Hey Queenslanders: change is here!
Welcome to November!
I hope that you and your families are well and are looking forward to the Christmas season which is fast approaching!
Good news Queenslanders, we are back in Government at the State level.
Congratulations to David Crisafulli, Kerri-Anne Dooley and Amanda Cooper on their success this election.Â
Kerri-Anne will be a fantastic Member for Redcliffe and bring change to our area.Â
Amanda Cooper is looking strong for a fresh start for Aspley.Â
David will be an excellent Premier to lead our State. Hereâs to a fresh start Queenslanders.
This month there will be three Parliamentary Sitting Weeks to wrap up the 2024 Sitting Calendar and I will continue to represent you by bringing Petrie to Parliament.
I look forward to seeing you around the electorate this month!
If there is anything I can do to help you or your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out.Â
e: Luke.Howarth.MP@aph.gov.au
p:Â (07) 3284 8008
I want to hear from you! Are you and your family experiencing cost of living pressures? Let me know so I can continue to tell your stories and represent you Parliament.
FAMILY NEWS
Congratulations to my youngest son, Samuel, on his high school graduation a few weeks ago! We are so proud of you. Samuel still has his external exams to go but will finish up at the end of this month. Congratulations to all year 12's graduating in 2024!
FREE EVENTS HOSTED BY LUKE
ROYAL HIGH TEA
Thank you to everyone who attended my Royal High Tea. It was a wonderful morning, with lots of laughs and good conversation.
The scones and sandwiches were delicious!
I hope the official portraits of King Charles III serve as a reminder of our special celebration of the Monarchy together.
PS: Their Majesties arrived a few weeks early!
MUMS & BUBS EXPO
What a day! My Mums & Bubs Expo was a blast. Thank you to everyone who attended and all of the stall holders for an exceptional morning of fun!
Held at Lake Eden in North Lakes, the weather was perfect.Â
I look forward to hosting another expo next year!
QLD STATE ELECTION
Pictured below
- Kerri-Anne Dooley – Our new State Member for Redcliffe.
- Amanda Cooper – Our new State Member for Aspley.
- Rob Barridge – State Candidate for Bancroft.
- Chris Mangan – State Candidate for Sandgate.
- Gary Fulton – State Candidate for Murrumba.
TEAM HOWARTH VOLUNTEERS
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?Â
By volunteering your time, youâll be joining a team of like-minded people who want a better future and play a role in shaping our future.
I look forward to having you onboard Team Howarth.
YOUR LOCAL MP
Premier's Reading Challenge
We have some superstar readers at Mango Hill Early Learning!
Congratulations little ones on your outstanding results in the Premier’s Reading Challenge.
This is a great challenge to prepare them for big school.
Bright Bags Collection
Located at Tribe Clubhouse in Redcliffe, a yellow bin is located to collect clothes, activities and hygiene items for children up to 16 who are in vulnerable situations.
If you are in a position to, please place your donations in the yellow Bright Bags bin at Tribe Clubhouse in Redcliffe!Â
Current Training Grand Opening
What an awesome morning connecting with the staff and community.
The opening of this brand-new facility for Current Training is a tremendous asset for our local community.
SHADOW MINISTRY 2024 PARLIAMENTâ
Parliament is in full swing, and I have the privilege of representing Petrie and being able to bring forward the issues that matter most to you. Below are some speeches I have completed in Parliament recently. If there is something you would like me to raise in Parliament, please email me at Luke.Howarth.mp@aph.gov.au
Below are some speeches I have completed in Parliament.
DID YOU KNOW
myGov
When your child turns 14, you wonât be able to access their My Health Record anymore. They can choose to give you access as a nominated representative.
Read More:
https://my.gov.au/en/services/raising-kids/teenagers/becoming-independent
Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
If youâve reached Age Pension age and youâre not eligible for a Pensioner Concession Card (PCC), you may be able to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC). The CSHC can help with the cost of health care and medicines, and give you access to other discounts.
Read More:
https://my.gov.au/en/services/ageing/retirement/after-you-retire/concessions-for-older-australians#commonwealth-seniors-health-card
Anniversary Requests
Do you have someone special in your life celebrating a milestone. You can request messages for 50th, 60th, 65th and 70th and every year after for wedding anniversaries, and 90th and 100th birthdays via my website at:
https://lukehowarth.com.au/request-a-congratulatory-message/
Local Sporting Champions
Financial assistance to successful applicants aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships.
Read More:
https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local_sporting_champions
Local Para Champions
Financial assistance to successful applicants aged 12-24 participating in state, national or international championships.
Read More:
https://www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/local-para-champions
LIFE UNDER LABOR
WHAT'S ON IN NOVEMBER
Saturday 2 November | 9amÂ
Brisbane Convoy for Kids
@ Redcliffe Showgrounds
Sunday 10 November |Â 2pm – 6pm
Jazz & Shiraz
@ Ultramarine Parade, Griffin
Saturday 23 November |Â 12pm – 6pm
Newport Christmas Twilight Market
@Â Endeavour Park, Newport
Saturday 23 November |Â 4pm – 10pm
Carseldine Christmas Twilight Markets
@ 532 Beams Road, Carseldine
Sunday 24 November | 9am â 1pm
Bracken Ridge Lionâs Train Day
@ McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge
Saturday 30 November |Â 9am â 2pm
Lakes Central Market
@ North lakes Town Common
Saturday 30 November |Â 4pm â 8pm
North Lakes Christmas Carols
@ Kinsellas Sports Complex
Have a community event or activity on this year? Let me know!
Email me at: Luke.Howarth.mp@aph.gov.auÂ
WHAT WE STAND FOR
