“This package gives so many the chance to keep their doors open, their businesses operating, their staff employed and their hopes intact. On behalf of Moncrieff, I thank the Treasurer, the Prime Minister and Cabinet for their rapid response to our calls for help”.
Today in our Parliament I asked our Prime Minister, The Hon Scott Morrison to inform the House how the Morrison Government is continuing to deliver on its plan to secure Australia’s path forward to a stronger and more secure future on the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic.
I’m pleased to hear that those on the other side agree with these bills. We know that, before COVID-19 hit, the Gold Coast international education sector contributed $1.6 billion to the local economy and $40 billion to the national economy. It has taken a hard hit. It was the first sector to be damaged, […]
Nominations are now closed for the 2021 Central Gold Coast Moncrieff Volunteer Awards The Awards recognise volunteers who inspire others and enrich our community through their contributions. The Awards seek to publicly thank and celebrate volunteers for their selfless service. Due to social distancing and current restrictions, our ceremony may look a little different […]
Last month I enjoyed my second visit to the Country Women’s Association(CWA) Mermaid Beach Branch for their 60th annual meeting, albeit masked. At the meeting I had the opportunity to share updates regarding the vaccine rollout. Most of the women had already received their first dose of the vaccine, which was fantastic to hear. In […]
I congratulate all the Olympic athletes and medallists who have done us proud at the Tokyo Olympics. Special Moncrieff congratulations go to Chelsea Hodges, who won gold in the 4 x 100 medley relay and Cameron McEvoy for his bronze medal in the mixed 4 x 100 medley relay. I also congratulate Gold Coasters Emma […]
Last week I had the great pleasure of visiting the Nerang Visitor Information Centre and art gallery in my electorate of Moncrieff. Both are run entirely by the selfless volunteers of the Nerang Community Association. The Nerang Visitor Information Centre is located inside Ceramic House, which is a beautiful heritage home built in 1919 […]
Gold Coast Bulletin 31 July 2021
‘I would like to thank Federal Member Angie Bell for the support she has given MEGC in our first year in supporting our federal funding applications and in particular supporting Surfers Paradise.’ Jan McCormick CEO, MEGC
The Moncrieff Community Cabinet was formed by Angie Bell MP as a response to the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020. The Member for Moncrieff said, “This is a group of dedicated individuals and leaders from across cultures and faith organisations who are at the front line of support for our local central Gold Coast community. […]
Gold Coast Bulletin July 10 2021
‘While we continue to prioritise the safety of our communities, Study Gold Coast is working closely with the City Heart Taskforce to ensure the future for our city. Eighteen months on since the virus first emerged, the world is a very different place, but we know we have the capabilities to address the unforseen challenges ahead. We are ready and waiting to meet them head on.’ Hon Rob Borbidge AO, Chair Study Gold Coast and former Qld Premier.