Media Releases

I congratulate the following schools in the Ballarat and Bendigo electorates which have received funding under the Morrison Liberal Government’s Local Schools Community Fund. A total of $30.2 million has been made available to provide all schools; government, Catholic and independent, with funding for small scale projects to meet priorities identified by schools and their communities. This is a major win for these school communities and I am delighted that the Liberals are providing such valuable support. Schools in the Ballarat electorate Berry Street Read more…

I encourage Australians planning to start university in 2020 to lodge their claim for Youth Allowance or Austudy now to avoid the last minute rush at the start of the new semester. Youth Allowance provides financial assistance for eligible young people who pursue further study or an apprenticeship after leaving school. Austudy provides assistance to eligible students and apprentices aged 25 or older. Claiming as early as possible gives new university starters the best chance of having their payment approved Read more…

I welcome the announcement that the Morrison Liberal Government has doubled the financial support available to schools impacted by drought to improve support offered to local students and their families. In times of drought, it is essential we ensure that our children continue to receive a world-class education. We also need to support our schools because of the important role they play as a rallying point for our community. Our Government is providing $20 million to assist non-government schools facing Read more…

I congratulate the following 29 schools in Corangamite which have received funding under the Morrison Liberal Government’s Local Schools Community Fund. A total of $30.2 million has been made available to provide all schools; government, Catholic and independent, with funding for small scale projects to meet priorities identified by schools and their communities. This is a major win for these school communities and I am delighted that the Liberals are providing such valuable support. Aireys Inlet Primary School for air-conditioning $5,000 Apollo Bay P-12 Read more…

The Liberal and Nationals Government is working to ensure our farming future by investing $5 million to bring kids and farms closer together. Liberal Senator for Victoria, Sarah Henderson, said kids were increasingly removed from directly experiencing life on the land which was a barrier to choosing agriculture as a career and allowed myths to perpetuate. “Australian agriculture has a bright and prosperous future so we need to place a high value on educating young people about where and how their food Read more…

I wish all the students heading back to school the best of luck for the year ahead. In Victoria there are around 990,000 students heading back into the classroom for 2020 this week. Of those, 82,000 children will begin school for the first time in Prep/Foundation year. To the students heading into their final year of school, I encourage you all to make the most of your education. Our education system is world class and the Morrison Liberal Government is Read more…

I congratulate the many Victorians who have been awarded Australia Day Honours today.  As The Prime Minister stated in his special Australia Day message, “Our achievements are the product of perseverance, passion, respect and struggle. But we would have it no other way because we love this land, in all its beauty and terror, in all its riches and blessings.” Australia Day Honours recognise the incredible achievements and service of others.  I warmly congratulate and pay tribute to the following local residents.  Mr Read more…