As your State Member for Nicklin, I am dedicated to being a strong and accessible voice for our community.
My office is here to support local residents, businesses, schools, and community groups with any State Government matters, including:
- Advocating on your behalf to relevant Ministers or Departments
- Connecting you with services that can provide assistance
- Lobbying for additional resources for your group or community service
- Advising you of your rights and any further action you can take
- Providing details on available grants to support your initiatives
- Keeping you informed about key state issues
On this page, I have outlined some of the services I am proud to offer to our local community.
Request a Letter of support
If you require a letter of support for your grant application, please email my office at [email protected] with the following details:
- Information about your organisation
- The grant you are applying for
- How the funding will be used
- The timeframe and/or deadline it is needed by, so we can do our best to accommodate your request.
Funding Assistance
Community groups and not-for-profit organizations can access funding from various Queensland Government sources, including the Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
For more information regarding grants available through the Queensland Government.
Seniors Cards
If you are 60 or older, you may be eligible for a Seniors Card or a Seniors Business Card.
These cards provide access to various government discounts and exclusive offers at thousands of businesses across the state. Submit your application for a Seniors Card.
Electoral Enrolment
The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) oversees voter enrolments for federal, state, and local elections.
If you need to register to vote for the first time or update your address or personal details, you can do it online via the AEC website.
Request for congratulatory message
If you, a family member or friend is about to celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary, you can request a letter to mark the occasion for via the Nicklin electorate office.
| Celebration | Message From | Notice Period |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding Anniversary | ||
| 50th (Golden) | – Prime Minister of Australia – Premier of Queensland – Governor of Queensland | 3 weeks |
| 60th 65th 70th (Diamond) | – His Majesty The King – Governor-General of Australia – Prime Minister of Australia – Governor of Queensland – Premier of Queensland | 4 weeks |
| Birthday | ||
| 90th | – Prime Minister of Australia – Premier of Queensland | 3 weeks |
| 100th 105th 110th | – His Majesty The King – Governor-General of Australia – Prime Minister of Australia – Governor of Queensland – Premier of Queensland | 4 weeks |
How to Request a Letter
Submit your request via our website.
You will need to provide a copy of a supporting document to verify the applicant’s date of birth or marriage:
- Full Birth Certificate* or Marriage Certificate** (photocopy acceptable)
- Passport or citizenship papers (photocopy acceptable)
* Extracts of Birth Certificates will not be accepted
** If you do not have a marriage certificate, you can supply a statutory declaration to confirm that the date and place of marriage are correct. The statutory declaration should be signed by a member of the family and witnessed by a Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations (form available at my office).
Submitting your Application
Please complete the Congratulatory Letter Request form and we will organise the rest for you.
Important Dates
School Term Dates are available on the Queensland Government Department of Education website.
Request a Queensland Flag
Not-for-profit organizations and community groups may be eligible for a free Queensland flag, subject to the conditions set by the Department of the Premier and Cabinet.
Please submit your request for a flag to my office at [email protected]
Tours of Parliament House
A tour of Parliament House can be a fun and informative experience for both children and adults.
BBQs and morning teas can also be arranged as part of your visit.
If I am in Parliament on the day of your tour, I may have the opportunity to meet your group and enhance your experience.
Photocopying for Community Groups
For eligible community groups in the Nicklin electorate, I am pleased to offer photocopying services.
This service is provided in accordance with the rules set by the Clerk of Parliament.
Contact my office for more information.
Borrow a Marquee
If your community group or sporting club is hosting a special event and would like to borrow one of my marquees, please contact my office by email or phone to check availability for your preferred date.
For more information, feel free to reach out to my office.
