Cheaper medicine is on the way for more than 500,000 patients from today, with price reductions for common scripts and new medicines added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), in some cases saving over $100,000 per patient.
Federal Member for Wide Bay, Llew O’Brien is encouraging local community groups to apply for new swimming grants to enable or improve opportunities for people with disabilities and from diverse backgrounds to enjoy this great Aussie past-time.
Communities in the South Burnett will have greater access to drought assistance, thanks to a Liberal-National Government package worth nearly $100 million
Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is encouraging schools in Wide Bay to apply for up to $20,000 in funding for projects to benefit their students’ learning experience.
Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is encouraging female coaches, officials and administrators to develop their leadership skills with the Australian Government’s 2020 Women Leaders in Sport program.
A new series of toolkits is now available to help parents and educators improve student outcomes, Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien announced today.
Tough new farm trespass laws will protect Australia’s farmers from the unlawful actions of animal activists, Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien announced today.
Disaster assistance has been extended to help cover the costs of fighting the fires in Noosa and the Sunshine Coast, Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien announced this afternoon.
Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has announced the successful applicants from Round 1, 2019-20 of the Coalition Government’s popular Local Sporting Champions program.
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
In the spirit of Australia, I acknowledge all citizens who contribute to making our nation the greatest on earth.
I acknowledge our defence force personnel, past, present, and emerging, for their service to our nation, and particularly those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defence of Australia.
I also acknowledge the Australian taxpayers who, through their hard work, pay for the infrastructure, health, education, and emergency services that keep our proud nation healthy, safe, and prosperous.
