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Sharon Grierson Welcomes 43rd Parliament of Australia - 7 September 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the decision of two of the three remaining independents to support the formation of a Gillard Labor Government.
Abbott to Bring Back the Worst of Work Choices - 20 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today urged Novocastrians not to risk their vote with Mr Abbott, who today confirmed a Coalition Government would bring back the worst of Work Choices.
Newcastle First in Australia to Benefit from e-health Records - 17 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed an announcement by the Gillard Government that Newcastle will be one of the first places in Australia to benefit from the use of electronic health records.
Sharon Grierson Officially Launches Newcastle Community Transport Bus - 16 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today launched a brand new and fully-equipped minibus which will provide support to aged and disability care services in Newcastle.
Abbott's Health List Would Hurt Newcastle - 5 August 2010
Vital health services in Newcastle would be scrapped under an Abbott Government, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Labor's High Speed Rail Commitment for Newcastle - 4 August 2010
I have been working with Minister Albanese on the high speed rail proposal for Newcastle for over a year. I am delighted that the Gillard Government has tonight announced a concrete and costed commitment.
More Affordable Housing for Newcastle - 3 August 2010
Fedral Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to officially open eight new affordable housing apartments worth $1.76 million and funded under the Social Housing National Partnership.
Supporting National Tree Day - 1 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today joined a group of dedicated volunteers planting trees in King Edward Park to mark National Tree Day.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the decision of two of the three remaining independents to support the formation of a Gillard Labor Government.
Abbott to Bring Back the Worst of Work Choices - 20 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today urged Novocastrians not to risk their vote with Mr Abbott, who today confirmed a Coalition Government would bring back the worst of Work Choices.
Newcastle First in Australia to Benefit from e-health Records - 17 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed an announcement by the Gillard Government that Newcastle will be one of the first places in Australia to benefit from the use of electronic health records.
Sharon Grierson Officially Launches Newcastle Community Transport Bus - 16 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today launched a brand new and fully-equipped minibus which will provide support to aged and disability care services in Newcastle.
Abbott's Health List Would Hurt Newcastle - 5 August 2010
Vital health services in Newcastle would be scrapped under an Abbott Government, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Labor's High Speed Rail Commitment for Newcastle - 4 August 2010
I have been working with Minister Albanese on the high speed rail proposal for Newcastle for over a year. I am delighted that the Gillard Government has tonight announced a concrete and costed commitment.
More Affordable Housing for Newcastle - 3 August 2010
Fedral Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to officially open eight new affordable housing apartments worth $1.76 million and funded under the Social Housing National Partnership.
Supporting National Tree Day - 1 August 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today joined a group of dedicated volunteers planting trees in King Edward Park to mark National Tree Day.
Poll Position for Newcastle - 30 July 2010
At the Newcastle ballot draw today seven candidates nominated and Sharon Grierson drew the sixth position.
Sharon Grierson 2010 Community Volunteer Awards - 28 July 2010
A world pioneed and Newcastle's oldest sporting club were among the 56 recipients of a Sharon Grierson 2010 Community Volunteer Award today at South Leagues Club.
Promoting Mens' Health with a Pit Stop - 22 July 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today visited TPI House to inspect the "Pit Stop" Health Day, a Hunter New England Area Health Initiative promoting health check ups for Veterans.
Opening of New $16.5 million Facilities at Newcastle TAFE - 21 July 2010
NSW Minister for Education and Training, Sharon Grierson MP, and Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, will officially open new training facilities at Newcastle TAFE today.
New Training Facility for Hunter Community College - 20 July 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to open new training facilities at the Hunter Community College that will improve vocational education and training for students in the Newcastle region.
2010 Federal Election - 18 July 2010
The Rudd and Gillard Governments have invested over $1.5 billion into Newcastle, and I am delighted to be the Government's candidate for the Federal election.
Maitland Jobs Expo: 593 Jobs Created - 5 July 2010
Thanks to the Keep Australia Working Jobs Expo held in the Hunter yesterday, 593 previously unemployed people will have a job.
