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Fiona Cunningham - Brisbane City Coorparoo
2024 Queensland Local Council Election - Councilor Candidate - March, 16, 2024
Electorate of Brisbane City Coorparoo - LNP - Australia
Who is Fiona Cunningham?
Councillor Fiona Cunningham represents the Coorparoo Ward in Brisbane, serving Coorparoo, Greenslopes, East Brisbane, Stones Corner, and parts of Camp Hill and Woolloongabba. Born and educated in Brisbane, she holds a Bachelor of Communication and has experience as a radio and television journalist.
Living in Coorparoo with her family, Fiona is the Civic Cabinet Chair of Finance and City Governance and made history as the first member of the Lord Mayor’s Cabinet to have a baby while in office. An advocate for healthy family relationships, she works closely with the Small Steps for Hannah Foundation against coercive control.
Recognized for her leadership with a finalist position in the McKinnon Prize, Fiona is committed to balancing affordability and liveability in Brisbane, especially as the city prepares for the Olympics. Her office is located in Greenslopes, and she is dedicated to working with local residents, businesses, and community groups for a better Brisbane.
What are Fiona Cunningham'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.
