Irrigators in the Mining and Pastoral Region are encouraged to apply for a new $20 million competitive grants program. Member for Mining and Pastoral Dave Grills MLC said the grants program, announced by his Nationals WA colleague and Water Minister Mia Davies yesterday, would drive investment in innovative water use for irrigated agriculture. “Irrigation is…
The Australian National Ballooning Championships will be held in Northam this September and will be the most significant event on the Australian ballooning calendar. Local Member Mia Davies welcomed the announcement that Royalties for Regions funding would assist the Northam Aero Club deliver a great event that would benefit Northam and the Avon Valley. “When…
A new Royal Flying Doctor Service aircraft is set to significantly expand aeromedical capacity in Western Australia’s north-west. Made possible by a $23.16 million Royalties for Regions investment in the RFDS, the new Pilatus PC12 aircraft will be based in Broome and fitted with the latest in medical, communications and aviation technology. Member for the…
Member for Central Wheatbelt Mia Davies has welcomed the start of construction this month to redevelop the Northam Hospital. The $42 million project forms part of the $500 million Royalties for Regions-funded Southern Inland Health Initiative (SIHI) and is one of 26 hospitals and health centres in the Wheatbelt to undergo new builds or upgrades.…
There were roll-ups a plenty today at the Wonthella Bowling Club. As hosts of the Paul Brown Three’s competition, the Wonthella Bowling Club was bustling with over 78 players making up 26 teams. With bowlers from Wonthella, Geraldton, Northampton, Dongara, Mullewa and Mingenew taking to the greens, the day was full of camaraderie and competition.…
Member for the Mining and Pastoral Region Dave Grills MLC has welcomed today’s $12.5 million State Government funding commitment, which will allow for the completion of the Broome to Cape Leveque Road sealing project. Mr Grills said the entire $65 million local road project cost had now been met, thanks to the latest funding boost…
Older residents in the Avon Valley region will soon have increased opportunities to remain close to home as they age, thanks to a $46.19 million State Government investment. Member for Central Wheatbelt Mia Davies MLA said the Avon Aged Housing Alliance had received $6 million in Royalties for Regions funding as part of the overall…
Older residents in the Wagin electorate will soon have increased opportunities to remain close to home as they age, thanks to a $46.19 million investment by the State Government. Member for Wagin Terry Waldron MLA was in Wickepin and Katanning today for the official announcement of two local housing projects, made possible by the Royalties…
Member for Wagin Terry Waldron MLA has congratulated some of the Wagin electorate’s best, after eight local students were named in the State’s top public secondary school awards list for their outstanding achievements in 2016. A total of 199 students were announced as winners of the State Government’s Best and Brightest Award. “I’m delighted students…
Esperance families will soon have access to a state-of-the-art maternity ward as part of the latest stage of the State Government’s $32.75 million redevelopment of the Esperance Health Campus. Member for the Mining and Pastoral Region Dave Grills MLC joined Minister for Regional Development Terry Redman in Esperance today for the official opening of the…