Media Releases

Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is encouraging everyone to fly the Australian flag on Tuesday, September 3, to celebrate the flag’s 118th anniversary.

A local company has won a grant from the Federal Liberal and Nationals Government worth more than three quarters of a million dollars to improve its capacity to contribute to the nation’s sovereign defence industry.

9/8/2019 Grants honour Wide Bay’s military heroes Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today announced three Wide Bay veterans organisations will share in more than

7/8/2019 More support for child care services in Wide Bay Local kids will get off to a brighter start, with Federal Member for Wide Bay

2/8/2019 New committee to drive road safety action A new Joint Select Committee on Road Safety will delve into the Australian Government’s current and planned

2/8/2019 Show your interest in building a Stronger Community Community and veteran service organisations, councils and sporting groups are encouraged to submit expressions of interest

23/7/2019 Action needed to protect Wide Bay’s timber industry Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien and Queensland Shadow Agriculture Minister Tony Perrett have reaffirmed

22/7/2019 Call for State to cut red tape on Wide Bay Motor Complex Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien and State Shadow Minister for

19/7/2019 Wide Bay schools invited to share in new funding  Wide Bay schools could score new equipment, building projects or additional targeted support with the

16/7/2019 Cuts to deeming rates a cash boost for more than 9,000 in Wide Bay More than 9,000 people in Wide Bay will be better

16/7/2019 Smooth sailing for Mary River access at Maryborough  Locals and visitors to Queensland’s Fraser Coast can now enjoy safer and easier access to the

12/7/2019 Wide Bay-Burnett Jobs Fair connects job seekers with employers A jobs fair in Maryborough on Wednesday 31 July 2019 will showcase a range of

10/7/2019 DESIGN STARTS ON FLOOD PROOFING WORKS NORTH OF MARYBOROUGH Design has started on the $103 million Bruce Highway – Saltwater Creek Upgrade project, north

5/7/2019 Delivered: Tax relief for Wide Bay Immediate tax relief of up to $1080 each will help more than 50,000 Wide Bay low- and middle-income

4/7/2019 Morrison Government moves to protect farmers Legislation to protect farmers from invasions by animal activists will be introduced today, delivering on a Morrison Government election

28/6/2019 Free annual health checks for personnel leaving Defence Force Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien reminds Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel who are

20/6/2019 ‘PRACTICALLY PERFECT’ ARTS PROJECT BRINGS CREATIVE MAGIC TO MARYBOROUGH A creative hub celebrating the life of Mary Poppins author PL Travers has given Maryborough

21/6/2019 Delivering $13.2 million extension to Gympie’s Cooinda Aged Care The Liberal National Government has partnered with a Gympie aged care provider to deliver a major

13/6/2019 Jump on board regional leadership program Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is urging up-and-coming local leaders to apply for the inaugural Leadership

20/5/2019 Statement from Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien on his re-election THANK YOU WIDE-BAY To everyone who helped, encouraged and supported my campaign,

16/5/2019 Noosa community groups celebrate Volunteer Grant success Two Noosa organisations are among 34 community groups in Wide Bay to receive a share of almost

15/5/2019 Six Fraser Coast community groups celebrate Volunteer Grant success Fraser Coast community groups have shared in grants totalling almost $24,700 as Federal Member for

14/5/2019 Volunteer Grant success for seven Wide Bay community groups Community groups in Goomeri, Murgon, Gundiah, Gympie and Tiaro have shared in grants totalling almost

14/5/2019 Mobile phone black spot funding improves safety on Wide Bay Highway A new mobile phone tower is now active at Cinnabar, improving safety for

13/5/2019 Labor’s robbing 7,034 Wide Bay pensioners to pay for foreign aid boost Labor’s plan to increase the foreign aid budget comes at a cost to

10/5/2019 $22 million package to support our dairy farmers  Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has welcomed the Morrison Government’s pledge to create a dedicated

10/5/2019 Llew O’Brien recognises vital work of Cooloola Coast volunteers Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is recognising the valuable work of volunteers, with

9/5/2019 LIBERAL AND NATIONALS GOVERNMENT INVESTING $200 MILLION FOR A CLEANER ENVIRONMENT Wide Bay’s pristine natural environment will be protected with the Liberal and Nationals Government

9/5/2019 Liberal and Nationals Government delivers cheaper and free medicine for Wide Bay residents A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will cut the cost of

8/5/2019 $50,000 makes a splash for Noosa Dolphins Rugby Union Club A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will provide $50,000 to deliver a new maintenance

