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Richard Trethewie - Bass
2024 Tasmania State Election - State Mp Candidate - March, 23, 2024
Electorate of Bass - Liberal Party - Australia
Who is Richard Trethewie?
Richard Trethewie, running as a Liberal candidate for Bass, brings a wealth of experience from over 40 years as a financial advice professional in Launceston, where he has supported numerous families and engaged with over 800 small local business owners. This background has equipped him with a deep understanding of Tasmania's economy and the challenges it faces.
Raised on a farm near Ben Lomond, Richard has a profound connection to rural Tasmania, which has informed his community involvement and values. Residing in northern Tasmania with his wife Samantha and their family, Richard has been a proactive community member, notably through his leadership and service in the Rotary Club of Central Launceston, where he was recognized as a ‘Paul Harris Fellow’ for outstanding community service and received Cityprom’s ‘Excellence Award for Management’.
Richard's interest in health and education has led him to work closely with local doctors, contribute as a Founding Trustee and Board Member of the Clifford Craig Foundation, serve on the Launceston Church Grammar School Foundation Board, and mentor students in business and goal-setting strategies. With a strong commitment to serving his community, Richard is eager to represent the interests of Bass in the Tasmanian Parliament, leveraging his extensive experience in financial advising, community service, and his passion for health and education sectors.
What are Richard Trethewie'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.
