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The weather has again dished it out to Queensland this summer with cyclones, storms and flooding rains. While our thoughts and focus are rightly on Far North Queensland and the Gold Coast with power and road crews rushing to restore services and access, Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has taken the opportunity to remind the new Minister for Main Roads there is work still needed to repair roads damaged from similar events nearly two years ago.

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has announced several deserving organisations and individuals have emerged victorious in securing much-needed funding and sponsorship for their respective causes through his latest round of Local Heroes grants.

Andrew Powell, Member for Glass House and John-Paul “JP” Langbroek, Shadow Minister for Communities, have recently visited Neighbourhood Centres in the Glass House electorate. First up was the Mooloolah Valley Community Association Inc. who are not only completely self-funded, they have done so well through their op shop that they are able to help fund other not for profit groups from time to time. “You might not know that they also provide money to the local school for the students of financi

Congratulations are in order for the Maleny RSL Sub-branch who have recently picked up $37,084.42 through the Gambling Community Benefit Fund. Member for Glass House Andrew Powell caught up with the board to congratulate them on their massive win and have a chat about their plans for the future of the RSL. “We’ve got grand plans, that’s for sure! The money is headed towards refitting the RSL bar, upgrading our water tanks and installing external speakers for ANZAC services,” said President Geo

The Palaszczuk Government’s extraordinary incompetence has been exposed with Estimates revealing an extra $3 billion of taxpayers’ money has been wasted. This proves this third-term Labor government is losing control of spending in Queensland. This money could have built two hospitals and employed thousands of nurses and doctors in the middle of a health crisis. It is clear the Palaszczuk Government consistently chooses politics and secrecy over people and transparency. The list compiled fro

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has recently congratulated the round three winners of his 2022 Local Heroes Grants. “There were lots of sporty applicants and winners this round!” said Mr Powell. “Let’s have a drumroll for all the latest winners” Beerwah Sportsgrounds Restoring the shed and office from water and mould damage Kayden Little, 11-12 Years School Sport Rugby Union Regional Team Funding contribution towards cost of attending the State Championship in Rockhampton in July (and Ka

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has recently congratulated the round three winners of his 2022 Local Heroes Grants. “There were lots of sporty applicants and winners this round!” said Mr Powell. “Let’s have a drumroll for all the latest winners” Beerwah Sportsgrounds Restoring the shed and office from water and mould damage Kayden Little, 11-12 Years School Sport Rugby Union Regional Team Funding contribution towards cost of attending the State Championship in Rockhampton in July (and Ka

It’s been a few years, but now Member for Glass House Andrew Powell is bringing back his Volunteer Awards. If you’re part of a community organisation with a standout volunteer, now is the time to let them know just how appreciated they are. “Without volunteers Glass House organisations and sporting groups just wouldn’t exist. The Volunteer Awards are my opportunity to show them how much we appreciate their help,” said Mr Powell. “The nomination process is as easy as ever. Just send me an em

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell is thrilled to announce that round 114 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) has brought a total of $721,765.58 in grants to the Glass House electorate – the highest amount by far that it has ever received in the history of the program. The GCBF provides sizeable grants to Queensland not-for-profit community organisations with revenue sourced from gaming taxes. Grants from the GCBF are usually capped at $36,000 but this was a special $100k ‘Disaster

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has recently congratulated the round four winners of his 2022 Local Heroes Grants. “These are the final round of winners for 2022 and what a good bunch they were!” said Mr Powell. “I hope these grants help spread a little Christmas cheer in what is arguably the most expensive month of the year.” In no particular order, here are the final 2022 Local Heroes: Rory Collins, Javelin athlete Funding contribution for Rory to represent the state for Javelin and p

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell MP, has opened applications for the Joyce Newton OAM Memorial Bursary for 2023. “In 2018, I and the communities of Glass House lost a true community champion – Joyce Newton OAM of Maleny,” said Mr Powell. “Joyce was a high school teacher, she was interested and involved in civic society and she was determined that Queensland’s best days were still ahead of us.” To honour her legacy, in 2019 Mr Powell launched an annual bursary for Year 11 and 12 students.

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell MP, has asked a Question on Notice in Queensland Parliament of the Minister for Transport and Main Roads (TMR), regarding the prolonged closure of one lane at Kilcoy-Beerwah Road at Cedarton. “Today in Parliament, I asked the Minister to provide a timeline for the reopening of two lanes of the Kilcoy-Beerwah Road at Cedarton following the closure of one lane nearly 12 months ago?” said Mr Powell. The road was closed on March 3, 2023, when a depression in t

A group of passionate advocates including nurses, support group coordinators, community leaders and police officers will join Prestige Inhome Care and Wellways Carer Gateway to lace up their boots for Parkinson’s Disease in the inaugural 1,000,000 Steps Ahead Of Parkinson’s. The hike through Sunshine Coast national parks will take several days and include some of the Coast’s steepest terrain in a deliberate effort to symbolise the difficult journey of someone newly diagnosed with a disease that

