This Friday marks the 102nd anniversary of International Women’s Day. “IWD is celebrated globally every year on 8 March, and recognises the economic and social achievements of women past and present and looking to the future to see where progress can still be made”, Ross Vasta said today. “We are fortunate in Australia to have…
DetailsThe latest decision of the Gillard Government to increase private health insurance premiums by 5.6% will drive even more people out of private health insurance says Ross Vasta, Member for Bonner. “Every year under the Rudd/Gillard Government, Australian families have experienced private health insurance increases above the CPI”, said Ross Vasta. “Julia Gillard…
DetailsThe recent natural disasters in our great state have once again tested us and I understand that some residents are still experiencing the effects of the Australia Day Weekend storms. I encourage you to contact my Office if you are in need of assistance. The Bonner electorate banded together in the floods of 2011 to help those out…
DetailsA combination of extremely heavy rain, high winds and creek flooding have already caused major damage across our city and we’re expecting more flooding to come over the coming days.While Brisbane River flood levels are expected to be lower than January 2011 (2.6m in the CBD compared to 4.45m in 2011), there is no doubt…
DetailsRoss Vasta, Member for Bonner said the release of the Coalition’s plan for Australia would be welcomed throughout Bonner. “Our Plan – Real Solutions for all Australians” was released by the Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott on Sunday and explains the direction, values and policy priorities of the next Coalition Government. “Every day between now and…
DetailsRoss Vasta, Member for Bonner said Australia Day is a day to count our blessings and to reflect on our achievements as a nation. “I love Australia Day. The citizenship ceremonies, community celebrations and backyard BBQs make it one of the best days of the year”, said Ross Vasta “It’s a day when…
DetailsThe Christmas period is when most of us get to spend that little bit of extra time with our families and loved ones and to catch up with old friends. It is also a time to reflect on those who won’t be able to spend Christmas with their families and friends, such as the thousands…
DetailsRoss Vasta has today welcomed the start of Carers Week 2012 and thanked carers in Bonner for the enormous contribution they make. Carers Week 2012 is being held between Sunday 14 October and Saturday 20 October. There are over two million carers in Australia who are of all ages. Carers can be…
DetailsRoss Vasta, Member for Bonner said local communities in Bonner will be able to apply for crime prevention infrastructure such as better lighting, CCTVs and mobile CCTVs, under a major plan announced by the Coalition. Ross Vasta said he welcomed the announcement that a Coalition Government will provide $50 million to tackle crime hotspots…
DetailsRoss Vasta, Federal Member for Bonner believes that the Australian victims of overseas terrorism atrocities should receive victim compensation payments just like domestic victims of crime receive. “In a few weeks, we will be commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Bali bombing and I believe it is appropriate for the victims of terrorist events overseas…
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