Deb’s Diary

Trading Changes ‘Poorly Drafted’

Trading Changes ‘Poorly Drafted’

I was proud to stand up for our region’s small business and their employees in Parliament recently to ensure they received a better deal under Labor’s proposed trading hour changes.

What A Great Pumpkin Festival!

What A Great Pumpkin Festival!

It’s been terrific visiting new parts of the extended Nanango Electorate, and I was thrilled to head to Goomeri on the last Sunday in May to take part in the legendary Pumpkin Roll at the annual Pumpkin Festival.

South Burnett Needs Drought Declaration

South Burnett Needs Drought Declaration

I am calling on the Minister for Agriculture to take notice of the lack of rainfall across the South Burnett region, listen to the local community and issue a drought declaration.

Happy Australia Day!

Happy Australia Day!

In regional Queensland you can always be guaranteed a terrific Australia Day, and this year has been no exception.

Merry Christmas From Deb

Merry Christmas From Deb

As we approach the festive season and the New Year, I would like to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and health, happiness and prosperity for 2017.

Quick Bounce Back From Fire

Quick Bounce Back From Fire

Sunday, November 6, was a long and very challenging day for the South Burnett and Swickers community after the devastating fire at our local meat processing facility.

All The Best For Christmas!

All The Best For Christmas!

As 2015 draws to a close, I would like to wish you and your family a wonderful festive season and best wishes for the New Year.

Apply For QRAA Loans ASAP

Apply For QRAA Loans ASAP

While some parts of our region have received rain over winter, many primary producers have once again missed out and are facing another long, hot, dry summer.