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The Mitchell community are encouraged to observe a minute’s silence this Remembrance Day, to reflect on the service and sacrifice of all those Australians who have suffered and died in times of war.
Federal Member for Mitchell, the Hon Alex Hawke MP, said it was important to continue the tradition of pausing at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate our fallen.
The National Strategy to Prevent and Respond to Child Sexual Abuse (2021-2030) announced today will provide vital protection and support for Australia’s young people.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the landmark National Strategy was the first of its kind.
“This is a watershed day for Australia. Today we deliver the first ever long-term, truly national plan to protect our children from the scourge of sexual abuse,” Prime Minister Morrison said.
The Morrison Government will act in a practical, responsible way to deliver net zero emissions by 2050 while preserving Australian jobs and generating new opportunities for industries and regional Australia.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Minister for Industry, Energy and Emissions Reduction Angus Taylor today released Australia’s Long Term Emissions Reduction Plan (the Plan), to deliver net zero emissions by 2050.
The Coalition Government is providing a further $150,000 in funding for small-scale upgrades and new equipment that community groups in Mitchell need and deserve.
Expressions of interest open on Tuesday, 26 October, for Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme, giving local governing bodies and community groups an opportunity to nominate projects for grants of up to $20,000.