EX-TC ALFRED
NOOSA experienced just a sample of what Cyclone Alfred delivered elsewhere; however, being prepared for the worst is essential to saving lives and property. In giving thanks to all, including our Local Disaster Management Group and State Government, it is to our community that I give the deepest gratitude. Everyone from our incredible volunteers, our frontliners, and the selfless individuals who helped others, you are all deeply appreciated!
We have written to the Minister regarding our many workers and businesses impacted by ‘Alife.’ While Noosa is not yet eligible for hardship payments, residents can access loss of income payments, with details on the Services Australia website. For businesses, support is available at www.business.qld.gov.au/running-business/natural-disaster. For sports and recreation clubs, damage grants are available at www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/disaster-recovery. With natural disasters a regular part of life, residents should make ‘being ready’ a standard, with information available on Noosa Council’s Disaster Dashboard at htttps://disaster.noosa.qld.gov.au with preparation advice at www.getready.qld.gov.au.
DEVELOPMENT NEWS
In parliamentary news, the Deputy Premier’s response to my Question without Notice (QWN) regarding the development of new regional plans gave assurances that these would be actioned as soon as possible, which gives opportunity for a review of the excessive population targets thrust upon Noosa in the SEQ Plan 2023. In addition, we submitted a Question on Notice (QON) asking whether the Government will review/revise the State Facilitated Development (SFD) legislation to deliver outcomes in line with community expectations. The Deputy Premier, in his response to the QWN, partially addressed this, stating developers using the process must take the community along with them and work with local governments; otherwise, their applications would be cancelled. We thank the Deputy Premier for this welcome response.
KEEP IN TOUCH
With so much to share, please stay updated via www.SandyBolton.com, which has Noosa 360, where we ‘post’ on our current advocacies, and also Noosa not-for-profits applications can be lodged until March 31 for our Noosa MP grants. In addition, follow ‘Sandy Bolton MP’ on Facebook and subscribe to our e-newsletter at www.SandyBolton.com/Newsletter, which ensures you receive any Noosa-specific surveys. If you need assistance regarding state government, don’t hesitate to contact me via noosa@parliament.qld.gov.au or on 5319 3100.