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INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN BONNER SECURE A STRONGER FUTURE FOR AUSTRALIA

Bonner is getting a boost from the Commonwealth Government’s record $50 billion investment in road and transport infrastructure.

The Budget is the next step in the Government’s responsible, long-term economic plan to build a strong, safe and prosperous future for all Australians.

Through our nationwide infrastructure programme, the Government is creating thousands of jobs, reducing travel times and boosting economic growth nationwide.

This means that overall the Commonwealth’s investment in Queensland’s infrastructure will be $13.4 billion including $1.6 billion in 2015-16.

Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta MP said that the funding would support much needed infrastructure projects throughout the electorate.

“These projects will create job opportunities, boost our local economy and make our roads safer for motorists and other road users,” Mr Vasta said.

Mr Vasta said that the following projects in the Bonner electorate would receive a portion of the Government’s 2015-16 Budget funding including:

Black Spot Programme

  • Gaza Road Messines Ridge Road, Holland Park West – $1,025,000

  • Messines Ridge Road South East Arterial Road Ramp, Holland Park West – $678,000

Roads to Recovery

  • Brisbane City Council – up to $16.17 million

The Government also recommitted its support for $70 million funding for the Gateway Motorway South (Mt Gravatt-Capalaba Road to the Pacific Motorway) project.

“This is more good news for Bonner,” Mr Vasta said.

The Government is building the world-class infrastructure that our community needs. These projects will deliver a modern transport network locally and unlock the economic capacity of Bonner.”

The infrastructure package contained in the Budget is about driving economic productivity, growth and jobs for a stronger future for Australia.

Further information can be found at http://investment.infrastructure.gov.au/projects/.

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SPORTING SCHOOLS OPEN NOW TO BONNER SCHOOLS AND CLUBS

Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta, is urging all local primary schools, clubs and coaches in Bonner to sign up to Sporting Schools, the Abbott Government’s new initiative to get more kids active and healthy.

Mr Vasta said the Abbott Government is tackling the activity levels and the health of children across the country with its before, during and after school hours Sporting Schools programme to be rolled out in July.

He said ambassadors Adam Gilchrist and Michael O’Loughlin had this week taken to radio airwaves across the country to encourage schools, clubs and coaches to register.

“Registering as a school or coach is easy via the Sporting School’s website and once completed, schools and coaches can access online resources and materials to deliver tailored sport programmes,” Mr Vasta said.

“The $100 million Sporting Schools programme will become Australia’s largest school-based participation program reaching over 850,000 children in primary schools nation-wide.”

“By using the windows of opportunity we have, before, during and after school, we are making the most of schools, resources and the time available to get primary school children outdoors, playing sport and having fun developing social skills and improving their health.”

“Registrations should be done now if schools or coaches want to kick start their sporting programme for term three this year.”

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MOTHER’S DAY IN THE PARK AT MANLY!

A Free Community Event presented by the Manly Harbour Village Chamber of Commerce and the Bayside PCYC.

SUNDAY 10 MAY 2015, 9.00 am to 3.00 pm in LITTLE BAYSIDE PARK, MANLY (intersection of Cambridge Parade and Esplanade).

PERFORMANCES by local school bands and solo artists and featuring the South Brisbane Federal Band at 11.00 am courtesy of the BCC..

MANLY CREATIVE MARKETS from 8.00 an to 3.00 pm. Children's rides and amusements.

FOOD available from Manly Harbour Village cafes & restaurants and Manly Creative Market.

Bring MUM, a folding chair or picnic rug and relax and enjoy a great day's entertainment!

For further details, including program, visit www.manlyharbourvillage.com or

call Wynnum Manly Tourism and Visitor  Information Centre on (07) 3348 3524.

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$246 MILLION NANNY PILOT PROGRAMME TO SUPPORT BONNER FAMILIES

The Abbott Government is establishing a new $246 million pilot programme to extend subsidy support to nanny home care services to help support families who struggle to access affordable child care services when working, studying or looking for work.

Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta, said subsidised care will be provided to about 10,000 children through this pilot programme across Australia, especially in middle to low income families.

“This two year Interim Home Based Carer Subsidy Programme represents the first major tranche of the government’s new child care package, which will ensure our child care system is more accessible, flexible and affordable and better meets the needs of modern families to be in work,” Mr Vasta said.

“The Abbott Government understands many families in work and wanting to work find it difficult to access mainstream child care services. Key workers in Bonner such as nurses, police and ambulance officers, firefighters, and other shift workers, are too often unable to access child care or take advantage of government support due to the nature and hours of their work.”

“The same often applies for families who have children with special needs, for whom mainstream child care services are often inaccessible, lack the necessary flexibility, or do not cater for their specific needs.”

“The two year pilot programme, commencing in January 2016, will determine whether a sustainable programme can affordably be put in place for in-home care nanny services, including integrity measures.”

“The government will be working with employee organisations such as police associations, and other key stakeholders to both establish the programme and identify participants.”

“Government assistance will be provided to parents through an hourly subsidy to be paid per child towards the cost of using a nanny. The subsidy will be paid directly to services and will be adjusted according to family income, consistent with the broader child care subsidy model soon to be announced,” Mr Vasta said.

