DISTRICT COUNCIL OF GRANT RECEIVES LOCAL ROADS AND COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING
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DISTRICT COUNCIL OF GRANT RECEIVES LOCAL ROADS AND COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING

The Federal Government has approved funding of $1,778,296 towards District Council of Grant projects as part of the $1.5 billion Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program, which is supporting local jobs, businesses and boosting the economy. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin said getting shovels in the ground on local construction projects is important for … Continue reading DISTRICT COUNCIL OF GRANT RECEIVES LOCAL ROADS AND COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING

MORE TIME FOR ELIGIBLE LGA’S TO APPLY FOR BUSHFIRE RECOVERY GRANTS
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The Australian Government is extending the closing date for the Black Summer Bushfire Recovery (BSBR) Grants to 6 October 2021, giving communities more time to apply to this important program. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said a funding envelope of up to $1.6 million has been allocated to the Mid-Murray Council, Rural City of Murray … Continue reading MORE TIME FOR ELIGIBLE LGA’S TO APPLY FOR BUSHFIRE RECOVERY GRANTS

EDITORIAL: Vaccine rollout single biggest peace time undertaking our nation
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The national vaccine rollout is the single biggest peace time undertaking our nation has ever embarked upon.  More than 40 million jabs in more than 40 million arms from Darwin to Davenport, Brisbane to Broome and everywhere in between. Yes, the rollout has had its setbacks, we have been frustrated by supply constraints, shifting medical … Continue reading EDITORIAL: Vaccine rollout single biggest peace time undertaking our nation

GRANTS OPEN IN BARKER FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS MAKING AGRICULTURE FUTURE-READY
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2022 Science and Innovation Awards grants now open Individual grants of up to $22,000 across multiple categories Total of $264,000 for young people in agriculture, fisheries and forestry Investing in a future-ready agriculture, fisheries and forestry sector is the goal of the 2022 Science and Innovation Awards grant program, with applications now open. Member for … Continue reading GRANTS OPEN IN BARKER FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS MAKING AGRICULTURE FUTURE-READY

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CREATES HISTORY WITH NEW AGRICULTURE VISA
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CREATES HISTORY WITH NEW AGRICULTURE VISA

The Federal Government has delivered a vital agriculture visa to help secure the future of rural and regional Australia. The Agricultural Worker Visa will provide a long term, reliable workforce for our critical industries while solving one of the great challenges facing regional Australia in recent history. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said he was … Continue reading FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CREATES HISTORY WITH NEW AGRICULTURE VISA

FUNDING FLOWS TO DROUGHT-AFFECTED COMMUNITY OF PINNAROO
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The Australian Government is continuing to back drought-affected communities, with a project in Pinnaroo to receive a share of more than $1 million in federal funding under the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal’s award-winning Tackling Tough Times Together program. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin said the Government was pleased to support the Foundation’s … Continue reading FUNDING FLOWS TO DROUGHT-AFFECTED COMMUNITY OF PINNAROO

STATEMENT REGARDING THE PACIFIC LABOUR PROGRAMS
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The Australian Government Pacific Labour Mobility programs continue to be a priority for the Federal Government as the Federal Government continues to grow and expand making a key contribution to a range of sectors including agricultural. The Pacific Labour Mobility programs is helping to address critical workforce shortages in rural and regional communities, while providing … Continue reading STATEMENT REGARDING THE PACIFIC LABOUR PROGRAMS

Grants to boost exporters’ in Barker
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Member for Barker Tony Pasin has urged exporters in Barker to take advantage of the Coalition Government’s export grants program. Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) support Australian small to medium enterprises to become successful exporters by co-funding international marketing and promotional expenses; driving export growth and local jobs. “The Coalition Government provided $214.5 million to … Continue reading Grants to boost exporters’ in Barker

ROAD SAFETY FUNDING FLOWS TO BARKER
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ROAD SAFETY FUNDING FLOWS TO BARKER

New road safety upgrades and improvements will be delivered in Barker thanks to funding from the Australian Government. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin said the funding will deliver crucial road safety upgrades as well as supporting shovel-ready construction activity. A total of $11.68 million will be shared across three projects in Barker. These projects … Continue reading ROAD SAFETY FUNDING FLOWS TO BARKER