Beechmont’s cricketers are set for a first class season after the Beechmont Recreation Arts and Sports Association received a boost through the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Fund. The Beechmont Recreation Arts and Sports Association received $9,905 to help with the cost of installing a white picket fence to mark the boundary of their cricket oval.…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (16:31): I rise today because there are organisations that do some incredible work in my electorate, and I’m sure honourable members in this room get to witness similar types of work. But nothing fills me with a greater sense of pride today than to be able to stand and congratulate the Canungra…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (16:37): It is the most wonderful time of the year—Christmas being something different for everyone. For most it's a joyous occasion, but it's not necessarily a great part of the year for all of our community. Christmas is the time to expand our giving, encompassing those in need. It's a time for…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (20:31): We all have landed in a spot, but not all of us have travelled on the same road to get here with regard to the marriage amendment debate that has landed. Before I start my commentary this evening, I want to acknowledge those who are here in the gallery—the dwindling mob…
In the lead-up to Christmas, Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz has urged the community to back small business and shop local. “The holiday season is when many small businesses work their hardest and employ more locals to meet the demands of the Christmas retail trade period,” Mr Buchholz said. “It is important we back…
While the school year winds down for the year, it’s full steam ahead at the Yarrabilba State School as they gear up to open the gates and welcome students in 2018. Foundation Principal Lee Harrex said teaching staff were looking forward to seeing their new school facilities completed and open for learning. “We’ve got 310…
The Gatton Redbacks have received a boost to continue kicking goals for local football players through the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Fund. The Gatton Redbacks Football Club received $12,000 to help with the cost of purchasing a new mower to maintain their grounds to the highest standard. President Adam Halstead said the new mower would…
The Australian Government’s Mobile Service Centre, Desert Rose, is returning to south east Queensland before Christmas, including stops at Laidley, Aratula and Boonah. The purpose-built Mobile Service Centre will bring Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support services to the Lockyer Valley on Monday, December 4 and the Scenic Rim on Wednesday, December 13 and Thursday, December…
Local road users will have access to safer and more reliable travel after two bridges in the Scenic Rim were upgraded with the support of the Federal Government. Adams Bridge at Rosevale and Churchbank Bridge at Mutdapilly were replaced along with Tramway Bridge at Christmas Creek through a partnership of the national Bridges Renewal Program…
Soldiers serving abroad will get a taste of the Fassifern’s country hospitality this Christmas when the Rotary Club of Fassifern Valley sends 60 Digger Boxes to troops overseas. The club will send the boxes through the Australian Government’s Support the Troops initiative, with items to be sent and packed by this Friday. Donations of small,…