Your Voice. Your Noosa.
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.
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✅ 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝐒𝐅𝐃 & 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐒 🤜 have been given in response to my Question Without Notice in Parliament. Thank you to the Deputy Premier who assured that the development of new regional plans would be actioned as soon as possible in consultation with local councils, which gives Noosa another avenue to oppose the excessive population targets thrust on us in the ShapingSEQ Plan 2023. ![]()
🏨In addition, that developers who use the SFD process must work with Local Governments and if they don’t, Government would cancel their applications. In 2024 I opposed the legislation that facilitated bypassing councils in the SFD pathway, so this confirmation is appreciated, and I thank the Deputy Premier and the new government for this. Now we just need an appropriate definition of ‘affordable’ in the regulations to ensure that what is applied for is genuinely so for our key industry workers 🙏 ![]()
👉To read the QWN in full, head to documents.parliament.qld.gov.au/events/han/2025/2025_03_12_DAILY.pdf#page=26%20 ![]()
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𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐅𝐌𝐈 🌳is an acronym for an association that provides supports for relatives, carers and friends of those impacted with mental health challenges. It was lovely to meet with Irene and Celine who are ambassadors for this not-for-profit and discuss their inaugural report that revealed the realities including how carers sacrifice their own mental, physical, and emotional well-being, and why it is so important to look after them! ❤️ Thankfully, there is assistance as well respite, and we also now have the new Cooroy Mental Health Carer Connection Group, which meets on the third Thursday of every month to provide a much-needed local peer support, and a shoulder. 🙏![]()
👉 To read the full report visit arafmi.com.au/at-what-cost/ ![]()
👉 For more information on Arafmi Ltd visit arafmi.com.au/ ![]()
👉 For more information or to register your interest for the the Cooroy Mental Health Carer Connection Group visit arafmi.com.au/series/cooroy-mental-health-carer-connection-group/
𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 🚧 𝐊𝐈𝐍 𝐊𝐈𝐍 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 🛣 Transport and Main Roads (TMR) have advised that pavement repairs will be undertaken in various locations along Kin Kin Road (see information and maps below). These works are anticipated to take several weeks to complete and commenced on Tuesday 11 March 2024 between Wahpunga Lane and Sheppersons Lane, Kin Kin. ![]()
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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁: ![]()
👉 Works will be carried out during the night between 6pm and 6am, Sunday to Thursday, however some weekend works may be required. ![]()
👉 Temporary traffic changes including lane closures, roadworks speed limits reductions and short-term traffic disruptions will be in place to ensure motorist and roadworker safety. ![]()
👉 Motorists should allow extra time when planning their travel and follow the directions of roadside signage and traffic controllers. ![]()
👉 Nearby residents and businesses can expect some increased noise, light, dust and vibration while works are underway. ![]()
👉 Updates can also be accessed by calling 13 19 40 or visiting qldtraffic.qld.gov.au.![]()
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Repair Locations: ![]()
📌 From north of Buckley Road to Wahpungra Lane, Kin Kin (Image #1)![]()
📌 Between Wahpunga Lane and Sheppersons Lane, Kin Kin (Image #2)![]()
📌 Between Main Street and Eastern Branch Road , Kin Kin (Image #3)![]()
📌 From North of Sallwood Court to Mountain View Road, Pinbarren (Image #4)![]()
📌 From north of Exhibition Street to Reserve Street, Pomona (Image #5)![]()
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For anyone that requires alternate accommodation during these works at night, please contact our office on 5319 3100.![]()
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For further information contact North Coast TMR on 5451 7055 or email northcoast@tmr.qld.gov.au
𝐀𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐒 𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐍 𝐕𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 ‘𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐍’ – This may sound ‘scary’ and it is!! 😦 Hence why we funded the production of another 6 ‘Asparagus Assassins’ (tools to effectively remove Asparagus fern) for our Noosa coast care groups💚 This tool was developed by Noosan Ron Gooch, and as promised, Noosa Bushcare is having an open day between 9 and 11.30am Saturday 29 March for residents to learn about ecological restoration, see a demonstration of the new tool in action and have a chance to make a difference to the environment 💪. Details on the flyer below including what to bring 😊👍 Gratitude to all of our coast and bush care group vollies 👨👩👦👦 that work tirelessly on our behalf🙏![]()
👉For anyone who would like to support conservation efforts in our bushland, please visit www.noosacoastcare.org.au, or www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561338802015 or email cooeeron4a.a@gmail.com.
𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄 𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐒𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐃𝐆𝐄! 🏖 Noosa tourism and associated businesses gathered for updates amongst this historic and much-loved site with its fresh makeover and a glorious backdrop of birdlife! With the Government’s 20yr tourism plan, Destination 2045, a hot topic, the importance of retaining our uniqueness is high on everyone’s priority 👍❤️ ![]()
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Thank you to the TN and Halse Lodge teams for a wonderful evening, and to all our operators who are passionate about providing world class experiences, with a big congratulations to Bounce Noosa, Everglades Eco Safaris, Drop Bear Adventures and Book Me who secured top places in the recent Adventure Tourism Awards 👏👏 🙏![]()
For TN information and membership, head to www.visitnoosa.com.au/membership-signup#join ![]()
For some history on Halse Lodge, head to bit.ly/41LwOlt. ![]()
Tourism Noosa, Halse Lodge Noosa Heads
𝐈𝐅 𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐃𝐄𝐃, 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐓 🚧 and stay away from trees, as you can see from the one that just dropped at home!😢With the heavy rain overnight, potentially more on the way and possible minor flooding, stay safe and drive to conditions, and never in flood water which is the number one cause of flood related deaths. Stay informed of local updates on Noosa Council’s Disaster Dashboard at disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au.![]()
⛈️Road closures: qldtraffic.qld.gov.au![]()
⛈️Flood cameras: qldtraffic.qld.gov.au/cameras.html, scroll down past the traffic cameras until you see the flood cameras.![]()
⛈️Dam release alert subscription: www.seqwater.com.au/dam-release-notification-service![]()
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GENERAL INFO![]()
🚊🚍Public transport remains deeply impacted, especially rail services (no train to Parliament today!) due to debris on the tracks and safety assessments underway. As updated yesterday, please check the Translink website at translink.com.au or phone 13 12 30 before heading on any journeys.![]()
👨🏫A reminder that school closures are updated at closures.qld.edu.au![]()
🟢Council related updates can be found on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/noosacouncil![]()
💸The Federal Government have advised that individuals impacted financially by Cyclone Alfred may be able to access assistance from the Disaster Recovery Allowance and they will be releasing more information tomorrow 2pm Tuesday 11 March including which Local Government Areas will be eligible and how to apply. Head to business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/disaster-recovery-allowance-dra. There are State Government related disaster recovery resources available at www.qld.gov.au/community/disasters-emergencies.![]()
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🧑💼👩💼 For financial help, support and advice about managing your business before, during and after a disaster, as well to complete the QLD Government Disaster impact survey, head to www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/natural-disaster.![]()
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🚤 The closure of the Noosa Pilotage Area has been lifted by Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ), however people are being urged to reconsider the need to go out on the water. A reminder to check the MSQ Dashboard for updates via www.qldmaritime.msq.qld.gov.au![]()
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Again, watch those roads and stay away from those sand embankments ! Though from the look of this crane, the fishing is good on the river? 🙏
𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 ♥ A very well-earned retirement for an incredible Noosan, who exemplifies humility, integrity and commitment to all. The word legend came up constantly as attendees shared their stories on Phil, including myself, MC Ian, Kim, Dave and so many more. He has been a shining light to our community and across Australia, making being environmentally conscious very cool! 😎. From turning Noosa Landcare 🌳 into the largest in Australia to educating the next generations of caretakers, Phil’s legacy will live on and on. We all shed a tear 😥 as we will miss his wisdom and passion for people and place. ![]()
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As Ian said so beautifully in his poem:![]()
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𝐵𝑢𝑡 𝑙𝑖𝑘𝑒 𝑎 𝑡𝑟𝑒𝑒 ℎ𝑒’𝑠 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑑, 𝑁𝑜𝑜𝑠𝑎 𝐿𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑡 ℎ𝑎𝑠 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑤𝑛,![]()
𝐸𝑛𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑠𝑜𝑟𝑡𝑠 𝑜𝑓 𝑤𝑒𝑎𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑙𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑠ℎ𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑒 𝑖𝑡 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤𝑛.![]()
