Local organisations are encouraged to apply for Round Two of the Building Better Regions Fund, with applications now open for funding to support job creation and economic growth in Wright. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the Australian Government was investing in the local region. “The Building Better Regions Fund supports local businesses and…
Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz has officially opened the new learning facilities at McAuley College in Beaudesert. Students and staff at McAuley College now have full use of their new general learning areas, a science room, a home economics room, an art and manual arts room, an administration area, a library, pupil amenities and…
This Government made a promise to the Australian people that they could have their say about Same Sex Marriage. I strongly supported the postal survey as it gave the opportunity for all Australians to be a part of the conversation. Given the 79.5% participation rate it is clear the people did want to have their…
Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz today officially opened the new learning facilities at Silkwood School at Mount Nathan. Students and staff at Silkwood School now have full use of their new administration office, art room, science laboratory, eight general learning areas, library/resource area, amenities, lift, plant room, cover area, covered outdoor area and additional…
Local farmers, fishers, community and industry groups can now apply for grants of between $5,000 and $100,000 to protect and improve the condition of soil, vegetation and biodiversity in Wright. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the grants were available through the National Landcare Program’s new $50 million Smart Farming Small Grants program. “Our…
Works worth $12.5 million are now complete on the Cunningham Highway at Warrill View, providing a smoother and safer road surface for motorists. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the works had improved flood immunity and road safety on the section of the Cunningham Highway. “The highway was subjected to heavy rainfall in December…
Over 2,500 small businesses in Wright have taken advantage of the Coalition Government’s instant asset write-off according to 2015-16 tax office data. “The instant asset write-off is directly helping small businesses in Wright increase their bottom lines and improve cash flow which means more investment and job creation,” Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said.…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (13:59): With the time afforded to me, I want to put forward the Turnbull government's position on putting downward pressure on energy prices. As we come into this place, you will hear that drool and drivel from the other side as they make light of the fact we are putting downward pressure…
Local innovative and talented organisations and individuals in primary production can now apply for grants of up to $4 million to implement sustainable land management practices. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the grants were available through the National Landcare Program’s new $60 million Smart Farming Partnerships. “I encourage primary producers though farming systems…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (16:29): I rise today to highlight the plight of the Australian dairy industry and in particular the dairy industry in Queensland, and South-East Queensland, which is doing it incredibly tough at the moment. I also rise to put my support behind Beaudesert, which was recently announced as the 2017 Legendairy Capital of…