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Even though inflation is down from post COVID-19 highs and there is some interest rate relief, as Sandy said in Parliament, at grass roots, the reality is we have overburdened not-for-profits and volunteers delivering everything from food to accommodation through…

Queenslanders have endured ongoing financial and emotional hardship since the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes increases in domestic violence and mental health issues and a housing crisis. In addition, high inflations, with this budget addressing cost of living pressures through electricity…

Following a journey of six years, in late 2023 the Kabi Kabi Peoples Aboriginal Corporation (KKPAC) was one of fifteen successful First Nations organisations to receive funding for ranger positions in the second tranche of rangers of the hundred additional…

In response to concerns regarding the cancellation of this much-loved annual event by the King of the Mountain (KOM) committee, Sandy asked a Question without Notice (QWN) during Parliament to the Queensland Minister for Environment, which is below including the…

In November 2022, following Sandy’s long advocacy, a small portion of land was revocated from Tuchekoi National Park to provide ongoing tenure for the Pomona Men’s Shed who have used this site since 2014. A lease had previously been possible…

Noosa Electorate state schools, youth groups and eligible community organisations can request a Queensland Flag via our office on 5319 3100 or via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au under the Free Queensland Flag Scheme. To read more about the scheme, please visit www.premiers.qld.gov.au/publications/categories/policies-and-codes/assets/free-queensland-flag-scheme.pdf Residents…

With the cancellation of Parliament for a week due to the death of the Queen, the revocation of this land from Tuchekoi National Park, has been delayed along with other outcomes expected by now. We have been advised that this…

Assistance for individuals: Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance For information on Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance, contact the Community Recovery Hotline 1800 173 349 or visit qld.gov.au/community/disasters-emergencies. Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment Support for…

Formerly State Forest and now National Park, to give surety to organisations such as Pomona Men’s Shed who utilise one part of the property a small portion of land included the old Ranger’s House is in the process of being…

A meeting was held between Pomona Men’s Shed (PMS), Noosa Council staff, Councillors and QPWS to address the ongoing concerns surrounding tenure and the Rangers Hut. As clarified by QPWS and their previous correspondence there are no issues, it is…