MEDIA RELEASE: Vale Trevor Halter – A Life of Service That Strengthened a Community
Yesterday, I joined Trevor Halter’s family, friends, and members of the Rosewood community to celebrate the life of a truly remarkable man. Some people leave a legacy through the positions they hold or the recognition they receive. Trevor’s legacy was built through something far more enduring. Decades of quietly serving others with kindness, humility, […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Wendy Bourne Backs Local Beekeepers Amid Varroa Mite Challenge
Labor MPs have met with local beekeepers and industry representatives to hear firsthand about the devastating impact the varroa mite is having on Queensland’s beekeeping industry. Ms Bourne joined the Member for Jordan Charis Mullen MP, Shadow Minister for Primary Industries, Tom Smith MP for a roundtable discussion with representatives from the Queensland Beekeepers’ […]
JOINT MEDIA RELEASE: Ipswich MPs rate the 2026-27 Budget
The 2026–27 State Budget is a missed opportunity for the greater Ipswich region, with little genuine new investment for one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regions. Notably missing is any significant infrastructure commitments to support the growth of the Ipswich region and no advancement on several long-identified transport priorities. Despite increasing pressure on local infrastructure, […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Ipswich Overlooked Yet Again in 2026–27 State Budget
The 2026–27 State Budget handed down yesterday by the LNP Government is a bitter disappointment for Ipswich West residents and confirms what many in our community already feared – Ipswich has been overlooked yet again. Rather than investing in the future of our region, the LNP Government has taken money away from the Mt […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Cuts to Mt Crosby Interchange
Mt Crosby Interchange cut again as LNP Government withdraws $170M in critical funding The people of Ipswich West have been dealt a devastating blow overnight, with leaked Cabinet Budget Review Committee (CBRC) documents showing the LNP State Government is withdrawing $170.7 million in funding that had already been committed to the Mt Crosby Interchange […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Ipswich West State Budget Wish List
The Member for Ipswich West, Wendy Bourne MP, is calling on the Crisafulli Government not to forget Ipswich West in the upcoming 2026-27 State Budget. For too long, the people of Ipswich West have watched other communities receive investment while local priorities continue to be delayed. Ms Bourne said the time has come […]
MEDIA RELEASE: 425 Environment Complaints Highlight Need for Dedicated Community Reference Group in Ipswich West
The State Member for Ipswich West, Wendy Bourne MP, is calling on the Crisafulli Government to establish a dedicated Community Reference Group (CRG) for Ipswich West residents affected by ongoing waste and odour concerns. The call comes after the Queensland Environment Minister confirmed that the Department received 425 complaints from 124 individuals between 1 […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Ipswich Community Encouraged to Support the Rosewood Show
There’s something truly special about our country shows, and the Rosewood Show is one of the best examples of what makes our community here in Ipswich so special. As a proud Rosewood local who lives and has raised my family here, the Rosewood Show has always held a special place in my heart. Each year, […]
MEDIA RELEASE: Wendy Bourne Renews Push for Ipswich NRL Team
Wendy Bourne MP, State Member for Ipswich West, has renewed calls for Ipswich to be awarded the 20th NRL licence, following recent comments from the Minister for Sport supporting a Central Queensland franchise. As Queensland’s fastest-growing region, with a deep rugby league heritage, Ms Bourne asserted that Ipswich is the logical choice for the […]
JOINT MEDIA RELEASE: Ipswich MPs Condemn Crisafulli Cuts to Train Stations
Ipswich MPs have condemned the Crisafulli LNP Government cuts to train station staff across Ipswich Stations, warning the move will make train stations less safe and impact vulnerable commuters while cutting the wages of staff by up to $30,000. Station staff play a vital role in assisting passengers (e.g. commuters in wheelchairs), responding to […]
