Media Release: LABOR VOTE A NATIONAL SHAME
The Albanese Labor Government has voted down legislation that would have criminalised the burning and desecration of the Australian National Flag — a decision that deeply offends millions of Australians and dishonours those who have served under it.
The Australian flag is not a prop for protest theatre. It is worn on the shoulder of every Australian Defence Force member. It is carried into battle. And it is draped, with solemn respect, over the coffins of fallen soldiers.
Media Release: NORTH QLD MOTHER IN LAST‑DITCH BID TO SAVE HER SON’S LIFE AS PBS DELAYS THREATEN ACCESS TO PROVEN CANCER DRUG
A North Queensland mother has launched a last‑ditch effort to keep her son alive, as delays to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing of a proven targeted therapy for medullary thyroid cancer risk cutting off the medicine he needs to survive.
Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Thompson OAM today called on the Minister for Health to urgently list selpercatinib (Retevmo/Retsevmo) on the PBS and to put in place an interim access arrangement.
Media Release: ARPC Advertisement Fails Townsville Homeowners as Insurance Costs Continue to Soar
Townsville homeowners deserve genuine engagement, not advertising, after the Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation (ARPC) chose to place a full-page advertisement in today’s Townsville Bulletin instead of appearing in Townsville to listen to the community.
The decision comes during a cost-of-living crisis and despite the ARPC being asked to hold a community hearing in Townsville as part of its review into the cyclone reinsurance pool — a commitment that was meant to prioritise the voices of North Queenslanders most affected by soaring insurance costs.
Media Release: New Sports Lighting Shines a Bright Future for Riverway JCU Football Club
Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Thompson OAM MP has welcomed the installation of new LED sports lighting at Riverway JCU Football Club’s home ground, Charles Moroney Park in Kelso, made possible through the Australian Government’s Play Our Way program.
Media Release: Phillip Thompson Moves to Criminalise Burning the Australian Flag, Backed by 20,000 Signatures
Federal Member for Herbert, Phillip Thompson, today introduced a Private Member’s Motion in the Australian Parliament to criminalise the burning and desecration of the Australian National Flag, supported by 20,000 petition signatures.
Media Release: Townsville Demands to be Heard in Cyclone Reinsurance Pool Review
The Albanese Labor Government and Australian Reinsurance Pool Corporation (ARPC) are under pressure to visit Townsville and hear first-hand from locals about the devastating impact of sky-rocketing insurance premiums.
Media Release: Phillip Thompson Commits $6 Million Lighting Upgrade for Riverway Stadium
Phillip Thompson, Federal Member for Herbert, has pledged $6 million to transform Riverway Stadium into a premier venue capable of hosting nationally televised competitions.
Media Release: Phillip Thompson commits $1m Boost to Townsville’s community and sports organisations
Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Thompson has unveiled a $2.2 million election pledge to fund the construction of modern, inclusive facilities at Townsville Rugby Union’s flagship centre on Hugh Street, with a focus on boosting female participation in the sport across North Queensland.
Media Release: Phillip Thompson pledges $2.2 million to champion female Rugby Union in Townsville
Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Thompson has unveiled a $2.2 million election pledge to fund the construction of modern, inclusive facilities at Townsville Rugby Union’s flagship centre on Hugh Street, with a focus on boosting female participation in the sport across North Queensland.
Media Release: Ten local crime prevention projects funded under Phillip Thompson commitment
Federal Member for Herbert, Phillip Thompson, today announced an election commitment to fund ten local crime prevention projects, delivering CCTV, lighting and security fencing to community groups across Townsville.