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Ted O'Brien MP

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25.01.2022 What does it mean to be an Australian? Today I had the pleasure of congratulating our newest Australian citizens at citizenship ceremonies here on the Sunshine Coast. To witness 192 people from 43 different backgrounds was truly inspiring. Each and every one of them is now a bonafide Aussie and we’re a stronger nation for it. ... Congratulations and welcome!

25.01.2022 Today’s National Cabinet meeting outcomes.

24.01.2022 The Bruce Highway is the life blood of Queensland's agricultural, freight and tourism sectors. Only the LNP can deliver game-changing infrastructure projects that create jobs and drive our economic recovery.

21.01.2022 Cooking classes to help widowed men is just one of the new offerings planned for the Maroochy Men’s Shed now that the group finally has a home of its own. The build was made possible thanks to a substantial Federal Government Grant and will be officially opened today (Monday 23 November). The $700,000 facility is divided into two sections, with 200sq/mts dedicated to metal and woodwork activities and a further 300sq/mts made up of kitchen and toilet facilities, an auxiliary room for meetings, a library and computer room.

21.01.2022 Teachers and school leaders play a critical role in the lives of our kids, and this has been more evident than ever this year. Teachers have continued to support our students throughout this pandemic, and we owe them a great deal of gratitude for their work. Today, on World Teachers’ Day we pay tribute to every teacher for the hard work and passion they continue to bring to their important job.

21.01.2022 How good is Queensland!

20.01.2022 $300,000 of funding for habitat restoration of Maroochy River, Pumicestone Passage and Deception Bay waterways. The Morrison Government's Fishers for Fish project under the Fisheries Habitat Restoration Program will assist in restoring the health and functionality of the region’s coastal and estuarine fisheries habitats and increase local fish stocks. ***Photo is of myself and daughter Alexandra on a recent visit to the Maroochy Wetlands. ... Read more here: https://bit.ly/37Go5Xf

19.01.2022 We have a comeback plan for the Australian economy which was laid out in the Federal Budget. Check out this neat summary. https://ourcomeback.gov.au/

19.01.2022 What do you get when you combine 12 young entrepreneurs, BIG ideas, and a dedicated team of industry professionals? You get the Generation Innovation challenge - a program designed to fuel a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation on the Sunshine Coast. I know that it isn't always easy for young people to get a job, which is why it makes me so happy each year to see an ambitious group of budding young entreprenurs creating opportunities for themselves through this ...program. Entrepreneurship is a key element of our economy and is especially so on the Sunshine Coast, which is why I think it is so important to back young people to use their passion and abilities in business right from the start. Tonight, we announce the winner. Good luck Innovators!

18.01.2022 #LIVE: An update on bringing Australians home.

18.01.2022 We will remember them. On this Police Remembrance Day, I pay tribute to all who have lost their lives keeping Australia safe. Their sacrifice will not be forgotten. This year it is more important than ever, as we pay tribute in particular to the tragic loss of four brave and dedicated Victoria Police Officers whose lives were cut short in Melbourne earlier this year. Leading Senior Constable Lynette Taylor, Senior Constable Kevin King, Constable Glen Humphris and Constable Joshua Prestney, we honour you today and always - thank you.

18.01.2022 STUFFit Student Film Festival has done it again! Now in its ninth year, this international film festival has been a roaring success. Congratulations to the student management team and all involved

17.01.2022 #StateOfOrigin I’ve brought in the heavy weights for tonight’s decider a box of cane toads to destroy those cockroaches.QUEENSLANDER!

17.01.2022 Great to catch up with students and teachers at St Andrew's Anglican College in Peregian Springs and chat about their 'Nature Brings Nurture Cultural Garden', funded through a $19,000 Local Schools grant from the Federal Government. *NOTE: pic taken pre-COVID earlier this year.

15.01.2022 Now more than ever, Men's Sheds offer a critical avenue for social support and engagement and that's why the Federal Government will continue to support them. The next round of shed grants are now open. https://bit.ly/3kcQUxI Buderim Men's Shed, Maroochy Men's Shed, Coolum Men's Shed, Nambour Men's Shed, Sunshine Valley Men's Shed, YB Men's Shed, Mapleton Men's Shed.

