A ministerial portfolio reflecting some of the Burdekin’s largest industries is a fitting tribute to the powerhouse electorate and the workers at the coal-face according to Member for Burdekin Dale Last.
Mr Last was formally sworn in last week as Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development ahead of the first sitting of the new Queensland Parliament at the end of the month.
“I was incredibly humbled to be returned as the Member for Burdekin for a fourth term and to have the honour of now being sworn in as a Minister that represents key industries in the electorate is the icing on the cake," said Mr Last.
“I know how crucial our mining and resources industries are and the pivotal role the industry plays for communities in the Isaac Region. I'm a passionate advocate for the resource sector and I look forward to building on those relationships I have established in recent years and taking the industry forward.
“In the Burdekin we know the important role our manufacturers play in supporting not only our resources industry but our agricultural and horticultural sectors, so to have the opportunity to also work hand in hand with those businesses is a fitting addition.”
Mr Last said ensuring resources and manufacturing were able to thrive in the electorate was vital in ensuring rural and regional communities surrounding those businesses were in the best position to thrive into the future.
“Growing up in rural Queensland, working in multiple rural communities and having a largely rural and remote electorate to represent means that I understand not only what our regions have to offer and the issues they face, but also the opportunities available in the future."
“We know that when our communities are well resourced and have the services they need that industries are able to thrive.”
“I look forward to continuing to be a strong advocate in all avenues of my ministerial portfolio and in turn supporting the Burdekin electorate.”
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