Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, has joined Premier Campbell Newman today in Hervey Bay to help officially release one of Queensland’s most important planning documents –The Queensland Plan: Queenslanders’ 30-year vision.
Mrs Frecklington believes Queenslanders had spoken loud and clear in The Queensland Plan saying that the economy, education and the regions were the keys to a vibrant and prosperous state.
“I was so pleased to be involved in this event today which released The Queensland Plan - the result of the largest community engagement activity of its kind ever undertaken in Australia,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“It reflects a range of community aspirations and will play a key role in helping unite business, industry, community and government activities right across the state,” she said.
“It is truly a ‘people’s plan’ which provides key goals on jobs and the economy. In fact, there was agreement among 80,000 participating Queenslanders that they wanted their state to be the number one performing economy in Australia which provided the best job opportunities in the nation.
“Queenslanders have set ambitious goals to help drive our state forward over the next three decades. Through The Queensland Plan process, we now have a long-term vision for the state that essentially all Queenslanders have signed on for and that’s a powerful thing which we should all be excited about.
“It offers a wonderful opportunity for regions like the South Burnett to think outside the square in how we grow our economy and strengthen our community connections.
“While we won’t always agree on how to achieve all our goals, it is important to keep the conversation going to find common ground and new ways to collaborate.”
The Queensland Plan sets a road map for state growth and prosperity across nine foundation areas and identifies 20 targets. Implementation will involve contributions from all levels of government, business, industry, community organisations and individuals; and progress will be monitored and reported on annually.
“The Queensland Plan” Ambassadors Council has been announced and it is their role to engage with the community and government to oversee the plan’s implementation and encourage participation from across the state,” Mrs Frecklington said.
“I encourage everyone to work with the Ambassadors and to read The Queensland Plan and think about how you can contribute.
“I look forward to working with the people of our community to make our vision a reality.”
To find out more about The Queensland Plan visit www.qld.gov.au/queenslandplan.
Photo: At the official launch of the Qld Plan today – Deb with Premier Campbell Newman
