Ted O'Brien China Relations

New alliance shows we will not bow to China

Published in the Courier Mail, 20/09/2021 Despite the world being in the grip of an ongoing global pandemic, our greatest challenge is not Covid-19. It’s resolving the China question. China is the biggest, richest and…
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Ted O'Brien Sunshine Coast Member for Fairfax

China lobbies MPs to back its bid to join free trade pact

Published by Andrew Tillet, Financial Review The Chinese government has taken the rare step of writing to a parliamentary inquiry arguing why it should be allowed to join the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade deal, while…
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Ted O'Brien Member for Fairfax MP Sunshine coast

QLD key to Olympics and NRL boost to sports diplomacy with nearest neighbours

Article published by Matthew Killoran from the Courier Supporting a Pacific Islands NRL team and getting the region more closely associated with the 2032 Southeast Queensland Olympic Games should be part of a bid to…
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Ted Obrien Olympics Sunshine Coast

Special Envoy for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Prime Minister - Media Statement. The Hon. Scott Morrison MP Prime Minister MEDIA STATEMENT Monday 6 September 2021 SPECIAL ENVOY FOR THE BRISBANE 2032 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES I am pleased to announce that Mr…
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Ted Obrien Sunshine Coast

Fifth public hearing for dispatchable energy inquiry

Fifth public hearing for dispatchable energy inquiry The House of Representatives Standing Committee on the Environment and Energy will today hold its fifth public hearing for its inquiry into dispatchable energy generation and storage capability…
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Ted O'Brien MP Sunshine Coast Federal Member Fairfax

IT’S GAME ON

History made as 2032 Olympics secured for Queensland. Australia will host the Olympics for the third time and Paralympics for the second time after Brisbane and South East Queensland tonight secured the 2032 Games. Prime…
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Ted O'Brien MP Sunshine Coast Federal Member Fairfax

WHY AUSTRALIA IS UNIQUELY POSITIONED TO HOST THE 2032 OLYMPICS

Ted O'Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax and the Prime Minister's representative on the South East Queensland 2032 Olympic bid committee, explains why Australia is uniquely placed to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Read…
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Ted O'Brien MP Sunshine Coast Federal Member Fairfax

WIDE BAY AND SUNSHINE COAST EMPLOYMENT FACILITATOR EXTENDED

WIDE BAY AND SUNSHINE COAST EMPLOYMENT FACILITATOR EXTENDED Job seekers in the Wide Bay and Sunshine Coast region of Queensland will continue to benefit from the Australian Government’s $276 million Local Jobs Program, with an extension…
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Ted O'Brien MP Sunshine Coast Federal Member Fairfax

TED O’BRIEN MP WARNS NOW IS NOT THE TIME FOR FIGHTING

With an announcement from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on South East Queensland's bid to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games just days away, Ted O'Brien MP says a dispute over the COVID-19 vaccination…
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TED O’BRIEN MP SAYS LET’S UNITE TO GET BETTER RAIL SERVICES

As debate rages along the Sunshine Coast about the best mass transit system for the region, Ted O'Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, has urged residents not to lose sight of the big picture. Mr O'Brien…
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Ted O’Brien Federal Member for Fairfax Sunshine Coast

CPTPP TRADE COMMITTEE HEARINGS BEGIN

DFAT to appear at first hearing for the Trans-Pacific Partnership inquiry The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade will appear at the opening public hearing today for an Australian parliamentary inquiry looking at the merits…
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Ted Obrien Fairfax member politician Sunshine coast

MEN’S SHEDS GRANTS AVAILABLE NOW

As part of Men’s Health Week, the Australian Government is encouraging Men’s Sheds across Fairfax to apply for funding as part of the newest round of the National Men’s Shed Development Programme. Read details HERE or submit…
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Ted Obrien Fairfax member politician Sunshine coast

TED O’BRIEN INSTRUMENTAL IN SECURING CONTRACTS INQUIRY

After receiving feedback from Sunshine Coast businesses in the construction industry about foreign multinational (‘tier one’) securing the lion's share of big government contracts, Ted O'Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, called for a parliamentary inquiry…
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TED O’BRIEN MP FEARS LABOR’S LEADERS ARE UNWITTINGLY WORKING FOR CHINA

