The South Australian Government is leading the way in supporting drought affected farmers in their region after signing on to the $100 million On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme. Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt said this is a great outcome for farmers and he urges other states that have not yet … Continue reading SOUTH AUSTRALIA LEADING SUPPORT FOR DROUGHT AFFECTED FARMERS
Small and medium hotels across Barker are being supported by the Morrison Government to lower their power bills so they can invest in their business and employ more Australians. Through the Government’s $10.2 million Hotel Energy Uplift Program, hotels, motels and serviced apartment complexes will be able to access grants of up to $25,000 for … Continue reading HELPING HOTELS IN BARKER LOWER THEIR POWER BILLS
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has today approved the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for use in Australia following a full and thorough assessment process. Federal Member for Barker, Tony Pasin said this welcomed news means Australia will now have two safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines available. “The approval of the AstraZeneca vaccine for the people of … Continue reading TGA APPROVES ASTRAZENECA COVID-19 VACCINE
The Australian Government is providing up to $450,000 in Community Awareness Grants for community-based initiatives that encourage more Australians to say “yes” to organ and tissue donation. Minister responsible for the Organ and Tissue Authority (OTA), Mark Coulton, said Community Awareness Grants offer unique opportunities for local groups to help improve the chances of Australians … Continue reading TONY PASIN MP ENCOURAGES LOCAL PROJECTS TO INCREASE AWARENESS ABOUT ORGAN AND TISSUE DONATION
A new year means the opening of the 2021-22 Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program, with applications now welcome from organisations in Barker. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said the program was now entering its 25th year and had already supported thousands of projects nationally, including in Barker. “It gives me great pleasure to let … Continue reading 2021–22 COMMEMORATIVE GRANTS OPEN TO BARKER APPLICANTS
• Australian Government investing in Australian Wine Research Institute Limited’s project to develop an innovative weeds control solution. • Australian Wine Research Institute Limited will undertake a three-year research project, investing in autonomous machinery to replace herbicide for under-vine weed control. Australian Wine Research Institute based in Barossa has been awarded $669,850 in Australian Government … Continue reading BARKER LEADING THE WAY IN TACKLING WEED SCOURGE
A $500,000 Morrison Government investment has increased the number and quality of residential aged care options in the South Australian centre of Murray Bridge. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said this funding was part of the Government’s $5 billion aged care funding boost, announced in the 2018-19 Budget, dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility … Continue reading MURRAY BRIDGE RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM AGED CARE EXPANSION
The Federal Liberal Government has approved funding of $1,599,570 towards two Barossa projects as part of its $1.5 billion Local Road and Community Infrastructure Program, which is supporting local jobs, businesses and boosting the economy during COVID-19. Member for Barker Tony Pasin has announced $1,034,462 in Federal Liberal Government funding will support the Barossa Council … Continue reading BAROSSA RECEIVE LOCAL ROADS AND COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FUNDING
Member for Barker Tony Pasin MP has said an advertising blitz this week will promote domestic holidays to support local tourism jobs and businesses. Tony Pasin said the Coalition Government had launched a $5 million campaign across national advertising, TV and event sponsorships to encourage Australians to book a holiday in Australia this year. “The … Continue reading HOLIDAY IN AUSTRALIA THIS YEAR