14.01.2022 Gaining insights from the community around matters of regional and national significance is as important as it has ever been right now. This is why I joined my State colleagues last week in running a series of Jobs Forums where we outlined the Government’s ongoing support and heard from you about the difficulties that small and medium businesses are facing right now. Thanks again to: ... Fiona Simpson MP member for Maroochydore Dan Purdie MP member for Ninderry Marty Hunt MP member for Nicklin Brent Mickelberg MP - Member for Buderim

14.01.2022 This week is #MensShedWeek. We are blessed with many Men's (and one Women's) Sheds here on the Coast and I spoke to Aaron Kearney from the podcast The Shed Wireless about the Parliamentary Friends of Men's Sheds and Shed DGR status. Listen here - https://bit.ly/3cJ7pyO *Picture taken pre-COVID

14.01.2022 Best of luck to all Year 12 students undertaking their exams over the next few weeks. You've got this!

13.01.2022 The 2020 GI Challenge is complete....and the winner is.... Communibee! Congrats Karl and Justin.

12.01.2022 Changes to the JobKeeper scheme come into effect today. Find out what it means for business owners and employees here - https://bit.ly/3331otE

12.01.2022 The National Harvest Virtual Jobs Fair is on TODAY, and brings together job seekers and local businesses with jobs to offer in the country’s harvest regions. Our farmers need our support. See here for details https://bit.ly/32Vb1Ke

12.01.2022 The Australian Parliament paused to remember Daniel Morcombe today and to pay tribute to his parents, Bruce and Denise. This Friday, 30 October is #dayfordaniel and so let us all reflect on the importance of child safety and commit ourselves to keeping all kids free from harm. Daniel Morcombe Foundation

10.01.2022 Outcomes to today's National Cabinet mtg.

09.01.2022 Introducing the BOXER the most lethal piece of equipment in the combat reconnaissance range. These 35-tonne state of the art vehicles were built by Rheinmetall at their brand-new Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) which was officially opened by Scott Morrison (ScoMo) yesterday in Redbank, QLD. Team Queensland - QLD's 29 LNP Federal MPs and Senators - fought for this world-class facility, which includes an advanced manufacturing workforce and over 450 employ...ees. This is one of our greatest achievements. #teamqld

09.01.2022 Great to be part of the 150 year celebrations at Yandina today which included the signing of the following town declaration to mark the occasion. Sage words indeed: "We are the people of Yandina. Our history is not without blemish, but we are strong in who we are becoming. We have overcome obstacles and found a way ahead, standing firm on our history and looking forward with hope and excitement. We are industrious and respectful, a passionate people who are prepared to stand ...up in the face of injustice and fight for what is right. We value our families, seeking to be kind and caring, supporting each other and striving for empowerment, peace and respect. We hold in balance industry and lifestyle. We seek a parity in population growth and environment. We embrace our environment and our business together, holding tightly to the aim of maintaining production and residential in equilibrium. We value our sport and recreational pursuits, enjoying nature and all that our town has to offer. We are connected to our earth through our farms, our creativity, our history, and our recreation, valuing this world’s beauty and the secrets being revealed. We value creativity in our personal and business pursuits, as we seek to find new approaches to build on our old paths. We look to find the best in what we have and to improve what is around us. We commit to work with all levels of government, commerce and community to continue the growth of our town, holding tightly to the balance of prosperity and conservation. We commit to support each other as a town and community. We dedicate ourselves to supporting and empowering our community to reach the highest possible individual, corporate, and community achievements. On this day, the celebration of our 150th anniversary, the 22nd September 2020." See more

08.01.2022 Live streamed vision is now constantly rolling in and keeping Brightwater safe from four CCTV cameras erected around the estate. With the aid of super sensors which detect movement, the vision is monitored around the clock and any suspicious behavior will be reported in real time to police. It was a pleasure to have secured a $75,000 Federal Government grant to purchase and install the cameras which will deter criminal and anti-social behavior that has recently been experienc...ed in the community. Congratulations to those at the Brightwater Community Association and the local community for this fantastic result. Pictured is Mark Watson, Director of Sightmaster Australia , Brightwater Community Association President Keith Buxton and the board.

08.01.2022 It was a pleasure to visit sisters Janet (101 yrs) and Jessie (97 yrs) to celebrate their recent birthdays and present Janet with a commemorative medallion for the 75th anniversary of the end of WWII. These #HiddenLegends in our community shared amazing stories with me, including working for the Flying Doctors and managing Defence logistics in Brisbane during the war.

08.01.2022 Youth entrepreneurship is alive and well on the Sunshine Coast.

07.01.2022 The hospitality industry was one of the hardest-hit by the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic with many business owners left unsure if they could continue to operate and pay their staff. The Jobkeeper program was designed to provide certainty to the tens of thousands of businesses and millions of employees who went from business as usual one day to anything but the next. That’s why I have been speaking with local businesses in my electorate to discover how they have been aff...ected and to learn how Federal Government measures are working to assist businesses to keep their doors open and Australians employed. In this video we speak with Matt Murray, the co-owner of Murray's Cafe licenced espresso bar in Maroochydore who has managed to keep many of his staff employed throughout the year through utilising Jobkeeper and maintain his connection with the businesses loyal local customers. Caloundra Chamber of Commerce Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance Sunshine Coast Business Awards Sunshine Coast Business Council Sunshine Coast Daily Kawana Chamber of Commerce Innovation Centre Sunshine Coast

07.01.2022 Organisations such as the Buderim Lions play such an important role within our community, and I’m delighted to assist them where I can. As we come into the warmer months, I'm sure the team will appreciate the brand new marquee which we supplied a few weeks back at an event at the Buderim Lions Park. Keep up the good work team!

