Rowan Ramsey Federal Member for Grey
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Port Augusta Car Rally Leigh Creek Alpaca Stud Wool Bay Scott Morrison - A Down to Earth Prime Minister Rowan Ramsey Grey Australians are disappointed at the removal As Treasurer he was largely responsible for the of another Prime Minister and while I did not rescue of the economy, returning our budget support change I am very pleased to have Scott to surplus next year, record jobs growth (400k Federal Member for Grey Morrison as our new PM. in a year) and as a result of the outstanding The public has warmed to Scott’s down to earth, turnaround, the ability to invest record amounts no-nonsense approach and appreciates his in education, defence, health and aged care. concentration on the issues rather than political At the same time he delivered the biggest tax point-scoring on inconsequential matters. cuts in a generation for individuals, small and Morrison has been tested in two of the toughest medium business. Catching up with Kevin Schwab and his pride and Rowan discussed the future of Leigh Creek with Tavern Learning about alpacas at Neil and Di Daniels’ portfolios. He was the Minister responsible for We can only do these things if we have a strong, joy at Gladstone Square during the Northern Districts relief manager David Hartley and local Joanne Cotter. Barachel Alpaca Stud, Wool Bay. Neil and Di run this stopping the boats, a position the rest of the vibrant economy. Motor Sports Rally. While it has been a challenge, locals remain optimistic as a tourist attraction as well as a working sheep and Grey, a great place to live and work... about their future. world is now trying to emulate. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, Rowan and Prime alpaca stud. Minister Scott Morrison Whyalla Football Wind-Up Leadership Graduation Wallaroo Variety Bash Visits Kimba Boundary Changes Port Pirie Smelters Picnic Visits to Businesses in the New Area of Grey As a result of recent boundary changes by western part of the Light Council. the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC), I have been busy since the redistribution Grey has now expanded to 92.4% of the attending community functions, visiting major State. employers and running pop-up office events The State’s declining percentage of the in many of these areas. Riverton Saddleworth Long Plains national population determined the AEC I am fortunate in having a strong knowledge Clare Avon Watervale reduce the number of seats in the state to of the rest of the electorate which places me Balaklava Auburn Wild Horse Plains ten. in the position to build on that relationship in Port Wakefield Sevenhills Bowmans The remaining seats have been expanded the new areas. Owen Manoora Lower Light Congratulations to Whyalla Football League trophy Rowan was pleased to listen to the presentations of up The Variety Bash visited Kimba on the second last night and Grey now has 120 thousand electors, Great things are happening in Grey and Roseworthy Mintaro Wasleys winners. President Jack Velthuizen presented South and coming regional leaders who graduated from the of their 2018 rally and it was good to catch up with SA gaining the equivalent of three quarters of a our economic contribution to the State has Hamley Bridge Port Parham Stockport The Smelters Picnic is a major event in Port Pirie’s Whyalla’s Joel Howard-Bristow with the Whyalla News Yorke and Mid North Emerging Leaders. President Sandra Lukin and husband Tony. state seat. plenty of upside. I am as committed and full Mallala Middle Beach Halbury calendar and this year’s event was a great success. Medal. Dublin Lewiston Marrabel Recently Rowan visited Perfection Fresh Tomato Glasshouse near Two Wells, the largest glasshouse in I welcome the council areas of Clare and of enthusiasm for my role in representing the Rowan is pictured having a chat with Smelters Picnic Two Wells Tarlee Thompson’s Beach Australia, Balco’s export Hay Business at Bowmans and South Australia’s largest egg producer Days Eggs committee member Ray Walters. Wandearah Heritage Society Whyalla Veterans’ Day Fowlers Bay Visit Gilbert Valley, Adelaide Plains, and part of new parts of the electorate as I have been for near Lower Light. He is pictured at Days Eggs with owner Dion Andary. Wakefield Council not already in Grey and all parts of Grey. Rhynie Windsor Alma Oysterfest Art Exhibition Plant Breeding Centre Opened at Roseworthy The importance of breeding with legendary wheat breeders Delivering in Grey grain varieties in South Rex Krause and Gill Hollamby Australia cannot be overstated. present. They were responsible We have a Government in Canberra delivering a Building Better Regions I was pleased to attend the for varieties like Halberd, Spear strong economy and a State Government keen to More than $40m into Grey since coming to opening of the $20m Australian and Machete. Gill was heard cooperate. Grain Technology Centre at to remark – “It’s even got air Government. Backing significant infrastructure Roseworthy recently. The conditioning!” This state of the “My persistence is delivering right around the electorate including wharf loading Rowan joined His Excellency Hieu Van Le at the Vietnam Veterans’ Day is increasingly important for Discussing tourism with Fowlers Bay Café owner Dr facilities, town sewerage systems, numerous event was also a celebration art centre is a huge plus for the opening of the Broughton Plains Heritage Society/Nurom Robyn Wallace and staff member Lena. Rowan also Viewing Sharon Gilmore’s winning entry in the Australians to remember the military service of Vietnam results for our electorate.