Steven James Minnikin (born 9 July 1965) is an Australian Liberal National politician who is currently serving as the member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for Chatsworth, having defeated Steve Kilburn at the 2012 state election.

[5] Before his election to Parliament, Minnikin initially worked in local government as an executive officer and customer service manager for the Redland Shire Council.

[9] After the defeat of the Newman Government at the 2015 Queensland state election, he was appointed Deputy Opposition Whip by Lawrence Springborg.

[13] He has subsequently continued in this role post the LNP's defeat at the 2020 Queensland state election, while gaining the added portfolio responsibility of Shadow Minister for Customer Service under the leadership of David Crisafulli.

[16] Alongside of Tim Nicholls and Jann Stuckey he was one of the three LNP politicians who used their conscience vote to support the decriminalisation of abortion in Queensland on 17 October 2018.

[18] He further clarified his view on the issue stating, "No-one should be forced to endure a pregnancy they do not want when safe, modern medical options are available to assist them.