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A game changer for all our yellow bin recyclables | Wine Coast Whippet
Richard Evans South Australia's largest and most advanced household recyclables facility which is able to process 60,000 tonnes of yellow bin recyclables every year has opened in Seaford Heights.The Southern...December 2021
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Mayo recreation facilities receive $480,000 boost | Media release
Senator for South Australia Andrew McLachlan CSC Coastal amenities, boating facilities and campgrounds on the Fleurieu Peninsula and Kangaroo Island have received a $480,000 boost ahead of Christmas, to encourage...
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$8.2 million project on track | The Times, Victor Harbor
Taylor Harvey WORKS are progressing at the $8.2 million Goolwa Oval Recreation Precinct, with stage one of the project nearing completion.The redevelopment of the facility has received another significant boost...
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Ceremony marks start of Blackwood Community Hub | Adelaide East Herald
Luke Harris Work on the highly-anticipated Blackwood Community Hub has begun, with an official sod turning ceremony marking the beginning of construction at the Waite Street site.Mitcham mayor Heather Holmes-Ross...
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Column - Federal Funding Flows to the Hills | Adelaide Hills Herald
Senator for South Australia Andrew McLachlan CSC As I sit down to write this column, I find myself working hard for the people of South Australia during a busy week...
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New Facilities for School | Adelaide Hills Herald
Alexandra Bull Staff and students at The Hills Christian Community School in Verdun will benefit from a project that will deliver a new junior secondary school building, funded as part...November 2021
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Senator Andrew McLachlan traces family on Kangaroo Island | The Islander
Stan Gorton During a recent visit to Kangaroo Island for the Parndana Show earlier this month, Senator for South Australia Andrew McLachlan CSC spent time walking in the footsteps of...
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$800,000 funding for Verdun school building | The Courier
Hills Christian Community School in Verdun will benefit from an $800,000 cash injection to construct a junior secondary school building for Years 7 and 8 as part of the Federal...
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Goolwa Oval's $8.2 million face-lift to provide local boost | The Times, Victor Harbor
Taylor Harvey Works are progressing at the $8.2 million Goolwa Oval Recreation Precinct, with the project to deliver jobs and greater sporting participation for the historic river port. Up to...
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New shellfish reef complete at O'Sullivan Beach | Media Release
Joint Media Release The Hon. Sussan ley MP Minister for the Environment Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC Senator for South Australia Construction of a new native shellfish reef more than twice the...
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Recreation precinct for Goolwa delivering jobs and stimulus | Media Release
Joint Media Release The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC Senator for South Australia The Hon David Basham...
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Boosting bushfire recovery and stimulating Ag industry in Mayo | Media Release
BOOSTING BUSHFIRE RECOVERY AND STIMULATING AG INDUSTRY IN MAYO The Australian and South Australian Governments are providing $3.8 million in funding for agricultural remediation projects in Mayo communities as part...
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Christmas comes early for councils in Mayo with cash boost | Media Release
Joint Media Release The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP Deputy Prime Minister Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development The Hon Kevin Hogan MP Assistant Minister to the Deputy Prime Minister Assistant Minister...
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2021
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Community feedback leads to new option for Hahndorf traffic | Media Release
The Hon Barnaby Joyce MP Deputy Prime Minister Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC Senator for South Australia The Hon Corey Wingard MP Minister for...
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2021
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Funding for disaster risk reduction projects in Onkaparinga | Media Release
The City of Onkaparinga will receive a $165,000 boost from the Australian and South Australian Governments to further strengthen its communities against bushfires, floods and other extreme weather events. Senator...
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Nov
2021
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Funding for disaster risk reduction on Kangaroo Island | Media Release
Corporate2community will receive a $117,500 boost from the Commonwealth Government to further strengthen the Kangaroo Island community against bushfires, floods and other extreme weather events. Senator for South Australia Andrew...
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2021
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South Australia's largest household recyclables facility opens | Media Release
Joint Media Release SMRF, SRWRA, Re.Group, Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC, City of Holdfast Bay, City of Onkaparinga, City of Marion South Australia’s largest and most advanced household recyclables facility was officially opened...
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New facilities for students at Southern Vales and Hills schools | Media Release
Senator Andrew McLachlan CSC Senator for South Australia Staff and students at three schools in the Southern Vales and Hills will benefit from more than $1.3 million in upgrades, funded...October 2021
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Life-changing sports and community hub opens | Media Release
October 30 - Joint Media Release Families in Adelaide’s south will have access to new state-of-the-art sporting and community facilities, with a $3.5 million sports and community hub opening at Christie...
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Voters would ‘come back at us with baseball bats’: How 18 Libs pushed Morrison to net zero | Sydney Morning Herald
OpinionDavid Crowe Chief political correspondent Only when Scott Morrison agreed to a Zoom session with 18 of his Liberal colleagues a month ago did it become clear he was ready...
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2021
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$400,000 for restoration project | Mount Barker Courier
Scott Murphy Milang's Lakeside Butter Factory and its adjacent cottage will see new life after a $400,000 Federal grant was awarded to help with the historic restoration project. The project...August 2021
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Healthy Rivers Program delivers for Mayo communities
MEDIA RELEASE Healthy Rivers Program delivers for communities in Mayo THE HON KEITH PITT MP Minister for Resources and Water Member for Hinkler SENATOR ANDREW MCLACHLAN CSC Senator for South...
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2021
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Funding for Fleurieu Peninsula veterans groups | Victor Harbor Times
Jack Manning | Victor Harbor Times Two Fleurieu Peninsula veterans groups will benefit from more than $18,000 in government funding to support important services for veterans and their families. As part...
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$1.05 million Encounter Bay Sporting Club upgrades officially opened | Victor Harbor Times
Jack Manning | Victor Harbor Times Encounter Bay sports clubs have celebrated the official opening of new facilities and upgrades, totalling $1.05 million. The new amenities include unisex changerooms, a medical...
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Get your applications ready: $280m Black Summer Bushfire Recovery Grants Program to open end of July
Supporting South Australian communities impacted by the Black Summer bushfires South Australian communities affected by the 2019-20 bushfires will have the opportunity to receive a share of the Australian Government’s...June 2021
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KI tourism to bounce back with $2.375 million from federal government | The Islander
The Islander | Dani Brown Domestic tourism on Kangaroo Island is set to bounce back even more, thanks to $2.375 million from the federal government. Four key pillars will hold up...
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2021
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SA politicians stand united on Basin wreckers | The Advertiser
Article by Claire Bickers | The Advertiser
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2021
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My first motion moved and passed!
I am pleased to announce that my first motion moved as a Senator, was passed by the Senate! The great dedication and service of our paramedics was the motivation for moving this...
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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...April 2021
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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...
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2021
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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...
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2021
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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...March 2021
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2021
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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...
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2021
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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...
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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...
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2021
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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...February 2021
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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...
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2021
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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...January 2021
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2021
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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...
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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...December 2020
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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...
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2020
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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...November 2020
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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...
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2020
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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...
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Nov
2020
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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...October 2020
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2020
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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...
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2020
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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...
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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...September 2020
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2020
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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...
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2020
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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...August 2020
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2020
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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...
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2020
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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...
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2020
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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...June 2020
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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...
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