Noosa 360

Following our February update, the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that detailed design work for the proposed safety improvements have been completed for Factory Street, with designs for the remainder of the town centre nearing completion.…

Following our previous update in June 2025, further information has been provided regarding proposed pedestrian safety upgrades in Pomona. The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that a package of works is planned for the Pomona township,…

The Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP), accompanying the 2025-26 State Budget, confirmed that planning is underway for the Factory Street, Pomona pedestrian crossing, with construction set to begin in 2026-27. The confirmation of this timeline is appreciated even…

In December 2024, a community parliamentary petition calling on the urgent need for safe crossings on state managed Factory Street, Pomona, was tabled. Sandy endorsed the petition as part of her longtime advocacy regarding inappropriate levels of heavy haulage endangering…

As mentioned in our June 2023 Noosa 360 update, Sandy was able to get Factory St, Pomona pedestrian crossing project back on track after a lack of progress between the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and the previous…

Sandy gathered with representatives from Noosa Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) to further discussions on a pedestrian crossing to provide the best safety for all who traverse the road daily to access essential services and…

Advocacy for crossings on state roads in Pomona has continued, with delays whilst awaiting a precinct plan by Noosa Council to help determine the best locations for connectivity and types of crossings. Noosa Council have now advised their Pomona Place…

In response to community concerns brought forward to our office regarding pedestrian facilities at Reserve Street Pomona, we have sought advice from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). TMR have advised that they have undertaken a targeted investigation…

Council staff recently inspected site and surrounding waterways after heavy rain, together with Department of Environment, including results from water probes in various locations external to the quarry. The result was that the quarry is compliant regarding environmental issues from…

The Queensland State Budget 2026-27 whilst having confirmations of previous commitments and some positive new allocations for the Noosa Electorate and Queensland, critical issues remain unresolved. As Sandy highlighted in her Budget Reply Speech, housing remains the defining issue affecting…

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…

The 2025-26 State Budget was handed down on 24 June 2025 and Sandy has raised concerns regarding the progress of the remaining stages of the Tewantin Bypass after perusing budget documents.  Given the additional $7.1 million, mentioned in our October…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 23rd of January 2025: Welcome to 2025 fellow Noosans, and to my first column of the year which at the start is a mix…

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…

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…

ELECTION 2024 – NOOSA DID IT! Noosans worked and fought hard to keep Noosa independent – AND YOU DID IT! How proud I am of our beautiful community and, in the spirit which has seen us through fires, floods and…

The Estimate Hearings follow the presentation of the Queensland 2024 Budget and gives an opportunity for State Members of Parliament (MPs) to ‘drill’ down into the details on how funds are being spent, or not spent. As mentioned in our…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 6th of July: Well, I had hoped to stick to my promise last time of focusing on the Budget this edition, however again with…

TO START! NOOSA MP QLD DAY AWARDS The J was packed full of laughter, love and cheers of delight as 150 residents gathered to honour 57 incredible volunteers at the Noosa MP Queensland Day Awards on the 6th of June.…

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…

As our community gathered across our beautiful electorate and shire from beach to bush on ANZAC Day, we were filled with deep respect, love and appreciation for those who have defended, and continue to defend our nation with courage beyond…

Thank you to all Noosans who had their say regarding priorities for ongoing advocacy going forward this year. A total of 333 responses were recorded for the 2023/24 Noosa MP survey, with 30 responses invalid for the purpose of this…

This year’s Queensland Day Awards Ceremony was breathtaking as well record breaking, with 51 awardees and over 130 Noosans in attendance with so much love and appreciation generated. These incredible residents give their skills, time and expertise to us free…

So much to share from Parliament and here at home this month including on the Cooloola Great Walk, Teewah management, pedestrian crossings, and much, much more. There were many moments of great celebration, as well deep shock and sadness, which…