Dear Resident, Investment in infrastructure is important. But it has to benefit local residents. As you know, I have deep concerns about the proposed Stage 4 of Gold Coast Light Rail. I’ve worked with the local community to make sure the State Government is well aware of those concerns and takes them seriously. And I’ve…
DetailsExceptional Gold Coasters who make a positive difference to the local community will be recognised at the 2022 McPherson Community Achiever Awards in Robina today. This year, 75 locals will be acknowledged for their contribution by Federal Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP, who has hosted the awards since being first elected in 2010. “It’s…
DetailsWork will soon begin on constructing an all-abilities access ramp at the Burleigh Heads RSL Memorial Hall, as part of the Morrison Government’s commitment to support ex-service organisations maintain important community connections. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said she was proud to support the Burleigh Heads RSL Sub-Branch with a grant of $49,650 under…
DetailsThe Morrison Government’s Jobs Fairs are hitting the Gold Coast this week. Job seekers on the Gold Coast can meet employers face-to-face, discover what skills and qualifications they need for various careers, and possibly get offered a job on the spot at an upcoming jobs fair. The fair – to be held on Wednesday 13…
DetailsThe $1 billion Varsity Lakes to Tugun M1 upgrades have reached a major milestone, with traffic now flowing through the Gold Coast’s first Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) in Burleigh. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said completion of the interchange, combined with the widening works and other upgrades, will see residents get home sooner and…
DetailsThe Morrison Government’s Budget delivers our plan for a stronger future – providing cost of living relief, creating more jobs, guaranteeing essential services, and keeping Gold Coasters safe. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said the Coalition’s targeted and responsible cost of living package takes the pressure off household budgets. “We understand that higher costs…
DetailsA southern Gold Coast attraction will become a hive of activity with a make-over and marketing campaign designed to lure domestic and international tourists. The Federal Government is supporting the project with an investment through the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants program. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said Honeyworld – just off the Gold…
DetailsThe lifestyle we enjoy on the Gold Coast is something we shouldn’t take for granted. All the same things that make the Coast such an attractive place to live, work and study, make it just as attractive to organised criminals, drug smugglers, and bikie gangs. And when violence and crime overtakes a community, everyone suffers.…
DetailsToday’s announcement of a South East Queensland City deal is a welcome investment ahead of the 2032 Olympics. As the united Morrison Government Gold Coast team, we’ve been fighting and delivering significant investments across the coast—our own GC deal—with the full extent of commitments running into the billions of dollars. The Morrison Government’s commitments—worth over…
DetailsThe integrity of the Gold Coast Airport curfew has been protected, with the Morrison Government rejecting a bid to extend a temporary exemption for freight flights to arrive between 11pm-6am QLD time. This follows strong consultation with the Southern Gold Coast community. The exemption, which allowed four Qantas freight flights per week to arrive within…
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