New Family Court Judge Appointed to Newcastle Registry - 30 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the appointment of Ms Margaret Cleary as judge for the Newcastle Registry of the Family Court of Australia.
$30 Million for Newcastle Institute of Energy and Resources - 24 June 2010
The Hunter will continue to be at the forefront of sustainable energy research and development with the establishment of the Newcastle Institute of Energy and Resources.
Paid Parental Leave is History in the Making - 17 June 2010
Today's passage of the Rudd Government's Paid Parental Leave legislation through Parliament is an historic occasion and one that working women in Australia will applaud, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Speaking our Language: a Boost for Indigenous Culture in Newcastle - 11 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today announced $236,472 in funding for a number of projects supporting Indigenous cultural services in the Newcastle area.
Hunter Water Receives $8.85 million - 8 June 2010
Communities in the Hunter region are set to benefit from Federal Government funding that will assist in securing water supplies.
Newcastle Wins Smart Grid Smart City - 7 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the news that Newcastle will become the site of Australia's first commercial-scale smart gird.
More Support for Mortgage Stress - 1 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to announce over half a million dollars in funding for the Samaritans Foundation to enhance their support services for those at risk of homelessness due to mortgage stress.
Apprentice Kickstart to Boost Local Apprentices in Newcastle - 20 May 2010
Newcastle employers are encouraged to take advantage of the extension of the Apprentice Kickstart program, which triples the first year apprentice bonus to almost $5,000.
Health Services in Newcastle the Big Winner in Federal Budget - 11 May 2010
Personally-controlled electronic health records; a $1.2 billion boost to GP and primary health care; record numbers of GPs; and more nurse practitioners for general practices were just some of the health service improvements contained in this year's Federal Budget, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
A Budget for the Times - 11 May 2010
The 2010/2011 Federal Budget has been a success in retunring our national economy to surplus and reducing debt three years ahead of schedule, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
2010 Community Volunteer Award Nominations Open - 10 May 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today opened nominations for her 2010 Community Volunteer Awards to mark the beginning of National Volunteer Week.
At the Newcastle ballot draw today seven candidates nominated and Sharon Grierson drew the sixth position.
Sharon Grierson 2010 Community Volunteer Awards - 28 July 2010
A world pioneed and Newcastle's oldest sporting club were among the 56 recipients of a Sharon Grierson 2010 Community Volunteer Award today at South Leagues Club.
Promoting Mens' Health with a Pit Stop - 22 July 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today visited TPI House to inspect the "Pit Stop" Health Day, a Hunter New England Area Health Initiative promoting health check ups for Veterans.
Opening of New $16.5 million Facilities at Newcastle TAFE - 21 July 2010
NSW Minister for Education and Training, Sharon Grierson MP, and Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, will officially open new training facilities at Newcastle TAFE today.
New Training Facility for Hunter Community College - 20 July 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to open new training facilities at the Hunter Community College that will improve vocational education and training for students in the Newcastle region.
2010 Federal Election - 18 July 2010
The Rudd and Gillard Governments have invested over $1.5 billion into Newcastle, and I am delighted to be the Government's candidate for the Federal election.
Maitland Jobs Expo: 593 Jobs Created - 5 July 2010
Thanks to the Keep Australia Working Jobs Expo held in the Hunter yesterday, 593 previously unemployed people will have a job.
New Family Court Judge Appointed to Newcastle Registry - 30 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the appointment of Ms Margaret Cleary as judge for the Newcastle Registry of the Family Court of Australia.
$30 Million for Newcastle Institute of Energy and Resources - 24 June 2010
The Hunter will continue to be at the forefront of sustainable energy research and development with the establishment of the Newcastle Institute of Energy and Resources.
