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How can we help?
Many residents are unaware of the services available to them through their local member of Parliament.  My office offers a range of services to the community.  My electorate staff, Nikki and Margo are only too pleased to assist you with any enquiries or concerns you may have.  Why not stop by to introduce yourself and your local community groups - our door is always open.

HOON WATCH FORMS:     RosBates_HOON_DL_V2.pdf

GRAFFITI FORMS:            RosBates_Graffiti_DL_V2 (2).pdf

Photocopying Services
A complimentary photocopying and folding service is available at our Mudgeeraba electorate office for not-for-profit organisations.  Please contact the office on (07) 5569 0482 or email us at mudgeeraba@parliament.qld.gov.au

Government Grants 
We are able to assist community groups, clubs and organisations apply for many grants available through the State Government.  For details of the types of grants available, please phone the Mudgeeraba electorate office or visit the Queensland Government Grants website.

For information on the following grants please click on the links below:

Government Grants Wizard

Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Fund application package

Rurual Fire Brigade Submissions 

Local Ambulance Committee Submissions 

Eligible organisations can now apply online for grants from the Gambline Community Benefit Fund. 

Gambling Community Benefit Fund application package

Gambling Community Benefit Fund application form

Gambling Community Benefit Fund – effective 1 December 2009 the first phase of changes to the fund will include an increase to the limit of a standard fund grant to $35,000 and incorporate amendments to eligibility criteria. The definition of a lease/sublease will now be expanded to incorporate other instruments of tenure, including but not restricted to leases, sub-leases, management rights, occupancy agreements and licences (with three year tenure). For further information contact the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation 1800 633 619.
 
Australian Government National Rainwater and Greywater Initiative: Household Rebate. A $400 rebate is available for the installation of a new 2000 litre - 3999 litre rain water tank or a $500 rebate for new rainwater tanks over 4000 litre or for the installation of a new greywater treatment system. Rainwater tanks and greywater treatment systems must be installed by a licensed plumber and the p remises must be an existing house occupied by the owner and connected to town water supply. For further information Ph:1800 808 571 or Email nrgi@environment.gov.au or visit http://www.environment.gov.au/water/programs/nrgi/index.html
 
Natural Resources Awareness Grants will fund activities that strengthen community understanding of the importance of our natural resources and encourage people to become involved in natural resource management activities during World Environment Day on 5 June 2010. Projects should be educational and of general interest. Grants are available to Community NRM groups such as Landcare, Bushcare, Coastcare, and Waterwatch. Community NRM groups working in partnership with other like-minded organisations, schools, businesses, or local government may consider applying jointly. Up to $5,000 is available. For further information contact Ph: 07 3238 3165 or Email: shakuntala.ram@nrw.qld.gov.au or visit http://www.nrw.qld.gov.au/funding/nr_awareness_grants/index.html
 
Community Memorials Restoration Program provides a dollar-for-dollar subsidy to assist local government authorities and incorporated community organisations responsible for monuments and memorials and cemetery administration to restore, repair, record, preserve and promote awareness of this part of our heritage. The main focus for the current round of funding will be war memorials and other commemorative locations. Up to $25 000 is available for memorial projects and up to $15 000 for cemetery projects that have been approved by the Program. Applications close 4 December 2009. This will be the last round for this program. For further information Ph: 3405 5091 Email: memorials@publicworks.qld.gov.au or visit http://www.publicworks.qld.gov.au/Services/preservation/Pages/communitymemorials.aspx

Letters of Support 
We are happy to provide letters of support to not-for-profit organisations who are applying for government funding.  Information we require include the purpose of the grant, organisational particulars and benefits which the organisation and the wider community will gain from the funding.

A letter of support request form can be downloaded from the link below or hard copies are available from the Mudgeeraba electorate office.  These can then be returned in person, via email, post or facsimile.  The applications take approximately 1-2 weeks to process.

Letter of Support Request.doc

Letters and Certificates of Congratulations
If you or someone you know is celebrating a birthday or wedding anniversary my office can assist you with a letter or certificate of congratulations.  We can arrange a letter from Ros, the Premier, the Prime Minister or the Queen to recognise this milestone for you or someone you care for.  A Letter of Congratualtions Request form, including eligibility criteria can be downloaded form our site and should be returned to our office by email, fax or regular post.  Re member to allow enough notice time (generally 4-6 weeks).

PDF : Congratulatory Letter Form.pdf

PDF : Congratulatory Letter Information.pdf


Electoral Enrolment 
If you are 17 or have recently turned 18, moved house or changed your name, you will need to complete a new electoral enrolment form.

To check your current enrolment details, visit the Queensland Electoral Commission by clicking on the link below.   Information concerning changes to enrolment deadlines are available from the Australian Electoral Commission website.  To visit the AEC, or to download and electoral enrolment form, click on the links below:

Download electoral enrolment form

Click to visit the Qld Electoral Commission

Click to vist the Australian Electoral Commission

Seniors Cards
If you are 60 years or older, you may be eligible for a Seniors Card or Seniors Business Card.  These cards provide access to government concessions and business discounts.  Applications forms are available in hard copy from the Mudgeeraba electorate office or by downloading the form below.

For more information on seniors discounts and entitlements, you can visit the Department of Communities by clicking on the link provided below:

Download Seniors Card Application Form

Click to visit the Qld Department of Communities


Queensland Flags
The State Government provides complimentary Queensland flags to schools and non-profit organisations.  Contact our office on (07) 5569 0482 or email mudgeeraba@parliament.qld.gov.au for more information. 

Application for Justice of the Peace / Commissioner for Declarations
Applications for admission as a Justice of the Peace or a Commissioner of Declarations require nomination by myself as your State Member of Parliament.  Forms are available either by downloading the pdf forms (below) or as hard copies from our office.

Once completed, your application will be forwarded to the Attorney-General's office. Processing usually takes 4-6 weeks and my office will advise you periodically on your applications progress.

Download Commissioner for Declarations Form

Download Justice of the Peace Form

Download Commissioner for Declarations Transfer Form

Download Justice of the Peace Upgrade Form

Download Commissioner for Declarations Reference Form

Download Justice of the Peace Reference Form

Toner Recycling
It has been estimated over 80% of our used cartridges are going directly to landfill with Australians throwing away more than 18 million cartridges every year.  This amounts to over 5,000 tonnes of material including laser toner cartridges, inkjet cartridges, photocopier toner bottles and drums, that will eventually end up as landfill.  I have placed a toner recycling carton in my office and would encourage local businesses and residents to drop their toners into my office for recycling.

Companion Cards
The Queensland Companion Card program has been introduced for people with a disability with a lifelong need for attendant care support in order to enable them to participate in community life. The program promotes fair ticketing for people who need this kind of support and removes one of the barriers to their participation in activities and events - the expense of purchasing an additional ticket for their companion. Call 13 13 04 or visit www.companioncard.asn.au (select Queensland) for further information.