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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

19 hours ago

𝐊𝐈𝐃𝐒 & 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 are there for you! 👍Celebrating Kids Helpline's 35th anniversary saw us joining their Kids Helpline School online lesson with Hannah and enjoying some very good cake! 😍 Congratulations to all on the fabulous work that you do 🙏 and the many services including the 24/7 helpline that is utilised by over 130,000 youngsters every year. 👦👧🔗Links to Kids Helpline Official and Parentline Qld + NT in the comments below 👇 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

2 days ago

𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐖𝐄 𝐔𝐍𝐄𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐇 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐅𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀? 🤔 🤔 Not really, however at the public hearing for the 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 (SCWA) Bill 🚣‍♂️ 👩‍💻we did better understand the drivers for Noosa support, including needed boating infrastructure. 🚤 However, from what we have been able to ascertain, these 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘀 as currently, including for budget considerations, just via an extra level? 😟 As I have raised previously, resourcing for years has been a major issue for all waterways, and with no assurances that this Authority will increase these, 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 on numerous aspects including what will be of benefit for Noosa 🙋‍♀️❓Thank you to the State Development, Infrastructure and Works Committee for allowing me to ask questions, and to all witnesses including from Noosa who formed the vast majority!👍👉 The hearing transcript is available at documents.parliament.qld.gov.au/com/SDIWC-1AF9/SCWAB2026-5266/Proof%20-%20Public%20Hearing%20-%20... ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

3 days ago

Should the Containers for Change refund increase from 10c to 20c per container?More information in the first comment below👇 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

4 days ago

𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐎, 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐎!! 🎥👏👏Brilliant, moving, hilarious and inspirational, this year’s Showdown Showcase by the Sunshine Coast Screen Collective was SENSATIONAL! Too many highlights to list, however the true life docos ‘Last Man Standing’ on Ron West from the The Majestic Theatre Pomona, and ‘Skate or Cry’ on Tia Pitman shone a spotlight on Noosans who have braved to share personal challenges💗 Super congratulations to all of the SC teams, to Chloe and the STUFFit Student Film Festival students whom are reaching for the stars in front or behind the camera, the fab local talent, venues and sponsors – it was awesome! 👍👉 To learn more or join the Screen Collective head to www.screencollective.au/ 👉 To sponsor a cadet, head to www.stuffitfilmfestival.com Noosa Council The J Noosa Bendigo Bank ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

5 days ago

𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝐍𝐄𝐓𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🏐👯‍♀️🎉 Sparkles, wildlife and ocean critters filled the courts at the official opening of the season for the Noosa Netball Association!!🦈🐙Judging was as tough as ever with incredible costumes and as always, I want everyone to get a netball!! 😄✨ Special this year was to ‘cut the ribbon’ on the new clubhouse, which has been a long journey with gratitude to Bev and her team, as well state government for the funding 👏💛 Huge thanks again to President Bev, committee members, fellow judges, players and the parents/grandparents and supporters behind the scenes, as well sponsors as you make this club awesome in all ways! Am already counting down to next year 🎉and that this time I can stay for the delectable morning tea, as it looked and smelt sensational 🥰 👉 To learn more, visit: www.noosanetballassociation.com/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

7 days ago

𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄! 🐣🎩💛Feathers, flowers, colour, creativity and plenty of personality were on full display at Carramar’s Easter Bonnet Cheer — and yes, serious competition! 😄With chocolates and hugs, we joined in the fun with our matriarchs and patriarchs who make our world beautiful. Gratitude to all we shared sticky kisses with 🥰, to CEO Grant, Joanne and all board members, the fab staff and volunteers, as well as families and supporters who create such a nurturing home 💖👏✨👉 Learn more about what’s happening at NoosaCare’s Carramar and Kabara via noosacare.com.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

1 week ago

𝐌𝐏 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔📰💬 Hop into our latest with updates on the proposed Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority, e-bikes, State Facilitated Developments, electoral boundaries and more! As well, Parliament news and some fabulous community events 💛Grab a hot cross bun, cuppa and maybe a few sneaky choccie eggs 🍫 and happy reading!👉 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 www.sandybolton.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Newsletter-April-2026.pdf📌𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿: To avoid missing out, subscribe to receive this monthly newsletter via email at www.sandybolton.com/newsletters. This will also ensure you are advised when Noosa MP specific surveys are open. Paper copies can be picked up from our office at Noosa Civic at the start of every month or posted via ‘snail mail’ by calling our office on 5319 3100.𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙖 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘢. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 ... See MoreSee Less

