SMART FARMS SMALL GRANTS BOOST FOR BARKER SOIL
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Smart Farms Small Grants: Soil Extension Activities round is now open. Barker organisations and individuals can apply for grants of up to $250,000 over two years. Two-year Soil Extension Activities to improve understanding of Australia’s soil condition and how to better manage it. Grants supporting outcomes under the Smart Farms Small Grants Program and the … Continue reading SMART FARMS SMALL GRANTS BOOST FOR BARKER SOIL

A BIG WIN FOR GENERATIONS IN JAZZ
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A BIG WIN FOR GENERATIONS IN JAZZ

The local arts sector has received a major boost today in its recovery from COVID-19, with Generations in Jazz in the Limestone Coast awarded a share of more than $20 million, under the fifth batch of grants from the Federal Government’s $200 million Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund. Minister for Communications, Urban … Continue reading A BIG WIN FOR GENERATIONS IN JAZZ

BACKING BARKER BUSINESSES
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Two further projects in Barker worth more than $1.46 million will receive funding under the Murray–Darling Basin Economic Development Program’s third round, providing jobs and economic stimulus to the region. Member for Barker, Tony Pasin, said the successful projects could get up and running quickly. “Congratulations to successful recipients the District Council of Loxton Waikerie … Continue reading BACKING BARKER BUSINESSES

PASIN WELCOMES NEW POWERS TO COMBAT CRIME ON THE DARK WEB
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The safety of our local community has received a boost with the passage of legislation that gives Australian law enforcement agencies new capabilities to identify and disrupt serious criminal activity occurring online. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said this is an important step forward in the fight against serious crimes like child exploitation, drug trafficking, … Continue reading PASIN WELCOMES NEW POWERS TO COMBAT CRIME ON THE DARK WEB

MORRISON GOVERNMENT PUTS JOB SEEKERS IN DRIVER’S SEAT TO GET INTO WORK
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The Morrison Government will make support available to fund assistance for job seekers across the country to get a driver’s licence in a move that will help address a significant barrier to many entering the workforce. Job seekers participating in employment services through a jobactive provider will be eligible to access increased support for driving … Continue reading MORRISON GOVERNMENT PUTS JOB SEEKERS IN DRIVER’S SEAT TO GET INTO WORK

LTTE - FRUIT FLY MANAGEMENT
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Dear Editor, My office has been fielding enquiries from Riverland residents in response to the implementation of tougher restrictions aimed at curbing ongoing fruit fly outbreaks. Under the new restrictions, travellers can no longer use a receipt to bring fruit and vegetables into the Riverland from other parts of South Australia. There appears to be … Continue reading LTTE – FRUIT FLY MANAGEMENT

BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY FOR MATES OF THE CROSS
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BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY FOR MATES OF THE CROSS

The Australian Government is providing $150,000 to fund thirteen local community infrastructure projects across the electorate of Barker. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin said Round 6 of the Government’s Stronger Communities Program is aimed at funding projects that deliver social and economic benefits and form part of the Coalition Government’s continuing commitment to strengthen … Continue reading BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY FOR MATES OF THE CROSS

EMERGENCY FREIGHT SUPPORT EXTENDED TO HELP BUSINESSES IN BARKER
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EMERGENCY FREIGHT SUPPORT EXTENDED TO HELP BUSINESSES IN BARKER

The Australian Government has announced a further $260.9 million in funding to extend International Freight Assistance Mechanism (IFAM) to mid-2022 to maintain the critical airfreight links between Australian businesses and their international customers, which is critical to maintaining the flow of exports and imports. The Australian Government has now provided a total of $1.04 billion to support … Continue reading EMERGENCY FREIGHT SUPPORT EXTENDED TO HELP BUSINESSES IN BARKER

STATEMENT ON AFGHANISTAN
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The situation in Afghanistan is utterly devastating. The images in our newspapers and on our television screens have shocked and saddened our nation. I don’t think there is an Australian out there that hasn’t felt a deep sense of emotion over the past couple of weeks for those in Afghanistan. My thoughts at this time … Continue reading STATEMENT ON AFGHANISTAN