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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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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2021 SUNSHINE COAST AGRICULTURAL SHOW IS GO!
The show is go. I'm referring of course to the Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show, which is all go this year. From Friday 11 to Sunday 13 June the Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show is back and it will…
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TED O’BRIEN WELCOMES AGED CARE REFORM
I wish to give credit to the residents of the Sunshine Coast, especially older residents, for the role they have played in what has turned out to be a multiyear process that has brought us…
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LOVE IS THE ULTIMATE COVID-19 SACRIFICE
Love: it's not a topic we frequently talk about in this place—and I'm not thinking about the deep affection that those opposite feel towards me and my colleagues, but rather the love that has been…
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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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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 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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TED EXPLAINS TO SKY NEWS WHY AUSTRALIA NEEDS TO COUNTER CHINA’S TRADE TACTICS
Ted appeared on Sky News 'Kenny Report' to discuss with host Chris Kenny about how China is using trade as a tool against other countries. He's urging Australia to work with other like-minded nations to…
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TED EXPLAINS WHY WE NEED TO BE WARY OF CHINA’S ‘WEAPONISED ECONOMICS’
In my opinion piece for the Australian Financial Review (Tuesday, 4 May 2021) I explain how China uses economic coercion in the way empires of old used war. To counter this we need collective pushback.…
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ADDITIONAL $14 MILLION FOR BUSHFIRE RECOVERY
South East Queensland is one of seven regions to benefit from a new $14 million bushfire recovery fund. The money is for areas severely impacted by the Black Summer bushfires, to deliver on ground activities…
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OLYMPIC BID CLEARS MAJOR HURDLE
The Prime Minister's pledge to fund 50% of critical infrastructure for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games in South East Queensland is great news. What's even better is the establishment of an independent body to review…
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CONSULTATION OPEN FOR ROYAL COMMISSION
CONSULTATION OPEN FOR DEFENCE AND VETERAN SUICIDE ROYAL COMMISSION Veterans and their families, ex-service organisations, states and territories, peak bodies and other interested stakeholders are being encouraged to provide their input for the Terms of…
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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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POWERING COMMUNITIES PROGRAM
Does a community organisation you’re involved with need support in reducing their energy costs? The Australian Government's Powering Communities Program will provide eligible community organisation's with the opportunity to receive between $5,000 - $12,000 in…
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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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DEAL SEALED: TED DELIVERS FOR LONG-SUFFERING YANDINA CREEK RESIDENT
Yandina Creek resident Angelo Reitano was all smiles when I delivered the news that the Federal Government will provide $3.2 million towards sealing the road outside his house. Angelo had been campaigning for 30 years…
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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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TED’S AUTUMN ROAD TRIP
Ted will be out and about across the electorate during his 2021 Autumn Road Trip. Come down and have a chat to Ted or a member of staff at one of the following locations between…
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