Terry Young MP

From the Office of Terry Young.

Calling all local high school students! 📣

The 2026 My First Speech Competition is now open for students in Years 10, 11 and 12. This is a fantastic opportunity for young people to share their ideas, learn about our democracy, and have their voices heard.

Winners will receive an expenses-paid trip to Parliament House in Canberra, present their speech to the Speaker and Members of Parliament, and take home a prize pack valued at $250.

Entries close 20 July 2026.

For more information and to enter, visit: mfs.houseofrepresentatives.gov.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

🎉 Happy Queensland Day! 🌴☀️

Today, we celebrate everything that makes Queensland such a special place to call home: our incredible communities, stunning landscapes, rich history, and the people who make our state the best in Australia.

From the coastal beaches to the towns and cities inland, Queensland is built on the spirit of hardworking, resilient, and community-minded people who always step up to support one another.

Queensland Day is a chance to reflect on where we've come from, celebrate what makes our local communities unique, and look forward to the opportunities ahead.

I'm proud to call Queensland home and proud to be part of a community that embodies the values of mateship, generosity, and determination every day.

💙 What do you love most about living in Queensland?

Share your favourite Queensland memory, place, or tradition in the comments below.

#QueenslandDay
#proudqueenslander
#queenslandspirit
#ourcommunity
#qldday ... See MoreSee Less