State Update Funding secured for our community
The votes are still being counted, but it would appear that we now have an Albanese federal government in Australia. This is great news on multiple levels, with one highlight being our ability to deliver a number of local initiatives. These include having a community solar battery in The Gap, funding towards the rebuilding of the Scouts Hall, necessary lighting for Valley’s Cricket Club and funding towards the restoration and repair of our local waterways. I look forward to working with the federal government to deliver those commitments over the next term.
Register your interest in flood recovery assistance
If your home experienced damage as a result of the recent flooding event you can now register your interest for the $741 million Resilient Homes Fund. Funding will be used to repair, retrofit, raise or buy-back eligible properties. The program recognises there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Different options for homeowners will be considered according to your level of flood damage, future flood risk and property type. Register your interest at: https:// yoursayhpw.engagementhq.com/resilient-homes-fund
Come visit Queensland Parliament
Jonty Bush MP
Member for Cooper
Welcome Theo our Youth Parliamentarian for Cooper
Since 1996, the QLD government has partnered with the YMCA to deliver the Queensland Youth Parliament, where young people aged 15-25 from across Queensland have the opportunity to represent issues important to them while learning about government processes in a mock parliament context. This year’s Youth Parliament Member for Cooper is Theo Dickey, a student at Brisbane Grammar School, and someone with a keen interest in ensuring the voices of young people are heard. It’s going to be great working with Theo this year.
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Bowel cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in Australia and can develop without any symptoms. However, if detected early, approximately 90 per cent of cases can be effectively treated. The good news is, there is a simple test that can help find bowel changes early. If you are between the ages of 50 and 74 you will be sent a free kit in the mail, to complete in the privacy of your home. Contact our office if you’d like to know more.
Did you know that our office can help organise tours of the Queensland Parliament for small groups including school students? Last week I joined Mater Dei year five and six students on their parliamentary tour around the precinct. They were able to check-out the parliamentary chambers, the speakers green (where the Premier often conducts her press conferences) and a few other hidden gems. I also welcomed senior students from Marist College Ashgrove, and Ithaca Creek State School to lunch in the dining room, where we spoke about the role of politics (and politicians!) If you’d like to learn more, please contact our office.
If there is a local matter you would like to discuss with me, please contact me. Shop 2/230 Waterworks Road, Ashgrove Q 4060 t 3554 9100 e cooper@parliament.qld.gov.au f www.facebook.com/jontyforcooper
Jonty Bush - working hard for us website: http://www.westernecho.com.au
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