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On the lead up to any peak period, Sandy advocates to ensure our frontliners have additional resources as part of managing the extra volume. As part of this, she asked a Question on Notice (QON) in the last Parliament sitting…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 23rd of November 2023: As I spoke about in Parliament last week, recent announcements of cuts to the Federal Government’s funding of Queensland’s infrastructure…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 29th of September 2023: With the culmination of a number of long advocacy journeys and the start of others, there is much to update…

Having previously provided a MP Funded ‘Seeds for Change’ grant for wildlife signage and data collection on McKinnon Drive and Cooroy-Noosa Road, in efforts to further reduce wildlife strikes in the Noosa Electorate, Noosa Independent MP Sandy Bolton has outlaid…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 4th of August 2023: Every month in this column I endeavour to raise an important issue for you to think about in response to…

Following advocacy, in recent years the Department of Environment & Science (DES) has undertaken dioxin testing in Noosa catchment waterways (more details here), with the last report by the CSIRO in mid-2022. DES have advised the following (in italics) on…

During a tour of this project, we learnt the following ‘basics’ from The Nature Conservancy (TNC) team: The project aim is to restore the critically endangered rock oyster ecosystem in the Noosa River estuary through the development of rocky reef…

Conducted annually at the end of each year, the survey is a snapshot from residents on a range of State Government issues and service provisions. Under the health services category, over 60% of the community highlighted Noosa Hospital Emergency Department…

With the ongoing discussion in our community regarding the government response to COVID-19 and the misinterpretations and misinformation being shared, our office has been inundated with queries and concerns. In response, we have compiled Noosa Frequently Asked Questions (NFAQs) below,…

In response to constituent concerns regarding safety at this intersection, the Department of Transport and Main Roads have conducted an investigated, including a site inspection. The inspection identified good sight lines in advance of the intersection, however also acknowledged other…

Costings for water sampling of the river and catchment areas have been submitted the Department of Environment and Science.

Summarising the year in 5 minutes is always challenging, and the Noosa residents and rate payers. AGM gave opportunity to ‘speed’ list achievements from the year! From the excellent outcomes of the decommissioned TAFE AND DAF Boatshed, to updates on Beckmans…

Thank you to all who participated in the 2019 Survey. With nearly 750 responses, it has provided a sample of the diversity, as well as commonality in resident’s views. However, I would like to see more people engaging in the…

We have received the following update relating to a recent constituent’s enquiry regarding a dedicated pedestrian/cycle path along Eumundi-Noosa Road over the North Maroochy River near Seib Road: “The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is undertaking a high…

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 and whale entanglements, plus so much more!

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 provided to clarify Queensland regulations as our office continues to receive complaints regarding possible unlawful or unsafe use…

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 elected representatives genuine opportunities to hold ministers to account. That is why the Budget Estimates…

During the 2024 State Election, the Queensland Government committed to establishing a Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority (SCWA) that includes Noosa. This proposal was announced despite there being no identified request from the Noosa community for local waterways to be governed…

In response to community enquiries regarding the allocation of revenue generated through vessel and boat registrations, we sought clarification from the Minister for Transport and Main Roads as to how these funds are used, including whether they are directed towards…

Our advocacy on the management of visitation to the Teewah–Noosa North Shore beaches has continued on behalf of Noosa residents and stakeholders. In September 2025, Noosa Council sent us a list of priorities on behalf of Noosa Council and Teewah…

Welcome to our new look newsletter everyone, with thanks to staffer Jack and feedback appreciated! Now to the month where amongst the many wonderful moments, the Citizenship Ceremony was especially heartwarming with fifty-four of our newest Noosa family members from…

Noosa Queensland Day Awards 2025 Laughter, cheers, and moving tears filled The J Noosa as we celebrated sixty phenomenal volunteers for the Queensland Day Awards. Their tireless contributions shape our community, with combined over 600 years of unpaid time, care…

To access the photos from the event, please visit here. Order of ceremony is alphabetical in order of the recipient’s last name.  Julie Ainscough from Noosa Womens Shed Inc  Julie has been involved with the Noosa Womens Shed since its…

Rebuilding Trust & Integrity As I shared in a Parliamentary speech, Pope Francis made positive changes in many realms through equity, compassion and collaboration, and our leaders must follow his example. As we saw in the federal election, with a…

Welcome to the end of Autumn! Even though Easter was filled with sunshine, sweet treats, and ‘egg-cellent’ times, there were also gridlocks, parking woes and more. With over one hundred and fifty traffic infringements issued and twelve positives from over…