It’s true, the economic security of women has been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. Unfortunately, business closures caused by health restrictions have occurred in industries where women make up a large proportion of that workforce. We should also acknowledge that many of the women who have maintained employment through the pandemic have been essential workers who […]
In a time of crisis, the Gold Coast Community Fund stands for and behind Gold Coasters. In Moncrieff, since the pandemic hit, more people have needed financial and social support. It’s been my privilege to work with the fund to support local groups who had to wait up to six weeks for the Queensland government […]
I know everyone in this place is highly conscious of the hardship this pandemic is causing for all Australians. In the engine room of the Gold Coast there are 9,700 businesses relying on JobKeeper, along with other federal government support measures available, to keep the doors open. Gold Coast tourism, small business and education have […]
‘Instead of the “new normal”, Ms. Bell welcomed a new and exceptional future for the Gold Coast’.
ANGIE BELL MP, MEMBER FOR MONCRIEFF: I’m absolutely thrilled to be here today in the beating heart of the Gold Coast, that is Creative Productions here in Molendinar, the owner, a local small business Dave Jackson, is, at his business here today to make a great announcement and I welcome with great gusto our Prime […]
To the good people of Moncrieff It’s certainly been a tough start to 2020 for the Gold Coast. Thank you for the personal sacrifices that you have made to save lives and keep our city safe. As we keep social distancing in place, life as we know it has changed and it’s important that we […]
Volunteers have a strong presence throughout the Moncrieff electorate. Whether it’s helping out with local sporting teams, responding to natural disasters and emergencies, or helping local charities support some of our most disadvantaged people, the most important of volunteers have never been more relevant than now as we work to meet the challenges presented by […]
I rise to speak about a survey which has been released by Regional Development Australia on the Gold Coast, which reveals how deeply affected local businesses are by the COVID-19 pandemic. It found that 92 per cent of Gold Coast businesses have been impacted by the pandemic, including those who are not being paid on […]
Congratulations to all the recipients who have received this prestigious honour and thank you for your dedicated service to the betterment of our community.
While tens of thousands of jobs are at risk, the Queensland Labor government has damaged our local economy by refusing to provide certainty.