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State Government Called on to Provide More Police to Service the Mary Valley and Upgrade the Mary Valley Highway
The State Government has been called on to improve police services and the condition of the Mary Valley Highway. Member for Gympie Tony Perrett said that the Government can no longer ignore the needs of high growth areas such as the Mary Valley. According to the 2016...
State Government Told It’s Time to Improve Police, Roads, and Health Services on the Cooloola Coast
The State Government has been called on to improve services on the Cooloola Coast. Member for Gympie Tony Perrett said that the Government can no longer ignore the needs of high growth areas like the Cooloola Coast. “The government needs to deliver upgrades to police...
Private Member’s Statement
Agriculture Industry, Labour; Timber Industry Mr PERRETT (Gympie—LNP) (2.00 pm): There is a growing gap between farm labour supply and demand. I have met farmers and representative groups from across the state, including: Ayr, Bowen, Scenic Rim and Lockyer Valley. I...
Roads Are Below Standard for a Major Tourist Destination
Tin Can Bay and Rainbow Beach roads are below standard for such a major tourist destination. It’s a popular spot, a premier destination in Queensland. The majority of people travelling to Fraser Island access it through Rainbow Beach. It’s becoming particularly busy...
Call for More Police to Service the Mary Valley
The Mary Valley is a growing region. It’s increasing popularity has seen people moving in, significant investment, and crowds of tourists visiting the region. According to the 2016 census the local population has grown to almost 6,500 and even more if you count...
Planning for New School Should Start Now
Gympie is experiencing high growth. Growth is putting pressure on local infrastructure and services including our schools. I receive regular feedback about Gympie public schools, including high schools, and concerns about school sizes. Our three wonderful private...