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2012 fishing comp gets funding
The 2012 Lakes Entrance Fishing Convention is one of 14 projects that have been successful in gaining funding under the government’s Small Grants Program which funds projects through revenue generated from the sale of recreational…
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New vital resource for parents of children with a disability
State Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, said the ”One Day at a Time” resource launched would be of great assistance for parents of children with a disability. “Produced by Scope, it includes a great…
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60 new Landcare positions
Landcare groups across Victoria, including East Gippsland, can now apply for a fixed grant of up to $50,000 per year toward funding for one of the Victorian Coalition Government’s 60 new Landcare facilitator positions, Member…
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2012 Rural Women’s awards open
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, is calling on inspiring rural women who want to make a lasting contribution to primary industries and rural communities to put their hand up and nominate for the 2012…
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Local history grants open
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, is once again encouraging community groups who work to preserve the history of our region to apply for a share of $350,000 in funding. “Grants of up to $12,000…
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Government to stop sale of bongs
Speaking in Parliament last week, Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, strongly supported a new Bill which will ban the sale of bongs (for smoking cannabis) in retail outlets. “It has been simply ridiculous that…
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Mobile cancer screening available to rural women
A bright pink bus fitted with digital breast cancer screening equipment has commenced a road trip which will bring state-of-the-art technology to women living in rural and regional Victoria. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull…
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No excuses for irresponsible dog owners
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, welcomed the introduction of tougher laws which could see owners of declared dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dogs serve up to 10 years in jail if their dog is…
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'Very Special Kids' Fundraiser
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, has thrown down the gauntlet - or should we say trotter - to the rest of the community to support next week’s ‘Very Special Kids’ fundraising event. Very Special…
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Omeo recreation reserve upgrade
The community of Omeo will be able to play more sport more often with the official opening of three upgraded facilities at the Omeo Recreation Reserve today. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, was on…
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Swifts Creek town renewal project
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, joined members of the Swifts Creek community to officially celebrate the completion of the town’s CBD Renewal project today. Representing Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development…
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Review of speed limits
East Gippslanders are invited to have their say on what they believe are confusing or dangerous stretches of road where speed limit changes are required, Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull said today. “Anyone who…
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Detox your home
Old cleaning products, left-over paint, dead batteries and weedkiller stored around your home can now be safely disposed of without putting a strain on the environment. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, is encouraging local…
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Getting tough on dangerous dogs
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, has strongly supported new legislation that cracks down on dangerous and restricted dogs, including the American Pit Bull, in the aftermath of a shocking recent incident in which a…
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Farm debt mediation bill
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, has addressed Parliament on the benefits of the new Farm Debt Mediation Bill, which will require a creditor to provide a farmer with the option to mediate before taking…
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Nats maintain fight on childcare funding
The Federal Government’s refusal to pay its component of Take A Break childcare funding has been slammed in State Parliament this week by Nationals Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday…
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Firewood collection permits abolished
The Coalition Government has - from today - abolished the need for permits for collection of firewood on public land, making it easier and more affordable for those who rely on this resource for heating.…
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Public safety grants available to local councils
The Coalition Government has launched grants of up to $250,000 for local councils to fund major projects to prevent crime and make their communities safer. Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, welcomed the announcement and…
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Funding to improve black spots
Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, welcomed the recent announcement that $1.15 million will be spent in Gippsland towards upgrading five road sites which have been identified as accident black spots. The funding announcement included…
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Boating facilities grants open
East Gippsland residents have the opportunity to share in $4.2 million worth of funding with the first round of the Victorian Coalition Government’s Boating Safety and Facilities Program now open. “We have some beautiful waterways…