“ community sporting facilities, artificial reefs, aged of Australian plant breeding grain industry. Whim Historical Group’s new shed, which received a caught up with Simone Keogh who with husband Rod WestArt Oysterfest Art Exhibition with West Coast veterans. It is a time to recognise and atone for the way care facilities, telecommunications and flood substantial Federal grant. returning servicemen were treated at the time. runs whale watching tours. Sentinal journalist Luca Cetta. mitigation works, to name just some. Joy Baluch Bridge Jamestown Air Show Clare Catch-Up Willowie Book Launch Securing Drought Funding for Grey Secured $160m of $200m project for duplication of the bridge at Port Augusta, fixing the pedestrian Regional Jobs & Investment Package Drought in Australia is a regular companion and as really struggling, the $6k boost per person to the Farm Listening to Drought Issues Announcement of Port Wakefield overpass part of the business risk it should be part of farm Household Assistance has been welcome as has the safety, bottleneck and emergency service issues in $20m to stimulate jobs growth in the Upper Spencer project with Deputy Prime Minister Michael planning. The Government has a host of programs extra commitment to the Rural Financial Counselling one project – completion 2022. Gulf providing more than 300 permanent jobs. McCormack, State Minister Stephan Knoll and including Farm Management Deposits, accelerated Service (RFCS). I have visited most of the worst Member for Narungga Fraser Ellis. tax write-offs for fodder conservation, fencing and affected areas and encourage anyone with particular Port Wakefield Solution New Funding Deal for Childcare water infrastructure. However, despite these efforts, concerns to contact me. differences in individual circumstances, the severity The most important piece of advice I have is; DO NOT Secured $72m of $90m project – fixing the Yorke Subsidy lifted from 72% to 85% and abolishing the of the drought and international commodity prices can SELF ASSESS. Contact the free RFCS. The Prime Peninsula turnoff bottleneck – ensuring economic Annual Rebate Cap. conspire to undo our best efforts. This drought, while Minister Scott Morrison announced at the Drought future of Port Wakefield and the first step in dual not yet as bad here as in the eastern states, is having Summit the establishment of a $5bn Drought Future lanes to Port Augusta. Caught up with Brian and Jo Tilbrook in the main street of The Willowie Hall was full for the launch of Diggers Drought Support a significant impact. Fund to assist farmers prepare for drought and Rowan ran into Robert Sampson from Balaklava with from the Dust. The book authored by Di Barrie and grandson Sam at the outstanding Jamestown Air Show. Clare. They had dropped in to visit a local art gallery. During the last two months I raised the issue of importantly ensure there is money in the kitty when her husband’s cousin Andrew commemorates the $1m each for the 13 most drought-affected councils Unbelievable array of WW2 war aircraft. Support for New Port on EP drought relief for South Australian councils with the hard times strike again. I have advocated with Buy a servicemen and women from the Willowie district. across Grey determined by significant rainfall $10m through the Regional Growth Fund to assist Prime Minister and met on a number of occasions Bale and convinced them to extend their reach into SA Edithburgh Museum Port Pirie Blessing of the Fleet Blinman Art Exhibition deficiency and the percentage of people employed with Agriculture Minister David Littleproud and Minister and finally some relief around the Robertstown area in the establishment of a new multi-commodity in agriculture. Rowan held a drought forum at Arno Bay in August for Regional Services and Local Government Bridget has been received. Owen Primary School deserves deep water port on EP - competition will alter the with assistance from Centrelink’s Robert Holtham McKenzie. Persistence pays off and I am very pleased congratulations for their huge contribution towards the dynamics of the SA grains industry. and Rural Financial Counsellor Chris Fitzgerald. A Full Headspace Unit for Whyalla with the recent announcement of up to $1 million each supply of emergency fodder as does Steve Whillas major issue farmers are facing is continual drift and for 13 drought-affected councils in Grey.