“The Productivity Commission Report into Childcare and Early Childhood Learning recommended nannies be an eligible service for government assistance to families. This has been reinforced to the government through our targeted consultation process.”

“A major focus of the pilot programme will be on services in rural and regional areas.”

“Nannies are not meant to replace mainstream child care services, however families need to be able to choose the care type that suits them best, including using nannies in addition to other forms of child care.

“Bonner families with young children will receive more support to help them get work and stay in work as further initiatives under the Abbott Government’s families package are released in the coming weeks,” Mr Vasta said.

More information about the Interim Home Based Carer Subsidy Programme will be available on the Department of Social Services website at www.dss.gov.au.

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Wynnum Community Meal

Please see the flyer above for all the information about the next community meal being held at Hemmant Flexible Learning Centre.

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Mothers Day Flower Stall

Parents of Carina State School are coming together for the 23rd year to create the Annual Mothers Day Flower Stall.  

So from 3.30pm Friday 8th May till 10am Sunday 10th May the Flower Stall will be on in the parent carpark, corner Creek Road and Cuthred St.

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ENGAGING BONNER’S SENIORS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

Seniors in the Bonner electorate will continue to have free access to computers and internet training to ensure they are not left behind in the digital age, thanks to a $1.3 million Abbott Government investment.

The Abbott Government has invested $1.3 million to assist more than 97,000 older Australians to continue building their digital skills under the Broadband for Seniors programme.

The Assistant Minister for Social Services, Mitch Fifield, made the announcement in Carindale on Wednesday at local aged care facility Carindale Brook, where he was hosted by Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta MP.

Mr Vasta said that older people in Bonner would be able to learn important online skills including how to send emails, be cyber safe and use social media to stay in touch with friends and family.

“Everyone should have the opportunity to build confidence and skills using the computer and the internet,” Mr Vasta said.

 

“This funding demonstrates the Government’s commitment to ensuring older people in Bonner don’t get left behind in the digital age.”

Mr Vasta said there were around 1600 Broadband for Seniors kiosks across Australia, set up in facilities such as community centres, libraries, clubs and aged care homes.

“Volunteer tutors provide one-on-one or small group training covering topics such as how to send emails, be cyber safe and use social media in a supportive and welcoming environment,” Mr Vasta said.

“Broadband for Seniors provides support to help older Australians feel confident using technology.”


Broadband for Seniors kiosks in Bonner will continue to have access to training tools and resources to support their volunteer tutors to provide one-on-one or small group training for seniors.

There are Broadband for Seniors kiosks in the following locations:

  • Carindale Brook

  • Garden City Retirement Home

  • Manly Gardens

  • Mt Gravatt Community Centre Inc.

  • Queensland Rehabilitation Services Pty Ltd, Carindale Court

  • Wynnum and Districts Chamber of Commerce Inc.

 

For more information about the Broadband for Seniors programme visit www.necseniors.net.au.

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GREEN ARMY MAKES A DIFFERENCE IN BONNER

Young people involved in Green Army teams in Bonner are seeing the results of their hard work come to fruition after completing their on-ground projects.

“Minnippi Parklands, Wynnum North and Mansfield have seen significant benefits from this project through each team’s work restoring local habitat and undertaking activities including brush cutting, weed control and seed planting,” Mr Vasta said.

“During the past six months, Green Army participants have made a significant contribution and through their dedication and teamwork, we can see firsthand the tangible results of their activities.”

“These participants have not only generated real environment and conservation benefits for our community, but they have gained valuable practical training and experience to help them prepare for the workforce, pursue further training or improve their career opportunities.”

As the Green Army grows, so too, do the opportunities for young people around Australia to get involved.

“I encourage all those interested in helping their environment and gaining new skills and training to seek out Green Army opportunities in their region,” Mr Vasta said.

Further opportunities to join a Green Army project can be found online at www.environment.gov.au/green-army.

The Green Army is a key Government commitment with $525 million budgeted over four years.

The Programme encourages practical, hands on action to support local environment and conservation projects across Australia, providing training to 15,000 young Australians by 2018.

Further information on the Green Army is available at www.environment.gov.au/green-army.

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Window on the World Festival 2015

Manly West State School and P&C invites you to our Window On the World Festival on Saturday August 15th 2015, 10:00am – 3:00pm. 


Fun Fair Rides, Side Show Alley, Major Raffle (1st prize – $1000 cash), Art Gallery, Sports Zone, fantastic free entertainment, International food, Japanese Tea Garden, lots of stalls, community group displays and fun for everyone.

Grab yourself something to eat and drink, be entertained, and relax with our stunning view of Moreton Bay – it's our very own Window On the World.” 

Manly West State School would love to hear from companies or organisations that are able to donate items or funds for this special event. For more information please visit the sponsor page of our website (www.mwssfete.com.au) or contact Rosie O'Toole at pandcsecretary@manlywestss.eq.edu.au

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WOWFestival2015 Manly West State School, 226 Manly Road, Manly West, QLD 4179

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