Sunny is Restoring Hope Parkinson’s Therapy Ambassabear…yes, you read that right. What is an Ambassabear you ask? My role is to raise awareness and promote knowledge about Parkinson’s Disease. Here is my first fact for you – did you know that over 18,500 Queenslanders live with Parkinson’s? How about that approximately! 18% of those diagnosed are of “working age” (under 65). And did you know that the total economic cost of Parkinson’s was over $9.9 billion for the year 2014. This represents a

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, is excited to introduce Nathaniel Audley as the 2023 YMCA Youth Parliament Member for Glass House. “Nathaniel is in Year 12 at Maleny State High and a Maleny local through and through. In fact, I first met Nathaniel around a decade ago when he participated in Maleny Little Athletics with my children. That might have also been the last time he was shorter than me…” said Mr Powell. Queensland Youth Parliament is a program designed to engage young people age

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, is pleased to share the results from his online poll regarding the intersection of the D’Aguilar Highway and Mount Mee Road. “Earlier in the month I ran a poll asking locals what they would like to see done, if anything, to improve the intersection of the D’Aguilar Highway and Mount Mee Road,” said Mr Powell. Voters could choose whether they would like to have traffic lights installed at the intersection, build a roundabout, change nothing or another unsp

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, has expressed significant concern that Mount Mee Road has been voted by the RACQ as Queensland’s fourth worst road. More than 1,500 nominations were received from drivers in response to the RACQ’s survey, which asked drivers to pinpoint problem stretches of road in their community. “It’s scary but not unsurprising to see that the RACQ have confirmed what Mount Mee and Ocean View locals have been telling me for years: Mount Mee Road is unroadworthy,” said

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell has recently congratulated the first round of winners of his Local Heroes Grants for 2023. “As is often the case, the winners were hard to pick,” said Mr Powell. “Interestingly, there were lots of applications from sporting groups seeking assistance for new uniforms for the upcoming season. It’s great to know there are so many kids out there enrolling in sport again this year.” In no particular order, the winners are: Restore Social Enterprises Inc. – En

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell is pleased to announce that round 115 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) has brought a total of $111,689.47 in grants to community groups in the Glass House electorate. The GCBF provides sizeable grants to Queensland not-for-profit community organisations with revenue sourced from gaming taxes. “I don’t like gambling and I’ve seen firsthand how gambling addictions can rip families apart, but if it has to exist then I’m glad to see the taxes from

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell MP, has joined Chambers of Commerce and local businesses to celebrate another Small Business Awards Gala. The special gala event on Tuesday evening – the culmination of nearly two months of nominations, voting and deliberations – brought together almost 150 small business owners and employees as well as the local Chambers of Commerce to celebrate all that small business is and does for the region. “It was a packed house and I think that goes to show how m

The Palaszczuk Government’s rivers of gold have failed to deliver road safety improvements in the Moreton Bay hinterland. Treasurer Dick has pocketed an extra $60 billion more than forecast in his first Budget less than three years ago, but our region has nothing to show for it. Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell MP, has hit out at the Premier, saying that “Queenslanders know they can’t trust the Palaszczuk Labor Government.” “They haven’t been listening to Queenslanders and they can’t del

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell MP has announced the 2023 Joyce Newton OAM Memorial Bursary winner as Year 12 Beerwah Stage High School student, Nikita Emhofer. Miss Emhofer has been crowned as this year’s winner after providing a written application and impressing both Mr Powell and the late Mrs Newton’s daughter, Jen Tunley, in an interview. She demonstrated a very high level of academic achievement, ambition and community involvement. “Nikita really impressed us with her breadth of ex

Member for Glass House Andrew Powell MP has celebrated with the students (and staff) of Montville State School following the announcement that they would be receiving significant funding to upgrade their playground. The school has been granted $453, 757 under the 2023-24 Schools Subsidy Scheme to renovate and improve their playground and outdoor area. “I recently popped into the school and met grade three students Rosie and Danny to hear their thoughts on the news,” said Mr Powell. “They wer

This week on the ABC program ‘Brisbane Drive’, Steve Austin spoke with Deputy Mayor of the city of Moreton Bay Jodie Shipway, and Director of Suburban Futures Chairman, Ross Elliot to discuss the significant population growth in the Moreton Bay region and infrastructure requirements. The area is expected to see an increase of over 300,000 people by 2041, which is a substantial growth rate. However, there is a concern about the lack of adequate infrastructure to support this population growth, e

Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell MP, has once again prodded the Department of Transport and Main Roads for a reopening date following the prolonged closure of one lane on Kilcoy-Beerwah Road at Cedarton. “The road has now been closed for 530 days after a drain failed and the road slipped following heavy rain in February and March 2022,” said Mr Powell. In Parliament in February this year, Mr Powell asked the Main Roads Minister to provide a timeline for the reopening of both lanes.  As th

This week on the ABC program ‘Brisbane Drive’, Steve Austin spoke with Deputy Mayor of the city of Moreton Bay Jodie Shipway, and Director of Suburban Futures Chairman, Ross Elliot to discuss the significant population growth in the Moreton Bay region and infrastructure requirements. The area is expected to see an increase of over 300,000 people by 2041, which is a substantial growth rate. However, there is a concern about the lack of adequate infrastructure to support this population growth, e