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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Queenslanders whose hours of work have been impacted by the current lockdown will be able to claim COVID-19 Disaster Payment. Member for Groom Garth Hamilton said the Australian Government is committed to standing with Australians as we make our way through the global pandemic. “Eligible people will receive $750 per week if they have lost…
Toowoomba Chamber and Member for Groom Garth Hamilton are joining forces to push for Toowoomba’s long-awaited Railway Parklands project to become reality. The concept was first approved by the Queensland Government in 2016 as part of the Toowoomba Railway Parklands Priority Development Area and would see 8.6 hectares of green space created in the city…