WITH the State election just around the corner, I wanted to take this opportunity to say a heartfelt thanks to everyone in the community I’ve had the privilege of working with since I was first elected in 2017.
It has been an honour to serve as the local MP for the area, and I hope I can continue to serve in that role after the election, as part of an LNP government.
We’ve achieved a lot in Opposition, and while there’s lots more yet to be done, I couldn’t have done it without your support.
In the past decade, we’ve seen a dramatic increase in the cost of living, families and the vulnerable forced out of the housing and rental market, and a shocking increase in crime. Our hardworking local police are operating on a third of the number of officers they had 10 years ago, and coupled with weaker laws, it’s no wonder victim numbers are the highest in the country.
In my other role as the Shadow Minister for Police and Community Safety, I’ve been advocating for stronger laws and more resources for police, as well as putting the rights of victims ahead of offenders, and we will ensure the Making our Community Safer plan is legislated by Christmas.
I look forward to delivering local commitments, including $40million for a second interchange on the Motorway at Mt Coolum, new sports fields at Coolum High, upgrading the tuckshop at Peregian Springs State School, and fixing the intersection at Diddillibah Road and Nambour Connection Road.
Having spent the last week speaking to locals at prepoll, there’s been plenty of positive feedback about our plans, and I appreciate the support I’ve received.
Locals rightly deserve their fair share, and I look forward to being part of a government that delivers that for our region.