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Sandy Bolton MP

1 week ago

🐰🐣𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐘'𝐒 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 ‘𝐖𝐑𝐀𝐏' – 𝟐 𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔Mad dashes (or hops? 😂) everywhere this week, though the public hearing on the 💦Sunshine Coast Waterways Authority Bill sadly meant I missed the Sunshine Butterflies🦋 path opening, however Jack captured some special moments to share. 🎂🩷 📌𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘 – As standard, my office will be closed for the long weekend until 9am on Tuesday 7 April. If you require assistance on state government matters, please be assured that emails and phone messages will be actioned upon our return. 📌𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗦 – head to www.sandybolton.com/keycontacts where a comprehensive list of contacts numbers are available to assist including for emergency accommodation. These are also pinned to the top of our Facebook page. 🌿🌹 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗘 𝗛𝗔𝗦𝗟𝗔𝗠 – A passionate environmentalist and dedicated supporter of Noosa conservation efforts, for which she received a Queensland Day Award in 2023, Steph was a force to be reckoned with. From founding the Urban Wildlife Garden program to authoring Noosa Native Plants Books with NICA Noosa Integrated Catchment Association, her work has left a lasting impact on our community. Our deepest condolences to Tony and all her family and friends, a huge loss for Noosa 😢 ⚡ 𝗘-𝗠𝗢𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗦 🚲 – A reminder to have your say following the tabling of the Transport and Other Legislation (Managing E mobility Use and Protecting Our Communities) Amendment Bill 2026 ⚖️. The Bill proposes new safety reforms including stricter rules for illegal devices and expanded enforcement 🚔. Community feedback is invited by the Committee with submissions closing on 10 April 2026 at 10am 🛑. Please also remember to share your submissions with our office 📩.👉To have your say visit: www.parliament.qld.gov.au/Work-of-Committees/Committees/Committee-Details?cid=272&id=8575💦 𝗟𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗖𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗗 𝗗𝗔𝗠 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 – A reminder that dam demolition works will begin at Lake Macdonald on 10 April 2026. 🚧 Residents can expect increased noise, lighting, dust and traffic, with mitigation measures to reduce impacts where possible. Work on the Elm Street and Lake Macdonald Drive intersection will also begin on 7 April 2026 and run for around 12 weeks to widen access for heavy vehicles 🚛. Seqwater👉 For more information visit: www.seqwater.com.au/project/lake-macdonald-dam-improvement-project👮 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 – QLD Police Service will again be targeting anti-social and dangerous driver behaviours across Easter and the school holiday period at Noosa North Shore, Teewah Beach and Double Island Point 🚙. High visibility patrols and RBTs will also be conducted across the Noosa electorate🚔 with a focus on the Fatal Five (Speed, Fatigue, Seatbelts, Distraction, Intoxicated driving - Alcohol and Drugs).🏗️ 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 –The Government has updated the SFD framework ⚖️, now requiring local council support and zoning compliance for developments, but removing the previous 15% affordable housing requirement 📉. We have raised concerns about impacts on housing affordability and will continue to advocate for policy settings that balance increased housing supply with genuine affordability outcomes. 👉 For further information see: www.sandybolton.com/?s=State+Facilitated+Development✈️ 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗙𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 – 🛫 Airservices Australia has acknowledged delays in responding to the October 2023 Post Implementation Review report 📝, with some actions dependent on Brisbane flight path changes. Non-flight path recommendations have begun, and work on potential noise improvements is expected in the second half of 2026 🌏.👉 For further information see our Noosa 360 update via: www.sandybolton.com/?s=flight+paths🌿 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗦 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 – We have followed up with the Minister for Environment regarding progress toward a full review and joint management planning for Tuchekoi National Park and Tewantin National Park 🌳. The Minister has advised the completion of management reviews are not expected before the 2027–28 financial year 📅. We will provide updates when further information is available.