Supporting unpaid carers in Forde

Australia’s hard working unpaid carers will benefit from an additional $85.6 million funding for vital support services thanks to the Turnbull Coalition Government. Federal Member for Forde Bert van Manen MP said the new support services were in recognition of the important contribution unpaid carers were providing to their families, the community, and the nation.…

Forde urged to boost online security

Federal Member for Forde Bert van Manen is encouraging everyone in Forde to take steps to protect their own online safety as part of Stay Smart Online Week. Stay Smart Online Week, which runs from 9-13 October, is a national awareness raising initiative encouraging Australians to be more proactive about their cyber security. Mr van…

Grants available to support Younger Veterans

Member for Forde Bert van Manen is encouraging community and ex-service organisations to apply for grants for projects that deliver sustainable services for younger veterans. Mr van Manen said the Supporting Younger Veterans (SYV) grants program recognises the importance of the transition phase for Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel as they leave the military. “One…