Five suburbs in my electorate are specifically excluded from Labor’s fast broadband commitment. Brooklyn; Cowan; Dangar Island; parts of Glenorie; Kenthurst; and down to Wiseman’s Ferry will miss out. That means nearly 4,000 constituents will not benefit from Labor’s new broadband announcement AND a... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that industry predictions that consumers will have to pay more than $200 a month to use Labor's proposed National Broadband Network have now been supported by analysis conducted by a highly-regarded economist and this will affect constituents.
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The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said ANZAC Day, 25th April, marks an important day in the nation’s history and is an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifice, bravery and spirit of those who lost their lives, those who served and returned and those currently serving in conflict and peacekee... ... more
Australia has long been one of the most generous hosts to people found to be refugees, displaced and in need of a long term resolution of their circumstances.
To achieve this outcome, Australia has conducted its Refugee and Special Humanitarian program for the resettlement task.. Few countries prov... ... more
WEST PENNANT HILLS ABC2 CENTRE TO CLOSE
ONE OF EIGHT IN TOTAL IN NSW
GREAT LOSS TO LOCAL FAMILES
Despite the announcement by PPB (the Court Appointed Receivers of ABC Learning), that 210 centres will remain open there are still some parents and children who face a distressing time having to fin... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that under the National Secondary School Computer Fund (the Fund) which is a key component of the Australian Government’s $2 billion Digital Education Revolution initiative, five local schools have been successful receiving in total $903,000 in fu... ... more
MEDIA WELCOME
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP will host a presentation of the Australian Defence Medal for three residents on Friday 17th April 2009.
Background
The Australian Defence Medal was established on 30 March 2006. Over one million Australians are eligible for the medal.
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The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock MP said today that the Federal government has announced the opening of nominations and encouraged constituents to nominate someone who has worked locally in the disability area for an award.
“The National Disability Awards celebrate and acknowledge the achieve... ... more
The Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock said today that suburbs in his electorate are specifically excluded from Labor’s fast broadband commitment.
The following suburbs and immediate surrounds in my electorate will miss out:
Brooklyn; Cowan; Pitt Town; Dangar Island; Glenorie; Kenthurst.
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The Federal Member for Berowra, Philip Ruddock today cautioned constituents to read the fine print on new announcements by the Federal government promising mortgage holidays for people and families who lose their job.
“The Opposition commends the banks for taking a proactive approach for clients w... ... more