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As an Independent Member of the Queensland Parliament, I am honoured to represent the wonderful diversity that is Noosa, not a political party or personal ideology. This is liberating and empowering for the residents of our electorate and provides opportunity to create a future that you have envisioned. One that is bold in researching ideas and trialling new ways to address our challenges, through the development of partnerships and a focus on what unites. One that encourages open discussion and respectful debate which concentrates on common ground and what can be achieved. One that considers all viewpoints and perspectives, with objective research and a passion for people, that puts Noosa first.
I am your voice. It is your Noosa.

LATEST FROM NOOSA 360

September 24, 2026

Background  Parliamentary committees in Queensland perform vital oversight of government activity, including changes to legislation. This is usually done by an Upper House, however in…

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October 6, 2026

In October 2025, Sandy directed a Question on Notice to the Premier regarding an Independent Crime Statistics Body. This was asked after similar questions to…

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October 2, 2026

Further to previous updates regarding rising insurance premiums and concerns about impacts from the Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan, in response to resident concerns regarding a…

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September 24, 2026

Background  Parliamentary committees in Queensland perform vital oversight of government activity, including changes to legislation. This is usually done by an Upper House, however in…

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September 21, 2026

Throughout the three-year journey of MSQ’s Noosa River Management Plan, MSQ have worked to assist vulnerable liveaboard residents, with our office calling on the Minister…

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September 21, 2026

Further to our earlier update regarding copper theft leading to a lack of off-ramp lighting in many locations along the Bruce Highway and other major…

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September 17, 2026

Further to our last update, the Queensland Government recently released its first ‘Nightlife Economy Action Plan 2026-2032’, including major reforms and liquor licensing changes aimed…

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September 16, 2026

In response to funding a transport pilot for Noosa residents to Sunshine Coast University Hospital to demonstrate the need for a transport option other than…

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September 14, 2026

Following our August update, which confirmed a trial of modified acoustic whale alarms would be conducted at Noosa during the 2026 southern whale migration period, the Queensland…

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September 7, 2026

Read our September 2026 newsletter! With everything from the Queensland Budget Estimates to Noosa River and housing updates, the Tewantin Bypass, e-bike changes, shark control…

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September 3, 2026

Further to an earlier update outlining the Noosa River Marine Zone restrictions impacting jet ski usage in the Noosa River or Personal Watercraft (PWC) as they are referred to, the following information is…

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September 2, 2026

Further to our enquiry with the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) in 2022 asking when a Northern Sunshine Coast Public Transport Strategy would be finalised, this…

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August 28, 2026

In response to concerns raised by local businesses about the practical application of assistance animal legislation, and the challenges businesses and frontline staff can face…

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August 28, 2026

We have been contacted by constituents with concerns following the recent ABC Four Corners investigation into alleged food fraud, product mislabelling and food safety issues…

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August 21, 2026

Following our Question on Notice to the Minister for Women and Women’s Economic Security seeking clarification on how Government identifies and responds to emerging issues affecting women…

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August 19, 2026

As discussed in our July update, the public comment period on Noosa Council’s EPBC referral for the Beckmans Road upgrade (Tewantin Bypass Stage 2) had closed, with the outcome…

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August 17, 2026

During the Health, Environment and Innovation Committee Estimates Hearing, I welcomed confirmation that additional Queensland Ambulance Service staff and resources have been allocated to the…

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August 6, 2026

Transparency, accountability and good governance are fundamental to a healthy democracy. Queenslanders deserve confidence that public funds are spent wisely, government decisions properly scrutinised, and…

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July 29, 2026

Read this August 2026 Newsletter! With everything from the Queensland Budget Estimates to Queensland police e-bike enforcement operations, updates on road infrastructure projects, plus so…

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July 24, 2026

Following concerns raised by residents regarding electric bikes purchased in good faith that are no longer permitted to be used on public roads and paths…

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July 15, 2026

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that detailed design has now been completed for safety improvement works on Eumundi-Noosa Road between…

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July 10, 2026

Given the impacts currently being experienced by businesses due to Noosa Council’s Doonella Bridge Upgrade, the following information is provided to outline processes and supports…

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July 9, 2026

Read this July 2026 newsletter! With everything from the Queensland Budget to new e-mobility laws, updates on the Shark Control Program and celebrating this year’s…

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July 9, 2026

As discussed in our August 2025 update, Noosa Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) continue planning for Stage 2 of the…

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July 9, 2026

Following ongoing advocacy regarding the rising cost of home insurance, we submitted a Question on Notice to the Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training…

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July 9, 2026

While our endeavours to seek a response through federal government representatives to questions surrounding cloud seeding have not been responded to, the following information has…

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