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Catherine Searle - Clark
2024 Tasmania State Election - State Mp Candidate - March, 23, 2024
Electorate of Clark - Liberal Party - Australia
Who is Catherine Searle?
Catherine Searle, a Liberal candidate for Clark, has a rich background in both archaeology and executive leadership. Initially qualifying as an archaeologist in Melbourne, she returned to Hobart to conduct cultural heritage impact assessments on development projects.
Catherine then spent 16 years in the UK, significantly transforming health and care services, and turning around residential care, nursing homes, and hospitals that had failed inspections. For the past four years, she has led the Hobart office of a global engineering and project management company, contributing to major Tasmanian government infrastructure projects such as the Bridgewater Bridge, Project Marinus, and the Midland Highway Safety Upgrade.
Catherine also chairs the Tasmanian Committee of Consult Australia, advocating for policy improvements in infrastructure, and has been a member of the Tasmanian Liberal Government’s Building and Construction Roundtable since 2019. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Catherine is deeply involved in community service.
She is an active member of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, has served as a youth leader or Sunday School teacher for over 35 years, founded a refugee resettlement scheme in Hobart, and organized local fundraisers for global causes. Catherine is committed to supporting the Rockliff Liberal team’s vision for Tasmania’s future through the 2030 Strong Plan in Clark.
What are Catherine Searle's Political Values?
The Liberal National Party (LNP) of Queensland is a center-right political party formed from the amalgamation of the state divisions of the Liberal Party and the National Party on July 26, 2008. This merger was aimed at creating a unified conservative force in Queensland politics, striving to offer a credible alternative to the existing government and to restore trust in state and national governance.
Guiding Principles:
The Liberal National Party (LNP) of Queensland champions core principles such as the freedom of conscience, religion, expression, and association, viewing these as the bedrock of a just society. The LNP values the family unit as a societal cornerstone, advocates for fiscal responsibility to protect future generations, supports a smaller government to boost innovation, and commits to environmental protection and sustainability.
Policy Priorities:
The LNP's policies focus on strengthening Queensland's agricultural and tech sectors, especially in regional areas, and ensuring energy transitions are affordable. The party prioritizes supporting community organizations and enhancing public safety, particularly through youth justice reform.
Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of improving educational infrastructure and outcomes.
Support for Regional Queensland:
Recognizing the economic and social significance of regional areas, the LNP pledges to enhance services and job opportunities outside of metropolitan centers. The party emphasizes the development of infrastructure, health services, and transport links to bolster the prosperity of regional communities.
Housing and Infrastructure:
The LNP aims to improve housing affordability and supply, manage population growth effectively, and ensure the timely delivery of necessary infrastructure. This includes specific measures to increase land availability and streamline government processes to facilitate development.
Promoting Integrity and Efficiency:
The LNP commits to restoring integrity in governance and enhancing the efficiency of the public service. This involves strengthening the roles of the Integrity Commissioner and the Auditor-General, and ensuring a culture of transparent and accountable governance.
Economic Management:
Fiscal discipline and economic management are key areas of focus for the LNP, with policies aimed at reducing government waste, attracting investment, and providing relief from the cost of living pressures faced by Queenslanders. The Liberal National Party of Queensland positions itself as a party dedicated to effective governance, regional development, and economic stability.
By integrating the strengths of its precursor parties, the LNP seeks to address the diverse needs of Queenslanders and drive forward a prosperous future for the state under conservative leadership.
