Free annual health checks for personnel leaving Defence Force
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
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 delivers cheaper and free medicine for Wide Bay residents A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will cut the cost of
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
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 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 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 $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 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
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
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 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
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
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 Record funding to help reduce domestic violence in Wide Bay Combating violence against women and children in Wide Bay remains one of the Liberal
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
4/3/2019 $2.5 million grant to revitalise Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has secured a $2.5 million grant
26/2/2019 New dedicated Medicare item for heart health checks in Wide Bay Wide Bay residents at risk of heart disease will receive timely and appropriate
25/2/2019 CCTV cameras deliver a safer community in Cherbourg Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has today announced the Liberal Nationals Government is delivering $987,000
22/2/2019 CCTV to keep volunteers and shoppers safe at Vinnies Gympie A much loved Gympie charity shop will be protected with a new CCTV system
22/2/2019 Gympie to receive Medicare-eligible MRI licence Patients in Gympie and throughout Wide Bay will now be able to access lifesaving scans for cancer, stroke,
19/2/2019 Free flu vaccines for Aboriginal children and $12 million boost to immunisation Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien is encouraging Wide Bay parents to
19/2/2019 Better deal for local retirees as Liberal National income reforms pass Parliament Older Australians in Wide Bay will have a better deal in retirement,
18/2/2019 Llew O’Brien commends Woolworths on end of dollar milk Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has welcomed the end of the Woolworths dollar milk
12/2/2019 $26 million for perinatal mental health A new $26 million Perinatal Mental Health and Wellbeing Program will support the mental health of expectant and
12/2/2019 $662 million boost in record funding to strengthen aged care Wide Bay seniors will have improved access to aged care, with an additional $662
7/2/2019 Wide Bay residents encouraged to claim $110 million in Medicare rebates Wide Bay residents could land themselves a financial windfall, by doing one simple
6/2/2019 $426,300 grant to upgrade facilities for Maryborough hockey players Maryborough and District Hockey Association will enjoy improved facilities, with a $426,300 local sporting infrastructure
1/2/2019 Support to kick-start businesses in Wide Bay – Burnett region Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business people in the Wide Bay- Burnett region can now
31/1/2019 Feedback: Better flood resistance for Bruce Highway at Tiaro Community feedback is being sought to improve flood immunity, safety and efficiency on the Bruce
31/1/2019 Wide Bay’s schools encouraged to take action against bullying Llew O’Brien, Federal Member for Wide Bay, is encouraging teachers and school leaders throughout the
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.