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Entries for July 2010
31 July 2010 in Media
Coalition to re-examine taking rail freight out of the Adelaide Hills
The Coalition acknowledges that rail freight traffic through the Adelaide Hills and eastern suburbs pose long-term concerns about freight capacity, bushfire safety and noise pollution.
Given the overwhelming public concern, an elected Coalition Government will re-visit specific elements of the Adelaide Rail Freight Movement Study and apply a more credible methodology to the analysis of diverting rail freight traffic out of... »
31 July 2010 in Campaign Diary
Day 21
I spent this morning campaigning in Aberfoyle Park, and had the chance to speak to lots of residents in this area.
Then despite the rain, we then headed to Yankalilla for further campaigning.
Later on in the afternoon I officially launched Erika Walter's exhibition for the SALA Festival in Lobethal. »
30 July 2010 in Blog
Taking the office to you
When I was elected to the Federal Parliament in September 2008, I promised to introduce a ‘Mobile Electorate Office’ to move around the electorate, listening to people about the issues concerning them.
I believe it is absolutely crucial that I am accessible to all of my constituents, no matter where they live. I have delivered this promise.
If re-elected, I will continue to regularly travel around Mayo, holding various street corner meetings to discuss any issue... »
30 July 2010 in Campaign Diary
Day 22
Today I attended the ballot draw for the electorate of Mayo at the Australian Electoral Commission office in Stirling. I was selected as the number two position on the House of Representatives ballot paper.
Much of the rest of the afternoon was spent visiting local businesses and campaigning on the streets of Stirling with Isobel Redmond, followed by lunch at the Stirling Hotel.
Later I attended the public forum on the Adelaide Rail Freight Northern Bypass at... »
30 July 2010 in Footy Tips
Round Eighteen
Essendon v St Kilda - St Kilda
Collingwood v Carlton - Carlton
Port Adelaide v Hawthorn - Hawthorn
Sydney Swans v Geelong - Geelong
Brisbane Lions v Melbourne - Melbourne
Richmond v Adelaide Crows - Adelaide Crows
Western Bulldo... »
29 July 2010 in Mayo News
Federal Liberals to provide funding for South Coast pool
I am very pleased to announce that an elected Federal Liberal Government will provide $2 million funding to help build a South Coast swimming pool complex.
Since elected in 2008, I have been fighting for investment in key community infrastructure. In this respect I was very pleased to assist the Alexandrina Council in securing federal funding for the Strathalbyn pool upgrade.
A swimming pool has long been in demand and become increasing... »
29 July 2010 in Media
Federal Liberals to provide funding for South Coast pool
I am very pleased to announce that an elected Federal Liberal Government will provide $2 million funding to help build a South Coast swimming pool complex.
Since elected in 2008, I have been fighting for investment in key community infrastructure. In this respect I was very pleased to assist the Alexandrina Council in securing federal funding for the Strathalbyn pool upgrade.
A swimming pool has long been in demand and become ... »
29 July 2010 in Campaign Diary
Day 23
Today I was pleased to announce that an elected Federal Liberal Government will provide $2 million funding to help build a South Coast swimming pool complex.
To view the story on the front page of the Victor Harbor Times today, click here: LinkClick.aspx »
29 July 2010 in Blog
Death by focus group under Prime Minister Gillard
For months Julia Gillard and her Labor mates have been abusing Tony Abbott’s direct action approach to climate change. And the response? A focus group. Wow, how inspiring.
This raises real questions on what a re-elected Gillard Government would really do?
The truth about the Gillard policy record is appalling. Putting aside the fact that she was there for every decision made by the Rudd Government, her personal contribution to policy has been ... »
28 July 2010 in Campaign Diary
Day 24
I was interviewed by Great Southern FM in Victor Harbor this morning about general election issues and about the issues I am fighting for in Mayo.
Much of the afternoon was spent campaigning in Uraidla and Balhannah and talking with the locals in these areas.
I then headed to Verdun for the first anniversary of the Early Learning Centre at the Hills Christian Community School.
I finished the day with dinner with the Shadow Treasurer, Joe ... »