The Queensland Greens introduced their local candidates for the next Federal election at an event in Hervey Bay on the 24 October 2021.
Nicole Cornish, who has a degree in human services and works in disability support is standing for the seat of Hinkler currently held by the Nationals’ Keith Pitt.
Nicole spoke with conviction about the Greens plan for a transition to a low emissions economy which will boost employment as private investment moves away from fossil fuels into emerging green industries.
Craig Armstrong, who was the Greens candidate for Maryborough in the last two state elections, is contesting the Wide Bay seat currently held by the Nationals’ Llew O’Brien.
Craig’s work as a chef providing meals for people in aged care and the disability sector has made him acutely aware of what he describes as government neglect of vulnerable people. Craig spoke of his concerns for the future of the National Disability Insurance Scheme under the current government.
The Greens’ lead senate candidate for Queensland, Penny Allman-Payne, travelled from Gladstone to attend the event. Penny spoke passionately about the need to restore integrity into politics and for Australia to take meaningful action to address climate change.
The next Federal election will be held during or before May 2022.