👉 For more information visit: www.sandybolton.com/tuchekoi-tewantin-national-parks-update-march-2026/🚤 𝗡𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗔 𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡-𝗨𝗣 – All Noosans are invited to join a hands-on working bee on Thursday 9 April from 8am to midday to remove invasive Easter cassia from Sheep Island 🌱and help protect the Noosa River ecosystem. Hosted by NICA, the morning includes a short boat trip and a social clean-up effort with tools provided ☀️. 👉 RSVP via email: admin@noosariver.com.au or Tel: (07) 5449 9650🎉 𝗤𝗟𝗗 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦🌞 - Nominations are open for the 2026 QLD Day Awards and voting is underway for the ‘All the Best’ campaign 🗳️, celebrating local legends, favourite places and businesses across the Sunshine Coast 🌊. Calling on Noosans to nominate a community hero or vote for what makes our region special. 👉To nominate or vote visit: qldday.initiatives.qld.gov.au/ PLEASE NOTE This is separate to our own Noosa QLD Day Awards, which will be opening soon for organisations to nominate their fabulous volunteers 🥰🗳️ 𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 – 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗔𝗬 - Queenslanders are invited to lodge objections to the proposed new electoral boundaries 📊, with the consultation process now in its third stage. Objections close on 9 April 2026 and can be lodged online, via email or through the post. 👉 For further information see: redistribution.ecq.qld.gov.au/public-consultation/consultation-process🤝 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 – Do you know an organisation or initiative going above and beyond to foster reconciliation in Queensland? The Queensland Reconciliation Awards recognise inspiring efforts across business, community, education, health and partnerships. ⏰ Nominations close at 5pm on 10 April 2026.👉 To nominate visit qldreconciliation.awardsplatform.com/💙 𝗠𝗣 𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗖𝗞 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗦 – Don’t forget our annual grant program is open. Local not-for-profit organisations and community groups can apply for grants of up to $1,000 💰 for small projects, or up to $500 as a helping hand to assist with rising costs. Applications close on 24 April 2026 ⏳for initiatives that benefit the Noosa community.👉 For more information visit: www.sandybolton.com/mp-funding-partnerships🚸 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗨𝗣𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗦 🏫– Applications are now open for the School Transport Infrastructure Program which supports safer drop-off zones, crossings and road upgrades. Schools, P&Cs and community members can now submit ideas for this funding round 📢.👉 To apply visit: www.tmr.qld.gov.au/safety/road-safety/targeted-road-safety-program/school-transport-infrastructur...🚶 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗦 – 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 💚 – The Heart Foundation is encouraging more people to get active through its Walking Wins campaign 🚶‍♀️, celebrating the simple steps that improve physical, mental and social wellbeing 🌿. With only 1 in 4 meeting activity guidelines, every step counts. ⏰ The campaign runs until 19 April 2026.👉 For more information visit: www.heartfoundationwalking.org.au/walking-wins📰𝗡𝗢𝗢𝗦𝗔 𝟯𝟲𝟬 – is home to the latest on local issues and our ongoing advocacy efforts. Updates are posted as soon as new information is received to ensure our community remains informed. 👉 For more information, visit www.sandybolton.com/noosa360/𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐎𝐒𝐀 𝟑𝟔𝟎 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒: 📌 SC FLIGHT PATHS UPDATE MARCH 2026𝐒𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐘 𝐁𝐎𝐋𝐓𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐏 𝐍𝐄𝐖𝐒𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐑: (www.sandybolton.com/newsletters) 📌Subscribe to ensure you are kept ‘in the loop’ 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/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Newsletter-April-2026.pdf 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🙋‍♀️To finish! Easter joy has already been in abundance, with sensational bonnets 👒🥳at NoosaCare's Carramar, and atop the hundreds of Tewantin State Schoolers who hit the streets to spread the love! 💗 🐣Please share this magic to fellow Noosans and a simple act of kindness for a friend or neighbour can make their day 🙏 Stay safe over the break, with many Bilby hugs from my staff and i!! 🐰🥚🌸.𝑺𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙮 🙏𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙤𝙤𝙨𝙖 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘝𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘕𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘢. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 ... See MoreSee Less

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