Community groups in Seymour and the wider region, as well as the general public, will significantly benefit from a new agricultural pavilion at Kings Park. Fresh from hosting the Seymour Alternative Farming Expo last weekend, Kings Park regularly plays home to a range of events and Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, said the new…
The official unveiling today of the redeveloped Mooroopna Place Residential Aged Care Service showcases how innovative design can strengthen high standards of care, choice, and autonomy. Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, welcomed the reopening of the facility, which now comprises a 60-bed Campbell Court wing and the 40-bed Varapodio Way wing. Operated by Shepparton…
For what they have done, this we will do — a simple reason why all Australians must ensure the legacy of commemoration continues this Anzac Day. Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, is encouraging residents across the Nicholls electorate to commemorate Anzac Day this Sunday in a safe, respectful, and meaningful way. “Anzac Day is…
Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub launches in Dookie This has been made possible by an $8 million investment from the Federal Government, and $22 million contribution from Hub members The University of Melbourne to lead transformational drought resilience delivery This is one of eight hubs to be established around the country through the Federal…
The Food and Beverage stream of the Federal Government’s game-changing investment to super-charge manufacturing and grow jobs is now open to Goulburn Valley businesses, with applications sought under the $1.3 billion Modern Manufacturing Initiative. Speaking at the iconic SPC Ardmona factory in Shepparton this morning alongside chief executive Robert Giles, Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian…
Community groups across Nicholls will be supported by a new Federal Government program to lower energy costs, support local jobs, and help reduce emissions. The Powering Communities Program will fund up to 12 projects worth a total of $67,700 in each electorate across the country, including Nicholls. Grants of between $5000 and $12,000 are available…
A community radio station targeted by arsonists has been given a $4000 boost to assist in the rebuild of its transmission tower as part of the Inland Rail Community Sponsorships and Donations program. 103.9 Seymour FM has been granted the money from the Australian Rail Track Corporation after the not-for-profit community broadcasting station was vandalised…
The Federal Government is again backing our nation’s invaluable volunteers, with $20 million available to support the vital work they do across Australia. Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, said up to $132,450 was available in Nicholls as part of the 2021 Volunteer Grants round. Mr Drum is encouraging eligible, not-for-profit community organisations in Nicholls…
Almost $14 billion in Australians’ hard-earned wages – including $44 million in the Nicholls electorate – is waiting to be claimed in the form of lost and unclaimed superannuation. Data released by the Australian Taxation Office for the financial year ending June 2020 shows that the Federal Government’s reforms have had a significant impact, helping…
Students in Shepparton nearing the completion of their secondary studies can expect new opportunities to develop skills for occupations that have the best employment prospects in the region. The opening of a new Industry Training Hub in Shepparton – one of 10 hubs being trialled across the country – forms part of a $50.6 million…