Domestic violence is one of the most serious and heartbreaking issues facing our community. It tears families apart, drains our police and hospitals, and most of all—it leaves women and children trapped in fear.
Here in Wide Bay, the crisis is made worse by housing shortages. If you’re fleeing violence, where do you go? Shelters are full. Long-term housing is hard to find. And in regional areas like ours—from Gympie to Noosa, Maryborough to the hinterland—lack of services can turn fear into something life-threatening.
This isn’t something we can leave for others to fix. It’s not a side issue—it’s central to whether people in our towns can live safe, decent lives. If we’re serious about looking after each other, this is where we start.
What I’ll Fight For
Safe Housing in Wide Bay
I’ll push for federal investment in transitional and long-term housing for survivors—not just emergency shelters. We need stable, supported housing options in Gympie, Noosa, Maryborough, and across the region.
Beyond Crisis: Real Recovery
Escaping violence is just the first step. Survivors—women, men, and children—need support to heal: therapy, legal help, childcare, and long-term services that tackle the damage of trauma across generations.
Support for Indigenous-Led Solutions
First Nations women are among the most at risk—and their communities also hold many of the answers. I will back First Nations-led, culturally grounded programs that are already making a difference on the ground.
Fair Funding That Matches Local Needs
Too often, regional areas like ours are underfunded or left out altogether. I’ll fight for funding that matches the real pressures on our local police, health, and support services—so Wide Bay gets what it needs, not just what’s left at the end.
Casey for Wide Bay 