Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies is attending the 86th State Conference of the Country Women’s Association in Geraldton today.
Ms Davies said the Country Women’s Association (CWA) plays an important role in fostering strong regional communities.
“The CWA have a long history of... (14-Jul)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies is encouraging people in the Mid West to have their say about proposed electricity upgrades in the region.
Western Power is holding a series of public forums in Geraldton and Three Springs during July to discuss the proposed construction of a new 330,00... (09-Jul)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies is calling for individuals in regional areas to nominate for this year’s Count Me In Awards, celebrating commitment to inclusion for people with disability.
These awards recognise the outstanding achievements of individuals, State and local government, ... (07-Jul)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region, Mia Davies, has welcomed the State Government’s announcement of successful recipients in the latest round of the Regional Airports Development Scheme (RADS).
Almost $7 million was allocated to RADS, including $5.5 million from Royalties for Regions.
Airp... (01-Jul)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has welcomed yesterday’s announcement that regional businesses wanting to establish or expand in edge of electricity grid and remote locations will be assisted with funding from Royalties for Regions.
Ms Davies said this is huge win for regional busines... (02-Jun)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region, Mia Davies MLC, has welcomed the Government’s reinvestment in the infill sewage program, saying those areas that need it the most should be done as soon as possible.
A total of $100 million over four years was committed to the program in the recent State Budget, ... (01-Jun)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for Central Wheatbelt, Brendon Grylls and Member for the Agricultural Region, Mia Davies have called on the Federal Government to review current child care legislation to better cater for small, regional day care facilities.
“Red tape and a Canberra-centric attitude are creating major ... (27-May)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies co-hosted a workshop in Perenjori on Tuesday, bringing together government, community and industry to discuss how Mid West communities can capture the benefits of the resources boom in the region.
The ‘Leaving a Legacy’ workshop focused on how loc... (14-May)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region, Mia Davies has welcomed this week’s announcement that more people will be able to access the Country Age Pension Fuel Card Scheme.
Ms Davies said the Royalties for Regions Country Age Pension Fuel Card is already assisting thousands of seniors in regional areas w... (13-May)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has welcomed the announcement from Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman that Western Australia will host a pilot of drought reform measures aimed at preparing farm businesses and rural communities for future challenges.
Mr Redman and Federal Agric... (06-May)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has welcomed the opening of the new $54.5 million Muchea Livestock Centre.
Ms Davies joined guests to witness the charity auction at the facility before sales commenced yesterday. Proceeds from the auction will go to the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
“T... (04-May)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has welcomed today’s demonstration against the government’s proposed ‘stop and search’ laws as a display highlighting our State’s healthy democratic system.
Human rights group Search for your rights lead the demonstration at Parliament House today.
Ms ... (20-Apr)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has congratulated Wyalkatchem farmers Ian and Dianne Haggerty on winning a prestigious agricultural innovation award.
Ms Davies presented the A & K Hill Green Agriculture Innovation Award (WA) at the Natural Resource Management Community Forum in Wo... (15-Apr)
Author: Mia Davies
Country Arts WA is currently seeking submissions for the 2011 Shows on the Go, a regional touring program which is greatly encouraged by Member for the Agricultural Region, Mia Davies.
The tour offers producers of professional performing arts to include their productions in the touring Menu and vis... (14-Apr)
Author: Mia Davies
Member for the Agricultural Region Mia Davies has urged young people in the Agricultural Region to participate in National Youth Week, with events taking place across the Wheatbelt and Mid West.
More than 100 events will take place across WA from 10–18 April 2010 as part of National Youth Week, inc... (13-Apr)