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State of Glory PTY LTD is currently supporting Division 4 Candidate Shane Cuthbert, who currently stands unopposed in the Cairns Local Government elections to be held in March 2024. Shane Cuthbert says he's "not afraid to stand up for what's right and hold our State and Federal politicians accountable", and "I've taken a discrimination claim against the Australian Labor Party all the way to the High Court of Australia".

 "As someone who has experienced homelessness in Cairns, I stand with Cairns residents experiencing rent and mortgage stress", "We currently waive thousands in fees for wealthy developers and its time we supported those struggling to keep a roof over their heads" - Shane Cuthbert

CAIRNS 2024 ELECTION
In 2020, shortly after the last local elections were held in Queensland, former MP Rob Pyne asked Shane Cuthbert to consider running in the 2024 Cairns Local elections. Shane Cuthbert is the ONLY candidate to have spent 18 months attending local Council meetings to ensure that he is up to date and across the issues of Council and stands for Youth Crime and Justice Reform, the Environment and Community, Housing, Accountability, Transparency and Accessability.

What he will do Support the Cairns Council Reconciliation PlanSupport programs in the CBD, addressing crime and homelessness Support Council investment in community/social housing  I will be open, honest and transparent I will be accessable I will waive development fees for developers who dedicate a % of developments to support housing I will support a 24 Hour Youth Centre in Cairns Support bringing back General Business motions
What Shane Cuthbert will continue doing Working with our indigenous leaders and eldersVolunteering in Cairns Community organisationsAdvocating for the disadvantaged, vulnerable and less fortunateSupporting local environmental groupsAdvocating for better outcomes in Cairns for State and Federal Government fundingRaising awareness around issues such as homelessness, disability and disadvantage
What Shane Cuthbert will not do I will not support exorbitant rises to YOUR rates, increasing mortgage and rental stressI will not support spending YOUR rate payer funds on Queensland Police (let the State Government do that) I will not support spending YOUR rate payer funds on Queensland Police golf buggiesI will not support a Youth Detention Centre in EdmontonI will not support a cashless CouncilI will not avoid making the tough decisions, tough decisions are what I will be elected to make

WHO IS SHANE CUTHBERT?

