I am pledging my full support for Coolart Wetlands and Homestead to be added to the National Heritage List. During a recent visit to the homestead, Friends of Coolart committee members emphasized the importance of gaining National Heritage listing in ensuring the ongoing protection of this local treasure. Coolart is a beautiful, historic homestead in…
I am delighted that last night the Turnbull Government, with the assistance of a majority of Senate crossbenchers, passed legislation that will protect our emergency services volunteers from a hostile union takeover. The Turnbull Government has stood up for our communities and the more than 60,000 Victorian volunteers who protect us. These dedicated CFA volunteers…
Federal Member for Flinders Greg Hunt said he was thrilled to announce successful projects under Round Two of the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program. “In total, we were able to grant nine local groups with funding in Round Two. This is a great result for the community,” Mr Hunt said. The Dalyston Hall Committee of…
E&OE… Topics: Superannuation, Sam Dastyari, political donations, Islamic State TOM ELLIOTT: Okay, our next guest is the Minister for Science and Innovation. Greg Hunt, good afternoon. GREG HUNT: And good afternoon, Tom. TOM ELLIOTT: Now, there's three things I want to ask you about: superannuation, political donations, and Islamic State. Let's start with superannuation. What…
Federal Member for Flinders Greg Hunt visited Phillip Island Village School today to announce funding for a masterplan for the school. “I am incredibly pleased to announce that Phillip Island Village School in Ventnor will embark on a masterplan for the future development of the school with the assistance of a $25,000 Commonwealth Government grant,”…
Newhaven College will be able to expand its facilities on Phillip Island thanks to a federal funding grant. Flinders MP Greg Hunt said it was terrific to be able to fund projects that directly benefitted local young people. “I am incredibly pleased to announce that Newhaven College on Phillip Island will be able to build…
Flinders MP Greg Hunt visited Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association in Hastings on Friday to inspect a caravan that was refurbished by a group of Work for the Dole participants. Mr Hunt said the project had helped provide participants with valuable skills, while giving them a sense of satisfaction through giving back to the community. “It…
Sealite Pty Ltd is amongst 22 manufacturers that will share in $31.6 million to boost their high value manufacturing capability as part of the Turnbull Government’s $90 million Next Generation Manufacturing Investment Programme. Somerville-based Sealite Pty Ltd will receive a $1,084,891 grant, under Round 2 of the Programme, for a $10.5 million project to establish…
As Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science, it is my pleasure to launch National Science Week locally at Osborne Primary School in Mount Martha. Osborne is one of many schools taking part in National Science Week 2016, which runs from August 13-21. Osborne will host its very own Science Expo here at the school on…
I am pleased that 9,400 premises in Dromana, Shoreham and Nyora North are a step closer to getting access to the National Broadband Network, with construction of the fixed line network now underway. The nbn will open up a range of new opportunities for businesses, students and residents, allowing people to carry out their daily…