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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Sandy Bolton MP

5 days ago

Sandy Bolton MP
𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 - 𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓 𝐋𝐀𝐖𝐒 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐒🚤 As these take effect 1 December, it is important that all our boaties are made aware of the new regulations. With Maritime Safety Queensland reporting that there will be a period of education before enforcement, please make sure to brush up on these changes outlined below to stay safe on the water this summer and avoid any fines! ☀🌊From 1 December, it will be compulsory to wear a lifejacket if:👉 You are boating alone of accompanied by children under 12 years in an open boat less than 4.8m in length whilst underway. 👉You are crossing a designated coastal bar on an open boat, as well in any open area of a boat of any length, and on certain craft including small sail boats, pedal boats, rafts, rowboats, as well sea and surf kayaks. 👉 While boating between sunset and sunrise in an open boat less than 4.8m in length whilst underway. 👉Children aged over one year and under 12 years must wear a lifejacket when on an open boat or in the area of a boat of any length whilst underway.Lifejacket rules for riding a jet ski remain unchanged. For more information, head to www.msq.qld.gov.au/safety/life-jackets ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP is at Queensland Parliament.

5 days ago

Sandy Bolton MP
𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒, 𝐀𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐒𝐎 👩‍⚖️ the first bill to be debated in the 58th Parliament was an ‘urgency’ one with multiple unrelated pieces of legislation that I would normally oppose as there was no community consultation nor scrutiny from a committee. However, it had a needed outcome for Noosa regarding State Facilitated Developments (SFDs) that was time critical with legislation to give power to the Planning Minister to revise or revoke applications. This allows our new government to keep their commitments made during the election, and I thank the Premier and Planning Minister for this, and for their reassurance going forward to work with Noosa Council in ensuring any applications or proposals do not contravene our local planning scheme. After a contentious journey since we opposed the original Bill facilitating the SFD pathway back in April, this is welcomed progress. There were other amendments which you can read about in my speech below which unfortunately I could not deliver due to a ‘bug’ including independence for the Olympics Authority and the Public Sector Commissioner. Now to the ‘not good’ part in this Bill, which was the repealing of the path to treaty process and Truth telling Inquiry. Such an important piece of legislation deserved a full process and consultation, with an alternate path provided allowing all stories to be heard, both indigenous and non 🙏As part of advocacies to take forward, this is included in our Annual Noosa MP survey open from 1 December, so please make sure to have your say by subscribing to our newsletter at www.SandyBolton.com/Newsletters to be notified when open👍 There were other bills introduced including changes to the youth justice laws which we will be posting further on after the next sitting.For anyone wishing to watch parliament live during sitting, head to www.parliament.qld.gov.au, which also has the notice papers and other information including the new portfolio committees.👉 www.sandybolton.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Brisbane-Olympic-and-Paralympic-Games-Arrangements...–-Sandy-Bolton-MP-for-Noosa.pdf ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

6 days ago

Sandy Bolton MP
𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐁𝐔𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒! 🦋 the culinary superstars at the Farmyard Cooking School treated us to a mouthwatering lunch which we devoured! 😋 Over this last term students have been honing their skills with Lisa and the team, creating delicious recipes, as well a line of goodies for the Sunshine Butterflies Pantry range (fabulous Christmas pressies!) with sales supporting fundraising efforts. Gratitude to Leanne and all for the invite, amazing food, and wonderful company! 🙏🙏👉To learn more about the Sunshine Butterflies head over to www.sunshinebutterflies.com.au 👉And to check out the Pantry range www.sunshinebutterflies.com.au/social-enterprise/sunshine-butterflies-pantry ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP is at Parliament House, Brisbane.

1 week ago

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THE 58th PARLIAMENT IS OPEN! 🏦 Royal salutes, 19 cannon shots and the Governors Opening speech in a packed former Legislative Council Chamber formed part of the officialdom, before an afternoon tea on the Speaker’s Green shared with MP’s, their families and guests including staff.👩‍👧‍👦👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A wonderful reminder of how traditions can be blended, with indigenous dance balancing the rigidity of our customs, leading some of us to want to join in!😍 Congratulations to all, and enjoy tonight before heading into debate tomorrow! 😊🙏 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP is at Queensland Parliament.

