Online office
Welcome to my online office. From this page you can get information on many of the most common requests that we receive. You can still contact us by phone or email as usual but you may find that the links on this page will give you the option of finding the information you need. If you have difficulty finding what you want here, or need to talk to someone, please phone the office on 3851 1570 and we'll be happy to assist you.
This website has only recently been developed and we are keen to receive your views on how easy it is for you to use and how it can be improved. Just give us a call with your ideas.
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The Association Incorporation Amendment Act came into effect on 15 June 2007. The Act provides relief for incorporated community associations and clubs from previous requirements that they produce audited accounts and that they insure against public liability. Minister Keech will be writing to every association in Queensland that is affected by the changes. For more information on the new legislation, fact sheets can be obtained from the Office of Fair Trading's Website here.
Funding for community and not-for-profit organisations can be obtained from a number of sources ranging from the Gambling Community Benefit Fund, Jupiters Casino, Local Authorities and State and Federal agencies. Click here to access a Queensland Government site which lists many funding opportunities. The Queensland Government has also set up a Grant Wizard website to assist finding grant opportunities.
Applications are now being accepted for Sport and Recreation Queensland's Young Athlete Assistance Program. Details and applications forms are available from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Recreation website.
Click here for more information about sport and recreation funding grants.
Request a letter of support for a grant
If you need a letter of support for your funding grant application, please help us to help you by completing the form that you can download by clicking here. (Word 37.5 kbs) You will need to print it out and either fax it to us at 3851 1261, or post to PO Box 114, ARANA HILLS QLD 4054. You could also email the completed document to us at ferny.grove@parliament.qld.gov.au. Important Note: At least two weeks notice is required for a letter of support.
If you are applying for a grant online (such as the Gambling Community Benefit Fund) please e-mail ferny.grove@parliament.qld.gov.au for details about obtaining Geoff's support for your application.
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If you need to enrol to vote for the first time or you have changed address you will need to fill out an electoral enrolment form which can be downloaded through the Australian Electoral Commission website. AEC manages enrolments in federal, state and local government elections. Click here to visit the AEC website and download the form for Queensland residents.
If you have questions about voting, elections or electorates you will probably find the information by visiting the AEC website.
If you would like Geoff to mail you an electoral enrolment form and a pre-paid envelope, please e-mail ferny.grove@parliament.qld.gov.au and include your postal address details.
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If you, a relative or close friend is celebrating a significant birthday (90 or 100) or wedding anniversary (50, 60, 65 or 70) please click on this link to download and print off the official request form (PDF 58.3 kbs) or view the Information Sheet (PDF 49.1 kbs). The request form needs to be signed and witnessed and provide the other details as outlined on the form, so you will need to post the original to me at PO Box 114, ARANA HILLS QLD 4054.
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Justices of the Peace are highly-respected members of the community who play an important role in modern society.
They are voluntary workers in Queensland's legal system and perform a range of judicial and administrative functions. There are two types of JPs; JP (Qualified) and JP (Commissioner for Declarations).
In a complex legal environment these people provide a variety of specialised services to the legal system and the Queensland public.
The duties of a JP (Qualified) are more onerous than those of a JP (Commissioners for Declarations). If you want more information please read the Justice Department Fact Sheet by clicking on this link.
Application forms are available from Geoff's Electorate Office, or can be downloaded by visiting the Department of Justice website.
If you have any further questions, or would like Geoff to mail you an application form just contact the electorate office.
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Click here to download a list of JPs in your area (177KB).
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Organisations, generally not-for-profit or community groups may be entitled to a free Queensland flag if they meet the conditions issued by the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
Those entitled include schools, tertiary institutions, Scouts, other youth organisations, service associations ie APEX, CWA etc., welfare organisations, ethnic organisations, sporting clubs, historical societies, museums, show societies, local fire brigades, and the like.
Queensland teachers and students proceeding overseas and who have been accepted into an overseas educational institution are eligible to receive one for presentation to that institution.
Applications may be made by emailing or writing to the electorate office. It takes about six weeks for the flag to become available. If you need more information regarding eligibility, please contact our office.
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Tours of Parliament House can be fun and informative, not just for school children but adults as well. BBQs and morning teas can be arranged too. If you wish to organise a tour, please contact Margaret at the Electorate Office. If Geoff is in Parliament on the day he may be able to meet your group and make your visit even more fun. If you want to find more information directly from Parliament House please click on this link Parliament House tours.
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