A new identity card with the same level of integrity as a driver’s licence will be available from July 1 to assist people who do not possess a driver’s licence or passport to prove their identity. Transport Minister Dean Nalder and Disability Services Minister Helen Morton today launched the new Western Australian photo card, which […]
Water Minister Mia Davies today launched the search for the State’s most creative, innovative and inspirational water users by calling for nominations in the Australian Water Association’s (AWA) annual WA Water Awards. The annual awards are the State’s premier water industry showcase, recognising the work of individuals and groups which demonstrate leadership in managing and […]
The search is on to find Western Australia’s best teachers and top public schools. Education Minister Peter Collier today announced that nominations for the WA Education Awards 2014 were now open. “The awards are an important way to recognise public school teachers, leaders and support staff who inspire students to learn and achieve their best,” […]
Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner and Minister for Primary Industries, Katrina Hodgkinson, have today announced $13 million in new funding to support the rollout of the new national drought program, commencing on 1 July 2014. The $13 million funding package includes: . $8 million for the popular Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate (plus up to $4 million […]
Australia’s first urban downhill mountain bike race will be held on the South Coast of Western Australia this weekend when more than 100 riders gather for the Albany Urban Downhill 2014. Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron said the adventure cycling event would have riders starting in the hills of Mount Clarence above scenic Princess […]
NSW Premier Mike Baird, Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Roads Duncan Gay today said journey times in the Northern Beaches would improve with a $633 million investment over the next five years towards key public transport and road improvements. The investment includes $400 million in major road improvements for the Northern Beaches […]
Almost $1.3 billion will be invested to rebuild the state’s hospitals and health facilities this year, Health Minister Jillian Skinner announced today. Mrs Skinner said major upgrades will commence at hospitals including Westmead, St George, Sutherland and Gosford this year. Work will also begin on the new Byron Central Hospital and a new Campbelltown Hospital […]
The 2014-15 Police Budget includes $153 million in recurrent funding over four years to employ additional police officers, as part of the NSW Liberals & Nationals Governments commitment to increase the authorised strength of the NSW Police Force by a further 309 officers. Minister for Police and Emergency Services Stuart Ayres said by August 2015, […]
The Victorian Coalition Government, Monash Children’s Hospital and Kidsafe have joined forces to warn Victorian parents about the dangers of button batteries. Minister for Consumer Affairs, Heidi Victoria visited Monash Children’s Hospital today to warn parents that button shaped batteries can cause severe, life-threatening injuries if swallowed by children. “Button batteries are found in common […]
The NSW Liberals & Nationals Government has continued its commitment to the future growth and prosperity of communities throughout Western NSW by providing significant investment in infrastructure and services across the region in the 2014-15 Budget. Minister for Western NSW Kevin Humphries said the significant amount of funding for Western NSW is recognition of the […]