The Nationals have facilitated a solution to ensure the safe transportation of firearms, after a decision by some commercial carriers left dealers and wholesalers without options to ship their goods. Senator the Hon Bridget McKenzie and Senator Dr Sam McMahon hosted a meeting with Australia Post and national firearms industry representatives in August, with the…
DetailsSchools, ex-service organisations and community groups across Australia will soon receive resources to help them plan Remembrance Day commemorative services and activities. Minister for Veterans’ Affairs and Defence Personnel Andrew Gee said the Department of Veterans’ Affairs has prepared a Remembrance Day educational resources pack to highlight the history and importance of honouring Australia’s veterans…
Details• First round grants announced for Future Drought Fund’s Networks to Build Drought Resilience program. • $1.4 million investment for 33 grants awarded across Australia. • The program builds the skills and capacity of people and communities and delivers small-scale infrastructure. North East Victoria’s Ovens & Murray AgBiz Alliance (AgBiz Assist Limited) will receive more…
DetailsKicking off on 16 October, more than 720 events that focus on veteran well-being are set to take place across the country for our biggest Veterans’ Health Week yet. The Australian Government has provided a record $540,000 in funding for Veterans’ Health Week, which will see activities continue until the end of November and deliver…
DetailsThe Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Bendigo need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of…
DetailsThe Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in the electorate of McEwen need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects…
DetailsThe Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in North East Victoria need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for…
DetailsThe Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Ballarat need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of…
DetailsThe Liberal and Nationals Government is helping to ensure agricultural shows in regional Victoria can see off COVID-19 and continue contributing to local communities in the post pandemic era. Minister for Agriculture and Northern Australia David Littleproud said another $25 million is being provided under the Supporting Agricultural Shows and Field Days and Supporting Showmen…
DetailsThree major industry bodies, which have been allies during the decade-long climate debate, have recently backflipped to support net-zero emissions by 2050. Interestingly, they have collectively recognised that the real impact of decarbonising our economy will be felt most acutely in regional Australia. The Business Council of Australia, National Farmers Federation and the Minerals Council…
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