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Assistant Minister

Rebecca Young is the Assistant Minister to the Deputy Premier and Assistant Minister for Planning, Housing and Better Regulation.

Rebecca Young is the State Member for Redlands in the Queensland Legislative Assembly and serves as the Assistant Minister to the Deputy Premier. In this role, Rebecca contributes to delivering key outcomes in planning, housing, and better regulation, while supporting the broader objectives of the Queensland Government to drive community growth and economic prosperity.

Elected in October 2024, Rebecca is a lifelong resident of the Redlands community. She attended Victoria Point State School and Ormiston College, and now resides in the area with her husband, Justin, and their children. Her deep connection to the community shapes her understanding of the needs and aspirations of Queensland families.

Rebecca brings a wealth of experience to her parliamentary role. For over a decade, she owned and managed Personalised Freight Solutions Global, an international freight forwarding company based in Redland Bay that supported Queensland exporters and importers. Today, her husband serves as the sole director of the business. Rebecca has also been a passionate advocate for local businesses through her previous role as President of the Redlands Coast Chamber of Commerce.

As Assistant Minister, Rebecca plays an integral role in advancing planning reform, improving housing availability and affordability, and streamlining regulation to create a more dynamic and inclusive Queensland. She also supports other portfolios within the Deputy Premier’s responsibilities, ensuring a coordinated approach to building safer, stronger, and more sustainable communities across the state.

Rebecca is proud to represent, serve and champion the Redlands community in the Queensland Parliament. Her passion for public service is driven by her dedication to creating opportunities, supporting local families and businesses, and delivering positive outcomes for all Queenslanders.