Great Australian Lives Podcast
I recently had the opportunity be interviewed by Laura Turner for the Great Australian Lives podcast, talking about my experiences as an AFL player and coach, and in both state and federal politics.
I recently had the opportunity be interviewed by Laura Turner for the Great Australian Lives podcast, talking about my experiences as an AFL player and coach, and in both state and federal politics.
Applications have now closed for the Regional Agricultural Show Development Grants Program (AgShows) grants. Applications closed on December 13, 2019. This program will provide funding to upgrade, maintain, buy or build new showground infrastructure and attractions. These funds will reinvigorate showgrounds, helping to boost regional communities, increase local employment, and encourage purchases from local businesses.…
DetailsThis is the transcript of my speech, delivered on September 17, 2019 and 16:03 in the Federation Chamber. The National Party can always be counted on to stand up for the people that it represents. This is becoming incredibly more evident when we see so many of our irrigation communities in severe drought throughout New…
DetailsThis is the transcript of my speech, delivered on September 11, 2019 and 17:54 in the House of Representatives. I’m very pleased to take the opportunity to speak to the Water Amendment (Indigenous Authority Member) Bill 2019. In doing so, I congratulate the minister for bringing this Indigenous member to the management of the Murray-Darling…
DetailsI am sorry that I am unable to be present at the rally today. There is no doubt that too much water has already been taken out of productive agriculture to satisfy the environmental needs that make up the Murray Darling Basin Plan (MDBP). This is my opinion, and I’m working as hard as I…
DetailsI am now accepting drawings from Special Education School students of all ages, and from all children and adults with disabilities in the Nicholls electorate as part of my 2019 Digital Christmas Card competition. The winning entry will be posted on my social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter) on Christmas Day, as well as…
DetailsApplications for the Individual Capacity Building Program Grant are now closed. This grant will fund $100 million nation-wide over three years. Applications for a portion of this funding are welcome from organisations, programs and activities that support people with a disability to: Have the skills and confidence to participate in and contribute to the community…
DetailsApplications for the Long Tan Bursary are now closed. This bursary of up to $12,000 is available to children or grandchildren of Australian Vietnam War veterans who are undertaking full-time tertiary study from 2020. Links How to apply Application forms are available from AVCAT by calling (02) 9213 7999. More detailed information For more detailed…
DetailsI am now accepting drawings from primary school children in the Nicholls electorate as part of my 2020 Christmas Card competition. The winning entry will be printed on the front of my Christmas card this year, which will be sent to constituents and colleagues (including the Prime Minister). Entries close Friday October 30 and the…
DetailsI am now accepting photo entries for the fourth annual #ImProud Calendar for 2020. This calendar will be distributed to every home and business in the Nicholls electorate, so will be fantastic exposure for both established and amateur photographers. Entries close 11:59pm Monday September 30, so get snapping! If there is someone whose work you’d…
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