Turnbull Government appoints new mental health advisory panel

The Turnbull Government is establishing a new mental health advisory panel to support our commitment to improve services to those that need them. Mental health is a deep personal passion and a significant issue of national importance. It is a key element of our Long Term National Health Plan. The Primary Health Network Advisory Panel…

St Joseph’s serves up a treat for 90th birthday celebrations

I was honoured to attend St Joseph’s Primary School in Crib Point last week for their 90th birthday celebrations. The school marked the occasion with the opening of a new outdoor kitchen and learning centre. With assistance from their head chef, students dished up a delicious meal for diners.I am also pleased the Federal Government…

Supporting community street soccer with $4 million boost

The Turnbull Government will provide an additional $4 million in funding over the next four years to continue The Big Issue’s Community Street Soccer program. Today I was honoured to present the 2017 Street Socceroos team with jerseys ahead of their travels to represent Australia at the Homeless World Cup in Oslo, Norway. Since 2007,…

Funding to help sporting groups tackle illegal drugs

More than a thousand community sport clubs across the country are being encouraged to take part in a Turnbull Government program to reduce the impact of illegal drugs on Australian communities. As part of the Turnbull Government’s National Ice Action Strategy, the Good Sports program is being expanded with an additional $4.6 million in funding…

Sky News Agenda interview with Peter Van Onselen and Paul Kelly

E&OE… Topics: Snowy Hydro; energy security; Medicare; mental health; PETER VAN ONSELEN: As mentioned off the top of the program, our guest now is the Health Minister, Greg Hunt. He joins us live from Melbourne. Thanks very much for your company. GREG HUNT: Good morning Peter, and good morning Paul. PETER VAN ONSELEN: Now obviously…

John Wylie reappointed as Australian Sports Commission Chair

I am delighted to announce the reappointment of Mr John Wylie as Chair of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) board for a further three years. The ASC board is responsible for the performance of the Commission, which coordinates the Government’s contribution to the sports sector from grassroots through to high performance. Mr Wylie has been…