FEDERAL FUNDING FLOWS FOR WILDLIFE HQ
Financial support from the Federal Government is now flowing to Wildlife HQ to help cover the operational costs of caring for their animals and as we head into the school holidays, support from the community…
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EXTENDING THE INSTANT ASSET WRITE-OFF
The Morrison Government continues to back small business with the announcement that it will extend the $150,000 instant asset write-off for six months to 31 December 2020. Sunshine Coast businesses with annual turnover of less…
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$60k to create ‘Brand Nambour’
Reimagine Nambour can tick off one of its priority wish list items with $60,000 in funding to create ‘Brand Nambour’ and drive the towns transition to a new economy. The funding comes with this afternoon’s…
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Business support
My office is receiving many enquiries from businesses across the electorate seeking assistance. I have put together the below one-page information sheets to keep business owners and operators up to date on measures and supports available…
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HomeBuilder Scheme – facts and information
Supporting our construction industry as we recover from the COVID-19 economic downturn is key to under-pinning the Sunshine Coast economy. The $25,000 HomeBuilder Grants announced today by the Morrison Government will help families and first…
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MOTORISTS GET SNEAK PREVIEW OF NEXT MAJOR SUNSHINE COAST ROAD UPGRADE
Motorists have received a preview of the next major Sunshine Coast upgrade on the Bruce Highway at Forest Glen, with animated concepts released this week showing how the upgraded highway interchanges at Maroochydore Road and…
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Three step framework to a COVID safe Australia
National Cabinet's 3 Step Framework: Queensland's 3 step framework (as updated 17/6/20): Frequently Asked Questions for going out: Frequently Asked Questions about business and activities:
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$9.6M BOOST FOR SUNSHINE COAST COUNCIL
Sunshine Coast Council is set to receive $3.65 million in new funding, plus get early access to a further $6 million, as part of the Federal Government’s $1.8 billion boost for local road and community projects.…
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THE SHOW MUST GO ON FOR ALL ABILITIES
The Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show might not be able to proceed this year but the local Show Society is focused on the future and determined to make next year’s show bigger, better and importantly, more…
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COVID-19: Resumption of elite and community sport
The National Cabinet has endorsed measures for the resumption of sport and recreation activities across Australia, including on the Sunshine Coast. Federal Member for Fairfax, Ted O’Brien MP said a set of National Principles…
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CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY RELIEF FUNDING TO HELP SUNSHINE COAST
Half a million dollars in additional Emergency Relief funding is being allocated to the Sunshine Coast to support families suffering economic hardship as the Coronavirus crisis continues to bite. Local MPs Ted O’Brien and Andrew…
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Frontline crisis support
It is important during these uncertain times everybody is aware that help remains available. These services play a vital role in supporting our community. The Morrison Government has developed a flyer with contact numbers and…
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$1.8M IN GRANTS A SWEET TREAT FOR LOCAL MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY
Four local companies hailing from Coolum, Kunda Park, Buderim and Yandina will share in more than $1.8 million worth of Federal Government support to help modernise their manufacturing businesses and create jobs in our region…
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Anzac day 2020 – Thank you for your service flag
2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the second world war. Although all marches and ceremonies have been cancelled this year, we can still commemorate this occasion at home. Staying at home is…
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Fairfax Newsletter – April 2020
My quarterly Newsletter is being delivered to all Fairfax mailboxes from 15 April 2020, and includes an insert for commemorating Anzac Day. 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the second world war. Although…
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Coronavirus – neighbour letterbox slip
Social isolation can be a serious issue for our elderly and vulnerable members of our community at the best of times, let alone during the current coronavirus pandemic - self-isolation, quarantine and social distancing. If…
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Economic stimulus to support the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast businesses and residents will be supported as part of the Morrison Government’s multi-billion dollar economic plan to keep people in jobs, keep businesses going and households supported as the challenges posed by the…
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BLACK SPOT PROGRAM FUNDS TO SAVE LIVES IN FAIRFAX
Residents in Fairfax received a major road safety boost today with the Federal Government announcing an investment of more than $680,000 toward two local projects under the 2020-21 Black Spot Program. Federal Member for Fairfax…
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Eleven local schools share in $200,000 worth of projects
Learning will take a leap forward this year for Nambour Special School students who will be able to jump, climb, roll and fall in their specially equipped soft play “engine room”. Member for Fairfax Ted…
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MORE BUSHFIRE FUNDING FOR SUNSHINE COAST
Sunshine Coast Council will receive further bushfire recovery funding from a $17million fund through the Federal Government’s new National Bushfire Recovery Agency. Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien said the latest round of funding was to…
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LAST CALL FOR Sunshine Coast businesses to register for LAND 400 Roadshow
MEDIA RELEASE LAST CALL FOR Sunshine Coast businesses to register for LAND 400 Roadshow 06 February 2020 Registrations are closing soon for an Australia-wide roadshow which will visit the Sunshine Coast to give local businesses…
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Ted’s vow to find out why no action taken
This article appeared in The Sunshine Coast Daily on 1 February 2020.
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$150,000 FOR LOCAL GRASSROOTS COMMUNITY GROUPS
Reaching for new heights is going to be a little safer and a lot more independent with the Apex Camp at Mudjimba set to receive $10,000 to upgrade its belay devices used in abseiling and…
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150 Homes to help displaced animals
This article appeared in the Sunshine Coast Daily online edition on 8 January 2020.
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Volunteer grants – Expressions of Interest
Volunteer Grants aim to support the efforts of Australia’s volunteers. The grants provide small amounts of money that organisations and community groups can use to help their volunteers. The grants form part of the Government’s…
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Federal funding now available for Sunshine Coast community projects
The Sunshine Coast Council region has been recognised by the Queensland Government as being impacted by drought. Local community groups can now apply for the latest round of the Morrison Government’s Building Better Regions Funding. …
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SEQ 2032 Olympic Bid – Now let’s get on with it
Federal Minister for Sport Richard Colbeck and the Prime Minister’s representative for a 2032 Olympic Games Ted O’Brien are delighted the Queensland Government is finally locked-in to bid for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. “This is…
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Maroochydore surf club members receive National Rescue Medal
Beach safety was the topic of discussion at the Prime Minister’s sausage sizzle at Parliament House, attended by surf lifesavers and members of parliament yesterday. Marking the start of summer, the Prime Minister acknowledged Surf…
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New Aged Care package delivers for Fairfax seniors
The Morrison Government is delivering for senior Australians through a $537 million funding investment, responding to the three priority areas identified in the Aged Care Royal Commission Interim Report. Member for Fairfax Ted O’Brien welcomed…
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