Media releases

The Mobile Service Centre Blue Gum will visit Howard on Thursday January 28, 2021, providing easier access to essential government services.

More than $3 million has been committed to road safety upgrades throughout the Hinkler electorate under the Road Safety Program.

Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Growers are one of five organisations selected to take part in the $1 million Harvest Trail Services Industry Collaboration Trial to find new ways to encourage people to take up seasonal work opportunities in horticulture.

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt has called on communities in the region to apply for funding under Round 5 of the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF), with applications now open.

Burrum District Community Men’s Shed members are staying sun safe, thanks to a grant from the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program.

A new kitchen and storage at Fraser Coast Artslink, thanks to a grant from the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program, has improved the facilities for members and the community.

A new funding opportunity for community groups and not-for-profit organisations planning new capital projects or upgrades is now taking expressions of interest.

A local organisation in Hinkler committed to preserving Australia’s military history will benefit from $3,812 under the Federal Government’s Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program.

To help strengthen access to telecommunications in times of natural disasters, two satellites units are being installed at evacuation centres in Bundaberg thanks to Federal Government funding.

Families and young children in the Childers community, and tourists, are set to benefit from a new playground at Apex Tramway Park which was officially opened today.

Guidelines for Round 5 of the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF) are available now with applications opening in the New Year.

The Australian Government has invested $10 million in federal funding to join $2.5 million in Queensland Government funding for the Bruce Highway upgrade at Isis River, with detailed design already underway on the $12.5 million project.

A new school for students disengaged from mainstream schooling in Bundaberg will be the first regional site of a successful Brisbane initiative.

Isis Highway motorists will now benefit from a safer, more efficient journey as works begin on a westbound overtaking lane between Bundaberg and Childers.

The Morrison Government is continuing to help skilled women across regional Australia get back into the workforce with a second intake of businesses in the Career Revive pilot initiative.

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt has welcomed the two-year extension of the Cashless Debit Card trial in Hinkler.

Local manufacturers in Hinkler with shovel-ready projects to increase their productivity and grow jobs are being encouraged to apply for a Manufacturing Modernisation Fund (MMF) grant.

A mobile phone tower in Redridge North will be able to keep operating longer if the power goes out during or after natural disasters, thanks to a major new investment by the Morrison McCormack Government.

Three high school students from Hinkler are this week taking part in a virtual camp to pursue their passion for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Three community groups in Hinkler will benefit from a share of $2.7 million from the Morrison Government to support the work of local volunteers.

Bundaberg’s AgroTrend event, which was cancelled due to COVID-19, will get a slice of $34 million Australian Government funding to help ensure they can bounce back next year.

Data from the ATO shows fewer workers received the JobKeeper payment in October, compared to September, as the economy continues to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt said the Queensland State Budget has failed to deliver anything substantial for the Bundaberg and Hervey Bay regions, other than more debt.

Residents in Hinkler looking to build or substantially renovate their homes will be able to access a HomeBuilder grant beyond 31 December 2020 thanks to an extension to the popular program.

With more consumers wanting to know where their produce comes from, a new Federal funding round is available to enhance traceability.

The Australian Government has unlocked $7.7 million in federal funding to deliver a 1.9-kilometre link between Boundary Road and Kawungan Way in Hervey Bay.

Work has begun to construct a $7 million palliative care facility for terminally ill people in Hervey Bay.

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt has slammed the sensational backflip by the Labor member elect for Hervey Bay who now claims he does not support the Hinkler Regional Deal.

The Hervey Bay Airport now has an improved runway and airfield lighting following the completion of a major upgrade funded by the Australian Government.

Applications are open now for scholarships of up to $5,000 for young Australians looking to upskill or retrain to secure work.