𝑃ℎ𝑖𝑙 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑠𝑎𝑦 ℎ𝑒’𝑠 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑦, 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑟𝑜𝑙𝑒 ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒’𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡,![]()
𝐵𝑢𝑡 𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑦 ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑑𝑖𝑠𝑝𝑢𝑡𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡, 𝑤𝑖𝑠ℎ 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑤𝑒𝑙𝑙… ℎ𝑎𝑝𝑝𝑦 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑒.![]()
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Hear hear! Happy adventuring Phil, thank you for everything🙏❤️![]()
For more info on Noosa Landcare head to 👉 noosalandcare.org/
FAREWELL ALFRED 👋🌦️ 8 MARCH 7PM – The remains of ‘Alfie’ 🌀 are expected to move inland, and our thoughts are with those in the direct impact area, including the 750,000 Queenslanders who are still without power 😢 ![]()
With this my last Alf update (unless there is a major change) I will be returning with a backlog of normal posts tomorrow 😀 However please keep checking @Noosa Council’s Disaster Dashboard at disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au or their Facebook page (FB) at www.facebook.com/noosacouncil for updates and emergency contacts if needed over the next days.![]()
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A couple of important messages from Council and State Government below, and I will see you either out and about tomorrow or when I get back from Parliament Friday night 🙏![]()
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🛒Some shops and service stations either remained open or have reopened today or will tomorrow Sunday 9 March. Check their Facebook pages (FB) or call ahead before making a trip.![]()
⚡️If you see a fallen power line, assume it’s live and report it to Energex via 13 19 62.![]()
🌳Please report any fallen trees to Council via the ‘Snap Send Solve’ app. Alternatively call their Customer Service Call Centre via 5329 6500.![]()
📲Mobile service outages are being worked on by the providers with assistance of Energex teams, as even though not in the State realm, residents and businesses rely on these.![]()
🏥Emergency departments remain operational, thank you Noosa Hospital as well as the Sunshine Coast University Hospital, including the over 300 healthcare workers, across the region, who stayed overnight to ensure this.![]()
🚊🚌On public transport, from 6pm tonight, by heading to translink.com.au, residents will be able to see the services that will resume operating from Sunday. Government have advised that the Sunshine Coast bus timetable should operate as normal however rail remains deeply impacted. Please check the Translink website linked above for further updates and to confirm any specific routes before heading on a trip.![]()
🚢Noosa North Shore Ferry will resume normal operating hours tomorrow Sunday. For further updates, follow their FB at www.facebook.com/noosanorthshoreferries.![]()
✈️Airports have advised that flights will begin tomorrow Sunday and that they are communicating with passengers.![]()
🧑🏫It is Education QLD’s intention to open as many schools as possible on Monday 10 March, however please continue to check for updates at closures.qld.edu.au.![]()
🗑️Council advised they are looking at restoring bin collection Monday. Check their FB for more updates. Cooroy & Pomona Transfer stations will reopen on Sunday 8am to 1pm.![]()
🏊📕Noosaville Library, Leisure and Aquatic Centres reopen Sunday, however regular Aqua classes return Monday. Note the refuge space set up at @Noosa Leisure Centre is no longer operating. Cooroy Library is reopening on Monday.![]()
🏖️Beaches currently remain closed, Council are advising residents to please stay off the dunes. Continue to check their FB for further updates.![]()
⚠️Leave any sand bags in place or store them over the weekend until the threat of rainfall has ceased. Council have said they would provide more updates regarding on their page.![]()
🐨If you find any wildlife is need, contact one of the following:![]()
👉WILVOS – 5441 6200![]()
👉Wildlife Noosa – 0419 046 999![]()
👉Wildcare Australia – 5527 2444![]()
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Gratitude again to all ⭐️ From residents, businesses and their staff, neighbours, family and friends to our emergency volunteers, first responders, healthcare workers, essential staff, the refuge centre team, Noosa Council, State Government all the way to fellow LDMG members. As I picked up minor debris (only one shopping bag! 😊) and enjoyed the calm of the river tonight we are thankful to all who prepared us for any scenario and look forward to getting back to ‘normal’ tomorrow and supporting our businesses, which for me is a much-needed yoga session and lunch out after being 'marooned' 😀❤️🙏
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SANDY BOLTON MP
Independent Member for Noosa
Phone 07 5319 3100
Suite CB05 Noosa Civic
28 Eenie Creek Rd,
Noosaville QLD 4566
28 Eenie Creek Rd,
Noosaville QLD 4566
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