South Grafton High School would like to improve an underutilised area at the school. They want to create an Aboriginal Learning Circle, with a shaded area, play equipment and seating. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today announced a $16,000 grant to make this project happen. Mr Hogan said the area will be great for students, staff and the community. “This will allow…
Clarence Environment Centre has been working to protect old growth forestry at Hayards Crossing. They are removing infestations of high priority weeds and restoring riverbanks. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said they want to continue this work and remove more weeds. “It was great to announce almost $20,000 to support this important project,” Mr Hogan said. “Through this funding, they can continue to reduce the impact of…
Nymboida was devastated by the recent bushfires. More than 80 homes were destroyed, and livelihoods were shattered. It is an incredibly resilient community. Clarence Valley Council received over $1.4 million in Federal Government grants to assist with bushfire recovery. Council has used this to upgrade important community assets. Federal Member for Page Kevin…
During the recent bushfires, Clarence Valley Regional Airport was crucial for firefighting aircraft. It needs an upgrade to allow more emergency aircrafts to land at the facility. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan recently joined Clarence Valley Council Mayor Jim Simmons to officially announce $300,000 to improve the apron and build its capacity. …
Regional Express (Rex) has announced it will restart regional services in Grafton, Lismore and Ballina. This is due to the Regional Airline Network Support (RANS) program, funded by the Federal Government. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said the program provides assistance to maintain a minimal weekly schedule to regional areas. “Rex was…
Dougherty Villa wanted to build a new 20-bed extension to deliver secure residential aged care. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan obtained $1.35 million in extra funding per year to enable this project to go ahead. Mr Hogan said it was great to attend the official opening of the ‘Waratah Wing’. “This brings…
The Federal Government is providing youth in the Clarence Valley access to scholarships worth up to $5,000 per year. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said this new program will provide around 400 scholarships to young people. The Clarence Valley is one of only ten regions that have been offered this opportunity. “I…
DROUGHT AND FIRE ASSISTANCE As our community continues to face challenges with both the drought and fires, I want to ensure everyone in is aware of the assistance that is available. You, or you may know of a neighbour or friend who could benefit from this information. Farmers and small businesses that have been hit by…
Work is underway to bring the Lower Clarence ‘Magpies’ new home ground up to local NRL standards. Local Federal, State and Council leaders today inspected construction on the site. The works are being funded through a $500,000 Australian Government grant, a $355,000 NSW Government grant and $505,502 from Clarence Valley Council. Federal Member for Page…
Disaster assistance is now available for the Clarence Valley and Tenterfield Local Government Areas that have been affected by the recent bushfires, the Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said. “My thoughts are with the families and businesses who’ve come under threat, some of whom have lost properties too,” he said. “It’s a devastating experience, and…