• Enhance Public Spaces & Infrastructure by implementing rigorous maintenance and upgrade programs for public parks, roads, and footpaths.
• Increase Safety and Accessibility by allocating additional funds for curbing and channeling in older suburbs, upgrade bus shelters, and ensure all areas of Ipswich have access to safe and reliable infrastructure.
• Strengthen Flood Defenses by conducting a thorough review of previous developments and current flood infrastructure to identify and rectify planning oversights and weaknesses.

• Address local infrastructure needs, such as roads, public transport, and community facilities.
• Focus on improving accessibility for people with disabilities
• Advocate for sustainable and responsible development to enhance the quality of life for residents.
• Emphasize plans to revitalize and improve public spaces within Division 2 through geniune and meaningful public consultation.

• Establish and attend regular community meetings and forums to understand the concerns and aspirations of residents.
• Promote transparency and accountability in local government through open communication channels.
• Encourage community-driven initiatives and involve residents in decision-making processes.

We have witnessed some tremendous growth in our region, which has delivered some fantastic services and opportunties to local residents, as well as highlighting the need for greater community engagement, protection for our environment and green spaces, and the need to better manage the impacts of floods.

If elected, I will fight for sustainable development which maximises opportunities, preserves the character and charm of our suburbs, and protects our precious green spaces and wildlife.

Our changing climate requires strong leadership and vision to build resilient, modern and future proof communities, focused on the health, safety and happiness of local residents.

• Develop and support initiatives to enhance environmental sustainability within Ipswich.
• Advocate for policies that promote green spaces, renewable energy, and waste reduction and recyclying.
• Address concerns related to local air and water quality, ensuring a healthy living environment.
• Review of flood impacts from recent developments in our region on our waterways, and improve flood protection infrastructure.

• Support local businesses by creating a conducive environment for growth and innovation.
• Work towards attracting new businesses to stimulate economic development and job creation.
• Collaborate with local organizations to identify and address the needs of the business community.

• Work with state government, local schools, educational institutions and sporting and community groups to improve educational outcomes for young residents.
• Advocate for increased youth services and recreational facilities to engage and empower the youth, and ensure every child has the opportunity participate.
• Support programs that enhance skill development and provide opportunities for young people.

Our community knows too well the impact of youth crime and violence. The Red Suburbs crime map of Australia rates our postcode as very unsafe.

In our roles with Goodna Street Life we work with offenders, local police, probation, youth justice and child safety, and neighbourhood watches, and we understand the complexity and weaknesses in our system.

To improve safety in our region we would like to see greater state funding for our local police, and youth support services, and community led projects to improve outcomes for at risk youth.

• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies to address crime and safety concerns within Division 2.
• Drug and Alcohol rehabilitation programs to reduce the harm caused by drugs in our community.
• Establish Youth Support programs to reach at risk kids.
• Promote neighborhood watch programs and community partnerships for a safer environment.

• Develop and implement strategies to address the housing and homelessness crisis in Ipswich.
• Advocate for policies that support housing diversity and accessibility for all income levels.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to find innovative solutions to housing challenges.

• Sustainable development - review to bring innovation and best practice into our building standards
• Neighbourhood plans to protect the character of our community, and engage locals in the vision of our fast growing region
• Parks & public spaces to foster active and connected communities
• Wildlife corridors, protected habitats & eco-tourism
• Improve building standards to ensure our aging population has more stay at home options, and better end of life care
• Inclusive City Plan to make our suburbs and homes more accessible for people with disabilities
• Development of a public and active transport policy for Ipswich

• Microgrid energy to encourage local investment, protect residents from power outages, and allow for local energy trading
• Urban Food & Water project including vertical farming, support local growers, community gardens, and drought planning for food and water security
• No Superdumps & developing zero waste industries, and recycling precincts
• Crisis response & Disaster Management Strategy to better protect residents from natural disasters
• Investigate pathways to Net Zero Emissions by 2030

• Community Resource Centre to provide advice, administrative support, and shared material aid and equipment, IT, and printing support for community groups and not for profits
• Arts & Creative Industries programs to drive social and economic growth
• Homelessness Unit in Ipswich to support the expansion of social & crisis housing across Ipswich, and integrate support services
• Expansion of Public Safety Initiatives to include Youth Programs & AOD intervention and rehabilitation services for Ipswich

• Early intervention strategies to identify and support individuals and families at risk of homelessness.
• Ensure that those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness have immediate access to safe and supportive accommodation, and facilitate pathways from crisis accommodation to long-term, stable housing solutions
• Provide integrated support for individuals facing challenges related to youth, mental health, domestic violence, and drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
• Foster collaboration across all sectors to effectively address homelessness and housing insecurity.
• Create a specific plan that identifies potential emergency housing locations, including repurposing of council properties, schools, community centers, and other suitable buildings as temporary shelters in the event of a disaster.