Federal Member for Groom, Garth Hamilton MP said students from regional areas who started university this year could still apply for a scholarship worth up to $18,000. Mr Hamilton said Round 5 of the Australian Government’s Rural and Regional Enterprise Scholarship (RRES) program has scholarships available for eligible students who commenced study in 2021. “If…
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…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Toowoomba Region need and deserve. Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, allowing local governing bodies and community groups to nominate projects for grants of up…
$2 million in safety improvement works will soon be delivered along Toowoomba-Karara Road from Todd Road, Cambooya to Southbrook Road, Felton. The jointly funded project is set to begin this month (October) and be completed by December 2021, weather permitting. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce announced the…
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…
The Liberal and Nationals Government is investing in the future of the Toowoomba Region with $5,512,761 in funding for four projects under Round 5 of our highly successful Building Better Regions Fund. Projects to receive funding include: The Great Divide Mountain Bike Destination $3,333,000 Darling Downs Health Museum – Stage…
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,…
The Morrison Government will continue to secure Australia’s economic recovery by expanding support to help apprentices finish their training, protecting the skills pipeline delivered under the government’s successful Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program. The $3.9 billion Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program will extend support into the second and third year of an eligible Australian Apprenticeship through the…
Leadership training providers in the Toowoomba Region are encouraged to apply for the Building Resilient Regional Leaders Initiative pilot program, which will support current and emerging local leaders to become strong voices for the region. Federal Member for Groom Garth Hamilton said this is a great opportunity for people in the Toowoomba Region to develop…
Public feedback is now invited on draft legislation to deliver a better experience for National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants. Member for Groom, Garth Hamilton said that the release of draft legislation for consultation was a major milestone in the Morrison Government’s 2019 promise to set up the scheme for the future, and embed an…