Noosa 360

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 7th of June 2024: We are halfway through the year, and with so much to share, this month it is another ‘speed dating’ column…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 10th of May 2024: With so much happening and some great progress, grab a ‘cuppa’ as this is a big ‘share’!! Democracy and Trust…

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…

Home schooling Following concerns from many parents who home school their children, including Clare pictured with Sandy above, regarding the upcoming Education (General Provisions) and Other Legislation Bill 2024, we advocated with the Queensland Minister for Education. This included that…

This year, we again provided Quick Start Grants to help our local organisations. Thank you to all who applied, with more than we have ever had! Our volunteers are vital to our community, providing essential services, supports and activities that…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 16th of March 2024: Consultations, or getting your views on government proposals, projects or provisions, take many forms. On multiple occasions I have called…

The following article was authored by Sandy Bolton MP and published in the Noosa Today on the 16th of February 2024: Prior to last week’s travels with my parliamentary Youth Justice Reform Select Committee, Shoey and I did a ‘roady’ to…

Recruitment process In Sandy’s recent Noosa MP Community Survey, some residents expressed concerns regarding inadequate training for new police recruits and fears that the current ‘$100,000 from day one’ advertising campaign will attract inappropriate candidates. In response, we have received…

Wow, what a month! Between travelling across Queensland with my Youth Justice Reform Committee, the first sitting of Parliament, and the endless early ruckussing/campaigning/politicking by parties in readiness for the State Election in October, there has never been a dull…

Per our January 2024 Noosa 360 update, we were advised by the Queensland Minister for Education that approximately 300 more teachers and 230 more teacher aides have been allocated directly to schools. We enquired how many of those newly allocated…