The Morrison Government has launched a new education campaign targeted at parents of young children to help boost low vaccination rates. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said although almost 95 percent of five-year-old children were vaccinated in Australia, there were areas where the immunisation rate was too low. “The ‘Get the Facts about…
The Australian Academy of Martial Arts (AAMA) officially opened their new training facility doors to showcase the new and improved dojo. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said he was so pleased to be able to support this much deserved upgrade with $185,000 Morrison Government grant to enhance the club’s training facility. “Through the…
The Morrison Government has invested $20 million as part of round 8 of the Cooperative Research Centres Project (CRC-Ps) to help businesses reduce their plastic waste, boost recycling initiatives and build a sustainable environment through job creating projects. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said these projects are driving Australia’s waste-recycling industry forward. “There…
Construction has started on Bayside United Football Club’s new female amenities, referee facilities and parent’s room thanks to the Morrison Government’s Community Development Grant. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said he was proud to deliver the $580,000 in Federal funding to greatly benefit women in sport in his electorate. “This development tells the…
A dedicated mental health hotline and email service has been established to support international students impacted by Coronavirus. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said the call centre would provide support for students with loved ones back home and more information about the virus. “Our message to students is that you’re not alone and…
Parents are being reminded to double check their child’s immunisation schedule is up-to-date as the school year commences for 2020. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said it was easy for parents to forget in the chaos of the New Year but it was important to protect their children. “Many childcare providers and schools…
The turn-up-and-go Brisbane Metro public transport system has notched up another milestone with early works starting in South Brisbane. Minister for Population, Cities and Urban Infrastructure Alan Tudge said the Brisbane Metro would get commuters home considerably quicker, with frequent peak hour services to be provided once the project is completed. “New high-frequency services will…
The proportion of working-age Australians receiving welfare benefits has fallen to its lowest level in more than 30 years. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said the Department of Social Services analysis of recently released Australian Bureau of Statistics population data showed 13.5 per cent of the working-age population was receiving working‑age income support payments at…
Registrations are closing soon for an Australia-wide roadshow to give local businesses the opportunity to be part of the Army’s biggest project – LAND 400. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said the LAND 400 Phase 3 Mounted Close Combat Capabilities Roadshow was coming to Brisbane and would be a great opportunity for local…
February 11 is Safer Internet Day and to mark the occasion, Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP is hosting a Safer Internet Forum for Seniors to help educate older Australians on safely using the internet and avoiding scams. Mr Vasta said the forum would empower older residents in his electorate to feel confident when…