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07 November 2019
Victoria Minister for Veterans Robin Scott Introducing The New Victorian Veterans Council Chair Victor P Taffa Andrews Government has welcomed Roger Clifton as the new Chairperson of the Victorian Veterans Council. “I welcome Mr. Clifton to the role and am confident he will work hard to advocate for our veterans.” Minister for Veterans Robin Scott […]
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05 November 2019
New South Wales Minister for Disability Services Gareth Ward New South Wales Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor Cash Injection For Youth Projects Victor P Taffa Projects promoting life skills, positive mental health initiatives and employment outcomes are among successful recipients of the New South Wales Government’s $1.5 Million Youth Opportunities program. Minister for Families […]
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03 November 2019
Northern Minister for Health Natasha Fyles Northern Territory Disability Awards Victor P Taffa Henbury School has been awarded the Overall Award for Excellence at the Northern Territory Disability Services and Inclusion Awards tonight. “Territorians living with a disability want and deserve access to high quality services and to be able to participate in safe and […]
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28 October 2019
Northern Territory Minister for Justice Natasha Fyles Latest Round Of CBF Grants Awarded Victor P Taffa Northern Territory Government has awarded $4.8 Million to local community organisations in the latest round of the Community Benefit Fund (CBF) major grants. “Community Benefit Fund is an important funding stream for local organisations to continue to provide community […]
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18 October 2019
Northern Territory Minister for Territory Families Dale Wakefield First Youth Bush Camps Begin In Central Australia Victor P Taffa Two groups of at-risk young people will participate in the first Back on Track youth bush camps this month. “Youth crime, any crime is unacceptable. Young people who do the wrong thing will face the consequences […]
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15 October 2019
Australian Capital Territory Minister for Disability Suzanne Orr Australian Capital Territory’s First Wheelchair Accessible Barbeques Victor P Taffa Australian Capital Territory Government has installed new wheelchair accessible barbeques at two of Canberra’s most popular summer hotspots, Pine Island and the Cotter Bend. Minister for Disability Suzanne Orr said the new barbeques demonstrate the Australian Capital […]
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09 October 2019
New South Wales Minister for Disability Services Gareth Ward Improving Services And Supports For People With Disability In New South Wales Victor P Taffa People with disability who come into contact with the justice system will be better supported back into the community under a landmark agreement struck at the COAG Disability Reform Council today. […]
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25 September 2019
Northern Territory Minister for Territory Families Dale Wakefield Release Of The October School Holiday Program Victor P Taffa Northern Territory Government’s investment in the school holiday programs will see over 250 activities occurring throughout the Territory in the upcoming school holidays (28 Sept-13 Oct). “Territory Government’s investment in school holidays programs will see over 250 […]
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06 September 2019
Western Australia Minister for Regional Development Alannah MacTiernan Preston Beach Community Centre Officially Opened Victor P Taffa New community facility for Preston Beach Upgraded facilities include increased bookable office space, greater capacity for events and fire evacuation as well as access for people with disability A new and improved community centre will provide a hub […]
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01 September 2019
Queensland Deputy Premier Jackie Trad New Family Responsibilities Commissioner Appointed Victor P Taffa Trailblazing Indigenous and human rights advocate Tammy Williams has been appointed in the role of Family Responsibilities Commissioner. Ms. Williams will officially start in the role on 2 September, replacing long-serving Commissioner David Glasgow. Ms. Williams is a Murri woman from the […]
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31 August 2019
Northern Minister for Territory Families Dale Wakefield 34 Early Referrals For Back On Track Programs Victor P Taffa Most extensive suite of measures to address the issue of young offenders ever seen in the Territory will commence in the coming weeks. Back on Track includes programs that have a track record of preventing further crime […]
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26 August 2019
Tasmania Minister for Human Services Roger Jaensch Discounts And Concession Guide Released Victor P Taffa 2019-2020 Tasmanian Government Discounts and Concessions Guide is now available to support Tasmanians from all walks of life, from students to older Tasmanians, or those that may need a bit of extra support, Minister for Human Services Roger Jaensch said. […]
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21 August 2019
New South Wales Minister for Families Communities and Disability Gareth Ward Strengthening Child Protection Legislation Victor P Taffa Children will be better protected by legislation introduced in Parliament today which builds on the New South Wales Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse. Minister for Families Communities and Disability […]
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18 August 2019
Queensland Minister for Seniors Coralee O’Rourke Queensland Goes Age-Friendly For Seniors Week Victor P Taffa Queenslanders of all ages are being encouraged to celebrate and participate in Queensland Seniors Week which commenced on Saturday 17 August 2019. Seniors Week is the state’s premier event for older Queenslanders, bringing together young and old for a week-long […]
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18 August 2019
Western Australia Minister for Seniors and Ageing Mick Murray Western Australia Minister for Lands Ben Wyatt Construction Starts On Innovative New Aged Care Facility In Claremont Victor P Taffa Oryx Communities commences construction of innovative new multigenerational community at Claremont on the Park Key component of the McGowan Government priority to increase aged care options […]
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08 August 2019
New South Wales Minister for Seniors John Sidoti It’s Business Time For Older Workers Victor P Taffa New South Wales Government is stepping up the fight against age discrimination in the workplace announcing a new toolkit to help employers, managers and HR professionals engage and retain older workers. Minister for Seniors John Sidoti said it […]
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08 July 2019
New South Wales Minister for Water Property and Housing Melinda Pavey Government To Boost Social And Affordable Housing In Regional New South Wales Victor P Taffa Vulnerable people across regional New South Wales will have access to brand new, fit-for-purpose social and affordable housing thanks to a $41 Million investment from the New South Wales […]
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04 July 2019
Australian Institute Of Health And Welfare People In Disadvantaged Areas More Likely To Be Injured Than Other Australians Victor P Taffa Australians who live in disadvantaged areas are more likely to be admitted to hospital with injuries than those who live in more affluent areas, according to a new report by the Australian Institute of […]
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01 July 2019
New South Wales Minister for Disability Services Gareth Ward Delivering Outcomes For People With Disability Victor P Taffa People with disability in New South Wales will be better supported through the NDIS after multiple landmark decisions were made at today’s COAG Disability Reform Council. Minister for Families Communities and Disability Services Gareth Ward said the […]
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28 June 2019
Tasmania Treasurer Peter Gutwein Making Electricity Concessions Simpler And Keeping Costs Low Victor P Taffa Hodgman Government will ensure eligible Tasmanians do not miss out on electricity concessions because of administrative errors or delays beyond their control, Treasurer Peter Gutwein said. “Previously, authorised electricity retailers were only able to pay concessions from the date they […]
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