Ted O'Brien MP says recent speeches by Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese and Shadow Foreign Affairs spokesperson Penny Wong shows they have fallen for a classic Communist ploy. They are spreading the message of the Chinese…
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Ted O’Brien Federal Member for Fairfax Sunshine Coast

TED O’BRIEN URGES BUSINESSES TO ‘GET REAL’ ON CHINA

In an address to the Australian Institute of International Affairs, Ted O'Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, warned that Australia needs to limit Beijing's ability to use liberal values 'against us'. Click HERE to read more.
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$500,000 FEDERAL FUNDING FOR THE LOCAL MUSIC SCENE HITS THE RIGHT NOTE

O’BRIEN HITS THE RIGHT NOTE WITH HALF A MILLION FOR LOCAL MUSIC Ted O’Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, has welcomed a boost to the live music scene on the Sunshine Coast, with half a…
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Ted O’Brien Federal Member for Fairfax Sunshine Coast

IT’S NEARLY SHOWTIME, AS THE SUNSHINE COAST SHOW RETURNS

It’s SHOW TIME! The Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show returns The Sunshine Coast Agricultural Society Show is back and $70,000 organised by Member of Fairfax, Ted O’Brien MP, has ensured the show will go on.  Last…
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NAMBOUR ON THE RIGHT TRACK FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE Officially opening the new Nambour Heritage Tramway Depot, Ted O’Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, said the project was a huge milestone in the reimagining of the historical town. “This project is a great example of what can be achieved when governments and the community have a dream and work together to achieve it,” Mr O’Brien said. “We’ve brought this attraction back to life and we look forward to seeing it trundling through Nambour for many years to come. “I can’t wait to get on board this piece of street theatre and travel along the beautiful streets of Nambour.” The terminus project, which includes an information centre, has been funded by the Federal Government, the Sunshine Coast Council, and the Nambour Tramway Company (TNT Co), with contributions from the local community including a generous donation from philanthropists Roy and Nola Thompson. Mr O’Brien secured half a million dollars of Federal funds, awarded through the National Stronger Regions Fund, to add to the $1.3 million raised by TNT Co and the $2.6 million contributed by the Sunshine Coast Council. Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson said council was pleased to help provide a rich historical experience in Nambour. “This heritage-listed tramline provides Nambour with a point of difference, it will help drive tourism and importantly support our local economy,” Mayor Jamieson said. “Nambour’s newest attraction is the result of many years of community effort to get the tramway on track. “It builds on council’s strong and continuing support for Nambour that will give a lot of confidence to local businesses and capitalise on the work done over many years to provide a vibrant and fulfilling future for Nambour and its community,” Mayor Jamieson said. Greg Rogerson, Chairman of the Nambour Tramway Company said, “I’m delighted to finally be able to host the Official Opening of the Terminus building and give people their first glimpse of the Tram design.” “Almost all the labour and materials for the terminus build were from Sunshine Coast businesses and now we are delighted to announce that the tram will also be built right here on the Sunshine Coast.” Until the battery-powered tram is built, the terminus will remain home to the 1968 Petrie Locomotive which was gifted to The Nambour Tramway Committee by Bundaberg Sugar in 2013, for locals and visitors to enjoy. The battery-powered tram will run between Nambour Mill Village Shopping Centre to the southern end of Quota Park between Repco and Aldi, and along Mill and Howard Streets. The tram and terminus are expected to be operational by the end of the year.

NAMBOUR HERITAGE TRAMWAY TERMINUS AND DEPOT OFFICIALLY OPEN

NAMBOUR ON THE RIGHT TRACK FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE Officially opening the new Nambour Heritage Tramway Depot, Ted O’Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, said the project was a huge milestone in the reimagining of…
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2021 FEDERAL BUDGET DELIVERS FOR THE SUNSHINE COAST

Ted O’Brien MP, the Federal Member for Fairfax, says Sunshine Coast families, businesses and our senior citizens are the winners from the 2021/22 Federal Budget. “This is a Budget to secure the economic future of…
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Ted O’Brien Federal Member for Fairfax Sunshine Coast budget 2021

BUDGET BOOST FOR SUNSHINE COAST ROAD AND RAIL PROJECTS

The Sunshine Coast will receive more than $170 million in the 2021/22 Federal Budget for much-needed transport projects, including the Mooloolah River Interchange and the Beerburrum to Nambour rail duplication. Read the Media Release HERE. Image:…
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