The 2019-20 Budget is the next stage of the Morrison Government’s plan to build a stronger economy and secure a better future for Gold Coasters. Local MP Karen Andrews said this Budget delivers the first surplus in more than a decade, creates more local jobs, lowers taxes and guarantees essential services like schools, hospitals and roads. “After more than a…
DetailsThe Morrison Government is investing $3.4 million to improve science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) equity in Australia and boost the participation of girls and women in STEM careers. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology said having a workforce with STEM skills is a key component of the Government’s plan for a stronger economy and more jobs. “The funding underpins…
DetailsA multi-billion dollar prawn aquaculture project, expected to create 1,600 jobs in Northern Australia, has been granted a renewal of its Major Project Status. Project Sea Dragon will produce Black Tiger prawns, mainly for the Asian export market, and involves five sites in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the Liberal…
DetailsThe National Measurement Institute (NMI) will commence a national audit into fuel pump accuracy in the lead up to the Easter long weekend. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said it’s important Australian consumers get what they pay for when they buy products by weight, volume or number. “The Morrison Government is putting fuel retailers on notice, and they can expect a rigorous but fair approach…
DetailsHead injury assessment, fresh food tracking, animal welfare and a self-cleaning BBQ are some of the business ideas set to benefit from the latest round of the Coalition’s Accelerating Commercialisation grants. The Morrison Government funding will provide $5.3 million to 15 businesses from New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Queensland and Western Australia to take their products to market…
DetailsFive new incubator projects in the agricultural technology, resources and energy sectors will benefit from $2.2 million in funding from the Liberal National Government. Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews said the successful grant applicants demonstrated the sort of initiative and imagination that was essential to growing Australia’s economy. “The Liberal National Government provides this support because we recognise the critical…
DetailsA Gold Coast student who performed at the Commonwealth Games and has raised money for around a dozen charities is among 95 unsung local heroes acknowledged with a McPherson Community Achiever Award. Anthea Young received a Young Achiever award at today’s ceremony held at the Robina Community Centre. Anthea has been a member of the Leo’s Club for 5…
DetailsThe Liberal National Government is backing Men’s and Women’s Sheds on the Gold Coast by unlocking new fundraising potential. Gold Coast MP Karen Andrews said Men’s and Women’s Sheds are a great Australian success story that has seen a staple of the Australian backyard evolve into a vital part of our local communities. “Every day, Men’s and Women’s…
DetailsThe Liberal National Government is investing $400,000 to deliver a mobile treatment and rehabilitation day program for Indigenous people on the Gold Coast. Minister for Indigenous Affairs Nigel Scullion, and Gold Coast Minister, Karen Andrews, said this investment will improve outcomes for Indigenous Australians living…
DetailsA Liberal National Government trial offering regional businesses a wage subsidy to take on new apprentices has begun on the Gold Coast, with new apprentices signing up at 55 local businesses. The $60 million Australian Apprenticeships Wage Subsidy offers employers subsidies worth 75 per cent of the apprentice’s award wage in the first year, 50 per cent in the…
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