Abacus Learning Centre thrives in new purpose-built facility

It was terrific to officially open the new building for Abacus Learning Centre in Hastings last Thursday (14 April). I would like to congratulate all the parents and staff on their hard work in turning this dream into a reality. This would not have been possible without the support of Western Port Secondary College Principal…

New use for old tyres

It was terrific to be in Mount Martha today to see crumb rubber asphalt being sprayed onto a road surface under the supervision of Tyre Stewardship Australia. Managing what we do with tyres that have reached the end of their useable life is an environmental challenge, which is why we are working with the tyre…

Researchers and industry to work together on new renewable energy projects

The Turnbull Government is providing $17 million funding for nine new R&D projects set to deliver renewable energy technologies and solutions suited to the 21st century. Environment Minister Greg Hunt joined ARENA CEO Ivor Frischknecht at an event in Perth today to announce the funding for cutting edge projects – such as Curtin University’s project…

Researchers and industry to work together on new renewable energy projects

The Turnbull Government is providing $17 million funding for nine new R&D projects set to deliver renewable energy technologies and solutions suited to the 21st century. Environment Minister Greg Hunt joined ARENA CEO Ivor Frischknecht at an event in Perth today to announce the funding for cutting edge projects – such as Curtin University’s project…

New board members appointed to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency

The Government is pleased to announce the appointment of six new members to the board of the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). The new board members have the necessary experience and skills to guide ARENA in its role of improving the competitiveness of renewable energy technologies, increasing the supply of renewable energy in Australia and…

Turnbull Government funding drives virtual battery storage trial in WA

The Turnbull Government is providing $3.3 million funding to support the $6.7 million Alkimos Beach residential storage trial which combines community-scale battery energy storage and solar, and could save participants 15 per cent or more on their electricity bills. The residents taking part in the trial will get to experience “virtual” energy storage via a…

Crib Point CFA receives site for new fire station

Flinders MP Greg Hunt met with Crib Point CFA officers and volunteers at HMAS Cerberus recently to inspect the site for its new headquarters. Mr Hunt said the new partnership would be mutually beneficial. “I am delighted that the Crib Point CFA has been provided with land on the site of the HMAS Cerberus defence…

Rosebud Toy Library to benefit from Stronger Communities grant

I am delighted to announce that Rosebud Toy Library will benefit from a $5057 Stronger Communities grant. It is one of many local community groups in the electorate to receive a grant under the federal government’s Stronger Communities Program. This grant will enable the toy library purchase child-sized furniture, couches, rugs, white goods and electronic…