Cameron Caldwell (Fadden, Liberal National Party) Share this | Hansard source

I rise today to acknowledge the outstanding community organisations in the Fadden electorate who have recently received funding through the Stronger Communities Program. These grants are about backing our volunteers, carers, parents, coaches and supporters who are the heartbeat of our local community.

In Coomera, the AEIOU Foundation continues its vital work supporting children with autism and their families, helping young Queenslanders thrive. The Fibromyalgia ME/CFS Gold Coast Support Group provides a lifeline to locals battling chronic illness. Their work offers hope, empathy and strength where they're needed. And some of our local P&Cs, like Coomera State School and Biggera Waters State School, play a critical role in building stronger schools, supporting our teachers and our students alike.

Girl Guides Queensland continues to foster leadership and confidence in our young girls, values that will shape our future generations. Of course, the tirelessly hardworking team at the Paradise Point & Districts Meals On Wheels bring meals and companionship to seniors and those in need. The compassion cannot be overstated.

Our sporting pride, the Gold Coast Hockey Association, was also a worthy recipient as well as the North Gold Coast RSL Sub Branch, the custodians of our veteran community in the north of our city.

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