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Michael McCormack MP

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25.01.2022 The Liberal & Nationals Government’s are delivering $135 million to promote the recovery & resilience of regional Australia. It will support existing regional plans by developing a package of targeted initiatives to deliver jobs, economic recovery & economic diversification. #RegionsMatter #Connectivity #Jobs

23.01.2022 The Gundagai Tigers - Gdrlfc have romped home in the Grand Final of the Group 9 Rugby League, heading off old rivals the Tumut Blues Rugby League Club. Jack and Matt Lyons ensured the Tigers were the kings of the jungle scoring 5 of Gundagai’s 7 tries as the fast and exciting encounter finished 40 to 18.

23.01.2022 Addressing the Regional Australia Institute today on building a stronger, more resilient regional Australia to drive our economic recovery. The Liberal and Nationals Government is doing exactly that through $385 million of investment in regional Australia announced this week alone. The new measures announced to support our regional communities include: ... $100 million for new Regional Recovery Partnerships $30 million for the Regional Connectivity Program $5 million for a new Building Resilient Regional Leaders initiative. We’re backing our regions to bounce back and thrive, to drive our economic recovery. Watch my full address here - https://bit.ly/36kd8JZ #RegionsMatter

22.01.2022 The brave efforts of some of our most dedicated heroes have been honoured with the annual National Search & Rescue Council’s Australian Search & Rescue Awards. The awards have recognised 13 recipients who helped save lives in dangerous situations. Australian Maritime Safety Authority - AMSA... The winners of the 2020 Australian Search and Rescue awards are: Professional Search and Rescue Award Recipients: Western Australian Search and Rescue Dive Team Professional Commendation Award Recipients: ‘Westpac 1’ Rescue Helicopter Crew Long-standing Contribution to Search and Rescue Award Recipient: William (Bill) Folder, Tasmanian State Emergency Service. Long-standing Contribution to Search and Rescue Commendation Recipient: Tony Clitheroe, Rockingham Volunteer Marine Rescue, WA.

22.01.2022 #LIVE: Update after today's National Cabinet Meeting

22.01.2022 #LIVE: Digital Business Plan to drive Australia's economic recovery

21.01.2022 More cash to fix roads & boost jobs in regional Australia Round 2 of the Fixing Local Roads program opened today, with $136.4 million in funding going towards shovel-ready projects in regional NSW communities. This is money for small projects that make a big difference in people’s everyday lives, generating more jobs & stimulating local economies through #COVID.... #RegionsMatter

20.01.2022 With hundreds of jobs required to fulfil the $693.8m construction works on the latest section of #InlandRail, it was inspiring to catch up with #Moree locals & hear how local communities along the line can reach out & be involved. Local CWA branch put on a great morning tea!

20.01.2022 The Morrison-McCormack Government will inject $250 million in a regional tourism package to encourage more Australians to travel & stay in the regions, boosting regional jobs & local economies. For more information - https://bit.ly/346HjSg #BuildingOurFuture #RegionsMatter

19.01.2022 Better bridges & roads mean more efficient & safer freight routes supporting local jobs & communities. 350+ projects will share in $290m+ in Aus Gov funding under R5 of Bridges Renewal Program (BRP) & R7 of Heavy Vehicle Safety & Productivity Program (HVSPP). #RegionsMatter

18.01.2022 Today the congestion-busting NorthConnex opened to traffic! The 9-kilometre tunnel will benefit heavy vehicle drivers & road users alike, saving up to 15 minutes & bypassing 21 traffic lights. It’s part of our $110 billion pipeline of investment.... #BuildingOurFuture See more

18.01.2022 Always handy to have a hard hat and safety goggles on around George Christensen, AKA the flying nun.

17.01.2022 All parts of Australia's #aviation industry have been hit hard by COVID-19, the Aus Govt is working with industry & the community to chart the industry's post-pandemic recovery. More details on the 'Future of Aviation' Discussion Paper here bit.ly/2SgTOp4 #RegionsMatter #Aviation #Airports

17.01.2022 #MelbourneCup-winning jockey, Jye McNeil's post-race interview is proof that you don't have to be in a city to be connected. Whether you’re in inner-city Melbourne or in a paddock mid-harvest it truly is the #RaceThatStopsTheNation. #RegionsMatter

16.01.2022 Today I joined Keith Pitt, Michelle Landry, Tony Hopkins - LNP for Rockhampton and Adrian De Groot - LNP for Keppel to talk about the benefits in #Budget2020 for regional Queensland. Our investments in road safety upgrades, water infrastructure and local roads and community infrastructure projects will create jobs for Queenslanders. #RegionsMatters

