APPLICATIONS FOR BRIDGES AND HEAVY VEHICLE SAFETY FUNDING CLOSING SOON
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Local councils and state and territory governments are encouraged to apply for funding available under Round 5 of the Bridges Renewal Program (BRP) and Round 7 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP). Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin said the programs presented an opportunity to deliver better and safer bridges and freight … Continue reading APPLICATIONS FOR BRIDGES AND HEAVY VEHICLE SAFETY FUNDING CLOSING SOON

HAVE YOUR SAY ON MOBILE BLACK SPOT PROGRAM
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Member for Barker Tony Pasin is encouraging residents to have their say on the design of the next round of the Government’s Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP) to ensure it continues to improve mobile phone coverage for regional communities. The Federal Government has released a discussion paper on design options for Round 5A, to test … Continue reading HAVE YOUR SAY ON MOBILE BLACK SPOT PROGRAM

FEDERAL FUNDING TO INCREASE AERIAL FIREFIGHTING SUPPORT
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Australia’s aerial firefighting capability has received an $11 million boost to ensure additional aircraft are available for the 2020-21 and future bushfire seasons. The $11 million boost to the national aerial firefighting fleet was announced in January by Prime Minister Scott Morrison, and comes on top of the $15 million we already deliver each year … Continue reading FEDERAL FUNDING TO INCREASE AERIAL FIREFIGHTING SUPPORT

WORKS BEGIN ON PRINCES HIGHWAY, MURRAY BRIDGE
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WORKS BEGIN ON PRINCES HIGHWAY, MURRAY BRIDGE

Resurfacing works on the Princes Highway begin this week as part of the jointly funded Princes Highway Corridor Program. Two sections of the highway near Murray Bridge will be resurfaced to improve safety and create a quieter experience for road users. The $4.3 million project includes a 1.7km section of the outbound lanes from Adelaide … Continue reading WORKS BEGIN ON PRINCES HIGHWAY, MURRAY BRIDGE

HELPING BARKER FARMERS CONTROL PEST, WEEDS SCOURGE
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Drought-hit communities in the electorate of Barker will receive Australian Government support in their battle to control pest animals and weeds, says Member for Barker Tony Pasin. Mr Pasin said 33 local government areas – including the Coorong District Council, and District Council of Karoonda East Murray in Barker– will share in $10 million under … Continue reading HELPING BARKER FARMERS CONTROL PEST, WEEDS SCOURGE

CAMPAIGN TO COMBAT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
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The Morrison Government is rolling out extra measures to ensure people experiencing domestic, family and sexual violence know where to get help during the coronavirus pandemic, says Member for Barker Tony Pasin. The Help is Here campaign will include advertising across television, digital, social media, radio, magazines and newspapers as well as in shopping centres, … Continue reading CAMPAIGN TO COMBAT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DURING COVID-19 CRISIS

DROUGHT SUPPORT FUNDING TATIARA COMMUNITIES
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Member for Barker Tony Pasin has announced that the Tatiara District Council has been formally approved for $1 million worth of projects to boost the economy, social and community needs through the Morrison Government’s Drought Communities Program. The Council will undertake projects to deliver outcomes for the whole of the Tatiara with local businesses and … Continue reading DROUGHT SUPPORT FUNDING TATIARA COMMUNITIES

DROUGHT SUPPORT FUNDING COORONG COMMUNITIES
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Member for Barker Tony Pasin has announced that the Coorong District Council has been formally approved for $1 million worth of projects to boost the economy, social and community needs through the Morrison Government’s Drought Communities Program. The Council will undertake projects to deliver community facility and infrastructure developments and upgrades throughout the council area … Continue reading DROUGHT SUPPORT FUNDING COORONG COMMUNITIES

FLU SHOT MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, SAYS PASIN
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FLU SHOT MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, SAYS PASIN

With the 2020 flu season almost upon us, Member for Barker Tony Pasin is encouraging residents in Barker — and those with particular vulnerabilities — to arrange vaccination against seasonal influenza. “Residents should speak to their GP, pharmacist or aged care provider to arrange a flu vaccination if they haven’t already,” Mr Pasin said. Whilst … Continue reading FLU SHOT MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, SAYS PASIN