7/5/2019 STRENGTHENING AUSTRALIA’S REGIONAL AND RURAL HEALTH SERVICES Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has welcomed the Liberal National Government’s action in strengthening the nation’s

6/5/2019 LOCAL APPRENTICES JOIN NATIONAL WAGE SUBSIDY TRIAL Nineteen Wide Bay businesses are taking on new staff through a Liberal and Nationals Government trial offering

5/5/2019 MORE DROUGHT SUPPORT FOR WIDE BAY The Liberals and Nationals Government is standing by our farmers in Wide Bay affected by drought, Member for

3/5/2019 Better bridges to be built in Wide Bay Safer bridges are on the way to Bauple, Tiaro, Kandanga, Cooran and Kin Kin thanks to

3/5/2019  EXTRA $60 MILLION FOR APPRENTICESHIP SUBSIDIES IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA The number of new apprentices in regional and rural areas will double with an extra

3/5/2019 New covered area and outdoor equipment for Victory College Students and staff at Victory College in Gympie will benefit from a new undercover area,

1/5/2019 New laws to help protect our farmers A re-elected Liberal and Nationals government will introduce new legislation to make it an offence to use

1/5/2019 ‘Skillaroo’ Patrick represents Wide Bay at WorldSkills International Competition  Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today congratulated Patrick Brennan from Gympie for his

24/4/2019 Anzac Day Message 2019 As we pause today to remember the fallen, I have been reflecting on why Anzac Day is so important to

24/4/2019 Support for our veterans and their families The Liberal and Nationals Government will boost support for veterans and their families as part of a

23/4/2019 $16,000 grant shines a light on Kandanga Country Club Kandanga Country Club will soon be able to offer bowling after sundown with $16,000 grant

23/4/2019 Granville Hockey Club scores $181,000 grant for amenities upgrade A $181,000 grant to upgrade Granville Hockey Club will help support the community during times

20/4/2019 $450,000 commitment to help build Drop-In Centre for Murgon veterans and families A re-elected Liberal & Nationals Government will provide $450,000 to deliver a

20/4/2019 $50,000 grant to help Pomona bowlers stay sun-safe Pomona bowlers will be protected from the sun’s harsh rays with a $50,000 grant to replace the

18/4/2019 Llew O’Brien recognises vital work of Landcare volunteers through grants Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is recognising the valuable work of Landcare

17/4/2019 Llew O’Brien recognises vital work of volunteers through grants in Cherbourg Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is recognising the valuable work of

17/4/2019 LNP investing $202,000 for Indigenous job opportunities in Wide Bay The Liberal Nationals Government is providing a $202,000 boost to Anderleigh Quarry to help up

17/4/2019 LNP investing $390,000 for a healthier Cherbourg The Liberal Nationals will invest $390,000 into better services so that Cherbourg families can enjoy new sports

15/4/2019 Marybrough’s Industry Training Hub and Scholarships to skill young people in Wide Bay for jobs of the future Wide Bay youths will have new

12/4/2019 Llew O’Brien recognises vital work of volunteers through grants in Wide Bay Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is recognising the valuable work

5/4/2019 LLEW O’BRIEN SECURES MARYBOROUGH SUGAR INDUSTRY’S FUTURE Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today announced $18 million to fund the construction of an

3/4/2019 2019-20 BUDGET BUILDING A STRONG AND SECURE FUTURE FOR WIDE BAY The Liberal and National Government’s 2019-20 Budget will create a stronger and more

2/4/2019 $32 million for breast cancer scans under Medicare for Wide Bay patients The Liberal National Government will invest $32 million so breast cancer patients

1/4/2019 Grants success for 18 Wide Bay sports stars Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today announced 18 Wide Bay sports stars will receive

29/3/2019 SAFER LOCAL ROADS SAVING LIVES IN WIDE BAY The Federal Liberal and Nationals Government will help keep drivers safe on local roads by delivering an

29/3/2019 Labor’s retiree tax to cost Wide Bay seniors Labor’s retiree tax would hit the wallets of 6,900 Wide Bay seniors if Bill Shorten was

29/3/2019 Delivering better access to doctors in regional areas People in rural communities will have improved access to doctors and shorter waiting times after the

29/3/2019 $20,000 grant to boost Murgon Town Hall amenities  A $20,000 grant from Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien will kit out Murgon Town Hall

29/3/2019 New fundraising opportunities for Wide Bay Men’s Sheds Men’s and Community Sheds in Wide Bay will have new fundraising opportunities when the Liberal National

