Strengthening the foundations for a Fresh Start: Queensland Budget 2026-27
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Budget-Speech-2026-tile-smol.mp4 The 2026-27 Queensland Budget continues to strengthen the foundations laid in making Queensland safer, restoring health services when Queenslanders need them most, playing our part to ease national cost of living pressures, as well as delivering generational infrastructure for all of Queensland. To learn more about what this Budget deliver for
Expanding Adult Crime, Adult Time and Taking a Strong Stance on Drugs and Anti-Social Behaviour Amendment Bill
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ACAT-and-Antisocial_tile.mp4 In this speech I outline my support for the government’s new crime and community‑safety bill, drawing on my experience as a former police officer. Earlier laws created long‑term problems. The new Adult Crime, Adult Time measures, tougher drug responses and designated safety precincts will make Queensland safer. I highlight
International Women’s Day
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/International-Womens-Day-05-03-2026_tile.mp4 In this Private Members’ Statement, I speak about International Women’s Day by reflecting on how my policing career showed me the harm many women face and why this year’s theme, Balance the Scales, matters. I honour the women who support me: my staff, my mum, my daughter, my granddaughters
Inquiry into e-mobility safety and use in Queensland
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Tabled-to-House-E-mobility-Inquiry_tile_smol.mp4 I was proud to table Report No. 21, 58th Parliament – Inquiry into e‑mobility safety and use in Queensland on 4 March 2026. In this speech, I outline how the committee delivers nation‑leading recommendations to improve the safety, regulation and coordination of e‑mobility across Queensland. We examine issues ranging
Fighting Antisemitism and Keeping Guns out of the Hands of Terrorists and Criminals Amendment Bill 2026
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Antisemitism-03-03-2026_tile.mp4 In this speech I address the Fighting Antisemitism and Keeping Guns out of the Hands of Terrorists and Criminals Amendment Bill 2026, outlining why I strongly support its measured and sensible reforms. I speak to the tragic Bondi terrorist attack of 14 December 2025, an event that changed Australia
Major Sports Facilities and Other Legislation Amendment Bill
https://www.jimmcdonald.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Major-Sports-Facilities-12.02.2026_tile.mp4 In this speech I outline my strong support for the Major Sports Facilities and Other Legislation Amendment Bill and describe my role as chair of the committee that examined it. I thank the minister, the Deputy Premier and the Premier for their work and emphasise that these reforms help