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$150 FairPlay vouchers help pressured families cover the cost of kids’ sport.

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The pandemic has put additional pressure on family budgets, which is why, if re-elected, we’ll invest $7.5 million to make sure that more than 50,000 Queensland kids can get started in sports.

Our $150 FairPlay vouchers help pressured families cover the cost of kids’ sport.

And with more players on the field, FairPlay vouchers also support clubs to stay open for training and employing locals to help manage club operations.

Because every child deserves the opportunities for fun, friendships and fitness that come with playing a sport and being part of a team!

The Storm couldn’t stopRedlands Bmx Club from showing off all their trophies from State and Regional Championships. Well done guys. If your kids are looking for a great sport, check out their Facebook page.

The Storm couldn’t stop

Redlands Bmx Club

from showing off all their trophies from State and Regional Championships. Well done guys. If your kids are looking for a great sport, check out their Facebook page.

Parents, carers or guardians can apply for a voucher valued up to $150 for their child, which can be used towards sport and active recreation membership, registration or participation fees with registered activity providers.

There is a limit of 1 voucher per child per calendar year.

 Key dates

  • 7 October 2020: Round 3 applications closed.

  • 11 November 2020: Vouchers expire and must have been presented to an activity provider.

  • 25 November 2020: Vouchers must be redeemed by activity providers.

Capalaba rugby league players with Capalaba MP Don Brown. Pic: Redland City Bulletin

Capalaba rugby league players with Capalaba MP Don Brown. Pic: Redland City Bulletin

1. Check if your child is eligible

You can apply if your child:

  • is a Queensland resident aged from 5 to 17 years (inclusive) at the time of application

  • did not receive a FairPlay voucher this year

  • holds, or whose parent, carer or guardian holds, a valid Department of Human Services Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card with the child’s name on it.

 If you aren't eligible

If you are experiencing financial hardship but don't meet the eligibility criteria, you can seek to apply through a registered referral agent.

2. Make sure your activity is available

Search the activity provider directory to check that:

  • your chosen activity is listed

  • there is a registered provider near you.

3. Read the terms and conditions

Read and understand the FairPlay voucher application terms and conditions.

4. Access the QGrants online system

You will need a QGrants account to apply—create an account if you don’t have one. Watch the video to find out how to easily create your QGrants account.

Watch the video to find out how you can apply for a FairPlay voucher when the round is open.

If you are successful

If your application is successful, your voucher will appear on the screen and a copy will be sent to your registered email address (you may need to check your junk mail).

Learn how to use your voucher.

 Contact us

Email fairplayvouchers@npsr.qld.gov.au
Call 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
Get help using QGrants

Apply for a voucher HERE

Free Tafe for under 25s in Queensland!

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A re-elected Palaszczuk Government will make TAFE qualifications and apprenticeships free for all Queenslanders under the age of 25.

That’s a $21 million investment for Certificate 3 TAFE courses in 26 priority skills areas – such as mining and engineering, electrical, healthcare and early childhood education.

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And for a further 139 priority qualifications – carpentry, mechanics, chefs – we will provide free apprenticeships.

If you’re a young person who wants to skill up for your future, my government will help you achieve your goal.

No matter where you live. No matter how much money you’ve got in your pocket, our economic recovery plan includes you.

Full details HERE

Queensland Economic recovery plan creating 55,000 new jobs.

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Underpinning the plan is more than $8 billion in recovery initiatives to keep the economy moving and Queenslanders in jobs – ranging from targeted support for industry and small business, to cost of living relief for households.

Our Economic Recovery Plan is about:

  • Infrastructure in our state

  • Supporting small business

  • Preparing for the future and teaching our youth new skills

  • Empowering our regions

  • Ensuring the health and wellbeing of our community.

Get informed read the Queensland Labor’s Full Economic Recovery Plan HERE

Capalaba MP Don Brown promises $317,000 to redesign Birkdale Train Station park 'n ride

ON THE TABLE: Capalaba MP Don Brown wants the Birkdale Station park 'n ride redesigned.  Pic: Redland City News

ON THE TABLE: Capalaba MP Don Brown wants the Birkdale Station park 'n ride redesigned.

Pic: Redland City News

Story: Redland City News

Capalaba MP Don Brown wants the Birkdale Station park 'n ride redesigned.

Capalaba MP Don Brown and the Palaszczuk government have committed $317,000 to fund the redesign of Birkdale Train Station park 'n ride if re-elected. Mr Brown said the funding of the design work was an important first step to expanding the car park.

“To see the car park full, while there has been wasted space fenced off right next door has always frustrated me," Mr Brown said.

Mr Brown said despite the cement slab holding some sentimental value to him, as he went to pre-school at the site, it was time to design a car park that removed the slab and joined the two car parks. "Birkdale Station is an important station in the Redlands as it provides one of the easiest access for people with disabilities.

I hope that the new design can also include more disability car spaces," he said.

New $40m Hospital for The Redlands!


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New $40m Satellite Hospital for Redlands.

Compare this to the LNP and Deb Frecklington, who shut Wynnum Hospital.

A Satellite Hospital in Redlands will be tailored to the needs of the community and will include ambulatory and low acuity day therapy services such as renal dialysis, chemotherapy, complex wound management and urgent care for minor injury and illness!

This is a great investment for the Redlands area. It will mean our health system can continue to meet the growing demand for services and take pressure off nearby hospitals.