16.01.2022 Great to see Hawthorn Football Club player & AFL Riverina boy Luke Breust today. Luke spent pre-season training on the chaser bin, following his father Allan, a former Temora century goalkicker, for harvest. That's how you do pre-season you go to the bush & help Dad with harvest! ... AFLNSWACT

15.01.2022 "Some of the real heroes in COVID-19 have been train drivers and intermodal workers, who have delivered ... We’re tackling the growing and changing freight task and Inland Rail is going to dovetail into that." Read more of my Q&A with Rail Express below. ... https://bit.ly/3kK0F6T #InlandRail

15.01.2022 Today’s announcement of the trans-Tasman bubble is a win for regional areas, with holidayers, workers & family reunions set to arrive from New Zealand. Australia & NZ’s relationship has always been strong & we look forward to welcoming them to NSW & the NT on Oct 16. #TravelBubble

15.01.2022 Road-tripping with Keith Pitt on the Bruce Highway today, talking about the #Budget2020. Only LNP - Liberal National Party & Deb Frecklington MP have a strong plan for Queensland's post-COVID recovery. They will deliver the local jobs, infrastructure & economic plan to get #Queensland working again.

14.01.2022 Travelling up the mighty Bruce Highway in #QLD today on my way North. Looking forward to seeing the finished, future & current projects funded under our $10 billion Bruce Highway Upgrade Program. It's all part of our record $110 billion investment in transport infrastructure.... #BuildingOurFuture

14.01.2022 61 Balo , #Moree, coffee with a smile literally. With Mark Coulton MP this morning eagerly anticipating the turning of the first sod on the Narrabri to North Star section of #InlandRail. #SmallBiz #RegionsMatter

13.01.2022 In the great regional town of #Yeppoon celebrating the International Day of Rural Women with some of the fantastic women at Lure Living. The theme of this year is building rural women’s resilience in the wake of COVID-19 and one industry that knows how hard #COVID has been is the hospitality industry. Despite this, Shona, Indie, Mikayla, Cindy and Gemma were all smiles today showing just how positive our regional and rural women are. ... #RegionsMatter #InternationalDayofRurallWomen

12.01.2022 Our record $110 billion investment in infrastructure will create jobs & make roads safer. George Christensen & I visited the Mackay Northern Access Road, which the Liberal Party of Australia & National Party of Australia Government has committed $96.3million of the $120.3 million project. This project created 150 jobs for the Mackay region, with more than 70% of these locals. ... It’s a great local example of how our investment in infrastructure is creating jobs, strengthening communities and supporting local economies at this tough time. #RegionsMatter #BuildingOurFuture

12.01.2022 In Bundaberg with Keith Pitt, David Batt MP & Stephen Bennett MP talking about #Budget2020 & LNP - Liberal National Party’s plan to create local jobs. In the #Budget2020 the Liberal Party of Australia and National Party of Australia Government is investing $1.3 billion in new infrastructure projects in Queensland, as well as an additional $202 million in funding under the Local Roads & Community Infrastructure (LRCI) and $522 million funding under the overall $2 billion in ne...w road safety commitments. We know when QLD’s strong so is the nation & our new infrastructure investments in QLD projects will boost the economy post-COVID. #RegionsMatter

12.01.2022 Planes in the air = jobs on the ground. We're extending the aviation support for domestic & regional airlines to support major domestic routes & ensure regional & remote communities continue to receive essential air services. Read more - https://bit.ly/3cBsw5T

11.01.2022 Our truckies have worked hard throughout #COVID19. The National Freight Code we put in place ensured our supermarket shelves were kept stocked & essential supplies, including much-needed medical items were delivered. Thank you to all drivers across the nation ... #ThankaTruckie

11.01.2022 Yesterday marked 103 years since the Charge of the Light Horse Brigade at Beersheba. At the commemorative service in #WaggaWagga, I was pleased to announce $150K funding for a bronze life-size statue to honour the brave Australian soldiers & their horses. #LestWeForget

11.01.2022 A tremendous personal story emerged after the publication of the feature article about Poitrel in The Age. Angela Horton read the piece and messaged me the following: I just finished reading your article in The Age and thought I'd reach out to tell you a little of a story about my Grandma, Margaret Conlan.... Margaret was born on Wednesday 3rd November 1920. Her father, Phil Perkins, was a bookmaker and also the commission agent for the Moses brothers so Poitrel winning the Cup the day before her birth was a huge event. Family lore has long been that for some time Phil wanted Margaret, his fourth child but only daughter, to be name Poitrella. In later years when wanting to poke fun at Grandma the more cheeky amongst the grandchildren would call her Poitrella. It nearly always elicited a hearty laugh from Grandma who delighted in telling us that it was only through her mother's very strong insistence that she avoided being named Poitrella. Grandma is currently living in a nursing home in Parkville, Melbourne. It was ravaged by the coronavirus and our family had grave fears for Grandma for the many horrible months of lockdown. The nursing home has now been declared virus free and she is currently allowed one visitor per day. We are gathering as a family in the park area outside the nursing home on her hundredth birthday this Tuesday and are hopeful that she will be well enough to be able to come and join us for a quick rendition of Happy Birthday and slice of cake. Anyway, it's not often that you hear stories of Poitrel these days so I just thought I'd reach out and say thanks for your article which gave a few more details of Poitrel's win. Margaret did indeed celebrate her special birthday today and will be barracking for No. 17 The Chosen One in today’s big race as that’s what she drew in the family sweep. To read my article in The Age, visit https://bit.ly/3jRmNv0.

