MAJOR BRUCE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION MILESTONES ON SUNSHINE COAST
Significant progress is being made on the Bruce Highway Upgrade – Maroochydore Road and Mons Road Interchanges. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said this project is another…
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Delivering on Local Projects
While Australia faces no shortage of challenges today, I want to assure the people of the Sunshine Coast that the Federal Government is not taking the eye off the ball when it comes to progressing…
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Support for Queensland businesses
$600 MILLION PACKAGE TO HELP QUEENSLAND BUSINESSES The Commonwealth and Queensland Governments have reached a 50/50 funding agreement that will see the value of the Queensland COVID-19 Business Support Grants rise from $260 million to…
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The Unsung Heroes of COVID-19
I addressed Parliament to pay tribute to the unsung heroes of this Pandemic, our community groups. The importance of a strong civil society cannot be understated during these difficult times..
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Local Company Secures Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade Contract
Sunshine Coast company Hall Contracting has been awarded the early works construction contract for thejointly funded Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (B2N), unlocking the first of 333 overall jobs expectedto be created by the project.…
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Ted O’Brien MP praises our Olympians for their outstanding Tokyo efforts
The world is in a pretty dark place right now, and millions of Australians are in lockdown. But there's been a big shining light over the last couple of weeks and that's been in the…
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Environment and Energy Committee Bill
As Chair of the Environment and Energy Committee it was my responsibility to present the advisory report on the Climate Change (National Framework for Adaptation and Mitigation) Bill 2020 and Climate Change (National Framework for…
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LOCKDOWN SUPPORT FOR THE SUNSHINE COAST
INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT The Federal Government have immediately enacted the COVID-19 Disaster Payment for all effected workers. This is a lump sum payment to help workers unable to earn income due to a COVID-19 state public…
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WE DID IT!
South East Queensland will host the 2032 Games, after our bid was accepted by the International Olympic Committee. It was a long and at times difficult process, but all of that is behind us, and…
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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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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST CITIZENS!
On 14 July 2021, I had the great pleasure of congratulating 57 of our newest Australian citizens from 21 different backgrounds. I say to our brand new bonafide Aussies, ‘ congratulations and welcome to the greatest country…
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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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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 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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AGE PENSION GUIDE 2021
Got a question about the Age Pension? The updated 2021 Age Pension Guide has just been released. Click on the link to read or download your copy: https://bit.ly/AgePensionGuide
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THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT SUPPORTING HARDWORKING BUSINESSES
Australian businesses are working hard to research and commercialise new ideas. That's why the Federal Government is supporting those efforts, through collaboration with the CSIRO, tax breaks and grants. Coolum dairy company Naturo, in my…
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ENERGY COMMITTEE TO INQUIRE INTO AUSTRALIAN LOCAL POWER AGENCY BILLS
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on the Environment and Energy has called for submissions for an inquiry into two Bills to establish an Australian Local Power Agency (ALPA). Chair of the Committee, Mr Ted O’Brien…
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TRADE COMMITTEE HEARS FROM GRAIN GROWERS AND WINE MAKERS
The Department of Agriculture, along with GrainGrowers and Wine Australia, will appear at a public hearing today for an Australian parliamentary inquiry looking at the merits of expanding the membership of the Comprehensive and Progressive…
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TAX RELIEF FOR SMALL BREWERS AND DISTILLERS
The Sunshine Coast is lucky to have almost 30 craft brewers and boutique distilleries, creating delicious drinks and local jobs. The Federal Government has given this important sector a welcome boost with additional tax relief.DOWNLOAD…
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TED O’BRIEN MP DELIVERS TAX BREAKS FOR SMALL BREWERS AND DISTILLERS
Following representations by Ted O'Brien MP, Member for Fairfax, on behalf of craft brewers and small distillers from the Sunshine Coast, the Federal Government has announced tax breaks for the sector. From July 1, small…
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THE 2032 OLYMPIC BID DECISION IS ALMOST UPON US
The IOC will announce on 21 July if South East Queensland's bid to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games has been successful.DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT
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THE TRANSPORT DEBATE NEEDS TO FOCUS ON BETTER AND FASTER RAIL
As the Sunshine Coast debates the options for mass transit, Ted O'Brien MP says let's not neglect the need for better and faster rail services to and from Brisbane.
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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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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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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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QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS 2021
Four magnificent Sunshine Coast residents were recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours list.
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HOTEL ENERGY UPLIFT GRANTS BOOST LOCAL BUSINESSES
Two Sunshine Coast accommodation providers have received a welcome boost from the Federal Government. The businesses at Coolum Beach and Maroochydore are among 440 across Australia to benefit under the Hotel Energy Uplift program. Eligible…
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2032 OLYMPIC GAMES BID PASSES ANOTHER TEST
The IOC Executive Board has recommended that the bib by South East Queensland to host the 2032 Olympic Games and Paralympics to to a final vote of its members at the IOC Session in Japan…
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