Business survey results and call to reopen the QLD border
Fri, 12/06/2020 - 13:41 According to the Grattan Institute, the Sunshine Coast has lost more jobs as a result of COVID-19 than any other region in Queensland. Unfortunately, the sectors that are the strong suit…
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BUSINESS SURVEY RESULTS AND CALL TO REOPEN THE QLD BORDER
Fri, 12/06/2020 - 13:41 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvlPfXbw-LI&feature=emb_logo According to the Grattan Institute, the Sunshine Coast has lost more jobs as a result of COVID-19 than any other region in Queensland. Unfortunately, the sectors that are the strong…
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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 Grants
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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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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Maroochydore and Mons Rd Interchanges
A flyover perspective of the new $301.25 million upgrade to the Mons Rd and Maroochydore Rds Interchanges which commenced construction in June 2020.
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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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OpEd – Benefits of Nuclear Power are Becoming Obvious
This opinion piece was published in The Australian on 26 May 2020.
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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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HARNESSING NEW TECHNOLOGY TO SUPPORT REGIONAL COMMUNITIES AND LOWER EMISSIONS
Federal Member for Fairfax and Chair of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on the Environment and Energy has welcomed this morning’s release of the Liberal National Government’s Technology Investment Roadmap. The discussion paper focuses…
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Future mix of the energy sector
Despite the almighty challenges that our nation faces, there also does lie an opportunity, an opportunity for us to rebuild an even stronger and more resilient economy than what we previously had. This is going…
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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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JobKeeper – support for businesses and individuals
COVID-19 is affecting us all. Many Sunshine Coast locals have lost their job, through no fault of their own. They’re our neighbours, our family, our mates, our former colleagues … and, right now, they’re needing a…
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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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COVIDSafe App
The COVIDSafe app is part of our work to slow the spread of COVID-19. Having confidence we can find and contain outbreaks quickly will mean governments can ease restrictions while still keeping Australians safe. The new…
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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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Supporting business through the COVID-19 crisis
COVID-19 is affecting us all. Many local businesses are struggling to survive, through no fault of their own. They’re our local café, our favourite restaurant, our neighbour’s new start-up and, right now, they need help…
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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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COVIDSafe App
The COVIDSafe app is part of our work to slow the spread of COVID-19. Having confidence we can find and contain outbreaks quickly will mean governments can ease restrictions while still keeping Australians safe. The new…
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Anzac Day 2020
There won’t be public marches or ceremonies to commemorate ANZAC Day this year and this will be tough for many people … but we’re all being asked to stay at home so we can save…
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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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Higher Education Relief Package
The Federal Government’s Higher Education Relief Package will support workers displaced by the COVID-19 crisis who are looking to upskill or retrain, and help universities and other higher education providers to continue teaching. Australia’s universities…
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Happy Easter 2020
I just wanted to take the time to wish everyone a safe and happy Easter. Usually that would mean taking care on a long driving holiday or not making yourself sick on chocolate, but this year…
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JobKeeper – Your Questions Answered
**JOBKEEPER – Your Questions Answered** The Australian Government’s $130 billion JobKeeper wage subsidy scheme is now available for eligible businesses and employees. This video answers the most commonly asked questions.
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