Bundamba MP Lance McCallum has taken aim at the state government over health service delays, while also celebrating local sporting triumphs and calling for urgent worker protections.
Speaking on West Bremer Radio’s State of Play, Mr McCallum criticised worsening ambulance ramping across Queensland, saying Ipswich patients are among the hardest hit. “Over 69% of patients in Ipswich are waiting longer than the recommended times to be seen by a doctor,” he said. “It’s not good enough and it’s not what was promised at the last election.”
He accused the government of claiming credit for health projects already funded under Labor, including expansions at Ipswich Hospital and Mater Springfield, as well as the Ripley Satellite Hospital. “We need new investment, and we need it quickly,” he said.
On a lighter note, Mr McCallum congratulated the Redbank Plains Bears for an “unprecedented” season, with six teams reaching finals. The A-grade side claimed a hard-fought 28–24 win over the Ipswich Jets to secure the premiership. “Special mention to club leader Jodie Elder, who somehow balances youth justice work with running one of our city’s most successful clubs,” he said.
McCallum also welcomed news that long-awaited new bus services will roll out from mid-November, improving connections between Springfield, Goodna, Redbank, Ripley and Augustine Heights. “Locals deserve better transport, and I’ll be making sure those buses get delivered,” he said.
He voiced concern over the indefinite shelving of new Respect@Work laws, which would provide stronger protections against workplace discrimination. “The law is there—the government just needs to enact it. I urge locals to support my petition at LanceMcCallum.com.au.”
Finally, McCallum laced up his boots in a bipartisan charity soccer match, raising $11,000 for Bush Kids alongside former Socceroos Matt McKay and Amy Chapman. “It was a great night, and fantastic to support such a worthy cause,” he said.
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