Australia Day is the time that we announce the annual Dickson Community Awards, which recognise local people who through volunteer work or community service have made our communities a better place and for those who record extraordinary achievements. This year’s Dickson Citizen of the Year was Merv Brown (Samford). This award is to recognise an…
The new year is well and truly underway with children back at school and all of us back into our work routine. After Christmas and New Year, Australia Day looms as an important date on all our calendars. I was privileged on Australia Day to attend Samford Rotary Club’s Citizenship Ceremony and as Minister for…
Great to chat with Sam Armytage this morning about the great work Australia Border Force are doing to keep our borders secure and to highlight how important it is for the ABCC Bill to pass Parliament this week. Download Interview with Sam Armytage, Sunrise >
The Australian Building and Construction Commission legislation has passed the Senate and Lower House. This is great news for small businesses, taxpayers and our economy. A stronger building industry will build a stronger Australia.
Great to catch up with Laurie Lawrence in Parliament last week to talk about the importance of water safety for kids as we head into school holidays. When I was Health Minister I announced vital funding for Kids Alive to ensure they can continue to deliver free water safety educational books and dvds. You can…
Thanks to Samford Riding for the Disabled for inviting me to their Christmas Party over the weekend! Thanks to the amazing volunteers for all the work you do.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish all Dickson residents a safe Christmas and a prosperous 2017. As we all celebrate Christmas this year, I hope you spend valuable time with your family and friends to appreciate the great opportunities we have in Australia. I also ask you to please spare a thought…
Drowning is a leading, but preventable, cause of death for children under five. As the weather heats up and we head into school holidays, it’s imperative to remember the importance of pool safety. Last year the State Government implemented changes to the pool safety regulations in Queensland. The changes include compulsory registration of residential pools, spas…
Nominations are now open for my annual Australia Day Awards. These awards recognise local heroes and community groups. If you know someone who lives in Dickson and you think deserves recognition for their service to the community, or achievements in other fields please fill in the nomination form in the ‘Online Office’ tab on my…
Australia’s newest addition to our Air Force, the P-8A Poseidon, has arrived in Australia. It will strengthen our existing maritime surveillance capability, help secure Australia’s borders, play a vital role in the fight against people smugglers and provide state of the art anti-submarine defences.