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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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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’S WINTER ROAD TRIP

Ted will be out and about next week during his Winter Road Trip during the week of 26 July. Come down and have a chat to Ted about any Federal issues. Monday 26 July, 8-9am…
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2020/21 FAIRFAX ANNUAL REPORT

I have great pleasure in presenting my 2020/21 Annual Report for Fairfax. It has been another challenging year, with ongoing uncertainty about what to expect during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the Federal Government has continued to show strong…
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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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$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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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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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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SUPPORTING FEMALE JOBSEEKERS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST

The Sunshine Coast will share in more than $150,000 to help women back into work, as part of the Federal Government's Local Recovery Fund. We're among the first 15 locations to receive funding under the Local Jobs…
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NBN UPGRADES FOR THE SUNSHINE COAST

Alexandra Headland, Buderim, Coolum Beach, Marcoola, Maroochydore, Molunt Coolum, Mountain Creek, Pacific Paradise, Twin Waters and Peregian Beach are set to get improved NBN services. Read details HERE.
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ANZAC DAY SERVICES 2021

The Queensland Government has lifted all restrictions on ANZAC Day services, with the advice that all commemorations should be planned for and undertaken in a COVID Safe way. For a full list of ANZAC Day events…
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PRINCE PHILIP ONLINE CONDOLENCE BOOK

For nearly 80 years, His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh served his Crown, his country and the Commonwealth. It was a life of duty, service, loyalty and honour. The Duke’s deep affection for Australia…
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MORE SUPPORT FOR TRAVEL AGENTS

The Federal Government is providing an additional $130 million to support travel agents. Applications for Round 2 of the Consumer Travel Support Program will open later this month to provide further support for eligible travel…
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2021 VOLUNTEER GRANTS

Expressions of Interest are now open for the 2021 Volunteer Grants. The Grants aim to support the efforts of our amazing local volunteers by providing small amounts of money that Not-For-Profit organisations and community groups can use to…
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KEEPING THE LIGHTS ON

Keeping the lights on: Committee to examine future energy generation and storageThe House of Representatives Standing Committee on the Environment and Energy today launched a new inquiry into dispatchable energy generation and storage capability in…
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Hinterland tourism to benefit from half-price flights

Excerpt from the Sunshine Valley Gazette THE Federal Government last week unveiled a $1.2 billion tourism rescue package to provide an estimated 800,000 half-price plane tickets for key areas, including the Sunshine Coast. The cheap…
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SUNSHINE COAST TOWNS AMONG FIRST TO GET COVID-19 VACCINE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLNWVROpsJ0 Ted O’Brien MP, Federal Member for Fairfax, has welcomed the news that two towns in his electorate, Buderim and Woombye, will be among the first to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. As part of the…
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SAFER ROAD CROSSING FOR COOLUM SCHOOL KIDS

Coolum State School kids crossing the busy Yandina-Coolum Road will be safer thanks to a Federal Government road safety funding commitment for a new pedestrian refuge. Federal Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien MP announced that…
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Nature Brings Nurture to St Andrews

From a little conversation, big things have grown at St Andrew’s Anglican College, who today opened a sensory garden thanks to a grant provided by Federal Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien. The idea for the…
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MEDICAL CANNABIS

Ted spoke about Queensland's medical cannabis industry capability with recent data showing Queensland leads the country in medical cannabis prescriptions. Click below for details.
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CCTV CAMERAS INSTALLED IN BRIGHTWATER

03/11/2020 - 16:11 Installation is underway on four permanent CCTV cameras in the Brightwater estate. Last month a funding agreement was finalised between the Brightwater Community Association and the Australian Government allowing installation to begin.…
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MEN’S SHED WEEK – MENS SHED ASSOCIATION’S PODCAST

We are blessed with many Men's (and one Women's) Sheds here on the Coast and I spoke to the Mens Shed Association's podcast host, Aaron Kearney about the Parliamentary Friends of Mens Sheds and Shed DGR…
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$12 BILLION BLACKHOLE IN QUEENSLAND’S INFRASTRUCTURE SPEND

Queensland risks becoming the rust belt of Australia An independent analysis by the Federal Parliamentary Budget Office has uncovered irrefutable evidence which proves that the Queensland Government is spending half as much on infrastructure compared…
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JOBKEEPER AND CORONAVIRUS SUPPLEMENT EXTENDED

The current level of JobKeeper and Coronavirus Supplement payments (including JobSeeker, Youth Allowance, Parenting Payment, Austudy, ABSTUDY Living Allowance, Farm Household Allowance, Special Benefit, Dept of Veterans' Affairs Education Schemes) will remain in place until…
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SUNSHINE COAST JOBS FORUMS

Fri, 18/09/2020 - 16:16 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_IhVugpFQ8&feature=emb_logo Together with my state colleagues, Fiona Simpson MP, State Member for Maroochydore; Dan Purdie, State Member for Ninderry; Brent Mickelberg, State Member for Buderim; and Marty Hunt, State Member for…
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Jobs Forums – have your say

Together with my State colleagues, I will be hosting three Jobs Forums across the Sunshine Coast to discuss rebuilding our local economy and creating jobs. We want to hear from local businesses, recruiters and job…
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Ted’s Spring Road Trip

Ted will be out and about across the Sunshine Coast for his Spring Road Trip from 14-17 September. Both the State and Federal Governments will be represented at each location, with Ted being accompanied by…
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FEDERAL GRANT HELPS BUDERIM LIONS BLOOM

The Lions Club of Buderim has been nurturing the idea of a garden, focused on biodiversity and embracing all walks of life.  Now it has come into being, helped by the Federal Government’s Communities Environment…
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