Rob Molhoek

Robert Molhoek (born 6 October 1959) is an Australian Liberal National politician who is a member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for Southport, having defeated Peter Lawlor at the 2012 state election.[1] He was appointed Assistant Minister for Child Safety on 3 April 2012. [2]

His other public service roles include; Assistant Minister for Planning & Development, Shadow Minister for Housing & Public Works, Gold Coast City Councilor & Chair of Finance & Internal Services, Deputy Chair of Transportation, Public Works and Utilities committees.

Prior to entering politics Rob was General Manager of Sea FM Limited, operating Gold Coast radio stations 90.9 Sea FM & 92.5 Gold FM. Rob has an extensive range of not-for-profit board experience. He was a founding director and investor in the Gold Coast NRL Titans, founding Chairman of the Gold Coast Community Fund and a long-standing serving director of Bravehearts the charity committed to protecting our kids from Child Sexual Abuse. He has been an ambassador and fundraiser for the annual Vinnies CEO Sleepout, which raises money to help provide accommodation and services to the homeless. He is also a strong advocate and champion of Southport-based Domestic Violence support services.