Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Stuart Robert, together with local Federal Member for Flinders, Greg Hunt, today attended the dedication of the new Coronet Bay War Memorial and met with local veterans in Melbourne’s south east. “It is always wonderful coming down to this corner of Victoria and I am extremely pleased to see the new…
Greg Hunt today officially opened the fully refurbished intersection at Bungower and Tyabb-Tooradin Road in Somerville. “I am delighted that the Federal Government has been able to invest $1.7 million in upgrading this intersection, making it safety for local motorists,” Mr Hunt said. “Local roads such as Bungower Road provide key links from our homes,…
Like many young people her age, Bridget Allan’s interest in archery was inspired by the popular book and film series The Hunger Games. After being captivated by the films she begged her mother to take her along to an archery day at Frankston Archery Club and has never looked back. Greg Hunt met 13-year-old Bridget…
Following letters I wrote to Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews regarding the Stony Point railway line and the French Island ferry, I have received a positive response indicating the French Island Community Association will be heavily involved in the future of the French Island ferry. The Victorian Government has committed to consulting closely with the French…
As a community we are keeping up the pressure on the Victorian Government to improve safety at the notoriously dangerous intersection of Forest Drive and Nepean Highway in Mount Martha. I first wrote to VicRoads about this issue in August, 2013 and have been campaigning with the community on this issue ever since. The danger…
Local governments in Flinders are set to benefit from $39 million in funding under the Australian Government’s Financial Assistance Grant Program in 2015-16. The Australian Government is providing $2.3 billion to local governments nationwide in 2015-16. This includes $1.1 billion in Financial Assistance Grants already paid to councils to ensure immediate access to untied funding…
On Friday Greg Hunt MP visited the Western Port Men’s Shed to inspect the group’s newest piece of equipment – a shipping container. When he visited the shed several months ago, Mr Hunt was made aware the group was in desperate need of a storage facility. With wood offcuts taking up valuable working space, Mr…
Boys love their toys and men are no different – Men’s Sheds are always looking for new tools and equipment to add to their collections. Round 11 of the National Shed Development Program is now open until September 18 for grants of up to $8,000. These organisations play an important role in our community, keeping…
I invite you to attend a special screening of the documentary movie Planetary at the Dromana Drive-in on September 18. This is a thought-provoking and aesthetically stunning visual exploration of our world and the Drive-in will host the only Australian screening. The documentary includes spectacular imagery from NASA Apollo missions with powerful footage of the…
Today, a group of young people involved in the Australian Government’s Green Army program can be proud of their contributions to their community and the environment. I was delighted to join participants, project sponsors and service provider Conservation Volunteers Australia at the Koala Conservation Centre on Phillip Island, one of the many sites that have…