28/3/2019 Llew O’Brien kicks a goal for Noosa Tigers with $192,195 grant Wet weather won’t stop Noosa Tigers Australian Football Club any more, with Federal

28/3/2019 Llew O’Brien delivers $3 million for Cherbourg to Murgon footpath The Liberal Nationals Government has today announced up to $3 million for a footpath

28/3/2019 Llew O’Brien announces $40,000 for upgrade to Sherwood Hall A $40,000 grant announced by Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien will help revamp

28/3/2019 What a catch! Tin Can Bay Fishing Club reels in a whopper grant The Tin Can Bay Fishing Club has reeled in a $40,000

27/3/2019 $71,000 grant helps Sunshine Butterflies soar A new “Family Central” facility for people with disabilities is a step closer to reality, after Federal Member

27/3/2019 Lighting the way for Tewantin Noosa Cricket with $500,000 grant A $500,000 grant for a new lighting system will create bright opportunities for Tewantin

26/3/2019 $68,000 grant helps Maryborough Riding for the Disabled weather the heat Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has ridden to the aid of Maryborough

26/3/2019 Llew O’Brien hits a $140,000 home run for Maryborough softball Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has hit a home run for Maryborough

26/3/2019 Maryborough Rifle Range sold to Fraser Coast Regional Council Today the Assistant Minister for Defence, Senator the Hon David Fawcett, along with the Federal

25/3/2019 Llew O’Brien welcomes inquiry into Defence Force superannuation Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has welcomed today’s announcement that an independent inquiry is

22/3/2019 Mobile phone black spot funding improves safety on Fraser Island Tourists and residents on Fraser Island will enjoy improved safety and convenience, with two new

21/3/2019 Llew delivers $50,000 breath of fresh air for Maryborough military museum Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum will be a cooler, even more inviting place

21/3/2019 Llew O’Brien rolls out $20,000 for Independent Riders Workshops Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is delivering $20,000 for security, equipment and laptops at

20/3/2019 LLEW O’BRIEN DELIVERS $28.5 MILLION FOR MARYBOROUGH A high-tech export-focused manufacturing plant will soon be coming to Maryborough, Queensland, after Rheinmetall Nioa Munitions Pty

20/3/2019 23,500 Wide Bay aged pensioners to receive payment boost More than 23,500 aged pensioners in Wide Bay will receive an increase to their payment

18/3/2019 $24,620 for six Men’s Sheds in Wide Bay Six Men’s Sheds in Wide Bay will receive a share in $24,620 for improvements and community

18/3/2019 Act fast to register interest in solar funding  for Wide Bay community groups Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien reminds local community groups

18/3/2019 $646,600 to help Wide Bay graziers protect Great Barrier Reef Wide Bay graziers will be able to help protect the Great Barrier Reef, after

15/3/2019 Llew O’Brien secures $1.5 million for new Maryborough headspace service Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today announced a new headspace service for

15/3/2019 Act fast for a share in $150,000 environment grants  Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien reminds community groups they have until March 25 to

13/3/2019 521 new aged care beds for Wide Bay Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has announced allocations have been approved for an extra

11/3/2019 Mary Valley secrets to be revealed with tourism grant The hidden gem of Mary Valley is about to be revealed to the world, with

8/3/2019 Federal grant puts spotlight on Gympie Showgrounds A $92,414 grant heralds a bright new future for Gympie Showgrounds, with Federal Member for Wide Bay

8/3/2019 Federal grant to help tap new tourism markets on Cooloola Coast “Voluntourism” will be the word on everyone’s lips in Tin Can Bay, with

8/3/2019 Free access to glucose monitoring extended for diabetics in Wide Bay  When Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien met young Sydney Ziebell last year,

7/3/2019 Funding helps plan for Maryborough Showground’s future success A new strategic plan will outline growth opportunities for Maryborough Showgrounds and Equestrian Park, with help

6/3/2019 Grants to highlight Noosa on tourism map Noosa will be highlighted on the world map, with tourism operators to benefit from training and industry

6/3/2019 Solar funding to help slash power bills for Wide Bay community groups Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is seeking expressions of interest

5/3/2019 $150,000 for a cleaner, greener Wide Bay Whether their mission is protecting the Mary River’s unique bum-breathing turtles, eradicating weeds, or planting a tree,

5/3/2019 Bruce Highway bridge naming honours early settler The bridge over Tandur Road on the Bruce Highway, south of Gympie, has been named the Thomas

5/3/2019 Record funding to help reduce domestic violence in Wide Bay Combating violence against women and children in Wide Bay remains one of the Liberal