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Anika Wells
Minister for Aged Care & Minister for Sport
LaborLilley, QLDIncumbent
Biography
Background and political history
A former lawyer and Griffith University alumni, Anika Wells broke the Liberals' 2019 Queensland surge to retain Lilley. As Aged Care Minister she delivered 24/7 nursing mandates, the 15 % wage rise and Star Ratings, while her Sport portfolio targets gender equity in elite facilities ahead of Brisbane 2032.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
Aged Care
Quality & safety
Star Ratings, food-quality funds and digital-care records.
Sport
2032 legacy
Equal-pay Matildas deal & community-sport grants.
Climate
Airport precinct net-zero
Green-hydrogen buses at Brisbane Airport.
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Aged Care Amendment (Staffing) 2023
2023-05-10YES
Enforced 24/7 nurse requirement
Climate Change Bill 2022
2022-08-04YES
43 % target
NACC Bill 2022
2022-11-30YES
Integrity body
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Lilley | Won | 55.8% |
| 2019 | Lilley | Won | 51.3% |
Contact Information
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