The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) and the National Cabinet have tonight approved an exemption for roadhouses, dedicated truck stop facilities and truck driver lounges to remain open so Australia’s heavy vehicle drivers have access to showers, restrooms and facilities to undertake their mandated fatigue management breaks. Due to recent COVID-19 restrictions that apply…
Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz has said the Australian Government is expanding the eligibility criteria for JobSeeker Payment to support sole traders and self-employed Australians who have had their income negatively affected by the economic impact of the Coronavirus. “We are not going to leave sole traders behind. They’re a critical part of the…
The Australian Government is expanding the eligibility criteria for the fortnightly $550 Coronavirus supplement to Australians receiving student support payments. Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz said students in the region can be reassured they will be supported during this tough time. “We’re so lucky to have access to a number of great University campuses,…
Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport, Scott Buchholz has welcomed the Prime Ministers announcement of a National COVID-19 Coordination Commission (NCCC) . Minister Buchholz said the Commission would work to anticipate and mitigate the economic and social effects of the global coronavirus pandemic and work with Ministers and industry to resolve matters of national significance. Welcoming the appointment of Mr Neville Power as Chairman,…
The Australian Government has launched a dedicated website in response to the COVID-19 crisis, to support the flow of accurate information in a timely manner to the public. Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz said there had been many reports of misinformation in the community and this was causing anxiety, fear and was impacting on…
Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz has reassured the community that Australia has sufficient food supplies, stock and capacity for all Australians. “We have seen reports from food retailers that demand is three times that experienced at Christmas time. “Staff are doing their best to keep shelves stocked – and it isn’t a supply issue…
Today the Australian Government has announced a comprehensive economic package, to support businesses, secure jobs and ease the burden on Australians as a result of the Coronavirus. Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz said the Prime Minister, Treasurer and entire Government was working hard to protect the Australian economy and build a bridge to recovery…
Assistant Minister for Freight Transport Scott Buchholz has thanked the transport sector for rising up and meeting the challenges posed by COVID-19. Minister Buchholz urged Australians to stop panic buying, to stop hoarding food and supplies and to have confidence in the supply chain to deliver. “I have absolute confidence in our supply chain to…
Australian medicine supplies remain strong, however there has been an increasing demand in recent weeks. As a result, some community pharmacies have reported strain on supply of some medicines. Earlier today, the Minister for Health announced that in response to these challenges and to support vulnerable Australians relying on these medicines – new limits would…
Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz has welcomed the Morrison Government’s announcement of a $17.6 billion economic plan to keep Australians in jobs, keep businesses in business and support households and the Australian economy as the world deals with the significant challenges posed by the spread of the coronavirus. “Our targeted stimulus package is focused…