Australian's Disability Strategy 2021-2031

Landmark strategy to support Australians with disability

A transformative new strategy supported by targeted action plans and a robust outcomes framework will help drive change for people with disabilities over the next decade in Toowoomba Region and across the country. Minister for Families and Social Services Anne Ruston said Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031 would be supported by a $250 million investment by…

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Future Drought Fund: Supporting drought resilience in Toowoomba Region

The Future Drought Fund’s $23 million Drought Resilient Soils and Landscapes Program opens today The grants aim to trial and demonstrate land management practices that will improve the natural capital across agricultural landscapes Applications are open until 11 January 2022 Farmers and interested organisations in Toowoomba Region are encouraged to apply for a share of…

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Suicide prevention grants to double, focus on at-risk groups

The Morrison Government is increasing suicide prevention grants to organisations across the country to help reduce Australia’s suicide rate towards zero. Organisations in the Toowoomba Region can now apply for funding through the National Suicide Prevention Leadership and Support Program Grant Opportunity, with $114 million available for national projects that will raise awareness of the…

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CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY FOR TOOWOOMBA REGIONAL COUNCIL WITH CASH BOOST

Toowoomba Regional Council will soon get their share of $1 billion flowing to councils nationwide to improve their local road networks and deliver priority community infrastructure projects. Made possible under the third phase of the Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) program, guidelines for the funding are now online, meaning councils can now start…

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New 10-year plan to support Australians in Toowoomba Region with diabetes

The Morrison Government has marked World Diabetes Day by releasing a new 10-year plan to better support Australians in the Toowoomba Region living with all forms of diabetes. The Australian National Diabetes Strategy 2021–2030 will drive real improvements in the prevention, early detection, management, and care of people with diabetes. Federal Member for Groom Garth…

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Additional support for Australian men battling prostate cancer

From 1 November 2021, Australian men with prostate cancer will have access to a new medication at an affordable price, thanks to the Morrison Government. Federal Member for Groom, Garth Hamilton said the announcement was a further sign that the Morrison Government’s commitment to ensuring Australians can access affordable medicines, when they need them, remains…

$393,461 for Indigenous education & wellbeing programs in Toowoomba Region

The Morrison Government is investing $393,461 to extend support for Indigenous programs in Toowoomba Region as part of the Indigenous Advancement Strategy. Minister for Indigenous Australians, the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP, said the funding will help organisations deliver successful early childhood, schooling, vocational education and training, and safety and wellbeing services for Indigenous Australians…

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COVID-hit events to share in $25m show of support

COVID-busting payments for ag shows and field days Iconic events contribute more than $1 billion to the national economy Funding to also ease rental costs for local showmen and women The Liberal and Nationals Government is helping to ensure agricultural shows and field days in the Toowoomba Region can see off COVID-19 and continue contributing…

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Toowoomba Region Jobs and ADF Personnel Benefit from Health Facility Upgrades

Australian Defence Force personnel and local businesses in Toowoomba Region are reaping the benefits of the Morrison Government’s $212.5 million investment in new and upgraded health facilities at Defence premises across the nation. The construction programs include a range of new and upgraded facilities to provide primary health care services, including dental, pharmacies, mental health,…