The Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta is calling on all local sport and physical activity providers to apply for funding for a national $28.9million program aimed at encouraging Australians to get more active. The Liberal Nationals Sport Participation Grants program was launched today by Federal Sports Minister Bridget McKenzie, enabling sporting organisations, sporting organisations…
DetailsThe Liberal National Government is giving Aussie small businesses the opportunity to be part of a nationwide mentoring program to transform and grow their business through improving digital capabilities. Minister for Small and Family Business, Skills and Vocational Education, Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash, said the Government’s Small Business Digital Champions Project, will create relatable,…
DetailsBonner locals who are planning to study or start an Australian Apprenticeship in 2019 should plan ahead and lodge their claim for Youth Allowance or Austudy now. Youth Allowance is designed to provide financial assistance for eligible school leavers who wish to complete further study or training, while Austudy is available to eligible students and…
DetailsSenior Australians living in Bonner will receive more support, thanks to a half-billion dollar aged care funding boost by the Liberal National Government, including the release of 10,000 high-level home care packages within weeks. “Our Government will also ease the cost of living for local seniors receiving home care, by reducing the daily maximum fees payable by up to…
DetailsFamilies in Bonner will have greater access to sporting facilities thanks to an announcement made today by Federal MP Ross Vasta and the Minister for Health Greg Hunt. Mr Vasta was joined by the Minister today to officially award Carindale Cougars and the Belmont State School with $98,151 that he secured for the local families,…
DetailsThis week’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook confirms the strength of the Australian economy and that the budget will return to surplus. Returning the budget to surplus is part of the Liberal National Government’s plan to keep the economy strong and guarantee the essential services people in Bonner rely on. Federal Member for Bonner Ross…
DetailsThe Liberal National Government will support our older Australians and our ageing population in Bonner with a $185 million medical research package focused on ageing, aged care and dementia. Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta said the 10-year Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission will be funded through the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) and its…
DetailsBonner students and locals will benefit from greater access to environmental education thanks to a grant received from Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta. Mr Vasta advocated and secured $2,800 for the Bulimba Creek Catchment Group as part of the Federal Government’s $22.5 million Stronger Communities Programme. Mr Vasta said this funding will enable the…
DetailsThe new Australian Aid: Friendship Grants program is bringing a new and diverse group of community partners from across Australia into the aid program, strengthening connections between Australian communities and communities in the Indo-Pacific. It is in Australia’s interests to support economic growth and stability in the Indo-Pacific through our development assistance. Strong relationships between…
DetailsIn a win for Bonner, the first two F-35A Joint Strike Fighters to be based permanently in Australia have arrived at RAAF Base Williamtown. Member for Bonner Ross Vasta said the project has created significant opportunities for local businesses to get involved in a global supply chain. “Businesses such as Ferra Engineering are already benefiting…
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