Paid Parental Leave is History in the Making - 17 June 2010
Today's passage of the Rudd Government's Paid Parental Leave legislation through Parliament is an historic occasion and one that working women in Australia will applaud, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Speaking our Language: a Boost for Indigenous Culture in Newcastle - 11 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today announced $236,472 in funding for a number of projects supporting Indigenous cultural services in the Newcastle area.
Hunter Water Receives $8.85 million - 8 June 2010
Communities in the Hunter region are set to benefit from Federal Government funding that will assist in securing water supplies.
Newcastle Wins Smart Grid Smart City - 7 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the news that Newcastle will become the site of Australia's first commercial-scale smart gird.
More Support for Mortgage Stress - 1 June 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to announce over half a million dollars in funding for the Samaritans Foundation to enhance their support services for those at risk of homelessness due to mortgage stress.
Apprentice Kickstart to Boost Local Apprentices in Newcastle - 20 May 2010
Newcastle employers are encouraged to take advantage of the extension of the Apprentice Kickstart program, which triples the first year apprentice bonus to almost $5,000.
Health Services in Newcastle the Big Winner in Federal Budget - 11 May 2010
Personally-controlled electronic health records; a $1.2 billion boost to GP and primary health care; record numbers of GPs; and more nurse practitioners for general practices were just some of the health service improvements contained in this year's Federal Budget, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
A Budget for the Times - 11 May 2010
The 2010/2011 Federal Budget has been a success in retunring our national economy to surplus and reducing debt three years ahead of schedule, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
2010 Community Volunteer Award Nominations Open - 10 May 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today opened nominations for her 2010 Community Volunteer Awards to mark the beginning of National Volunteer Week.
More Funding for Indigenous Services - 10 May 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated three local Indigenous service providers for securing further support from the Rudd Government to continue their important community services.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated three local Indigenous service providers for securing further support from the Rudd Government to continue their important community services.
Guests Behaving Badly Make Good - 6 May 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP was today pleased to announced a $70,000 Commercialising Enterprising Technologies (COMET) grant to a Hamilton company, Guests Behaving Badly.
More Funding for Carers - 23 April 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, announced today that two local community organisations are to receive $698,646 in funding as part of the Rudd Government's Funding for Carers' and Community-based Respite Program.
Saluting their Service on Anzac Day - 23 April 2010
A local RSL and a nearby high school will receive grants of up to $3,000 as part of the Federal Government's Saluting their Service Commemorations Program, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
New Diagnostic Test Birth of a Great Idea - 20 April 2010
A new diagnostic test to predict when a pregnant woman will start labour, developed at the University of newcastle, will receive $205,677 in Government funding in recognition of its innovative nature and commercial viability, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP was today pleased to announced a $70,000 Commercialising Enterprising Technologies (COMET) grant to a Hamilton company, Guests Behaving Badly.
More Funding for Carers - 23 April 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, announced today that two local community organisations are to receive $698,646 in funding as part of the Rudd Government's Funding for Carers' and Community-based Respite Program.
Saluting their Service on Anzac Day - 23 April 2010
A local RSL and a nearby high school will receive grants of up to $3,000 as part of the Federal Government's Saluting their Service Commemorations Program, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
New Diagnostic Test Birth of a Great Idea - 20 April 2010
A new diagnostic test to predict when a pregnant woman will start labour, developed at the University of newcastle, will receive $205,677 in Government funding in recognition of its innovative nature and commercial viability, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Air Warefare Destroyer Project Benefiting Newcastle - 15 April 2010
Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Materiel and Science and Sharon Grierson MP, Federal Member for Newcastle, announced today that full production of the Australian Navy's three Hobart Class Air Warefare Destroyer's is now underway including at the Forgac's Shipyard in Newcastle.
Greg Combet, Minister for Defence Materiel and Science and Sharon Grierson MP, Federal Member for Newcastle, announced today that full production of the Australian Navy's three Hobart Class Air Warefare Destroyer's is now underway including at the Forgac's Shipyard in Newcastle.
