Since March, the Australian Government’s Economic Support Payments have delivered $8.8 billion to over 7 million Australians, with 54,654 payments made to residents of Mackellar. That equals almost $40,990,500 being paid into the pockets of Mackellar residents alone.
The Federal Government is taking action to secure Australia’s long-term fuel supply, keep prices low for consumers and create over 1000 new jobs through a new domestic fuel security package.
Shark nets have always been controversial in beaches communities. They don’t prevent shark attacks by repelling sharks, they cull them. This has unintended consequences of harming iconic marine wildlife including dolphins, turtles and rays.
A Northern Beaches not-for-profit community organisation has received a grant of $4,980 to purchase a defibrillator and GPS trackers to improve the safety of their clients.
Northern Beaches residents are being encouraged to learn more about the stories of our Second World War veterans as the 75th anniversary of the end of the war on 15 August approaches.
A special commemorative medallion marking the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War on 15 August is now available to every living Second World War veteran in Mackellar to say, ‘thank you for your service’.
In front of today’s Parliamentary inquiry into litigation funder, Slater and Gordon tried to claim that the Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, had met with the US chamber of commerce (who according to Slater and Gordon are “a foreign lobby group”).
Northern Beaches MP Jason Falinski has provided a grant to the Northern Beaches Veterans Centre which will help to fund their essential support measurers.
The Morrison Government will help Northern Beaches businesses as they move into the recovery phase of the coronavirus crisis by extending the Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme which supports small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) to get access to the funding they need to adapt and innovate during the coronavirus crisis.
The JobKeeper program and the Coronavirus Supplement have been extended for those on the Northern Beaches under the next phase of our support for affected businesses and households.
There are a range of factors that make up an effective business environment, one in which innovative ideas and entrepreneurial ambitions are nurtured and are translated into a commercial success. One clear factor is the ability of a business to help attract, retain and motivate skilled employees to help a business grow.
From July 1 2020, over 40,000 small and family businesses on the Northern Beaches will be paying less tax as a result of legislated tax cuts passed by the Morrison Government.
Residents of Terrey Hills are set to receive a boost to their mobile phone reception with the announcement of a proposal to build a Mobile Phone Base Station at Terrey Hills.
On 25 June 1950, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Army crossed south of the border into the Republic of Korea and captured the capital, Seoul, within days.
The Australian Government is backing high performing athletes across Mackellar by investing $50.6 million over the next two years to ensure Australia remains a world-leading sporting nation.
It is our responsibility here on the Northern Beaches to protect our beautiful beaches and waterways. From Palm Beach down to Manly the Pacific Ocean provides us with a big part of our lifestyle.
The Northern Beaches is home to some of the most beautiful waterways and bushland in Sydney. Let this World Environment Day be a reminder for all Australians of the importance of practical environmental steps we can all take to protect our environment and our native species.
At a time when many livelihoods have been destroyed and others under threat it is only natural to revert to interacting more with our closest family and friends and withdrawing from more loose social connections. Much of this has happened naturally as our favourite restaurants and pubs closed. However, now more than ever before it is crucial to reach out and reconnect.
The Federal Government will provide a funding injection for 15 local community groups and organisations in Mackellar to support the work for local volunteers.
Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski has said non-government schools in Mackellar would benefit from an additional $10 million investment from the Coalition Government to enhance hygiene measures.
Charities and community organisations on the Northern Beaches are set to receive emergency funding to support locals in the wake of the COVID-19 economic downturn.
The Australian Government is urging Australians with chronic health conditions not to neglect their regular health care, but continue to consult with their doctors in order to best manage their condition.
Residents of Cottage Point are set to benefit from new and improved mobile coverage under Round 5 of the Federal Government’s $380 million Mobile Black Spot Program. Funding has been granted for one macro cell (base station) at Cottage Point in partnership with Optus.
The Baha’i community come from all different backgrounds with shared commitments to the teachings of Baha’u’llah, the prophet and founder of the Baha’i faith. They are a valued part of Australian society, and I commend their contribution to social cohesion, unity and community.
The Parliament has now passed the Liberal Government’s $130 billion JobKeeper Payment which will help support jobs, families and businesses across the country.
Member for Mackellar, Jason Falinski has today launched a Northern Beaches food drive on behalf of Street Mission, to support the most vulnerable on the Northern Beaches.
More assistance is being provided to millions of Australians battling the devastating impacts of coronavirus with a $1.1 billion package which boosts mental health services, domestic violence support, medicate assistance for people at home and emergency food relief.
The Morrison Government will provide a historic wage subsidy to around 6 million workers who will receive a flat payment of $1,500 per fortnight through their employer, before tax.
The Australian Government has partnered with the private hospital sector, including the Northern Beaches Hospital to ensure the full resources of our world class health system, are ready and focused on treating patients as required, through the coronavirus pandemic.
There are around 3.4 million small and medium sized businesses in Australia employing around 7.7 million people. These businesses are an integral part of the Australian economy, with their success and growth a key driver of the productivity gains that will benefit all Australians.
Australia now has the third largest pool of savings in the world, but if investment managers want to invest in Australian corporate bonds they must go overseas.
One proposal to reform the GST by raising its rate does not address the biggest challenge facing Australia’s federation; simply put the States are not paying their way.
Member for Mackellar, Mr Jason Falinski has today honoured all those who have served and continue to serve in our military at the Pittwater RSL Remembrance Day service.
COMMEMORATIVE projects in Mackellar may benefit from a funding boost and expanded eligibility of the Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Grants Program.
As the Liberal Party approaches the last quarter of its first century we are reminded that the only way to a fair country is through freedom, for no one person knows the path of happiness for every person; that care and compassion comes not from the generosity of the state but from those who know and love us; that history’s surest pathway to serfdom is by replacing equal rights with equality of outcome; and this is the only way anyone has created a just society.
