The Morrison Government has cleared the road for a new truck driving apprenticeship to help secure Australia’s economic recovery, following calls from the transport and logistic sector for a nationally agreed qualification to meet future workforce challenges. The new national apprenticeship, Certificate III in Driving Operations, will see the industry in conjunction with states and…
Be safe on our roads, this Christmas. A message from Assistant Minister Buchholz. “This year’s holiday season will bring joy to those who get the chance to catch up with families and friends for the first time in months. For many this will mean packing up the car and driving as state and territory…
The Federal Liberal and Nationals Government is investing in a stronger community, with $9,300 for the Gatton Campdraft Association under round six of the Stronger Communities Programme (SCP). Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz joined State Member for Lockyer, Jim McDonald, Mick and Pauline Brennan of the Gatton Campdraft Association to make the announcement.…
The Morrison Government is backing more manufacturers in Wright to grow and create new jobs as they help secure our economic recovery, with $280 million in funding on offer. The matched funding is available through Round 2 of the Integration and Translation Streams of the $1.3 billion Modern Manufacturing Initiative (MMI). Applications will soon open…
As COVID-19 restrictions ease and Australians’ minds turn to long-awaited travel over the upcoming festive season, the Australian Government is urging people to drive safely. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said these holidays are the first chance for many Australians to reconnect with loved ones, friends and…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is continuing to invest in the future of regional Australia, with a further $250 million in funding available under the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF). Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz has announced that applications for Round 6 of the program are now open, paving the way for new projects…
The Federal Liberal and Nationals Government has announced applications have opened for a further $50 million for priority flood mitigation infrastructure projects across the country. The National Flood Mitigation Infrastructure Program provides funding to State and Territory Government’s to deliver priority flood mitigation infrastructure projects. Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz said the Liberal…
The Gatton Skatepark will soon undergo a major expansion, thanks to funding from the Australian Government. Council was successful in securing grant funding from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program (LRCIP), which will bring to life a host of upgrades to the facility. Federal Member for Wright, Scott Buchholz said the LRCIP…