As Anzac Day approaches, we stand together and remember all those Australians who fought and gave their lives on behalf of an eternally grateful nation. As we remember those of wars past, we should also take a moment to spare a thought for those Australian soldiers, sailors, airmen and airwomen who are currently serving abroad.…
In Federal Parliament today, Ross Vasta, Federal Member for Bonner praised the actions of Craig Bowen and Steve Creevey who have both been awarded a commendation from the Federal Government’s Bravery Awards Department. In the announcement gazetted officially today, the two men from the Manly chapter of the Brisbane Coast Guard will receive a Commendation…
Ross Vasta has welcomed the release of the Productivity Commission’s Draft Report on Disability Care and Support. “The release of the Productivity Commission’s Draft Report is an important step towards providing a better deal for people with disability and their carers in Bonner,” Mr Vasta said. “The current system of support for people with disability…
Julia Gillard and Bob Brown and their Labor-Green alliance have launched a full-scale assault on Australian families and their household budgets. “The new carbon tax will hit household budgets and hurt families,” said Ross Vasta, Federal Member for Bonner. Just prior to the 2010 election, Ms Gillard told Australians “there will be no carbon tax…
In a speech before parliament this week, Ross Vasta, Federal Member for Bonner, joined the chorus of voices calling on the Prime Minister to provide assurances about what is considering to constitute “essential Public infrastructure” under the National Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements. “I join the Lord Mayor of Brisbane in urging the Federal Government…
Ross Vasta, Federal Member for Bonner, today announced that he would be hosting a Disability forum together with the Shadow Minister for Disabilities, Carers & the Voluntary Sector, Senator Mitch Fifield, on the 9th of March. The purpose of the Disability Roundtable will be to provide a forum for people with disabilities to exchange information,…
Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta, today extended his sincere thanks to all members of the local community who so generously donated goods for inclusion in special Flood Care Packages. Mr Vasta said his office had been overwhelmed by the community’s generosity in responding to the call for donations of hygiene products and other…
Local Federal MP for Bonner, Ross Vasta, said the Coalition has listened to the local business community and acted to end the needless and pointless red tape and compliance burden imposed on employers under the Gillard Labor government’s paid parental leave scheme. The Coalition introduced a Private Members’ Bill to have Centrelink’s Family Assistance Office…
In an impassioned first speech to 43rd Federal Parliament, the newly re-elected member for Bonner said it was a humbling experience to return to parliament after a 3 year hiatus. “I am honoured to once again be representing the people of Bonner, and I thank them most sincerely for the faith they have shown me…