Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (11:31): I thank the Federation Chamber for its indulgence in allowing me to pass on these few comments. I would not detain the House any longer than I have to if I did not think the matter was of global importance. In my electorate we have a small company by the name…
The 2017-18 Budget has delivered a funding boost for the local region unlocking a future full of opportunities for individuals, families and businesses. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the Coalition Government’s commitment to regional Australia would help secure growth, investment and resilience in local communities. “I am delighted to see an $8.4 billion…
Mr BUCHHOLZ (Wright) (16:12): I am sure that, as the nation looks on, it would be suggested that this is a very aggressive debate. It is budget time and we will have opposing opinions in this fiscal space—and rightfully so. As politicians, we need to own the image that we portray to the Australian public…
Local students could enjoy the Antarctic experience of a lifetime with a successful entry in a competition to name Australia’s new icebreaker vessel. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz welcomed the opportunity for local students to travel to the icy continent and encouraged them to put their thinking caps on. “It’s a far cry from…
Parents, teachers and principals in local school communities can see exactly how they will benefit from the Coalition Government’s $18.6 billion needs-based funding plan using a new online school funding estimator. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the Government was delivering record funding to local schools and the estimator allows local school communities to…
The 2017-18 Budget provides the foundation for a fair, secure future full of opportunities for individuals, families and businesses in Wright. Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz said the future of the region depended on how the economy was shaped locally and nationally. “Our plan will deliver investment and growth opportunities in our area through…
Winter is coming and local residents are being encouraged to get the flu shot to protect themselves against the dreaded sore throat and sniffily nose. “As the weather cools, instances of the flu rise. Getting the flu shot now will better protect you and your family in the winter months,” Federal Member for Wright Scott…
Selected government departments could enjoy a “tree change” and provide a boost to our region as the Coalition embarks on a decentralisation program – moving Commonwealth agencies and companies from city to country. “I strongly support our plans to get departments and government bodies out of Canberra and major cities and into regional Australia,” Member…
Local primary producers can now access recovery grants of up to $25,000 with the Federal Government upgrading assistance to Category C funding for the Scenic Rim, Logan and parts of the Gold Coast. “This is the extra help we’ve been seeking for our primary producers affected by the recent flooding,” Federal Member for Wright Scott…
Our local region is well and truly “open for business” in the aftermath of the flooding, Federal Member for Wright Scott Buchholz has declared. “Having spoken to many business owners in the Scenic Rim, Lockyer Valley, Logan and Gold Coast areas over the past week and a half, I’m urging local residents to go out…