The Interim Inspector-General of Murray-Darling Basin Water Resources Mick Keelty has presented his report into water sharing arrangements in the southern Basin to the Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia Keith Pitt. “Mr Keelty’s inquiry focused on the water sharing arrangements in the Murray-Darling Basin and how they work with state water allocation policies”…
DetailsFederal Member for Mallee, Anne Webster, welcomes the move taken by the Liberal and Nationals government to protect Australian businesses and investments that are under stress due to the Coronavirus. Today’s announcement of temporary changes to the Foreign Investment Review framework are designed to protect Australia’s national interest as we deal with the economic implications…
DetailsHomes and businesses in Mallee will soon be able to access more data on their Sky Muster satellite services, with NBN Co to provide additional broadband data from 1 April 2020. NBN Co will offer permanent enhancements to its Sky Muster Plus offering, and a temporary increase to data allowances for standard Sky Muster plans…
DetailsMember for Mallee Anne Webster has indicated her great disappointment in the actions of Member for Mildura Ali Cupper in her inaccurate story of the Mildura Base Hospital’s preparedness for the Covid19 crisis we face. “At a time when the intensity of focus is on working together to find solutions, Ms Cupper’s actions do not…
DetailsThe Government is acting to cushion the blow from the coronavirus for businesses and households to help them get through to the other side of the crisis as the world deals with the significant challenges posed by its spread Below I have set out the quick links to the measures available to small and medium…
DetailsAged care facilities around Australia and across Mallee are now required to restrict visitation as the Federal Government continues to combat the spread of coronavirus. Visits should be limited to two people per resident at one time each day, restricted to rooms, outdoor or specific areas designated by providers and children should not visit aged…
DetailsThe Australian Government is backing innovative energy storage technology with funding for the development of a dispatchable solar hydro plant in regional Victoria. The Australian Government will provide $3 million through the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to Melbourne startup RayGen for a feasibility study for a 4 MW / 50 MWh fully dispatchable solar…
DetailsMember for Mallee Anne Webster MP has started a 6 month trial of monthly mobile offices in Maryborough on Wednesday this week, providing the community with a regular opportunity to meet her or a staff member. “All the communities in Mallee are important, and I work hard to get out on the ground, to meet…
DetailsMember for Mallee Anne Webster today opened a new junior school building at Holy Trinity Lutheran College that was funded by the Coalition Government. Dr Webster said students would benefit from the new junior school building that would allow students to engage in their learning. The Coalition Government provided $625,000 for the project through the…
DetailsAustralian Government funding for the Mildura Clay Target Club is continuing with the next $400,000 in funding released today, allowing the club to continue its work on the project. Member for Mallee, Anne Webster MP said additional sporting infrastructure will attract new participants, which is great for people’s health and wellbeing. “The total grant of…
DetailsYeungroon will receive $4000 to construct a memorial at the Yeungroon Fire Station to honour the service and sacrifice of Australia’s service personnel, under the Federal Government’s Saluting Their Service grants program to recognise the region’s military service history. Anne Webster welcomed the ongoing community interest in recognising their local service, with a wide variety…
DetailsOur Aged Care providers in Mallee do an excellent job in caring for the community. This was acknowledged at the Leading Age Services Australia Excellence in Aged Services Awards where four Mallee aged care providers along with Sunitafe were awarded for the dedication to providing quality aged care in Mildura and surrounds. “I am delighted…
DetailsThe Federal Liberal and Nationals Government is supporting drought-affected communities in Mallee as part of the 47 projects, with $1.35 million in grants from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal’s Tackling Tough Times Together initiative. Federal Member for Mallee Anne Webster said the Tackling Tough Times Together program has a range of benefits, including…
DetailsFarms, homes and businesses in and around Manangatang and Annuello in Mallee will soon be able to access fast, reliable broadband services over the National Broadband Network (NBN). Member for Mallee Anne Webster said the milestone means more local residents and businesses will be able to take advantage of the benefits of fast broadband such…
DetailsMore than 116,000 people were estimated to be homeless in Australia on Census night in 2016. Of these, 393 were in Mallee. This includes people living in severely crowded dwellings, people living in temporary accommodation, and rough sleepers. Member for Mallee Anne Webster said that homelessness was a very real issue across Mallee. “It was…
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