Can you believe it’s December already?!
It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025.
This year has been filled with many joyous occasions, community gatherings, school celebrations, church services and numerous Parliament sitting weeks.
The month of November saw three full weeks dedicated to Parliament Sittings to wrap up the year.
However, as we head into December, I’ll be back in the electorate in the lead up to Christmas.
Again, this year I have had the privilege to serve our community as your Federal MP and I am grateful for your continued support. So to each and every one of you, thank you.
I want to wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! May this holiday season be a time to relax, reflect and spend time with your loved ones and friends.
My office closure over this break will be from Friday 20 December at 12pm to Monday 6 January at 8:30am.
As always, if you or your family need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out.
e: Luke.Howarth.MP@aph.gov.au
p: (07) 3284 8008
Congratulations to my youngest son, Samuel, on his high school graduation! We are so proud of you.
Congratulations to all year 12’s graduating in 2024!
If you are a recent school leaver, check out my School Leavers Guide by clicking the button.
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer?
By volunteering your time, you’ll 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.
A reflective service at Deception Bay RSL for Remembrance Day.
The RSL always put on such a wonderful and commemorative service.
Always an honour to pay my respects with past serviceman.
The students and teachers from Bounty Boulevard State School orchestrated a wonderful Remembrance Day Service.
Being able to commemorate our past with the next generation is very special.
Well done to the students of North Lakes State College on their achievements this school year.
A special congratulations to the students who were awarded the Petrie Shield, you all are very worthy recipients.
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
myGov
When your child turns 14, you won’t 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 you’ve reached Age Pension age and you’re 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
Sunday 1 December | 3:30pm
Lifepoint Christmas Carols & Festival
@ Grace Chapel, Rothwell
Sunday 1 December | 4pm – 7pm
Christmas in the Neighbourhood
@ 1-5 Gardenia Parade, North Lakes
Wednesday 4 December | 5:30pm – 8pm
Humpybong Community Christmas Carols
@ Langdon Park, Margate
Sunday 8 December | 4pm – 8pm
Redcliffe Peninsula Christmas Carols
@ Nathan Road Sports Complex, Rothwell
Wednesday 11 – Friday 13 December | 5.30pm – 9.00pm
Bridgeman Downs Lights Festival
@ 370 Albany Creek Road, Bridgeman Downs
Saturday 14 December | 4pm – 6pm
Griffin Community Jingle Jam
@ Griffin State School
Saturday 14 December | 5pm – 8:45pm
Mango Hill Christmas Carols
@ Mango Hill Community Hall
Saturday 14 December | 4pm – 9pm
Redcliffe Christmas Twilight Markets
@ Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe
Saturday 14 December | 3pm
Christmas Show & Festival
@ Citipointe Church Redcliffe
Saturday 14 December | 5pm
Christmas at Church Unlimited
@ 35 Flinders Parade, North Lakes
Sunday 15 December | 4pm – 8:30pm
Bracken Ridge Carols Spectacular
@Norris Road State School
Sunday 15 December | 3pm
Christmas Show & Festival
@ Citipointe Church Redcliffe
Sunday 15 December | 8:30am & 10:30am
Christmas at Church Unlimited
@ 35 Flinders Parade, North Lakes
Have a community event or activity on this year? Let me know!
Email me at: Luke.Howarth.mp@aph.gov.au