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Shepparton business helping the COVID-19 fight

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The Commonwealth and all states and territories re

The Commonwealth and all states and territories recognise the importance of agriculture - feeding our nation is an essential service.⁠
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For our food producers while our nation is being affected by Coronavirus this means: ⁠
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➡️ Their access to workers, agricultural supply lines, transportation, and logistics will not be affected by any of the measures aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19.⁠
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➡️ Freight lanes across the country will be kept clear for food producers. ⁠
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➡️ State-imposed border shutdowns will not affect agricultural supply chains.⁠
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➡️ Feed, hay, fertilizer and other agriculture products will continue being delivered to farms.⁠
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Feedback from irrigators is now being sought on th

Feedback from irrigators is now being sought on the first round of the Water for Fodder program which took place in mid-December. It has been fantastic to see the water available from this round being being used now on autumn crops. ⁠
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Feedback provided on round 1 will help ensure round 2 operates as smoothly and equitably as possible to provide water in time for spring crops.⁠
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Even if you have already spoken with my office about the Water for Fodder program, please provide your feedback at: https://haveyoursay.agriculture.gov.au/water-for-fodder/survey_tools/water-for-fodder-program-review before Thursday, 9 April 2020.⁠
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For drought-affected farm households in the Greate

For drought-affected farm households in the Greater Shepparton and Moira Shire local government areas, round 2 of the Drought Communities Program is now open. ⁠
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Up to $3,000 in short-term financial assistance will be provided to each eligible household. These federal government grants will be distributed in Shepparton and Moira via The Salvation Army.⁠
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Apply via: www.salvationarmy.org.au/drought

If your employment has been impacted by the Corona

If your employment has been impacted by the Coronavirus, you can apply for the JobSeeker payment. The ordinary waiting period has been waived, making it a faster process.⁠
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Visit: www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/subjects/affected-coronavirus-covid-19/people-who-dont-get-payment-from-us-coronavirus-covid-19⁠
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Goulburn Valley business Med-Con is playing an imp

Goulburn Valley business Med-Con is playing an important part in the fight against COVID-19. Their Shepparton factory is working at full speed to produce the medical-grade face masks needed by our healthcare workers to help manage the infection spread. ⁠
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The close-knit team at Med-Con has welcomed a boost in numbers in recent days, with a support crew from the Australian Army being deployed to help keep the lines operating around the clock. ⁠
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It was fantastic to see everyone in good spirits out at Med-Con despite the dramatic change in pace they've recently experienced. Their resilience is a great example of keeping calm and getting on with the job. ⁠
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Pictured with me are Med-Con partners Ray Stockwell and Steve Csiszar, along with Lieutenant Colonel Nathan Crowley and Warrant Officer Class 2 Robert Freestone. ⁠
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The Independent Assessment of Social and Economic

The Independent Assessment of Social and Economic Conditions in the [Murray Darling] Basin Panel this week released their draft report known as the 'Sefton Report.' ⁠
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To hear my thoughts on it, and for info on how to provide feedback visit the link in my bio. ⁠
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It is important to be sure you can trust the infor

It is important to be sure you can trust the information you rely on when it comes to Coronavirus (COVID-19). The best sources of information include the Australian and the Victorian Department of Health. ⁠
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Visit my website for a list of clickable links: www.damiandrum.com.au/COVID-19/

We all play a part in helping to stop the spread o

We all play a part in helping to stop the spread of Coronavirus. Take precautions not just to protect yourself, but to protect others.⁠
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For the latest information on COVID-19 please visit the link in my bio.