It’s time to be festive
A message from Luke
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! I cannot believe it is that time of the year again. December is a time where we gather with those we cherish and love to celebrate not only Christmas, but all that 2023 has been. Throughout this holiday period, I am hoping that you will take some time to relax and reflect on 2023, how this year was special, and how you can make 2024 even better! In the spirit of togetherness, let us cherish those most dear to us, appreciate the diversity that enriches us, and share the goodwill that defines us.Â
Thank you to the people of Petrie for your support. To be your representative, to serve and to partner with you is my great privilege.
Thank you to all volunteers who have offered their time and support over the year. I truly appreciate each and every one of you. Without your support, none of what I do is possible.
Thank you to my staff in the electorate office. They work tirelessly to ensure that all constituents in Petrie are supported and assisted with any matter that lands there way and keep the show on the road when IÂ am representing Petrie in Parliament.Â
Let this holiday season be a source of inspiration, kindness, and renewal for all. May the magic of Christmas fill our hearts with gratitude and hope, and may the coming year bring prosperity, peace and countless moments of joy.
Sincerely from my family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Parliament review
Cost of Living Pressures (click title for video)
Throughout the year, cost of living has been a national issue, but it seems the Albanese Labor Government are completely out of touch with the Australian people.Â
Inspiring the Next Generation (click title for video)
I was invited to educate the Year 7 cohort at Mueller College Rothwell, as part of their politics study. I encouraged them to be proud Australians, as they navigate through their schooling years.Â
Fighting for Fair Work within Australia (click title for video)
In Parliament recently I spoke on a passionate topic of mine, Fair Work in Australia. Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill speech.
In Petrie we couldn’t be prouder of the Dolphins NRL team. The $8 million investment by the former Coalition Government helped them get into the NRL.
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Luke in the community
Christmas Competition
Congratulations to Alice in Year 3 from St Paul's School, who won my Christmas Card Colouring-In Competition. Alice's artwork will be displayed on my Christmas Cards to the electorate. Year 3 Green were rewarded with a Pizza Party to celebrate Alice!
Petrie Shield Awards
As we head into the closing of the year, I have attended numerous school awards ceremony's and it has been wonderful to recognise many students. Congratulations to the recipients of the Petrie Shield from all over the electorate.
Door Knocking in Petrie
Door knocking is the way I connect your backyard to Parliament. I am listening to what matters most to you! Every knock is a step a towards a stronger nation.
Small Business Visits
As a former small business owner, I understand the challenges and opportunities that owners face. Being able to visit so many small and family businesses around the electorate allows me to listen to what matters most to you.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
While youâre stuck in traffic, Labor has much needed infrastructure projects stuck in reviews, delays and cuts. This comes after the 90-day infrastructure review that took over 200 days to be released. Enough is enough!
Thank you to Shadow Minister for Infrastructure Senator McKenzie for your unwavering support to fight for what the people of Petrie deserve.
The current infrastructure projects within the electorate:
– Beams Road Overpass
– Linkfield Road Overpass
– Dohles Rocks Road On & Off Ramps
– Gateway Motorway Bracken Ridge to Pine Rivers
I will continue to keep you updated as more information rolls out. I will keep fighting for you because your time matters!
COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARDS
Petrie Christmas Events This Month!
Saturday 2nd December:
8.30am – 3.30pm – Griffin Santa Run @ Griffin Sport Complex (Henry Rd)
11am – 3pm – Redcliffe Anglican Parish Community Christmas Fair @ St Mary’s Anglican Church
10am – 4.30pm – Fresh & Forever Christmas Wreath Workshop & High Tea @ Reid’s Place – 377 Scarborough Road, Scarborough
9am – 12pm – Newport Market @ Endeavour Park, Newport
1pm – Official Opening of Paintings & Pottery Christmas Exhibition @ 395 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe (Old Fire Station)
Sunday 3rd December:
4pm – 8pm – Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols @ Nathan Road Sports Complex, Rothwell
Tuesday 5th December:
3.30pm – 7.30pm – Auslan Santa @ Westfield North Lakes
7am – 8.30am – Quota Brisbane Christmas Breakfast @ Aspley Hornets Football Club
Saturday 9th December:
9am – 10.30am – Breakfast with Santa at Market Square @ Bay Avenue, Deception Bay
4.30pm – Christmas Carols Aspley Hornets @ Aspley Hornets Football Club
4pm – Redcliffe Christmas Twilight Markets @ Redcliffe Parade
5pm – Christmas Show: A Citipointe Christmas @ Citipointe Church – 195 Elizabeth Avenue, Redcliffe
Sunday 10th December:
9am & 5pm – Christmas Show: A Citipointe Christmas @ Citipointe Church – 195 Elizabeth Avenue, Redcliffe
5pm – 9.30pm – Bracken Ridge Carols Spectacular @ Norris Rd State School
4pm – 8pm – North Lakes Christmas Carols @ Kinsellas Sports Complex, North Lakes
9.30am – 3.30pm – Christmas Artisan Market @ Eden Gardens – CarseldineÂ
Friday 15th December:
5pm – 9pm Christmas Alleyway Night Market @ North Lakes Sports ClubÂ
 5.30 – 9pm – Christmas Lights Festival Bridgeman Downs @ Bridgeman Baptist Church
Tuesday 19th December:
7pm – Christmas Comedy Night Special @ Dude and Duke, Deception Bay
WHAT'S ON IN DECEMBER & JANUARY
9th December:Â School Holidays BeginÂ
24th December:Â Christmas Eve
25th December:Â Christmas Day
26th December:Â Boxing Day
31st December: New Years Eve
1st January:Â New Years Day
2nd January:Â Additional Public Holiday for New Year’s Day
26th January:Â Australia Day
luke.howarth.mp@aph.gov.au
