Work will soon begin on constructing an all-abilities access ramp at the Burleigh Heads RSL Memorial Hall, as part of the Morrison Government’s commitment to support ex-service organisations maintain important community connections. Member for McPherson Karen Andrews MP said she was proud to support the Burleigh Heads RSL Sub-Branch with a grant of $49,650 under…
For over 120 years Australian troops have served around the world in defence of our country, our allies, and our values. One hundred and five years ago, our soldiers took part in the Third Battle of Ypres, the major Flanders offensive of 1917. Australian divisions participated in the battles of Menin Road, Polygon Wood,…
Topics: Defence spending, Department of Home Affairs Secretary’s ANZAC Day message, COVID-19 situation in India, pause on flights from India E&OE DAVID KOCH: The Prime Minister is expected to unveil a $747 million defence package in the Northern Territory today, aimed at preparing the ADF for emerging threats in the region. Four military bases are…
Topics: Trans-Tasman travel bubble, international borders, COVID-19, Anzac Day E&OE: RAY HADLEY: We’ve got the Home Affairs Minister, recently appointed, Karen Andrews on the line. Minister, good morning. KAREN ANDREWS: Good morning. How are you? RAY HADLEY: Really well, congratulations on your appointment. KAREN ANDREWS: Thank you. RAY HADLEY: With Mr Dutton moving across to…
Over the past month we’ve experienced a dizzying round of restrictions on how we live and the freedoms we normally take for granted. Serious disruptions to the way our businesses and communities operate are causing seismic shifts in our lives and livelihoods. And it’s all over-shadowed by a heightened sense of worry for the health…