1 week ago

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BEHIND THE SCENES 🩷 This morning commemorating the 100th female elected to QLD Parliament with a Grand Staircase photo before the opening of the 58th Parliament. As well as a lovely opportunity to welcome our newest MPs! 🙏 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

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𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝟐𝟓!🎉 Over 250 staff gathered to celebrate this milestone along with board members and other dignitaries! A fabulous night that included service awards to the many incredible staff including those ten who have been there for a quarter of a century ✨ with Employee of the Year going to the beautiful Kat Nightingale and her bub due in January 🧡 Congratulations to all including CEO Karl and all teams, with gratitude to sponsors of the night QML Pathology, Icon Cancer Centre - Australia, Dr On Call and Bidfood Australia as it was a top night amongst truly wonderful front liners 🤩🙏🙏For information on our hospital head including the community advisory committee head to www.noosahospital.com.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP is in Queensland.

1 week ago

Sandy Bolton MP
𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 🏴‍☠️🏉 Once plans are finalised for an upgrade, we look forward to working with the team on the funding needed 💪 and checking out the new club solar panels ☀ once installed thanks to our new government and sponsors 💸 To be made a patron of the club is a wonderful honour, especially with my own kids playing ‘way back’! 💖🙏 👉 To help support the club or to register to join, head to: noosapirates.com.au/ Noosa Pirates Rugby League Club ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

