Increasing minimum penalties for stealing and illegally branding livestock will reflect the seriousness of these offences and hold offenders to account, according to the Member for Gregory Sean Dillon. The Justice and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2026, which was passed by the Queensland Parliament last week, includes amendments to the Criminal Code to increase minimum financial penalties for stock offences. “That could be as simple as stealing the neighbour's beast. It co

After being inundated with entries to his annual Christmas card photography competition, Member for Gregory Sean Dillon has expanded the prize pool. There has been an incredible response to the Animals of Gregory Annual Christmas Card Photography Competition, with only a few days left for photographers to submit their entries. “There have been so many amazing entries already that I know choosing just one winner is going to be tough,” Mr Dillon said. “That’s why I’ve decided t

The Crisafulli Government is calling for expressions of interest from Central Queensland irrigators and businesses seeking additional water to support future growth, expansion and investment. Expressions of interest are open across the Boyne River Basin, Calliope River Basin, Fitzroy Basin and surrounding coastal basin areas until 31 October 2026. The Crisafulli Government is boosting water security across regional communities, after the former Labor Government left Queenslan

Safer and more reliable roads are supporting communities and industry, with main construction now complete on the first early works project under the $500 million Central Queensland Beef Roads Program. A three-kilometre section of Clermont–Alpha Road north of Alpha has now been sealed, improving safety and reliability for drivers and freight operators. The early works package targets four key freight routes in Central Queensland, with construction on three of these projects a

Construction has begun to upgrade five weirs along the Thomson River in Longreach. The new raised weir infrastructure will help to deliver improved water security and increased water supply for the community. Works continue strong progress in the $18.6 million Longreach Water Security for Growth project. Construction has begun to deliver five upgraded weirs along the Thomson River in Longreach, as part of the $18.6 million Longreach Water Security for Growth project. The upgr

• Detailed design contract has been awarded for permanent replacement of the Springton Creek bridge. • Design work is underway, with construction expected to begin in mid-2027. • The new bridge is expected to open by the end of 2027. The Crisafulli Government is progressing the replacement of the Springton Creek bridge on the Fitzroy Developmental Road (Dingo–Mount Flora), with the detailed design contract awarded and design activities alre

The Queensland Government will honour former Minister for Transport and Main Roads and long-serving Member for Gregory, Vaughan Johnson OAM, with dedicated road signage in Western Queensland. A 115-kilometre section of Cramsie–Muttaburra Road will be signed as Vaughan Johnson Way, recognising his contribution to regional transport infrastructure. The signage will form part of the existing 266-kilometre Muttaburrasaurus Byway, supporting regional tourism while celebrating Mr J

Expanded free service rolled out to support cattle producers avoid chemical resistance developing in cattle ticks It’s the latest service to help graziers manage cattle tick and is as part of range of proactive measures available including the production and supply of tick fever vaccine The Crisafulli Government is delivering a plan for Queensland’s future and a better lifestyle through a stronger economy after a decade of decline under Labor. The Crisafulli Government is del

Crisafulli Government delivers $5 million to support affordable retirement living in Blackall. Funding will help deliver new two-bedroom independent living homes at Barcoo Community Village, helping older Queenslanders stay close to family, friends and support networks. The Crisafulli Government is building Queensland a plan for Queensland’s future after a decade of decline under Labor saw Queenslanders locked out of the housing market as vacancy rates plummeted to record-lo

· Crisafulli Government announces 33 country racing clubs will share in $3 million for vital infrastructure upgrades. · Funding will deliver 41 projects across regional Queensland. · Clubs will contribute close to $350,000 towards the upgrades. · The Crisafulli Government is delivering for the State's racing industry, after a decade of decline under Labor. The Crisafulli Government has announced the recipients of Racing Queensland’s Country Club Asset Funding program, support

· The Crisafulli Government is investing in Gregory through the 2026-27 Queensland SES Support Grant Program. · The funding will strengthen local disaster preparedness and ensure SES volunteers have the facilities and equipment they need to respond when Queenslanders need them most. · After a decade of Labor neglect, the Crisafulli Government is delivering the support our frontline volunteers deserve The Crisafulli Government is continuing to strengthen Queensland's disaster

The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its commitment to reduce landfill and boost recycling with a $4,607,369 investment in projects that will slash landfill and supercharge recycling in Gregory. The Resource Recovery Boost Fund – Round 1 – supports council projects across Queensland, from material recovery facility upgrades to distributing larger household recycling bins. The first round is supporting 26 projects across Queensland, which will divert more than 150,000 to

• Blackall Tambo Regional Council has received $105,000 to support a community-led infrastructure project in the Gregory Electorate. • In total, $1.25 million has been awarded to six community-led projects across Queensland through Multicultural Connect Grants Round 1. • The new four-year $5 million program under the Crisafulli Government supports community-led infrastructure projects which address the needs of Queensland’s growing and diverse communities. • The Crisafulli Go

• 15 new on-site staff accommodation units, totalling 25 new beds, are complete at Longreach Hospital and Winton Multipurpose Health Service. • These modern new accommodation units will help attract and retain health workers in rural and remote Queensland. • The Crisafulli Government stepped in with $350 million in new funding to ensure staff accommodation projects like these are delivered, after Labor’s regional health cuts left them unfunded. • After Labor ignored the regio

• The Crisafulli Government is delivering stronger biosecurity measures to protect north Queensland’s agriculture, environment and way of life. • 40 new, additional officers are on the job across the state. • Recruitment is delivering Crisafulli Government’s significant election commitment to boost the biosecurity frontline by 100 this term of government. • The Crisafulli Government is delivering a better lifestyle through a stronger economy after a decade of decline under La

Emerald State High School captain Shuvandi Pretorious has shared her thoughts on a range of education matters at the recent Ministerial Student Advisory Council (MSAC). Member for Gregory Sean Dillon said the council provided students from all Queensland education sectors with the opportunity to speak directly with the Minister for Education and the Arts. Guidance from MSAC has translated into actionable items for the Department of Education and has been cited in previous Par

I take this opportunity to speak to the committee’s report into the 2023-24 Queensland Family and Child Commission’s annual report. At the outset, I thank the committee, led by the committee chair and member for Nicklin, for their work. I welcome the continued opportunity to unpack the failings of the previous government in this space. I agree with the opening sentiments of the member for Maiwar about the broad work that the commission undertakes, which is often in areas that