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DISASTER RELIEF GRANTS AVAILABLE

The Federal and State Governments have activated Disaster Relief Grants as this unfolding flood emergency continues in the electorate of Dawson.

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MAJOR FLOOD EMERGENCY

The Local Governments of the Dawson region is responding to a severe flooding event that is currently impacting areas from Mackay through to Townsville and further north.

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RE-ENDORSED FOR DAWSON

I am honoured to have been endorsed once again as the LNP Candidate for the seat of Dawson.

It's a privilege to be entrusted by the local party members, with an unanimous vote of confidence and I am ready to work hard and fight even harder for the betterment of our region and our country.

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HELPING SMALL BUSINESS

Small businesses are a vital part of our country’s economy, helping to keep everything ticking along. But right now, they’re under real pressure as the costs continues to cause major financial pain on everyday Queenslander’s who are just trying to make a living.

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ELECTION FUNDING PLEDGE FOR CRIME STOPPERS

Every Australian deserves to feel safe and be safe in their home and local community.

Unfortunately, we’ve seen crime spread across many parts of Regional Queensland especially in Townsville.

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COALITION’S PLAN TO ATTRACT JUNIOR GP’S

The Coalition have acted and put forward their plan to incentivise junior GP's to work and stay in the regions.

Under an elected Coalition government, $400 million will go towards attracting junior doctors to pursue a career as a GP to safeguard Australians’ healthcare.

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BRUCE HIGHWAY FUNDING CONCERNS

The Federal Government’s $7.2 billion pledge to upgrade the notoriously dangerous Bruce Highway has already hit it’s first set of potholes.

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ORGANICS SENATE INQUIRY

The Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox is encouraging local organic growers and providers to make a submission for the Senate inquiry into the National Organic Standard Bill 2024.

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THE COALITION LED THE WAY

With today’s announcement that the Coalition will match the $7.2 billion dollar Bruce Highway upgrade, this brings certainty for road users and contractors.

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CALLS TO IMPROVE MOBILE BLACKSPOTS

It’s been no surprise that my electorate of Dawson has been plagued with bad mobile blackspots which is a real concern, especially emergency, work related requirements or just to keep in contact with loved ones.

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CLEAN UP BEGINS AFTER MAJOR FLOODS

Canegrowers are now assessing the extent of damage to crops after the region was hit by major flooding caused by three weather systems converging in North and Central Queensland.

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COALITION’S NEW HOUSING POLICY

Regional Australia will receive its fair share of the Coalition’s $5 billion home building plan, with a target of 30 per cent of the funding to be invested to unlock new homes in regional, rural and remote Australia.

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40 LIVES LOST ON NORTH QUEENSLAND ROADS

New data has revealed Queensland has recorded the highest road toll increase in the country in the last 12 months.

Figures from the Bureau of Infra-structure and Transport Research Economics show last month was the deadliest month on our nation’s roads since 2017.

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COALITIONS PLANS TO GO NUCLEAR

The Coalitions nuclear power plan will cost up to $263 billion less than Labor’s renewable rollout between now and 2050, translating into cheaper electricity over the long run.

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SUPPORT FOR CANEGROWERS

It is no secret the sugar industry had its trials and tribulations across our region in 2024.

As I write this, some farmers are still struggling to get the cane off and the season looks to be extended into 2025.

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THE ROYAL COMMISSION INTO DEFENCE AND VETERAN SUICIDE

The Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox acknowledges the Federal Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide Final Report.

Of the 122 recommendations, the Government has agreed or agreed-in-principle to 104 recommendations

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FUNDING BOOST FOR MURROONA GARDENS AGED CAR FACILITY

Advocating for our senior citizens and pushing for better-aged care facilities throughout Dawson that prioritises dignity, safety, and quality of life, especially for regional areas where medical care can be limited, is something I have done since being elected.

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