Media releases

There’s just one month to go until applications close for the $272 million Regional Growth Fund. Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt is encouraging local

A program to help young people at risk of homelessness on the Fraser Coast has received a funding boost from the Federal Government. Federal Member

A new trailer to transport marquees will make setting up for community events much easier for one local group thanks to a Stronger Communities Program

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt is calling for big ideas that could help shape the future of the region, with the Regional Growth Fund

Around 540 children at 15 preschools in the Hinkler electorate will be given the opportunity to learn a second language this year, thanks to the

Local businesses and communities across the Wide Bay-Burnett region have welcomed news that the Coalition Government is backing the region and delivering jobs through its

MEDIA STATEMENT FROM KEITH PITT MP: “I thank the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister for the opportunity to serve in the Ministry. “I

  Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt is urging families, friends, and volunteers, anyone who has had an experience with the aged care industry, to

A successful grant to replace fridges and washing machines in crisis accommodation throughout Bundaberg and Hervey Bay will mean more funding can be diverted to

Major industry and employer groups around Bundaberg are supporting a Coalition Government plan to boost local apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities as crucial to region’s future

The Elliott Heads surf life savers who saved four tourists stranded on Dr May’s Island last year have had their bravery recognised at Parliament House.

Sugarcane farmers across Hinkler will have duty-free access to Peru following the signing of the Peru-Australia Free Trade Agreement (PAFTA) today. Federal Member for Hinkler

The stage is set for work to begin on an upgrade to the driveway and courtyard at the Playhouse Theatre in Bundaberg thanks to a

Bundaberg residents have celebrated the opening of the new Multiplex Sports Complex, providing patrons and residents with quality recreational and communal facilities at the new

The Coalition Government is continuing to take action to combat the scourge of ice and other illicit drugs with more Local Drug Action Teams set

Eight new bitumen courts officially opened today in Bundaberg Upgrade also provides paths and seating at the Bundaberg Netball Complex The Australian Government invested $500,000

Eggmolesse Street extension provides additional access points to Shalom College Project to improve safety and ease congestion between Maynards Road and Shalom College Australian Government

Applications are now open for Round Six of the Australian Government’s Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP). Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt encouraged

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt has welcomed the strong support from the Senate committee into the expansion of the Cashless Debit Card. The Senate

MEDIA STATEMENT FROM FEDERAL MEMBER FOR HINKLER KEITH PITT on 7-12-17: “The Marriage Amendment (Definition and Religious Freedoms) Bill 2017 was passed in the House

In the lead-up to Christmas, Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt is encouraging residents to back small business and shop local. “The holiday season is

St James Lutheran College in Hervey Bay will soon benefit from a number of facility upgrades thanks to a nationwide grants program run by the

The Hervey Bay & District Tennis Association will serve up an ace with a much-needed upgrade to its carpark thanks to a Stronger Communities Program

The Coalition Government’s commitment to deliver jobs and economic growth has continued in Bundaberg today with work officially starting on Stage 2 of the Indigenous

The latest round of Local Sporting Champions grants to help young Hinkler sports people compete at state, national and international competitions have been awarded. Federal

The Fraser Coast region has been awarded a $152,500 Australian Government technology grant to help deliver better outcomes for the community. The automated traffic management

Hinkler exporters are the big winners after the Coalition Government concluded a new trade agreement with Peru. Federal Member for Hinkler and Assistant Minister for

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt is encouraging the local community to pause on Remembrance Day – November 11 – and reflect on the Australians

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt has urged organisations to apply for Round Two of the Australian Government’s Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF), with applications

Federal Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt said the Isis RSL Sub-Branch will be able to better support local veterans after receiving Federal Government funding to