Noosa 360

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…

To access the photos from the Queensland Day Awards event, please visit here. Order of ceremony is alphabetical in order of the recipient’s last name.  Jackie Andrews from Waves of Kindness Jackie is an exceptional volunteer whose friendly nature &…

We recently wrote to the Queensland Treasurer to advocate for small and family businesses, seeking information on what measures are being considered to better support them amid ongoing economic pressures. This included raising long-standing advocacy regarding potential tax relief measures,…

Our advocacy has continued regarding reckless electric bike, scooter and illegal motorbike usage with the latest updates below, including recent responses from the Minister for Transport and Main Roads (TMR). We will continue to post when new information becomes available…

The announcement of the Parliamentary Inquiry into e-mobility safety, mentioned in our May 2025 Noosa 360 update was welcomed, however, with the committee report still nine months away as of writing, communities across Queensland  understandably continue to calling for increased…

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…

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…

As mentioned in our November 2023 Noosa 360 update, funding was secured for Transport and Main Roads (TMR) to undertake a Northern Sunshine Coast Transport Strategy, with early consultation completed to inform it. A key issue that Sandy noted at…

Visiting our businesses throughout the year, working with associations and the Small Business Commissioner means Sandy can advocate early with the state government on what is directly impacting. Below are updates on recent progress made on further supports for our…

Fairer funding for Katie Rose Cottage and other Queensland hospices Sandy continues to advocate for improved funding models for hospices including to ensure Katie Rose Cottage Hospice (KR) has all the resources it needs from state government. In 2023, following…

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…

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…

It’s time to get ready! A little earlier than we would have liked getting ‘Team Noosa’ ready for the election in October, however with so many messaging and calling, there was little choice! As the only independent State Member of…

As mentioned in our March 2024 Noosa 360 update, having a baby at home in the second half of 2024 will be a funded option for women who live within 30 minutes from the Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCHHS). Following…

The Queensland Government has announced that in the second half of 2024, having a baby at home will be a funded option for women who live within 30 minutes from the Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCHHS). As this doesn’t cover…

Sandy’s advocacy has continued on the unified crossbench statement made on 23 May 2023, which called for a number of commitments from the Queensland Government regarding the Olympics including the scrapping of the Gabba rebuild. The Queensland Government has now…

On 21 September 2023, the Federal Government announced an independent inquiry into Australia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, with the stated purpose of identifying lessons learned to improve our preparedness for future pandemics. Sandy provided the below submission to committee…

With queries and social media commentary relating to the provision of infrastructure in the Noosa Shire, basic information regarding the distribution of responsibilities for infrastructure planning and delivery among the three levels of government as provided below by the office…

It has been a really big month, so forgive that we were not able to fit everything in as it would have been 10 pages! Firstly, thank you to all who attended the information sessions and sent submissions regarding the…

As an Independent Member of Parliament (MP), Sandy at times is asked about her policies and where she stands on a particular issue. Simply put, her policies are to deliver to the Noosa Electorate outcomes in line with community expectations,…

The Estimates Hearings follow the presentation of the Queensland 2023 Budget and gives an opportunity for Members of Parliament to ‘drill’ down into the details on how funds are being spent, or not spent. As part of efforts to see…

SEQ REGIONAL PLAN A reminder, to assist in efforts, we ask everyone to make a valid submission to State Government before, or after, attending the information session, 4pm 29 August at ‘Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church (Noosa District) Parish…

Each level of government provides different services to Australians. The below table is an example of each level’s responsibilities to assist residents, although at times there can be an overlap in responsibilities between governments. Federal Government State Government (Queensland) Local…

Per our March 2023 update, the new pricing structure for Trade Waste Permit Fees comes into effect on the 1st of July, however as part of a staged approach, we have been advised the first bill will be discounted for…