Interview with 4BC
Leadership
Experience
Commitment
Integrity
“Working with the strengths in our community, to take Logan City forward and create a better future for all!”
Brett Raguse
Meet Brett
Brett Raguse has many achievements – successful businessman, Federal MP, teacher, advisor, community activist, family man.
Growing up, Brett learnt the value of family and the support and nurturing they give. He imparted these values on four children of his own. As a young adult, Brett knew getting an education was essential. After first completing an apprenticeship, Brett went on to obtain degrees in business, commerce, education and training.
Brett’s strength is that he listens and then he acts. His experiences as a business owner and as a Federal member of parliament have given him the skills and leadership to represent the people of Logan.
Brett gets thing done.
He has been able to work with both state and Federal governments to deliver major infrastructure projects for our region.
Brett can be found at karaoke, local community clubs, or even as ‘Captain Logan’ enjoying the support and friendship of the Logan community.
Most of all, Brett loves living in Logan and wants the best for you and your family. Brett hopes we can all build a future in Logan together.
You can download a list of Brett’s qualifications and professional roles and activities here.
“I want to establish a Council that is cohesive, collective and collaborative, uniting the strengths of individual communities with each division.”
The Priorities for Business & Economy
ECONOMIC RESILIENCE:
Work towards financial resilience through efficient resource allocation and streamlined processes within the city’s administration, ensuring that Logan remains economically robust, even in challenging times.
Business Growth And job creation:
Establish Logan City as a preferred loacation for major business fueling growth for local employment opportunities. Supporting local businesses, ensuring they thrive and contribute to the city’s economic vitality.
Sustainable development:
Develop sustainable urban planning strategies, through solar technology and affordable water supply, ensuring Logan’s growth alighns with the community’s needs and values.
The Priorities for the Community
community-driven development:
Review Council expenditures, with an emphasis on mitigating the burden of crippling State infrastructure charges, ensuring residens don’t miss out on vital community facilities.
Better Logan Lifestyle:
Shift focus from extensive development to meaningful community investments. Ensure our pools, libraries, sporting facilities, clubs & fields align proportionately with the city’s growth, prioritising upgrades to existing amenities.
celebrate our identity:
Embrace and highlight Logan’s multiculturalism as unique and valuable, fostering pride in our diversity. Open the door to tourism opportunities that showcase our cultural richness, heritage and landscapes.
What’s Happening
The best way to stay up to date with Brett’s activities leading up to the local elections is through Facebook.
2024 Local Government Election
The countdown is on! Queensland’s Election day is being held on
Saturday, 16 March 2024
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Early Voting Venues
- Brisbane City Hall: Adelaide St, Brisbane
- Springlife Conference Centre: 178 Springwood Rd, Springwood
- Beenleigh Showgrounds: Annette & Lionel Mundt Exhibition Pavilion, 1/19 Showgrounds Drv, Beenleigh
- Gracehouse, 125 Paradise Rd, Slacks Creek
- The Buzz at Yarrabilba Community Centre (YMCA): 65 Basalt Drv, Yarrabilba
- Logan West Community Centre, 2 Wineglass Drv, Hillcrest
EARLY VOTING
Monday, 4 March to Friday, 15 March (excluding the weekend) Early voting times will vary depending on location. Check early voting dates, times and locations.
ELECTION DAY
Saturday, 16 March All polling booths will be open from 8am to 6pm.
Postal vote complete deadline – 6pm Saturday, 16 March
Postal vote return deadline – Tuesday, 26 March
VOTING HOTLINE
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