How We Can Help

My electorate office is here to provide assistance to local residents, businesses, schools and community groups with State Government issues.

As your local Member of Parliament, I am committed to supporting our community. Here are the key ways my office can help you:

Making Representations

We can make representations on your behalf directly to relevant Ministers to address your concerns and advocate for your needs.

Connecting You with Services

We can put you in touch with the right service that can help you, ensuring you get the support you need.

Grants and Programs

We provide information on available grants and State Government programs that may assist you or your community group.

State Issues Updates

We keep you informed on State issues that affect our community and the South Brisbane electorate.

For assistance with any of these matters, please don't hesitate to contact our office. We are here to help.

Enrolling to Vote

Voting is a fundamental right and responsibility in our democracy. My office can assist you with enrolling to vote or updating your electoral details.

Enrolling to vote ensures that you have a say in who represents you at all levels of government. In Australia, voting is compulsory for citizens aged 18 and over.

1

Check Your Eligibility

You are eligible to enrol to vote if you:

Are an Australian citizen (or a British subject who was on the Commonwealth electoral roll on 25 January 1984)
Are 18 years or older
Have lived at your current address for at least one month

You can enrol when you're 16 or 17, but you won't be able to vote until you turn 18.

2

Prepare Your Identification

To enrol, you'll need one of the following:

Your driver's license number
Your Australian passport number
Have someone who is already enrolled confirm your identity

3

Enrol Online

The easiest way to enrol is through the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) website:

Enrol to Vote Online

The online form takes about 5-10 minutes to complete.

4

Paper Enrolment

If you prefer to use a paper form:

Download and print the form from the AEC website
Visit any AEC office, post office, or my electorate office to collect a form
Complete the form and return it to the AEC

5

Update Your Details

If you've already enrolled but need to update your details (e.g., if you've moved or changed your name), you can:

Update your details online at the AEC website
Complete a new paper form

How My Office Can Help

My electorate office can assist you with:

Providing enrolment forms
Helping you complete your enrolment form
Answering questions about the electoral process
Providing information about upcoming elections
Explaining voting procedures
Helping you complete your application for a postal vote

Available Rebates & Concessions

Queensland residents may be eligible for various rebates and concessions for energy, water, transport, healthcare, and education. For more information on specific rebates and to check your eligibility, visit the Queensland Government Concessions website.

My electorate office can help you navigate the various rebates and concessions available to you. Contact us for assistance with:

• Determining which rebates you may be eligible for

• Completing application forms

• Following up on applications

• Advocating on your behalf if you're experiencing difficulties

Seniors Card

There are a number of Seniors Cards available in Queensland which offer great discounts on goods and services as well as a number of Queensland Government concessions. Cards are available to eligible Queenslanders who are 60 years and older.

Card Types and Benefits:

• Queensland Seniors Card

• Queensland Seniors + Go Card

• Seniors Business Discount Card

Full information on eligibility for each of the cards, as well as the range of discounts they offer, can be found here.

You can apply online, or send in the application in via post.

Need a Justice of the Peace?

Justices of the Peace (JPs) serve important community functions, primarily witnessing and clarifying legal documents.

You may wish to seek out the JP Branch if you require:

• Witnessing oaths or affidavits,

• Notarize documents,

• Officiate wedding ceremonies,

• Taking statutory declarations, or

• Attesting signatures.

My electorate office is fortunate to be near the Justices of the Peace Branch. We encourage all of our constituents who are in need of a Justice of the Peace to seek services at:

Level 6/154 Melbourne St
South Brisbane, QLD, 4101.

Monday - Friday
8:30am - 4:00pm

If you require an After-hours JP then please find your nearest one here.

You may also search for a Community JP here.

Request Letters of Support

I am pleased to provide letters of support for individuals and organisations in the South Brisbane electorate for various purposes.

A letter of support from your local Member of Parliament can be valuable for various applications, including grant applications, community initiatives, and personal endeavours.

Types of Support Letters Available

I can provide letters of support for:

• Grant applications for community projects

• Funding applications for local initiatives

• Community events and programs

• Recognition of community service

Information Required

To process your request efficiently, please provide the following information:

• Your full name and contact details

• The purpose of the letter (what it will be used for)

• The organisation or person to whom the letter should be addressed

• Specific details about the project, event, or application

• Any relevant deadlines

• Any specific points you would like included in the letter

Please note: We require at least 14 business days to process requests for letters of support. For urgent requests, please contact our office directly.

Congratulatory Messages

If you or someone you know is celebrating a special birthday or anniversary, my office can assist in obtaining a letter from the Premier of Queensland, Prime Minister of Australia, Governor-General or His Majesty the King to mark the occasion.

STEP 1

Organise a copy of a supporting document to verify the applicant’s date of birth or marriage.

These documents include:

• Birth or marriage certificate (photocopies are acceptable)

• Passport or citizenship papers (photocopies are acceptable)

OR

Statutory declaration to confirm date of birth, or place and date of marriage. The statutory declaration should be signed by a member of the family and witnessed by a Justice of the Peace or Commissioner for Declarations. A link to a statutory declaration template can be found here or picked up at a Post Office.

STEP 2

Download and complete the congratulatory letter application form.

STEP 3

Submit the completed form and supporting materials to my office at least 6 weeks prior to the anniversary so the letters can be delivered in time.