The Coalition Government has delivered certainty to people with disability, carers, families and their advocates in Forde by extending funding for a range of programmes transitioning to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The Member for Forde, Bert van Manen said the Government’s priority is to ensure continuity of services to families and carers…
The Australian Government understands that the work performed by members of the Australian Defence Force is unique and crucial to our nation and our security. In recognition of these unique circumstances, the Government has decided to increase the pay for ADF personnel to two per cent per annum, over the life of the agreement,…
Businesses and community organisations in Forde can now apply for support to boost the skills of youth under youth stream pilot programmes through the Industry Skills Fund. Bert van Manen MP said the Training for Employment Scholarships and Youth Employment Pathways are new ways of delivering skilled young employees to businesses on in Logan and…
Applications are now open for community organisations, environment groups and local councils to apply for Green Army projects to support practical environment and conservation activities in our region through Round 3 of the Programme. “The Green Army provides opportunities for young Australians aged 17-24 years to gain training and experience in environmental and conservation fields…
Councils in Forde have welcomed their third quarterly payment under the Australian Government’s Financial Assistance Grant programme. Federal Member for Forde said the Australian Government is providing $575 million to local councils nationwide, including $7,402,023 in Forde. “Councils in the Electorate of Forde will receive a total of $29,608,095 this financial year,” Mr van Manen…
Logan emergency volunteers are celebrating as they gain access to a new public relations trailer and 17 portable global positioning systems. Federal Member for Forde Bert van Manen presented the trailer and GPS device to the Logan State Emergency Services in Beenleigh last night. “The fully funded Australian Government equipment will greatly benefit…
Families living in Forde will benefit from a new initiative aimed at increasing water safety for young children. The initiative is aimed at children under five and teaching them about water safety. The new programme consists of songs, videos and books which communicate the water safety message in a fun and engaging format for youngsters.…
Homes and businesses in Forde are a step closer to getting the National Broadband Network, with build to commence on the network by June 2016. The NBN Co today released its national rollout plan to June 2016, which includes parts of the following suburbs in Forde where the fixed-line build will commence: • Chambers Flat • Munruben…
Local Federal MP Bert van Manen and the Small Business Minister Bruce Billson are preparing for the holiday season by shopping local. van Manen is committed to supporting small and local business across Forde and encourages everyone in the community to do the same. “Small businesses and family enterprise are the economic…
Call for nominations Do you know any students who have demonstrated outstanding skills and commitment in achieving their vocational training while at school? Nominations for the nationally recognised 2014 Australian Vocational Student Prize (AVSP) opened on 15 October 2014 and close on 28 November 2014. Reward your Year 12 students who have excelled at practical,…