Daily Mail Australia has contacted Ms Frecklington's office for comment. It is not suggested that he made any donation. “Politicians attend supporters dinners, politicians mix with and go to events with every manner of business people,” Ms Frecklington said. Geoffrey Thomas, a Queensland trade commissioner and businessman, donated $50,000 to the LNP on June 25, but he is not on a list of prohibited donors, and described the contribution as 'fundraising'. Ms Frecklington's office produced invitations to an 'exclusive long lunch at Rancho del Cielo' with special guests Peter Dutton and herself, the reports allege. Mr Thomas paid $3,000 to attend while other guests donated up to $8,000 to the LNP, according to the broadcaster. It is not suggested that any of the donations were by property developers. None of the developers who attended the events are believed to have made donations and there is no evidence to suggest they did. Play it now. The Queensland Government is committed to supporting local community groups, individuals and projects through many different funding programs. New infrastructure to secure more jobs A report from the ABC claimed Ms Frecklington, 49, was referred to the watchdog by her own party after a series of exclusive dinners with wealthy business people. Deb Launches ‘Local Hero Grants’. “There needs to be a full explanation as to who she was meeting with and why she was meeting with them.”. Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick has slammed Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington over the reports her own party referred her to the state election watchdog. Joined Scott Morrison (ScoMo) in Townsville today at Meridian Helicopters which is helping to connect Copperstring 2.0 – a 1,100 kilometre high voltage overhead transmission line which will connect the North-West Minerals Province and Mount Isa to the National Electricity market south of Townsville. The ABC reported Liberal National Party leader Deb Frecklington had been referred to the Electoral Commission of Queensland, over alleged concerns about a series of fundraising events that could have violated laws intended to curtail the political influence of property developers. Another guest said he paid to attend the event as a fundraiser for Ms Frecklington. "Deb has very serious questions to answer," he told reporters. Vote 1 LNP to get Queensland working again. Amanda Camm - LNP for Whitsunday. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. 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Latest news from the Liberal National Party. The Grey Nomad Tax is a tax on Queenslanders enjoying their retirement. Property developer Laurence Lancini, former chairman of the North Queensland Cowboys who is worth an estimated $150million, attended the event as guests of two friends and said he did not pay for his seat. Speaking about the allegations on Tuesday, Ms Frecklington said the reports were 'absolutely not correct'. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article. "Deb Frecklington needs to answer questions about her party's donations and why her party is leaking against her.". With just weeks to go until Queenslanders head to the polls, the state’s Opposition Leader is at the centre of a political crisis after reports her own party referred her to the state election watchdog. news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site. The LNP has already said there will be no new taxes – to boost business investment and create jobs. The Premier has demanded the Opposition Leader answers key questions following reports she had been referred to the election watchdog. She added that 'as far as she was aware', no investigation is underway by the watchdog. Individual tickets for that event cost $990 to $1200. She “absolutely” denied the party sought legal advice from the Electoral Commission of Queensland. Meridian Helicopters in Townsville is helping to connect Copperstring 2.0 – the 1,100 kilometre high voltage overhead transmission line which will connect the North-West Minerals Province and Mount Isa to the National Electricity market south of Townsville. Ms Frecklington was reportedly referred to the Electoral Commission of Queensland by her own party over concerns the donations could jeopardise the upcoming state election on October 31 - but this has since been vehemently denied. Household grants of up to $15,000 north of Bundaberg to Thursday Island will be made available through a $50 million Tradie Boost Scheme to cyclone proof homes and secure 450 local jobs. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has today revealed her government will invest $15 million to the redevelopment of Ballymore Stadium, transforming the iconic rugby venue into a new national headquarters for women’s Rugby and the Wallaroos. DAY 8: DAILY WRAP Ms Frecklington said she wanted Queenslanders to have their say on the LNP’s roadmap to … Geoffrey Thomas hosted an LNP fundraiser at the glitzy events venue Rancho del Cielo (pictured) on the Logan River, south of Brisbane, on July 17, Ms Frecklington's office produced invitations to an 'exclusive long lunch at Rancho del Cielo' with special guests Peter Dutton and herself on. “As well as the new home base for national Wallaroos women’s team, Ballymore will offer a new training base for the Queensland Reds men’s and women’s teams and the Australian Rugby Union Academy.". The Scott Morrison (ScoMo) Federal Government and the LNP strongly supports regional jobs and lowering electricity prices in the North-West Minerals Province and have already announced more … See more, Cyclone season is fast approaching which is why we must do everything we can to protect Queenslanders. The third fundraiser was hosted by restaurateur Andrew Park at City Winery before moving on to Mr Park's Thai restaurant Jumbo on August 6. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says she doesn't need anyone to hold her hand when she was asked if her party's federal leader Anthony Albanese would be joining her on the campaign trail.
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