10.01.2022 The #Budget handed down on Tuesday night was one for the regions. Our Budget announcements will create jobs, strengthen communities & boost local economies. Regional Australia must have & will have the support it needs to recover & grow from #COVID. ... #RegionsMatter

10.01.2022 #LIVE: Transforming Australian manufacturing to rebuild our economy

10.01.2022 Small & large businesses will benefit under #Budget2020. Many have faced & beaten drought, bushfires & floods & we're determined they'll beat the challenges of #COVID. The Australian Government is delivering the incentives to #SupportSmallBiz. Triple M Riverina

10.01.2022 An honour to be with Mark Coulton MP, in Moree to turn the first sod for the next section of #InlandRail Narrabri to North Star. A $693.8 million & 171km project, delivering jobs & boosting the local economy, now & for generations to come. #RegionsMatter #BuildingOurFuture

09.01.2022 This fantastic organisation makes such a difference to the lives of sick children and their families in rural and regional NSW. Last week we launched the latest edition to its fleet, funded by the Federal Government so it can continue to support families through tough times. #RegionsMatter

08.01.2022 A record $110b will be spent on transport infrastructure projects around the country to support our JobMaker plan as we begin the #COVID economic recovery. These projects won’t just benefit the workers in the high-vis, they will have flow-on effects to all parts of the local community, from the café selling bacon & egg rolls to the accommodation services. The Liberal Party of Australia & National Party of Australia have the economic plan to deliver jobs & support communities... at a time it's needed most. #Budget2020 #RegionsMatter

07.01.2022 #LIVE: We’re backing our regions with a $385 million investment so they can bounce back to thrive, then drive our economic recovery.

07.01.2022 Memorable night at Junee Shire Council’s newly-renovated Athenium Theatre Junee with an appreciative audience enjoying a superb #CountryHalls gig by AriaOfficial-winning Fanny Lumsden & her terrific band. So glad Federal funding was put to upgrading this great venue. Every cent well spent! Steph Cooke MP

07.01.2022 Many Australians will be on the roads as school holidays start, visiting family and friends and taking a break after a difficult few months. Make sure you drive carefully and look out for your safety and others while on the road. Take regular breaks, pay attention and drive to conditions #roadsafety is everyone’s responsibility.

07.01.2022 Round 2 of the Regional Airports Program is now open. The Liberal Party of Australia & National Party of Australia Government recognise the critical role air services play in regional communities across Australia. They are a vital link for communities, facilitating the delivery of essential goods and services such as food supplies, health care and passenger air services. ... That’s why we’ve committed $100 million over four years to improve the safety and accessibility of airports in the regions. Round 1 was announced in June this year, with $41.2 million approved for 61 projects across regional Australia. There will be a further $58.8 million in funding available under Round 2, with applications opening today. The Guidelines and further information can be found online at https://www.business.gov.au/rap. Pictured: Benambra Airstrip sealing of the runway. #RegionsMatter #Aviation

07.01.2022 #SmallBiz #RegionsMatter

07.01.2022 The 1,700km corridor of commerce, #InlandRail is a transformational project. It will strengthen our nation’s freight task, create more jobs & boost regional communities. The recently completed #Parkes to #Narromine section injected $110m into local businesses that’s delivery!

07.01.2022 Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack is imploring state premiers across Australia to begin reopening their borders in a bid to boost domestic travel and support the struggling airline sector.

07.01.2022 This week I launched the The Regional Australia Institute Regional Activators Alliance & the national awareness campaign to drive people to the regions. Regional Australia is the best place to live, work, invest and raise a family but don't take my word for it. Visit the regions and see for yourself.... #RegionsMatter #RAA

07.01.2022 Today is Day for Daniel, a day dedicated to raising awareness of child safety, protection & harm prevention. The theme is wear red, educate & donate. To buy a badge, donate or for more information on the work of the organisation, visit www.danielmorcombe.com.au... Daniel Morcombe Foundation

06.01.2022 It's been a year like no other, but like many, our teachers have risen to the challenge. A big thank you on #WorldTeachersDay to our nation's teachers, including my daughter Georgina, for your hard work. Whether it's weekends spent marking or virtual learning well done.... #teachersday #thankteachers #brightfuture See more

