The Federal Government committed eighty percent funding to deliver passing lanes between Whyalla and Port Augusta, the widening of the Merriton Bridge and extra passing lanes south of Port Augusta in mid-2015. Today Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey welcomed the State Government finally joining them in by providing the twenty percent contribution required…
DetailsFederal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey said he is pleased to have Federal Infrastructure and Transport Minister Darren Chester join him in on the Joy Baluch Bridge today to better understand the safety issue with the narrow walkway brought about by the closure of the Great Western Bridge. “Not only do I want him…
DetailsFederal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey welcomes the Government’s Smart Farming Partnerships funding. “The National Landcare Program’s new Smart Farming Partnerships will provide multi-year grants of between $250,000 and $4 million to put in place new and innovative sustainable land management practices, which protect and improve the condition of soils, vegetation and biodiversity,”…
DetailsMr RAMSEY (Grey–Government Whip) (13:54): Diabetes Australia is 60 years old, and last week in the Great Hall in this place we held a 60th birthday celebration. Diabetes Australia is a wonderful organisation with wonderful partners like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the DANII Foundation, and they were all there. We were privileged to…
DetailsMr RAMSEY (Grey–Government Whip) (16:03): I rise to table a petition today, drawn up and signed by concerned members of my electorate. The chief petitioner is my constituent Fiona Plunkett of Port Augusta, and the petition has 2,153 signatures. These 2,153 people have asked that the House do all in its power to protect communities…
DetailsMr RAMSEY (Grey–Government Whip) (13:54): Diabetes Australia is 60 years old, and last week in the Great Hall in this place we held a 60th birthday celebration. Diabetes Australia is a wonderful organisation with wonderful partners like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the DANII Foundation, and they were all there. We were privileged to…
DetailsThe Eyre Gymnastics Club will be able to purchase new gymnastic equipment thanks to funding of $10,330 through the Stronger Communities Program (SCP). Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey said he is very pleased new landing mats and a tumbling trampoline will help the gymnasts train and better prepare for competition. …
DetailsThe Wirrabara Bowling Club will be able replace a worn out mower and roller thanks to funding of $7818 through the Stronger Communities Program (SCP). Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey said he is very pleased the club will have the opportunity to purchase equipment which will assist in maintaining greens and achieving…
DetailsMr RAMSEY (Grey–Government Whip) (10:41): I swear never to commit, excuse or remain silent about violence against women. This is my oath. In 2014 I took this oath when I became a White Ribbon ambassador, as part of my strong belief that women should live in safety and free from all forms of violence. For…
DetailsMr RAMSEY (Grey–Government Whip) (16:35): Sometimes you know when you’ve come into the right place and it’s your place in time-when all your little ducks line up, if you like. And so it is with the National Energy Guarantee. I’ve been in this place since the 2007 election. It would be fair to say that…
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