Torquay Caravan Park

Having moved here from the Gold Coast I was disappointed in councils’ decision to approve the Sheraton project and now talking about removing the caravan park for “the people”. 

Sorry I just don’t buy it, there’s plenty of people space along the esplanade’s just cut the grasses. 

Provide parking and they will come and stop pandering to monied developers. 

Hervey Bay is unique it shouldn’t become another Gold Coast.

Regards 

Kev

Pialba

Come in Spinner election talk

I read with much interest The Publisher’s Point (Advertiser 6/3/25)

The first thought that entered my head was, how many “young Australians” would have $50K’s in their super fund?  

While having no claim to being a mathematician, I decided very few.  

I then asked myself, would $50Ks get you into a house or unit?

Again, I’d suggest not.

Add to this, the reason for the National Superannuation Scheme in the first place, yes that’s right, it was to reduce the pressure on the national coffers to fund pensions into the future.

As Australia’s population ages, so the cost of pensions will increase.

But you are right, the government of the day could increase all forms of taxation to cover such increases.

Sadly, Polly Talk like this is just a classic case of “come in spinner”.

I doubt even “young Australian’s” will fall for this. 

John A Neve

Torquay

Young person's POV on Super

Using my super for a house just doesn't make sense to me. 

Superannuation is meant to be something I rely on for my future, for when I retire and no longer have an income. 

Tapping into it now to buy a house feels like I'm robbing my future self just to meet a short-term goal. 

Also, there are so many other options to get into the housing market without needing to dip into my super. 

Plus, I should be able to access my super whenever I want because it's my money. 

We work hard for it, so why should there be restrictions on when and how we can use it? 

It's about having the freedom and flexibility to make the best financial decisions for myself, now and in the future.

James

Pialba

Flip to profit

Re the subject of $50,000 superannuation being used by first home owners; it’s a well-known fact the average time to move house in Australia is every seven years. 

Taking that fact into account, yes allow this to happen. 

House prices never go down and someone who takes that money out of super can deposit it back slowly by renovating said house and on selling. 

I know various people who flip houses regularly and by buying in the best area you can achieve a handsome profit.

Jill French

Pt Vernon

Caravan park disappointment 

The recent changes to caravan parks in Hervey Bay are disappointing. 

Long time visitors and residents feel pushed out by rising fees and reduced facilities. 

Once a laid back, affordable destination, it’s now losing its charm. 

The community’s concerns seem ignored, leaving many questioning if tourism profits matter more than loyal guests.

Anonymous