15 Jun 2021

Federal Parliament

Fight for a healthier basin must continue | Border Mail

10 May 2021

Federal Parliament

Official Park Opening | Adelaide Hills Herald

10 May 2021

Federal Parliament

Major road bypass proposed for Hahndorf | InDaily

By Thomas Kelsall  A bypass will be built around the traffic-congested Adelaide Hills town of Hahndorf, with the State Government putting forward three proposals for interchanges and link roads between...

19 Apr 2021

Federal Parliament

My response to the announcement of a Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide

The Prime Minister today announced the Government would recommend to the Governor-General the establishment of a Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. I welcome this decision and I thank...

16 Apr 2021

Federal Parliament

My statement regarding the withdrawal of Australian troops from Afghanistan

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced that the remaining Australian troops will depart Afghanistan later this year. This announcement fills me with mixed emotions. Having spent time at the foot...

14 Apr 2021

Federal Parliament

Community resources for commemorating Anzac Day in 2021

The Department of Veterans' Affairs has released a digital kitbag that includes a range of practical resources to help community members, groups and organisations mark Anzac Day.  Some of these resources...

15 Mar 2021

Federal Parliament

Presenting South Australian volunteers with the Australian Government's Certificate of Appreciation for Volunteers

A real privilege to meet such an incredible group of South Australian volunteers who continue to give so much to our local communities.  I was honoured to present Peter Dickason...

11 Mar 2021

Federal Parliament

Victor Harbor Road surface receives makeover

Road users will soon enjoy a safer, smoother ride on Victor Harbor Road, with just over $3 million worth of resurfacing works getting underway this week. The resurfacing works are...

11 Mar 2021

Federal Parliament

Tourism and aviation's flight path to recovery

South Australians will be able to travel to Kangaroo Island half-price as part of the Federal Government’s new $1.2 billion aviation and tourism support program. The package announced today...

7 Mar 2021

Federal Parliament

Opening the new Woodchester Tennis Club upgrades

A privilege to have been invited to open three upgraded courts at the Woodchester Tennis Club this morning.  This much-needed project was made possible by the support of the Federal...

26 Feb 2021

Federal Parliament

Road safety funding flows to Mayo

New road safety upgrades and improvements will be delivered in Mayo thanks to a $1.5 million investment from the Australian and South Australian governments. Senator for South Australia Andrew McLachlan...

26 Feb 2021

Federal Parliament

One year in the Senate

One year ago today, I delivered my maiden speech in the Senate. Since this day, I have taken every opportunity to bring attention to the issues facing South Australians and...

12 Jan 2021

Federal Parliament

Applications now open for Building Better Regions - Round 5

The Australian Government announced $200 million in the 2020-21 Budget for a fifth round of the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF).  The $1.04 billion BBRF supports the Australian Government's commitment...

5 Jan 2021

Federal Parliament

Expressions of Interest: Stronger Communities Programme – Round 6

Eligible organisations are encouraged to apply for their share of $150,000 in Federal funding for small capital projects under Round 6 of the Stronger Communities Programme. The program intends to support participation...

16 Dec 2020

Federal Parliament

Catching up with my friends at RSB

After a busy two weeks in Canberra, I thoroughly enjoyed stopping by to visit all my friends at the Royal Society for the Blind (RSB) in Gilles Plains.  They run an...

9 Dec 2020

Federal Parliament

Keeping Australians safe online

Ensuring Australians are safe online and protected from cyber security threats is a crucial focus of the Morrison Government. You can watch my question to the Minister representing the Minister...

11 Nov 2020

Federal Parliament

FiveAA Radio Interview: National War Memorial vandalism

I spoke with David Penberthy and Will Goodings on FIVEaa regarding the vandalism at the War Memorial on North Terrace.  As a veteran, I am extremely saddened that someone would...

9 Nov 2020

Federal Parliament

Legacy's Remembrance Walk 2020

On 6 November, I joined my State colleague Nicola Centofanti MLC at Legacy South Australia & Broken Hill's Remembrance Walk. As a veteran myself and as a Legatee of Legacy, I...

9 Nov 2020

Federal Parliament

Visiting the Aldinga Bay Surf Life Saving Club

During a visit to the South Coast, I made sure to call into the Aldinga Bay Surf Life Saving Club to view the facilities and meet some of the team...

23 Oct 2020

Federal Parliament

New arts building for Mount Barker Waldorf School

Last week, I was very pleased to view the impressive new arts building at Mount Barker Waldorf School ahead of its opening today. My commitments in Canberra for Budget Estimates...

23 Oct 2020

Federal Parliament

Men's Sheds Grants now open

Men’s Sheds across Mayo have been invited to apply for funding as part of the newest round of the National Men’s Shed Development Programme (NSDP). Funded by the Federal Government...

23 Oct 2020

Federal Parliament

2020-21 Federal Budget: Delivering for Mayo

The Federal Government is investing in major transport infrastructure projects for the electorate of Mayo as part of our economic recovery plan.  Key investments include: - $200 million for the Hahndorf Township...

15 Sep 2020

Federal Parliament

Official Opening of 'The Hub'

Today I joined Alexandrina Council in officially opening ‘The Hub’, an innovative space designed to connect and grow the more than 2000 local businesses across the region. The Federal Government...

10 Sep 2020

Federal Parliament

Space Discovery Centre Sod Turn

I represented the Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews alongside Premier Steven Marshall to celebrate the build of two fantastic space facilities right here in Adelaide. In the...

31 Aug 2020

Federal Parliament

Bold thinking and innovation happening right here on our doorstep!

I'm very pleased to see one of our fantastic South Australian businesses, Ingredient Innovations, awarded $546,121 in grant funding under the Federal Government's Accelerating Commercialisation Program. Earlier this month I...

29 Aug 2020

Federal Parliament

First day of Legacy Week

Today marks the first day of #LegacyWeek. This is an opportunity to not only reflect on the sacrifices made by our defence personnel, but to also support their loved ones...

27 Aug 2020

Federal Parliament

Question Time: An update on our nation's defence

Today in Question Time I asked Defence Minister, Senator Linda Reynolds, to update the Chamber on Australia's defence strategic policy. The Federal Government is committed to supporting our defence forces...

9 Jun 2020

Federal Parliament

Goolwa Wharf precinct to undergo historic $7.5 million upgrade | The Victor Harbor Times

Jack Manning | The Victor Harbor Times (June 5 2020) The Goolwa Wharf precinct is set to undergo a historic $7.5 million upgrade, following the allocation of funds for the...