THANKS to everyone who has participated in my recent survey for your feedback about issues that are important to you.
Cost of living has ranked as the number one issue for the many followed by law-and-order concerns and transport infrastructure and health.
As a way to help with costs, I recently did a giveaway draw for those who participated in this survey of cash vouchers and a baby Weber. I’ll present the winners with these soon and I will run these draws from time-to-time.
In regard to law-and-order, we found out through the recent Budget Estimates process that Queensland has 200 fewer full-time police than 12 months ago. As a result, all areas including ours as a growth area is facing few full-time police which is also hurting our community.
I support laws that ensure consequences for actions of criminals, but without more actual (as opposed to the Government’s promised and undelivered) Police on the frontline then laws can’t do the job.
I have heard your concerns and I will fight for better solutions.
The State Government is also enforcing a patient’s tax that will see families and the elderly paying more to see their doctor.
I believe this is wrong and I want to see the Government understand that when they put these taxes on people, it hurts a wide target of everyday vulnerable Queenslanders.
However, I know that there are some fundamental changes in how government makes decisions that impact people’s lives so costs aren’t hiked without care or consideration and services are delivered where they are needed.
On another matter, the Federal Referendum Date for “The Voice”, or a dedicated first people’s body entrenched in the constituent has been announced for October 14.
At the time of writing, the details of where and how people can cast their ballot are yet to be revealed. There will be pre-polling and postal options.
I am a respectful “no” to entrenching race in the constitution, as I believe in equal rights and bridging the gap for the vulnerable in our community through direct action rather than a separate federal bureaucracy.
As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me if you need help or want to discuss any issues of importance to you.