QUEENSLAND Parliament’s Local Government, Small Business and Customer Service Committee is calling for submissions for its inquiry into volunteering in Queensland, with public hearings planned in the coming months.
Committee Chair James Lister MP highlighted the critical role of volunteers, saying, “We know that the number of volunteers in Queensland is decreasing and that their work is invaluable. That’s why the committee wants to hear from volunteers, organisations, and the sector about the barriers to volunteering.”
Submissions can be made through the committee’s website, with an option to request confidentiality. Following the submission period, public hearing dates and locations will be announced.
“The committee wants to ensure that Queenslanders have an opportunity to share their views with us, either in person or via a written submission,” Mr. Lister added.
For more details,including how to make a submission; visit www.parliament.qld.gov.au/volunteering Submissions close 5pm Friday, 28 February 2025.