2 weeks ago

Sandy Bolton MP
𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐘’𝐒 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊𝐋𝐘 ‘𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏’ – 𝟐𝟐 𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒With the first sitting of the 58th Parliament next week it’s time to pack the ‘Parly port’, which is the bag, not the drink! 😊 We are looking forward to working with the new Government, meeting all new incoming MPs and catching up with the returning ones! 🤗.👩‍⚖️JUDGEMENT ON KIN KIN QUARRY – Noosa Council CEO advised that a judgement is scheduled to be handed down for the ongoing legal case Noosa Council v. Cordwell Resources on Monday 25 November. After such a long wait, understandably our community is both relieved, as well anxious.👉www.noosa.qld.gov.au/noosa/news/article/1271/kin-kin-community-and-council-unite-in-legal-fight Noosa Council Save Noosa Hinterland🚤LIFEJACKET LAWS ARE CHANGING FROM 1 DECEMBER – MSQ generally focuses on education in the initial rollout before they begin handing out infringements, however, please make sure you brush up on these changes before you hit the water this summer to avoid a hefty! 👉www.msq.qld.gov.au/safety/life-jackets @Marine Safety Queensland🏆LOCAL HERO OF THE YEAR – Huge congratulations to Claire Smith, founder of Wildlife Rescue Sunshine Coast who has been named the 2025 Local Hero for Queensland at the 2025 Australian of the Year Awards 👏👏👏👉 noosatoday.com.au/news/21-11-2024/wildlife-rescuer-named-hero-of-the-year/ Australian of the Year AwardsWildlife Rescue Sunshine Coast🥇 TRENDS INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AWARDS – And even more congratulations to our very own Di Henshall and her team who won New Zealand Interior of the Year 2024.Go Noosa!! 💪🧡👉https://trendsideas.com/stories/di-henshall-interior-design-wins-2024-tida-new-zealand-interior-of-the-year Di Henshall Interior Design🎖 QUEENSLAND TOURISM AWARDS – The awards keep coming with On The Beach Noosa bringing home the bronze for Self-Contained Accommodation!👍💗👉https://noosatoday.com.au/news/18-11-2024/tourism-noosa-members-shine-at-prestigious-industry-awards/ On The Beach Noosa Resort♥OUTSTANDING SERVICE AWARDS – And there is more! Australian Red Cross Tewantin Noosa Branch members, Julie, Jan and Shirley have been nationally recognised for their continued service to our community. How proud we are of you gals!💛👉https://issuu.com/starnewsgroup/docs/2024-11-22_nty_663/10 Red Cross Tewantin Noosa Branch🌭AUSTRALIAN MEAT INDUSTRY AWARDS – With snags being the base of our volunteering efforts, that Sunrise Beach based Butchers of Noosa have been recognised as having the best sausages in the state is very much the ‘icing on the cake’ as to how fab and diverse our businesses are! Congratulations everyone!🎉butchersofnoosa.com.au/ Butchers Of Noosa🛣CALLS FOR REGIONAL REPRESENTATION ON BRUCE HIGHWAY ADVISORY COUNCIL – Expressions of interest are now open to Queenslanders who regularly use the Bruce Highway. TMR is currently seeking nominations for regional representatives. 👉www.tmr.qld.gov.au/business-industry/business-with-us/bruce-highway-advisory-councilTransport and Main Roads Queensland🛹PEREGIAN BEACH SKATE PARK OPENING – There will be activities for all ages, including skate coaching, competitions, games and giveaways. On November 29 from 12pm to 6pm. 👉www.facebook.com/share/18stqQAspF/ Noosa Council Chiggy's Skateable🏄‍♂️OCEAN HEROES NOOSA – Aims to improve the wellbeing of those on the autism spectrum and their families through surfing. Saturday 23 November from 8:30am to 2:30pm. 👉 events.humanitix.com/copy-of-ocean-heroes-cronulla-12th-october-2024 Ocean Heroes Australia🎁SANTAS CLASSY HELPERS NEEDS TOYS – To help families in need celebrate this Christmas, please leave unwrapped new toy donations at Noosa Council’s Customer Service Centre before Friday 29 November.👉https://issuu.com/starnewsgroup/docs/2024-11-22_nty_663/34 Santa's Classy Helpers👨‍🚒REMINDER RE SEVERE WEATHER EVENTS – 👉For up-to-date information including weather warnings, road closures and power outages head to disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au/ 👉To opt in to Noosa ALERT and receive information about local disaster and weather events straight to your phone head to www.noosa.qld.gov.au/community/disasters-emergencies 👉 For all fire, flood and storm tips, head to www.getready.qld.gov.au Noosa CouncilGet Ready Queensland🏊‍♂️IS YOUR POOL SAFE? –👉https://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/your-property/swimming-pools Queensland Building and Construction Commission - QBCC📦PROTECT YOURSELF FROM DELIVERY SCAMS – For all information on what to look out for and how to report Australia Post scams visit the alert page. 👉https://auspost.com.au/about-us/about-our-site/online-security-scams-fraud/scam-alerts Australia Post👩‍💼WOMEN & LEADERSHIP AUSTRALIA SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS CLOSE NOVEMBER 29 – Nominate yourself or a colleague. 👉https://bit.ly/3YYAgaG Women & Leadership Australia𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝟑𝟔𝟎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒: (www.sandybolton.com/noosa360) 📌LAKE MACDONALD DAM UPGRADE UPDATE 𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐘 𝐁𝐎𝐋𝐓𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐏 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑: (www.sandybolton.com/newsletters) 📌Subscribe to ensure you are kept ‘in the loop’ and advised when Noosa MP surveys are held.📌Paper copies available from our office or posted via ‘snail mail’ by calling our office on 53193100.📌Latest newsletter: www.sandybolton.com/newsletter-october-2024-edition-74 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐓𝐎𝐎𝐋 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒:📌QLD Government: www.grants.services.qld.gov.au📌Federal Government: www.grants.gov.au📌Noosa Council: www.noosa.qld.gov.au/community/grants/council-grants📌Regional Development Australia: www.rdasunshinecoast.org.au/grants-and-fundingTo finish. After a week of celebrating even more Noosa awardees from snags to interiors (see above and below 😊) Shoey and I are looking forward to Noosa Hospitals 25th birthday💃and the Ocean Heroes event at Noosa West Main Beach🏄‍♀️ In case you have not heard me say it before, I will say it again. How fantastic is our community? Brilliant in all ways! 🤩Have a great weekend everyone 💗𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙮 🙏𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙖 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘢. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 ... See MoreSee Less

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SANDY BOLTON MP
Independent Member for Noosa

Phone 07 5319 3100

Email noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au

Suite CB05 Noosa Civic
28 Eenie Creek Rd,
Noosaville QLD 4566

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