Safety for cyclists on Phillipson Street, Wangaratta, has been improved with the completion of dedicated lanes separating riders from traffic between Sisely Avenue and Edwards Street. The upgrade was delivered as part of the Australian and Victorian governments’ $510 million state-wide joint commitment under the nationwide Road Safety Program. Assistant Minister for Road Safety and…
DetailsThis past week or so we have put the regions at the heart of the Government’s policy. That is a good thing. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced on October 15 that he was intending to go to Glasgow while also confirming the Government’s intention to agree to a net zero emissions target by 2050. It…
DetailsRegional and remote students are encouraged to apply for a scholarship worth up to $18,000 to support their tertiary education. Round 5 of the Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarships is still open, to support eligible students to undertake courses from Certificate IV to PhD level. The Liberal and Nationals Government has committed more than $62…
DetailsThe Australian Government is providing up to $750,000 in the 2022 Community Awareness Grants for initiatives to reach key audiences and provide creative ways to raise awareness of organ and tissue donation. Nationals Senate Leader and Senator for Victoria, Bridget McKenzie is encouraging community groups, local businesses and not-for-profit organisations to apply for a grant…
DetailsImage source: The Weekly Times A Regional Banking Taskforce has been established by the Liberal and Nationals Government to assess the impact of bank branch closures on regional communities. The Taskforce will bring together banks and other key stakeholders to assess how bank branch closures have impacted local businesses, industries and communities and work collaboratively…
DetailsThe 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…
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