The Coalition has announced the appointment of Wide Bay MP Llew O’Brien as Shadow Special Envoy for Men and Boys. Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP said men and boys were facing real challenges in all aspects of life, such as health, family law, education and the workforce, but too often these issues go…
The Coalition will more than double Australia’s minimum fuel reserves to 60 days and deliver at least 1 billion litres of new storage through an $800 million Australian Fuel Security Facility, building long-term resilience against future supply shocks in Hinkler. Under the plan, the threshold amount of fuel held by industry in Australia’s fuel reserves…
A Coalition Government will restore integrity, fairness and public confidence in Australia’s migration system, announcing the first instalment of its comprehensive plan to put Australian values back at the heart of immigration policy. This initial package forms part of the Coalition’s Australian Values Migration Plan, with further measures to be developed and announced throughout the…
Federal Member for Hinkler David Battt MP has joined calls for Parliament to recognise the vital role of neighbourhood centres and is pushing for long term operational and dedicated infrastructure funding. “These hubs are especially called upon to stand up and support communities during times of crisis, so now, more than ever, we must provide them with…
The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP is pleased to announce Bundaberg State High School’s Seth Johnson as the local Member for National Youth Parliament 2026. The Department of the House of Representatives and Y Australia today revealed the 150 participants for the National Youth Parliament 2026. The National Youth Parliament, to be held…
Federal Member for Hinkler David Battt MP is calling on residents of Hinkler to report fuel shortages using a new website, www.nofuelhere.com.au as communities across regional Australia feel the sting of the nation’s fuel crisis. “We’ve heard today in Question Time, from the Energy Minister, that there are 600 service stations across Australia, including 90…
Our community has once again banded together following our third major flood since December 2010. While the mighty Burnett River last week rose to levels just under the 2010 flood and two metres lower than 2013, this disaster has changed lives forever. More than 200 homes and businesses were inundated and each and everyone will…
Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP and Federal Nationals Senator for NSW Shadow Minister for Emergency Management Senator Ross Cadell have welcomed Personal Hardship Assistance for targeted parts of Bundaberg. Mr Batt took leave from Parliament earlier this week to return to the flood impacted Hinkler electorate. “As the flood water recedes, we stand…
The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP will take leave from Parliament for the remainder of the current sitting week to return to the flood impacted Hinkler electorate. “It’s important I return home to assist my community where I can,” Mr Batt said. Mr Batt organised a meeting with Minister for Emergency Management, Regional…
A new round of Volunteer Grants is now open for eligible not-for-profit community organisations. The Federal Member for Hinkler David Batt MP said the grants support the work of community organisations that rely on volunteers by removing barriers to volunteering and promoting awareness of volunteering opportunities. “Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will be available…
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