Newsletter August/September 2022 – Edition #52
A month of transit hence a late edition! With three sittings of Parliament, adjusting to our...
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IMMEDIATE RESPONSE FUNDING FOR HOMELESSNESS
As part of the QLD Government’s response to supporting QLD families facing homelessness, the Immediate Response funding package has been implemented aiming to help families who are struggling to secure housing. The package...
Read MoreSHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (STA) UPDATE AUGUST 2022
It was really good to see media picking up on one of my Questions on Notice after years of efforts in this space, including to get the STA taskforce reignited after it stalled. Every bit of advocacy helps with WA Today writing...
Read MoreESTIMATES 2022 – LEGAL AFFAIRS AND SAFETY COMMITTEE
Below is both our Questions on Notice submitted, as well during the live Hearing, and the responses. To view the full hearing head to: https://tv.parliament.qld.gov.au/?reference=0Mba20220803_090013 PREHEARING QUESTIONS ON...
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Newsletter July 2022 – Edition #51
In amongst Estimate preparations, moving both bed and office ahead of the Parliamentary annex...
Read MoreADDRESSING WORKPLACE SHORTAGES UPDATE JULY 2022
Some key take outs from the Workforce Shortages Group meeting on 21 July: NOOSA COUNCIL HOUSING STRATEGY UPDATE: Council has endorsed the Draft Housing Strategy which is now open for public feedback, including a survey, until 7...
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Newsletter June 2022 – Edition #50
This month’s newsletter celebrates being the big ‘50’, bringing an urge to revisit all editions...
Read MoreBUDGET 2022 – 23 UPDATE
Budget Week 2022 held no surprises for Noosa, as our ‘big ticket items’ were not ready for funding. This included the remaining stages of the Tewantin Bypass, with the business case being finalised before end of year, and...
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Newsletter May 2022 – Edition #49
Staff shortages, the ongoing housing crisis and the threat of more flooding served as the backdrop...
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Newsletter April 2022 – Edition #48
The month of ‘many long weekends’ brought with it relaxed restrictions, ‘mostly’ beautiful...
Read MoreSHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (STA) UPDATE APRIL 2022
Further to our previous update we have been advised the following from the Deputy Premier & Minister for Local Government & Planning’s office in response to queries regarding state legislation and existing use rights for...
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Newsletter March 2022 – Edition #47
This month was one of flood recovery, and like so many in our community and elsewhere, I spent any...
Read MoreSHORT TERM ACCOMMODATION (STA) UPDATE MARCH 2022
Following Sandy’s Question on Notice during Parliament in May 2021, we have received the following update to our recent inquiries from Minister Hinchliffe’s office regarding short term lets: A meeting of the Industry Reference...
Read MoreSOLAR PANELS AND LOCAL TREE LAWS MARCH 2022
In response to queries from constituents seeking guidance for when tree growth laws impact solar panel efficiency, we have been advised the following from the Deputy Premier, Minister for State Development, Infrastructure, Local...
Read MoreCOOLOOLA GREAT WALK UPDATE MARCH 2022
Further to previous updates and following discussions between Sandy and Minister Scanlon, and also her staff, we have been advised the following: Whilst a document listing sites for cabins/safari tents was sent as part of the...
Read MoreFLOOD ASSISTANCE – 2022
Assistance for individuals: Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance For information on Personal Hardship Assistance and Essential Services Hardship Assistance, contact the Community Recovery...
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Newsletter February 2022 – Edition #46
A month of extremes which seems to be becoming the norm?! We had wonderful ceremonies and...
Read More2021 NOOSA MP COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS
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...
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Newsletter January 2022 –Edition #45
Welcome to a new year, and I am sure many were very happy to bid farewell to 2021! As mentioned in...
Read MoreNOOSA MP COMMUNITY SURVEY RESULTS 2021/2022
Thank you to all that took the time to complete our Noosa MP Community Survey 2021. It has been extremely valuable in identifying your greatest local concerns, as well your thoughts on issues across Queensland. There were no...
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