The ‘Violet Jordan Leadership Award’ – Applications Open for 2020
It is with pleasure that I announce the second annual Violet Jordan Leadership Award. I do so in honour of the remarkable achievements of Ellen Violet Jordan whom our electorate is named after. I wish to encourage all students who will be entering year 11 or 12 in...
read more
Dogs in Politics Day
Today is “Dogs in Politics Day” which raises awareness in having more pet friendly policies in Australia 🐶 Our Labrador, Charlie has made a really positive difference in our lives...and gives constructive feedback on constituent emails 😉...
read more
TMR Mobile Customer Service Van – Greater Springfield
For residents of Greater Springfield and surrounds, Department of Transport and Main Roads (Queensland) Mobile Customer Service will be at Orion Springfield Central all this week (23 - 27 September). More...
read more
Breastscreen Mobile Van in Greater Springfield This Week
The Breastscreen Queensland mobile screening van is back in Springfield Central from Monday 23 September - Friday 26 October. The van will be located along Education City Drive, on the grassed area outside The Studio of Performing Arts Springfield. Ladies over 40, you...
read more
Ipswich City Council Multifest 2019
Really pleased that Milton Dick MP and I could drop in to Ipswich MultiFest 2019 this afternoon, hosted by Ipswich City Council. So many fantastic schools from across the Ipswich region taking part in a celebration of the diverse cultures of our region - with some...
read more
Gambling Community Benefit Fund Recipients Announced
Round 101 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF) has been announced! Congratulations to the successful Jordan Electorate recipients - a fantastic outcome for these organisations.
read more
Stronger Laws for Child Sex Offenders
This week, the Palaszczuk Government introduced strong laws that crack down on child sex offenders and boost community safety. These laws deal with the new technologies that criminals are using in an attempt to evade prosecution. The world is changing and the law must...
read more
30th Anniversary of the Tabling of the Fitzgerald Inquiry Report
This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the tabling of the Fitzgerald Inquiry Report. I was only 15 years old but I remember reading the Report and knowing it would transform Queensland's political landscape forever. Today, I was pleased to join current and...
read more
B’HERd: Women in Parliament Workshop
As a woman in politics, supporting the next generation of women leaders is a responsibility and a great privilege. Thank you to my wonderful colleague, Joan Pease MP for supporting the B'HERd: Women In Parliament Workshop and Forum, in conjunction with Commonwealth...
read more
Queensland Social Enterprise Strategy Funding
Calling all Jordan social entrepreneurs 📣 The Qld Government are backing social enterprises in our community with matched funding of up to $50,000 for new and innovative ideas through the 'Queensland Social Enterprise Strategy'. I am happy to offer my guidance to...
read more
Greyhound Adoption Program at Parliament House
Tommy came to the Queensland Parliament today for a visit! He is one of the beautiful dogs that is up for adoption through the Greyhound Adoption Program QLD. If you are looking for a new pet, please consider a greyhound through this fantastic program...
read more
2019 Greater Springfield Running Festival
Ready, set...GO 🏃♀️🏃♂️ What a fantastic McGrath Greater Springfield Running Festival this morning - with more than 1,200 participants taking part. Well done to the amazing organisers (Tony, Maria and team!), the wonderful sponsors who supported the event...and to...
read more
Camira State School Spring Fair
Congratulations to everyone involved in today's Camira State School P&C Spring Fair - what a fantastic day! Thank you to all of the amazing parents, teachers and staff who volunteered their time to make this event such a success - you are a generous community, Camira!...
read more
Water Donations from Jordan Heading to Stanthorpe!
We have the most amazing community in the Jordan electorate! This is 2,000 litres of donated water on its way to Stanthorpe this morning 💧 Thank you Suzanne Bish for the call-out, to the volunteers delivering, Orana Car and Truck Rentals for donating the van and to...
read more
Everleigh ‘Make Your Mark’ Event
What a fantastic opportunity for local residents in Greenbank to turn their good ideas into worthwhile community projects - thanks Enriching Communities Greenbank and Logan City Council for supporting this event. Click here for more information. ...
read more