asked the Minister representing the Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy, in writing, on 16 August 2011:

(1) Is he aware of the announced closure of the Post Office in Bucasia, Mackay, by Australia Post?

(2) Is he able to intervene to stop the closure of the Bucasia Post Office; if not, what measures can Australia Post implement to ensure that there is easy access to postal and other services currently provided to Bucasia residents, particularly elderly residents, by the existing Bucasia Post Office.