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15 September, 2017 The local community is flying high after a report by KPMG found the Government’s commitment to the RAAF Base Amberley will create almost 7000 jobs by 2020 and inject $1.2 billion into the Queensland economy. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz welcomed the report and the positive effects... Read more

08 September, 2017 20 local young athletes are hopping, skipping and jumping for joy after receiving a $500 Local Sporting Champions grant to pursue their sporting dreams. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz presented the awards in a special ceremony and praised the inspiring sporting superstars for their succes... Read more

07 September, 2017 A host of locals from the electorate have been recognised for their dedicated voluntary work, as recipients of the 2017 Wright Community Contribution Awards. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz presented the awards in three special ceremonies across the electorate and praised the award winners... Read more

06 September, 2017 The Churches of Christ Care Fassifern Aged Care Service will continue to care and support for residents and retirees after securing Commonwealth funding to “make a home” for locals. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz congratulated the Fassifern Aged Care Service which was allocate... Read more

05 September, 2017 Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz once again strapped on his combat boots to join members of the Veterans Support Centre Lockyer/Brisbane Valley for a tour of the RAAF Base Amberley. “It was my pleasure to organise this visit for members of the local Veterans Support Centre to the Ambe... Read more

23 August, 2017 Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz says the Scenic Rim region is full steam ahead, following today’s official opening of the $35.2 million road/rail intermodal freight terminal. The Coalition Government provided $9.6 million towards the project under the National Stronger Regions Fun... Read more

15 August, 2017 Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz has welcomed moves by Australia’s big banks to lower credit card interest rates following his rigorous questioning during last year’s Parliamentary inquiry into the banking sector. Earlier this year ANZ announced cuts to credit card interest ... Read more

07 August, 2017 I think people are sick of politicians who don’t keep their commitments. They expect us to say what we are going to do, and do what we say we will.   I made it very clear before the last election that I personally support traditional marriage and would not support changes to the Marriag... Read more

07 August, 2017 The Springbrook Men’s Shed has raised the roof and officially opened their new home with the help of a $5,000 Commonwealth grant. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz attended the opening and congratulated the Springbrook Men’s Shed Association on their dedication to the project... Read more

04 August, 2017 The Coalition Government has partnered with the Australian Hotels Association to deliver up to 10,000 internships for young Australians looking to enter the workforce.  “This initiative will deliver highly valuable, practical experience to local young people, helping them develop the sk... Read more

31 July, 2017 Australian and American military personnel taking part in Exercise Talisman Sabre in north Queensland were treated to a taste of the Fassifern Valley with locally grown and processed produce on the mess hall menu. “Local producers are serving up a bounty of world-class produce grown right... Read more

27 July, 2017 Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz today officially opened the first stage of new facilities at St Clare’s Primary school in Yarrabilba. Students and staff at St Clare’s Primary School now have full use of their new building including general learning areas, an administration ... Read more

19 July, 2017 More local young people will get the employment start they need, with the Australian Retailers Association’s partnering with the Coalition Government to deliver up to 10,000 internships to young Australians. “Nothing beats hands-on experience for gaining skills and knowledge. This i... Read more

17 July, 2017 Local Federal Member Scott Buchholz donned army fatigues and a buzz cut this week to be “deployed” with Australian Defence Force personnel participating in Operation Talisman Sabre in Shoalwater Bay in north Queensland. Mr Buchholz is part of the Australian Defence Force Parliamenta... Read more

14 July, 2017 The Boonah Community Garden Association has received a boost to continue its work in the local community after receiving a Commonwealth Volunteer Grant. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz congratulated the Boonah Community Garden Association, which is among 39 community organisations to share... Read more