coolum Road but the Sunshine Motorway…
DetailsPedestrian and bike rider surveys The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that pedestrian and bike rider surveys will be undertaken intermittently from 13 February 2023 for approximately two weeks (weather permitting) for the Sunshine Motorway, Mooloolah River Interchange (MRI) Upgrade. Cameras will be installed at various locations at Karawatha Drive, Seriata…
DetailsIn 2015, the Government changed and Labor Premier Palaszczuk watered down youth justice laws by: Abolishing breach of bail for juveniles as an offence; Dumping the early intervention “boot camp” programs to divert young offenders away from a life of crime; and Bringing in detention as a last resort, meaning that today even serious and…
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