Media Releases
Almost two years since telehealth was introduced by the Morrison Government as a temporary initiative in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, 100 million services have now been delivered across the nation, including 36,345,112 in Victoria.
Dhauwurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service have a new GP onsite helping to care for local patients thanks to a Morrison Government pilot scheme that supports GPs in rural and remote areas with wage funding and mentoring while they gain their general practice qualification.
Over 38,000 people in Wannon will benefit from a boost to their social security payments from 20 March to help them keep up with the changes in the cost of living.
More bridges across Wannon could soon be upgraded or replaced, thanks to a further investment of $40 million from the Morrison Government under the Bridges Renewal Program (BRP).
The Morrison Government is delivering $206,450 under round six of the highly successful Safer Communities Fund to improve community safety in Warrnambool and help marginalised youth to build resilience, strengthen community connections and job readiness skills.
Sporting events across Wannon are set to benefit from the Morrison Government’s Regional Sport Events Fund.
Federal Member for Wannon, Dan Tehan said this would help local community groups reduce their power bills and emissions while also supporting local jobs.
Applications are now open for the new Rebuilding Regional Communities Program, giving local businesses and community groups a chance to share in $5.7 million.
Member for Wannon, Dan Tehan said an Aged Care Specialist Officer is now available in Warrnambool, to provide senior Australians and their families with personalised support to assist them to navigate the aged care system.
The search is on for Australia’s top veteran employers and employees, with nominations now open for the 2022 Prime Minister’s Veterans’ Employment Awards.