06.01.2022 THANK YOU to all of those who are involved in our local clubs and community organisations on the Sunny Coast. As we recover from COVID-19, it is these organisations that are providing the leadership on the ground at the local level, ensuring that people are: Engaged ... Socially included Physically active Thank you to every coach, every volunteer, every executive of every club and association for the work you do - for making our community more resilient, stronger and united. Coolum and North Shore Advertiser, Maroochydore Junior Rugby League Club, Marcoola Surf Club Maroochydore Surf Club Yandina Community Gardens, Buderim Lions Sunshine Valley Men's Shed Buderim Mens Shed Hoofbeats Sanctuary, Coolum Crusaders Bli Bli United Football Club

04.01.2022 15 thoroughbred cane toads contested the ‘race that stops the region’ today in the Nambour Cup! The biggest cane toad race in the Southern Hemisphere has become an annual fundraiser to help teenage mums stay in school through the STEMM Program which operates out of Burnside High School. Everyone deserves an education and every mother knows how demanding parenting can be, and the STEMM Program allows them to thrive at both education and parenting and I'm proud to support it.... Congratulations to Greg Rogerson and Rogo's Rocket who finished the day as the ultimate winner!

04.01.2022 Local Sporting Champion grants close today. If you know someone aged between 12 to 18 who is travelling to compete, coach or officiate at an upcoming sporting championship APPLY now. Please be sure to check your eligibility at the link below and call +61 2 6214 1462 for further assistance. Local Sporting Champions is an Australian Government initiative that helps young people pursue their sporting dreams.... Find out more: www.sportaus.gov.au/lsc See more

03.01.2022 I have questioned the Palaszczuk Government's infrastructure record for years. I have now proven their underspend, thanks to a Parliamentary Budget Office analysis a $12 billion black hole in their first 5 years in office! How many schools and hospitals, bridges and ports, roads and rail lines, dams and weirs have Queenslanders missed out on? Thousands of jobs have been denied smashing productivity, competitiveness and confidence.

03.01.2022 The 2020 Nambour Cup! $1,300 raised for the S.T.E.M.M program at Burnside State High School. Thank you to our generous sponsors - Dulong Futures, Sunshine Valley Gazette, Day and Grimes Real Estate, TramCo, Uptown Hair Studio, Butler McDermott Lawyers, Senator James McGrath - Fighting for Queensland, Stalwart Brewing Australia, TISCA, and C-Square Nambour.

03.01.2022 It was great fun to test the brand-new table tennis tables at Burnside High School with Lachie, Dylan, Abbey, Matt and the team last week. This fantastic new addition was made possible by a $20,000 Federal grant as part of the Local Schools Community Fund. 11 local schools were able to access a total of $200,000 through this program earlier in the year and it is so rewarding to now see the result. ... Thanks for having me Burnside.

03.01.2022 Congratulations to Coolum State High School staff and Kerry Neil from Triballink for their outstanding NAIDOC week ceremony last week. Kerry spoke about the significance of 'welcome to country' and the importance of the landscapes, animals and ecology of the Sunshine Coast.

02.01.2022 $20,000 has been awarded to the Coolum & North Shore Coast Care organisation to continue the great work they do in nurturing the local environment. Joined by the Assistant Minister for Waste Reduction and Environmental Management Trevor Evans MP, we were able to hear first-hand about the number of fantastic local initiatives the group have driven over the years. The Federal Government funding was awarded through the Communities Environment Grant which recognises the great... work that small-scale, local organisations can do on the ground when supported. Congratulations!

02.01.2022 The manufacturing sector is one of the largest employers in Australia and is critical to our jobs-led economic recovery. That is why I co-hosted a round table alongside the Regional Development Australia Sunshine Coast last week with representatives from 20 local manufacturing businesses to discuss the Morrison Government’s $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy. Earlier this year, four local businesses received a share in more than $1.8 million worth of Federal Governme...nt support in Round one of the Manufacturing Modernisation Fund and I am keen to see them compete for a share of the funding we have announced for Round Two. This funding is only one part of our $1.5 billion Modern Manufacturing Strategy, announced in the Budget. It will help to create a manufacturing sector for a modern Australian economy by assisting the sector grow in scale, become more resilient and boost competitiveness on the global stage. Blackflag Brewing Buderim Ginger Gourmet Garden Australia McCormick Foods Australia, Concept Labs Australia, ROCKCOTE , COYO Organic, Food Agribusiness Network FAN Ocean Orchards Diablo Co, Glasshouse Brewery, MakerSpace Alkira - The Voice Company The Country Chef Bakery Co. KOKOPOD Maroochydore Chamber of Commerce Caloundra Chamber of CommerceGlasshouse Country Chamber of Commerce Inc. Sunshine Coast Daily Sunshine Coast Young Chamber of Commerce Sunshine Coast Chamber Alliance