06.01.2022 The aviation industry was hit first and hit hardest by COVID-19 shutdowns, right across the world. Together with the aviation industry, the @LiberalAus & @The_Nationals Government is developing a long term plan for a stronger, more sustainable aviation sector. Submissions on how we can continue to support the sector and on policies to enable aviation businesses to continue to deliver essential services to the Australian community close 13 November 2020. ... Have your say on the future of aviation - https://bit.ly/31NRNpn #FutureofAviation #RegionsMatter

06.01.2022 We want to get on with the job of building much-needed job-creating infrastructure in #Queensland. Whether it’s water infrastructure or road upgrades the LNP - Liberal National Party & National Party of Australia will back our regions to thrive, so they can drive our economic recovery. #RegionsMatter #Budget2020

05.01.2022 The Liberal Party of Australia & National Party of Australia Government has extended the HomeBuilder Scheme until 31 March, with eligible buyers receiving $15,000 from 1 Jan-31 March. This scheme has helped support one million Australian jobs by boosting the construction industry through #COVID19.

05.01.2022 We are working tirelessly to get as many Australians home by Christmas as possible. Contrary to false claims made by Labor today, the process to help re-book passengers travelling to Sydney from San Francisco began last night & there are no issues w/ caps. Read my full statement below https://www.michaelmccormack.com.au//helping-australians-r

05.01.2022 #BREAKING: We’re putting planes in the air above the Tasman which means boots on the ground in our tourism regions. The Australia-NZ travel bubble has been finalised, with NSW & the NT set to welcome NZ visitors. So NZ - come for a holiday, for work or even for love.

04.01.2022 An honour to present Tom Forrester, 98, his 75th Anniversary medallion in #Parkes. This is only a small but meaningful token of our nation’s eternal thanks to our WWII #Veterans. We must always remember those who served.... #TYFYS See more

04.01.2022 A great local example of how this kind of investment in infrastructure can boost local communities. This road will not only benefit motorists, but also support the local economy through the creation of jobs. ...and I’ll win again

03.01.2022 The new Mackay Park Aquatics, Arts & Leisure Centre in Batemans Bay will be a huge boon for the community, not just in access to facilities but also in the creation of jobs. If there’s one thing that will help us through COVID-19, it’s local construction & local jobs. #RegionsMatter ... Senator Hollie Hughes Andrew Constance MP Eurobodalla Shire Council See more

03.01.2022 #LIVE: Australia / New Zealand travel bubble

03.01.2022 #Groom the polls are now open! Garth Hamilton - LNP for Groom & the LNP - Liberal National Party have a plan that will get people back in jobs, businesses back in business & strengthen the community. He will deliver the economic plan & infrastructure investment the people of #Toowoomba need, want & deserve.

03.01.2022 The Narrabri to North Star section of the nation-building 1,700km corridor of commerce #InlandRail is now under construction. This transformational project not only sets Australia on a track to future prosperity but will provide immediate stimulus to these local economies.

03.01.2022 The 29th of September is National Police Remembrance Day. This is an important day to remember and honour the police officers whose lives have been cut short while performing their duty. My thoughts are with the families of the officers. They will never be forgotten.... Australian Federal Police Victoria Police NSW Police Force South Australia Police Tasmania Police Queensland Police Service ACT Policing Western Australia Police Force Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services See more

02.01.2022 Our economic comeback from #COVID19 is being driven by regional Australia, by those rural & remote communities across the nation. And National Party of Australia in Government are backing them with infrastructure investments so they can continue to rebuild, regenerate & lead the recovery. #RegionsMatter #BuildingOurFuture

02.01.2022 #BuildingOurFuture

01.01.2022 Last night I joined George Christensen and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg for a post-Budget presentation to the Resource Industry Network (RIN) at the Resource Centre for Excellence in Mackay. Great to participate in a Q&A discussing the Budget, infrastructure, water security, COVID-19 and more. RIN Chair David Hartigan also showed us around the new facility, which includes a fit-out of an underground mining simulator and laboratories.... When Queensland is strong, so too is our nation and it was fantastic to meet with so many passionate industry representatives to talk about the future of QLD. #Budget2020 #ResourcesIndustry #Infrastructure

01.01.2022 If you counted up all the paperwork filled out by our truckies, it would amount to 14 B-doubles worth. They can now switch the written work diary for an electronic one, saving money, increasing safety & boosting productivity. Scott Buchholz MP National Heavy Vehicle Regulator ... https://bit.ly/2Ip4Lm

01.01.2022 We continue to support aviation. We’re ensuing that major domestic routes are maintained and that our regional and remote communities right across the nation are continually provided essential air services. Planes in the air = jobs on the ground.