Jonty Bush - Member for Cooper

Happy 30th birthday to bigissueaustralia

An incredible initiative and achievement. Many of you will know our local seller, Eddie, who can be found each week at the Milton markets.

If you’ve not introduced yourself to him before perhaps this is the sign you need to say hi!

I think it’s important that you know, Deputy Premier Jarrod Belijie has directed developers to remove the affordable housing components of their new builds.

I’m not sure what the motivation is on this, it can only be succumbing to industry pressure.

The role of Government is to stand strong against pressure and do the right thing.

Anyone with a loved one trying to get into the housing market right now would appreciate the importance of mandating affordable housing targets.

Political parties are more than groupings of like minded people, they’re movements.

It was great to welcome new members of the Labor movement last week in Parliament.

If you’re curious about the Labor party policies and movement, and how you could be involved I’m always happy to meet up.

DM me.

Thank you to everyone who recently donated in thenappycollective drive.

We were overwhelmed with donations, and will continue to operate as a donation drop off point.

So if you have any unused nappies from your newborn you’d like to give to a good home please drop them in.

Local lad Ryan Edgar is achieving some extraordinary goals!

Ryan won Gold at the Asian U18 Beach Volleyball Championships, and as a result, he has been selected to represent Australia at the U18 Beach Volleyball World Championships in the Netherlands.

This is an incredible opportunity for a young athlete from our community to compete on the world stage.

However, the costs associated with international travel, accommodation, and competition fees are significant.

Personally, I’d love to see Ryan on the world stage in Brisbane at the 2032 Olympics, but that takes support from our community.

Every little dollar counts, you can donate here.

https://asf.org.au/campaigns/ryan-edgar

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE for the 2026 Soirée, a night of fabulous music!

I’m proud to again be a sponsor for this premiere music event in The Gap. The lineup this year is outstanding - it’s a wonderful local night out supporting live music.

Funds raised support the instrumental and choral programs at The Gap State School.

Get your tickets now at https://gapsoiree.com.

Tickets are $25 each or a group of four for $80. Beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks and food available.

Men's Health Month is a reminder that looking after your health isn't just about the gym or the doctor, it's about checking in, having a chat, and staying connected.

On Wednesday 24 June, Birdie's Coffee and I will be shouting the coffee and snags at from 6am–12pm.

Drop in, grab a coffee, talk to some local services and groups, and let's start more conversations about men's health.

📍 Birdie's Coffee, Ashgrove
📅 Wednesday 24 June
☕🌭 Free coffee and snag
⏰ 6am–12pm