Building the Education Revolution at New Lambton South Public School - 14 April 2010
Minister for Education, Julia Gillard, together with Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson, today visited New Lambton South Public School to speak to students and staff about the effect the Building the Education Revolution is having on the ground at their school.
Sharon Grierson Holds Street Stall in Lambton - 28 March 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, will tomorrow hold a street stall in Elder Street, Lambton, near the site of the recently closed Lambton Family Medical Centre
2010 Sharon Grierson Education Scholarships Announced - 23 March 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to announce the two recipients of the annual Sharon Grierson Education Scholarship.
Women Lead the Way at Newcastle Uni - 8 March 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated the University of Newcastle for its inclusion in a list of the nation's top organisations for leading the way in recognising and advancing women in the workplace.
Fighting Global Poverty - A Newcastle Perspective - 3 March 2010
Parliamentary Secretarty for International Development Assistance, the Hon. Bob McMullan MP, Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP and Compassion Australia will today host a forum to discuss the progress towards the Millennium Development Goals.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, was today pleased to announce the two recipients of the annual Sharon Grierson Education Scholarship.
Women Lead the Way at Newcastle Uni - 8 March 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated the University of Newcastle for its inclusion in a list of the nation's top organisations for leading the way in recognising and advancing women in the workplace.
Fighting Global Poverty - A Newcastle Perspective - 3 March 2010
Parliamentary Secretarty for International Development Assistance, the Hon. Bob McMullan MP, Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP and Compassion Australia will today host a forum to discuss the progress towards the Millennium Development Goals.
Support Available for AMEX Redundancy Workers - 3 March 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, has today offered Federal Government support to the 122 local workers facing redunancy in June when American express closes its customer service branch in Newcastle.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, has today offered Federal Government support to the 122 local workers facing redunancy in June when American express closes its customer service branch in Newcastle.
$417,000 for Community Infrastructure in Newcastle - 3 March 2010
The Rudd Government has today approved $417,000 in funding towards the upgrade of the skate facility at Empire Park, in Bar Beach, along with the construction of a new bat-ball court, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
The Rudd Government has today approved $417,000 in funding towards the upgrade of the skate facility at Empire Park, in Bar Beach, along with the construction of a new bat-ball court, said Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Pilot Program to Boost Employment for People with Disability - 1 March 2010
Employers in Newcastle are being included in a pilot project to boost job opportunities for people with disability, Minister for Employment Participation Mark Arbib announced today.
Employers in Newcastle are being included in a pilot project to boost job opportunities for people with disability, Minister for Employment Participation Mark Arbib announced today.
One Week Left for Apprentice Kickstart Program - 22 February 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today reminded local businesses that there was only one week left to take advantage of the Rudd Government's Apprentice Kickstart program.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today reminded local businesses that there was only one week left to take advantage of the Rudd Government's Apprentice Kickstart program.
Newcastle Uni Doctor Appointed to New Medicines Safety Advisory Committee - 3 February 2010
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated Dr Jane Robertson, a clinical pharmacist at the University of Newcastle, on her appointment to the New Advisory Committee on the Safety of Medicines (ACSOM).
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today congratulated Dr Jane Robertson, a clinical pharmacist at the University of Newcastle, on her appointment to the New Advisory Committee on the Safety of Medicines (ACSOM).
Interest Rates on Hold is Good News for Working Families - 2 February 2010
The decision taken by the Reserve Bank of Australia today to keep interest rates on hold is good news for working families and small business in Newcastle, says Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP.
Sharon Grierson Education Scholarships Open - Wednesday 27 January
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, has today invited nominations for the 2010 Sharon Grierson Education Scholarships.
University of Newcastle to Recieve over $34 million in Research Grants - Thursday 21 January
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the announcement of $34,376,334 in funding for research block grants to the University of Newcastle, which will support a further 81 PhD and Masters places.
Federal Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson MP, today welcomed the announcement of $34,376,334 in funding for research block grants to the University of Newcastle, which will support a further 81 PhD and Masters places.