Early Years
Shane was born in the Hawkesbury region of Sydney, Australia in 1990 excelling acedemically in school recieving many awards however, his schooling was interrupted in 1997 due to a significant playground injury. An almost fatal incident, he was rushed to hospital where after intensive 'limb saving' operations he would become addicted to morphine and spend several weeks in hospital and away from school recovering. 
Shane struggled, fitting back into the routines other students were expected to follow and was trialled on many medications, taking part in an international study and medical testing. in 1999, Shane attended Redbank House, where since the late 1970s the New South Wales Department of Education and Health provided tertiary assessments and treatments for children, adolescents and their families experiencing severe, complex and treatment resistant mental health problems and disorders. It is currently located on the Westmead Hospital campus. 
Returning to 'normal schooling' was difficult for Shane, after spending almost three years outside of the public school system. A family breakup, childhood depression and addiction, traumatic experiences and exposure to childhood sexual abuse at an early age contributed to the development of maladaptive coping skills and an increase in risk taking behaviours. Shane's mother decided homeschooling would be best for Shane. Homeschooled until In 2008, he was enrolled into Blacktown Boys highschool where from day one, Shane stood out amongst his peers, amused with his pranks (which often got him into trouble), charisma and confidence.
The Rockstar
Shane's mother bought him a drum set for his 7th birthday and his love and passion for drumming and music kept him out of trouble later in life. Shane's mothers home became a drop in centre and rehearsal space for local kids and Shane's first band. Easy Way Out couldnt get any real shows, they had no management, or record labels but, at the age of 14, Shane went to the local council to hire a hall, forged his parents signatures on the paperwork and used his savings to pay the bond, so they could play, and play they did. They asked more established local bands (Heroes for Hire) to play and they charged kids an entry fee, making a thousand dollars running a business and finally playing to an audience. 
Easy Way Out didn't become hit makers but,  it opened doors for Shane and his best friend Jye (Capture the Crown) who later became successful musicians, In 2005, Shane was asked to fill in for another drummer and went on his first National Australian tour at the age of 15, being able to experience life on the road at a young age, performing on the radio and in some of Australia's biggest clubs, venues and a stadium. Through well established connections in the music industry and a close relationship with band mate Skip Tailor, Shane was able to work with, tour with and/or meet artists such as P!nk, The Used, New Found Glory, Linkin Park, Metallica, The Jacksons and many others. Skip's dad worked with AC/DC,  INXS and for Michael Coppel as a tour manager for Blink-182.
Offending and Addiction
In 2009 however, life as a musician was not working out, dropped from a major label and having attempted (unsuccessfully) to establish new bands, the dream was dead. Shane experienced severe depression, in part due to the failure he experienced but also due to childhood trauma, having never dealt with those demons in the past. Shane was arrested and sentenced by Division 8 Candidate and former Magistrate Pat O'Shane, in 2009 over an affray that occurred between him and his brother, followed by convictions for maliscious damage, failing to appear, breach of bail and behaving in an offensive manner in public. Shane hit rock bottom and in 2012, appeared in the Parramatta Court wearing a clown costume, charged with damaging the side mirror of a taxi (found not guilty). 
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The Entreprenuer
Shane was fairly well known in Sydney's local music scene and was offered an opportunity to promote HotDamn!, SFX and Killer nightclubs. Whilst promoting clubs at night, Shane attended a business course with his best friend Jye by day and together they started a small in-home recording studio, In addition to mowing lawns.  Shane and his business partner eventually agreed to split, as both businesses grew. Shane rebranded Luxurious Lawns as The Garden Guys, quickly becoming one of the top lawn mowing and maintenance services in Sydney. 
As The Garden Guys success was limited, and the profit margins not enough to expand quickly, Shane began offering landscaping services, obtaining contracts with major Sydney builders and expanded  further. The Guys Group, established in 2012 later provided franchising opportunities across Australia and Shane was called 'the next Jim Penman' by organisers of the Sydney franchising expo. 
In 2012 Shane launched State Of Glory, an online entertainment website that included image galleries and video content. In 2013 shane launched State Of Glory clothing and began monetising the site advertising or endorsements, selling only his own state of glory branded merchandise and products with the site peaking in 2014 with a daily visitor count of over 5000.
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Controversy
In 2015, Shane married Australian swimsuit model and public figure Berenger Rose. Shortly afterwards Rose made very public allegations of domestic abuse however no charges relating to these allegations were brought by the police following intense media scrutiny and investigation. Shane and Berenger Rose remained together, in a relationship until finalising a divorce in 2019. 
During the relationship, Shane spent six months in custody for offences relating to drink driving, evade police, obstructing police, trespassing and breach of bail where he experienced extreme trauma. Shane's TikTok account, where he shares some of his personal experiences within the prison and justice systems has accumulated millions of video views. On a number of occassions, The Queensland Parliament has invited Shane Cuthbert to speak with MPs and share his personal insight with committees on various issues affecting Queenslanders such as youth crime. 
The Student
In 2018 Shane completed contract law and justice through Harvard University online via EdX and began a double law and psychology degree at Central Queensland University where he is currently President of the CQU Law Society and Treasurer of the CQU Social Innovation Network. Shane created Domestic Violence Anonymous, a Men's group focusing on relationship issues and supporting male victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, providing advice and guidance. Men meet regularly in safe, judgement free environments where they talk about thier issues, much like AA and NA groups do around the world regarding alcohol and drug addictions.
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The Volunteer Philanthropist
In 2019 during COVID-19, Shane Cuthbert assisted The Salvation Army, Anglicare and Cairns Helpers Helping Those In Quarantine, receiving and distributing donated items of food and toiletries across Cairns. As Cairns Helpers Helping those in Quarantine organisers had family members with immune deficiencies, and could no longer continue accepting donations Shane opened up his business, to be used as a food ’drop off’ point where canned goods and toiletries were carefully sought into ‘care packages’ for delivery across Cairns where Shane  personally delivered many ‘care packages’ to the most vulnerable, elderly, at risk and immune compromised families in Cairns. 
 2020, after discussing possible solutions and alternatives to youth crime issues with Cairns MP Michael Healy, Shane Cuthbert established the 'change the world foundation', which advocates for youth in Cairns, applying for the Queensland Government Community Partnerships grant to establish a 24-hour youth centre in Cairns, that aims to minimise youth crime whilst providing a safe place for at risk, vulnerable youth at night, access to clothing, bedding and food whilst also providing mentorship and guidance to young offenders currently before the legal system in various capacities.
As a representative of the Business and Law faculty of CQU, Shane Cuthbert was invited to visit schools and community organisations in Rockhampton to present the LawToks project, to young people identified as ‘at high risk’ of police interactions. CQU’s involvement in the project was requested by the Durumbul Youth Network in collaboration with Child Safety and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Community Leaders in Rockhampton, following community consultations in 2020. Shane Cuthbert was the only law student from CQU involved, and his legal advice was relied upon by CQU drama students who created short, fun and engaging videos depicting ‘real life’ scenarios in order to better educate young people about their rights and responsibilities when dealing with police. A project supported by Cairns MP Michael Healy. 
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The Community Leader
Over the last four years, Shane has volunteered with the Salvation Army, Red Cross, Australian Marine Conservation Society, COUCH, Cairns Helpers Helping Those in Quarantine, Lifeline, Australian Youth Climate Coalition Cairns, Cairns and Far North Environment Centre, Domestic Violence Anonymous, Tangaroa Blue and Greenpeace.  He has also volunteered with the Cairns Ironman event, Crankworx, the Reef Restoration Foundation, Mayor Bob Manning's Christmas Appeal and many others.
Speaking publicly at the St Vincent De Paul Societies CEO Sleepout and Lifeline's Out of the Shadows, suicide prevention events this year, Shane says that "through volunteering, individuals have the power to help themselves whilst helping others", a powerful statement. Shane Cuthberts commitment to volunteering in communities spans more than 20 years.
Shane Cuthbert has been heavily supportive of the greater Cairns community, standing side by side with indigenous leaders during Black Lives Matter protests, holding a candle for young Cassius outside the Cairns Library, protesting climate inaction during UNESCO's visit to Cairns, speaking to victims of crime who gathered outside the Cairns Convention Centre during the Queensland Parliamentary visit and, the list goes on. Over the past four years, Shane Cuthbert has made quite the name for himself as a community leader and advocate. 
On Indigenous Rights, The Cairns Regional Council recently voted down a reconciliation plan becuase of references to 'the Voice' and 'Path to Treaty'. This, a Council with the largest percentage of First Nations Peoples in any other Council area throughout Queensland. Shane Cuthbert, as part of a NEW Cairns Regional Council will support a reconciliation plan. 