Charis Mullen MP was elected to the Queensland Parliament as the State Member for Jordan in November 2017 and re-elected for a second term in 2020.
Charis was appointed the Minister for Child Safety, Minister for Seniors and Disability Services and Minister for Multicultural Affairs in the Miles Government in December 2023.
Her election to the Queensland Parliament follows a career of over 20 years in the public and private sector providing strategic advice and support in government affairs, public policy and advocacy, stakeholder engagement and communication strategy. She has worked across a range of industries including planning & development, transport, infrastructure and tourism.
Charis has previously held positions on a number of Boards including government and superannuation.
Now in her second term, Charis has already advocated for and has delivered on key local projects including:
- $44.5 million for the new Springfield Central Park n Ride
- A brand new $177 million Public Hospital for Greater Springfield (opening early 2026)
- Upgrade to the Centenary Highway/ Logan Motorway Interchange & Exit 32 Off-ramp
- Funding for the Brisbane Lions AFLW Stadium in Springfield
- New public transport for the Greenbank & Flagstone communities
- Child Health and Maternal Clinics in Springfield and Flagstone.
- New schools for Spring Mountain and Greenbank
Charis helped establish ‘Greater Springfield Regional Connect’ – a group of key government agencies, community social service providers, schools and charities – aimed at ensuring there is a safety net for those in the community who are struggling or need support.
As an active member of her community, Charis spends a lot of time working with and supporting the wonderful volunteers in local community organisations, sporting clubs, P&Cs, multicultural groups and local churches as she recognises they are the heart and soul of the Jordan Electorate.
Charis loves living locally in Greater Springfield with her husband, two daughters and their energetic Labrador, Charlie.
