A Katanning heritage project is a step closer to reality, thanks to a $2 million State Government Lotterywest windfall. The Shire of Katanning will utilise the significant grant towards the all ages playground and enhancements at Piesse Lake, as part of its extensive Katanning Heritage Centre project. Member for Wagin Terry Waldron MLA was in…
Geraldton put on a weekend to remember this weekend, with the Triple J One Night Stand and the Geraldton Cup being outstanding successes. Nationals WA Member for Parliament Paul Brown MP said, “It was such a great weekend. The Geraldton community really pulled it together, creating such a wonderful, inviting atmosphere for the thousands of…
The Nationals WA have called on both major parties to be clear and candid about their future plans for Royalties for Regions – following statements made by Premier Colin Barnett and members of both major parties around the future of the regional fund. Member for the Mining and Pastoral Region Dave Grills MLC said the…
Four-year energy storage trial for residents at Alkimos Beach $6.7 million trial will examine battery storage and energy efficiency incentives The State Government today announced the start of an energy storage trial for residents at Alkimos Beach, which aims to save participating customers 15 per cent or more on their electricity bills. The $6.7 million…
Vince Catania MLA member for North West Central was pleased to be in Exmouth today along with the Federal Minister for Defence the Hon Marise Payne. Minister Payne was meeting with the shire to discuss the investment of over $400million into Exmouth under Federal Government’s defence white paper plan. Exmouth is poised for big investments including $200million spending…
Made possible by a $15.1 million investment through the State Government’s Royalties for Regions program Four new independent living units available in Woodanilling to provide suitable housing for the ageing community Additional aged care housing options are now available following the official opening of Woodanilling’s four independent living units at Salmon Gum Place today. The…
The Nationals WA have put out the call for dynamic young Western Australians interested in learning more about the political world to nominate themselves for the President’s Advance Program. Developed by The Nationals WA, the President’s Advance Program will take successful applicants on an engaging journey into State and Federal politics. Participants will have the opportunity to participate…
Around $7 million in grants funding is made available each year by the Department of Culture and the Arts (DCA) and Royalties for Regions. Member for Wagin Terry Waldron MLA said funding and support existed for a wide range of artistic opportunities across Western Australia, and encouraged regional residents, businesses and community groups to research…
43 homes delivered in Broome and Derby under the West Kimberley Transitional Housing Program Made possible by $33 million investment through Royalties for Regions Regional Development Minister Terry Redman today officially launched the West Kimberley Transitional Housing Program in Broome. The program is a partnership between State Government – through the Housing Authority – and…
More than $1.2 million in State Government funding will be invested into a program to create leadership and early career development opportunities for young people in country local governments. Local Government Minister Tony Simpson launched the Country Local Government Fund Youth Development Program last week. Member for Wagin Terry Waldron MLA is supportive of the…