Reliable mobile coverage is set to reach thousands more Australians in regional and remote areas with the Liberal and Nationals Government today announcing an additional $160 million for two new funding rounds of the highly successful Mobile Black Spot Program. These two new pre-Budget funding rounds brings the Liberal and Nationals Government’s total program commitment…
Today, the Morrison Government announced a $71 million package aimed at bringing Australians together. This package invests in programs that embrace Australia’s multicultural diversity and help all communities become actively part of, and benefit from, Australia’s economic and social development. The funding will enhance the everyday experiences Australians have in common – how we communicate,…
The Liberal and Nationals Government will invest a further $220 million in regional communications so Australians living outside the major cities can stay reliably connected. The new pre-Budget investment is part of the Liberals and Nationals Government’s response to the 2018 Regional Telecommunications Review, which examined the communication needs of people living in the bush.…
An additional 72 Local Drug Action Teams (LDATs) will be rolled out across the nation to tackle the harm caused by drugs and alcohol misuse on individuals and families. Speaking at the Wellington LDAT site in Sale, Victoria, the Minister for Regional Services, Senator Bridget McKenzie today congratulated the local community organisations, along with their…
A second generation North East Victoria winemaker says new financing options outlined by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg is welcome and timely. Minister for Regional Services and Senator for Victoria Bridget McKenzie said the creation of the $2 billion Australia Business Securitisation Fund would enable greater access to finance for small businesses when they needed it. The Minister said the announcement that the…
LOWER POWER PRICES COMING FOR VICTORIA Families and small businesses are set to benefit from big savings under the Morrison Government’s new plan for affordable and reliable energy. The Morrison Government will: • Stop the price gouging by the big energy companies by banning sneaky late payment penalties, requiring them to pass on savings in wholesale…
$50 MILLION BOOST IN INVESTMENT FOR AUSTRALIAN HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORT 24 October 2018 Minister for Sport Bridget McKenzie has announced a $50 million boost in high performance sport investment over the next two years as Australia builds towards the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. Senator McKenzie made the announcement this morning at…
This Friday the Daniel Andrew’s Labor Government will have the opportunity to put the national interest first and secure Australia’s energy future by agreeing to the National Energy Guarantee. Developed by the experts, backed by business and supported by modelling from the independent Energy Security Board, the National Energy Guarantee will lower household bills by…
Australia will be host to amazing feats of athleticism as the 2018 Wheelchair Rugby World Championship gets underway in Sydney today. Minister for Sport, Senator Bridget McKenzie, welcomed the hundreds of athletes and their supporters from around the world who have arrived for the six day event, where the world number one ranked Australian team…
The Minister for Regional Communications, Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie, has welcomed the the progress of the Viewer Access Satellite Television (VAST) service review and the number of submissions received through the consultation process. The review is considering the effectiveness of the current VAST service and looking for efficiencies to deliver free-to-air television and radio…