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There are many issues facing people living in Southern Downs. These are not only current issues, but also includes future issues and concerns that face our coming generations.

Protecting the Aged Pension
Protecting the Aged Pension

Scott Morrison wants to increase the pension age to 70. This will mean that Australia will have the oldest pension age in…

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Strong Healthcare System
Strong Healthcare System

Scott Morrison and the LNP are cutting $715 million from Australia’s public hospitals from 2017 – 2020. That’s the equivalent…

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Good Secure Jobs
Good Secure Jobs

Workers are crying out for good secure jobs. Decent jobs with a fair wage are essential to leading a good life. Scott Morrison…

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Better Funding for Schools
Better Funding for Schools

The LNP’s school cuts mean our children are missing out – fewer teachers, less one-on-one attention, and less help with…

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Climate Change
Climate Change

For the third consecutive year, Scott Morrison and the LNP have overseen an increase in Australia’s pollution levels.

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Warwick fuel is too expensive

22 June 2020

  • Well said Nita. The rest of Australia says “HE CAN GO”! twitter.com/nitagreenqld/statu…

    15 April 2021 5:33 am

Joel Richters

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Joel Richters
I generally try to keep my posts about federal issues to a minimum, but...Timor-Leste is struggling to provide medical aid, food and shelter to a lot of people that have been devastated by recent floods. The destruction and hurt cannot be put into words. I join Pat Conroy MP in calling for the federal government to deploy defence assets such as Helicopters and Naval Ships to assist the Timor-Leste Government reach the isolated communities left without any help.I'm also please that Eastern Colour will be donating the proceeds of the "Pick Your Own" day next weekend to help those in need from Timor-Leste. I will be there and I hope you also come along, pick some great quality local produce and donate some money to much needed disaster relief efforts.Check out their event: Pick Your Own Apples and Strawberries#timorleste #floods #DisasterRecovery #auspol ... See MoreSee Less

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    BREAKING // $20 million for drought resilience for BREAKING // $20 million for drought resilience for the Southern Downs. $8 million for the detail design of a pipeline connecting Toowoomba to Warwick. $4.6 million for Allora groundwater, $1.4 million for industrial groundwater and $4.5 million for Leslie Dam pumping upgrades. #southerndowns #water
    UPDATE: Restrictions have been lifted for all outd UPDATE: Restrictions have been lifted for all outdoor Anzac Day events in 2021. No COVID Safe Event Checklist or Event Plan will be required. Queenslanders worked hard to stop the spread of COVID-19. Let's commemorate this special day together. #AnzacDay
    BREAKING: #Restrictions will ease from 6am tomorro BREAKING: #Restrictions will ease from 6am tomorrow, Thursday 15 April. #Masks will not be required except at airports or when flying. You should always carry a mask and wear it in crowded places where social distancing isn’t possible. Visitors will be allowed in hospitals, aged and disability care as soon as facilities are ready. You can stand up to eat and drink in pubs and clubs, and dancing will be allowed. Stadiums, theatres and cinemas can operate at 100% capacity. Gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed at private residences. As always, if you’re sick – stay home and get tested. #covid19
    Are you part of a #sporting #club that could use a Are you part of a #sporting #club that could use a #funding boost? $2,000 is available for clubs and activity organisations towards operational, utility, equipment and training costs. Through the Active Clubs Kickstart program we can help our clubs and volunteers support local sport anywhere in #SouthernDowns 🏉 Our clubs have shown incredible resilience during the pandemic. This funding is an opportunity for clubs to upskill or pay bills. The support can go a long way in helping #community #sport ⚽️ The program is now open and closes on May 5. Check out application and eligibility criteria here: https://bit.ly/3tcoRTw 🏑
    I’m sadden by the passing of His Royal Highness, I’m sadden by the passing of His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh at the age of 99. My condolences extend to Her Majesty The Queen and her whole family. #princephilip #dukeofedinburgh #royals
    Hello Southern Downs kids, we want to hear your st Hello Southern Downs kids, we want to hear your stories, and the issues that affect you. If you want to share your thoughts go to alp.org.au/youth
    Still lots of flooding around with more western pl Still lots of flooding around with more western places waiting for their second flood in only a few weeks. Many others have started the process of recovery and dealing with the damage to crops and fences. Thank you to @markfurnermp for visiting our region today to inspect some of the damage and listening to some of those affected. If your a primary producer in the Goondiwindi Regional Council area and affected by the floods you could receive financial assistance. More information: https://www.daf.qld.gov.au/business-priorities/agriculture/disaster-recovery/natural-disaster/financial-assistance #floods #southerndowns #disasterrecovery #primaryproducers #agriculture @agforceqld
    This weekend I have been spending quality family t This weekend I have been spending quality family time at Connolly Dam. It’s truely amazing being nestled in the hills with a dam that is still flowing all around you. Better still, no phone reception 🙂 Happy Easter 🍫🐰
    PLEASE SHARE: Everything you need to know about Qu PLEASE SHARE: Everything you need to know about Queensland’s updated roadmap for easing restrictions 👇
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Joel is fighting for economic stability and social inclusion. He grew up outside the small country town of Childers and being the son of a farmer, he knows the importance of support and a feeling of belonging from a tight knit community. He recognises the same passion for inclusion in all the towns and villages across Southern Downs.

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