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They weakened crime laws when they were in Government - and now we know they’d all do it again.
Last week in Parliament Steven Miles and every Labor MP voted against a motion on mandatory minimum sentences for serious offenders who commit a crime while out on bail.
That includes Michael Healy, Labor’s MP for Cairns.
Labor’s weak laws and fewer police resulted in victim numbers surging by 193% during their decade of decline.
We’ve introduced the strongest bail laws in the country to Parliament, with 12 months imprisonment for any offender who commits a serious offence while out on bail.
While Labor tries to weaken our laws we’re listening to Queenslanders and delivering the strong laws they need.
And because of our laws like Adult Crime, Adult Time - victim numbers are falling, but we know there’s a long way to go.
On site at the new Thyme Lifestyle Resort Palm Cove, an over-50s lifestyle resort that is starting to take shape. This community will have everything you`d want, including a magnesium pool, bocce ball courts, craft rooms and community living, offering an ideal option for downsizing.
Developments like this also play an important role in addressing our housing crisis by providing more suitable housing choices for older Australians, freeing up larger family homes and helping create greater movement across the housing market.
Well done to all involved!
ICYMI: Cairns Western Arterial Road early works has begun! The relocation works are expected to be complete in late 2027, weather and construction conditions permitting.
Submissions close on Monday. Please share your feedback ASAP!
The Crisafulli Government has introduced the Breach Bail, Go to Jail and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, delivering the next stage of our Adult Crime, Adult Time reforms and strengthening Queensland`s bail laws.
The proposed reforms include:
✅ Mandatory minimum prison sentences for serious repeat offenders who commit further serious offences while on bail.
✅ A new "high degree of confidence" test, making it harder for serious offenders to be granted bail.
✅ Stronger protections for the community by placing community safety and victims` rights first.
Here in Far North Queensland, people have told me they want stronger laws and real consequences for repeat offenders. Enough is enough. I`ve seen the stories on Facebook and the calls for action.
These reforms are designed to deliver exactly that.
Now I need you to stand up. Submit your feedback. If you support these reforms, it`s important that the Committee hears from you. https://qldparlcomm.snapforms.com.au/form/breach-bail-go-to-jail-and-other-legislation-amendment-bill-2026
Together, we can continue working to restore safety in our communities and ensure Queensland`s justice system puts victims and community safety first.
What an incredible milestone for Tangalooma Island Resort. So proud to officially open their new cabanas as the Assistant Minister for Tourism.
A huge congratulations to the entire team!
Progress Report: Freshwater State School`s new multi-purpose centre is taking shape!
It`s great to see works progressing on this significant investment in local education infrastructure.
Delivered by Bryant Building Contractors Pty Ltd, the new single-court multi-purpose hall is part of a multi-million-dollar project that will provide students, staff and the wider school community with a modern and versatile space for sport, assemblies, events and activities.
The best thing about this hall is that its location was determined by parents, staff and students based on the best space to play while preserving the green space.
Community input matters and I can`t wait to cut the ribbon on this incredible new school facility.
I`m looking forward to attending the Cairns Indian Festival again this year, running from 5-12 September.
A huge thank you to the incredible team at GOPIO Cairns and all the volunteers, sponsors and supporters who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make this event such a success each year. Your dedication creates a wonderful opportunity for our community to celebrate and share the richness of Indian culture.
If you haven`t been before, I highly recommend checking it out!
Find out more: https://www.gopiocairns.org.au/festival
GOPIO Cairns Inc.
TEAM TAKEOVER: SPOTTED!
Did anyone see Bree on The Today Show this morning? She joined the team at Tangalooma Island Resort as the Assistant Tourism Minister to open their new cabanas.
Bree, you did so good! Your team is very proud. Let us know if you watched it.
@thetodayshow thank you!!
