Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana will deliver a project to help migrants fully participate in the local community with a new $49,500 grant from the Federal Government. Upon announcing the funding today, Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the Coalition is committed to working closely with organisations such as RDA Orana to support social cohesion.…
Yuluwirri Kids – Coonabarabran Preschool and Long Day Care has received a $40,000 boost under the Federal Government’s Community Child Care Fund, announced today by Member for Parkes Mark Coulton. Mr Coulton said the funding will help improve child care participation in the area. “This excellent funding will help Yuluwirri Kids to continue to support…
Little Possums Childcare and Early Learning Centre in Warren has received a $177,500 boost under the Federal Government’s Community Child Care Fund, announced today by Member for Parkes Mark Coulton. Mr Coulton said the funding has been allocated over a three-year period to help improve child care participation in the area. “This excellent funding will…
Residents of the Bogan Shire Council area will soon see funds flow for drought support, with $1 million worth of projects now approved under the Coalition’s Drought Communities Programme (DCP). Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said he is delighted that Council has had all seven of their proposed local projects approved. “I am so pleased…
Rawsonville Pony Club near Dubbo has received $146,899 for an equestrian arena and facility upgrade, announced by Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton. Mr Coulton was pleased to visit the pony club last week to congratulate the committee on their success. “Rawsonville Pony Club is an excellent example of a strong local sporting club, with…
The Coalition Government has announced it will invest more than $2.6 million in Walgett, Wilcannia and Brewarrina, through its successful Remote School Attendance Strategy (RSAS). Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the Strategy is making a difference to school attendance and education outcomes in his electorate. “With the extension of the RSAS through to December…
The Liberal National Government will provide a record funding commitment for community mental health services nationally, including in the Parkes electorate, through Primary Health Networks (PHNs). Member for Parkes Mark Coulton welcomed the announcement, and said the funding will contribute strongly to a more integrated mental health system. “The Western NSW PHN is expected to…
4 February 2019 The Centre Alliance call to ban cotton exports is nothing more than a senseless stunt that attacks hard-working farming communities right across my electorate. Targeting those who need the support of our community and government leaders the most right now is dangerous and thoughtless. The stark reality of our current situation is…
The Liberal-National Government will help more young people with mental illness living in Dubbo to enter the workforce with a package of increased support. Minister for Families and Social Services, Paul Fletcher MP and Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton MP have announced an additional $520,000 in funding to continue the Individual Placement and Support…
Healthcare and economic development are set to soar in the Dubbo region following a multi-million dollar redevelopment of the Dubbo City Regional Airport. Member for Dubbo Troy Grant said the upgrades, which included runway tarmac strengthening, lighting upgrades, 11 new hangars, taxiway upgrades, an aeromedical facilty, a new link road and associated services, would also…