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more than $150,000 for the Shire of Gingin to undertake strategic coastal planning for Ledge Point, Guilderton, Seabird and Lancelin, $300,000 to the Shire of Esperance for a collaborative trial project. Local businesses will benefit from the following: The following initiatives will focus on driving investment in renewable energy and new technologies in the region: $18.8 million will be invested for regional renal hostels, including a new hostel in Kalgoorlie. Constructing the new Over the Range walk trail in Cape Range National Park, Upgrading visitor facilities and services in Cape Range National Park, including at new facilities at Oyster Stacks, new interpretation and building improvements to the Milyering Visitor Centre and new visitor services at the park headquarters, Upgrading vehicle access in Nyinggulu (Ningaloo) Coastal reserves and upgrading park services in Coral Bay, Small permanent stage at Exhibition Ground to support boutique activations and arts and culture, Lotterywest Family Area café building upgrade including adjacent public toilets, replace a small section of the jetty deck, improve visitor facilities including new toilets, $9.17 million to South Metropolitan TAFE’s Mandurah campus for a new Hospitality and Tourism Training Centre to deliver training for a range of courses including commercial cookery, tourism and events management, $25 million for free TAFE short courses to upskill thousands of Western Australians, with a variety of free courses available at South Metropolitan TAFE’s Mandurah campus, $32 million to expand the Lower fees, local skills program and significantly reduce TAFE fees across 39 high priority courses, $8.65 million to invest in upgraded infrastructure, including roads and drainage in East Keralup to attract private industry and create local jobs, $2 million for upgrades at Mandurah Police Station, $116 million across the State for the Regional Land Booster package that will make residential, commercial and industrial lots more affordable including residential lots at Mandurah Junction and Ranford, and industrial lots in Pinjarra, installing solar panels at up to 60 bus and train stations across WA, including at Mandurah train station, $210,000 for upgrades at Waroona Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services. For more information see Message to east-coast FIFO workers: move to WA. $25 million has been funded for a new Clinker Storage Facility at the Kwinana Bulk Terminal, which involves: $87.6 million will upgrade the State’s major industrial hub, Henderson’s Australian Marine Complex (AMC) for various upgrades including: We’re committed to getting Kimberley locals back to work and investing in sectors including construction, manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, renewable energy, education and training, and agriculture. Other initiatives in the package include: For more information see the Comprehensive package to support WA family violence response media statement. This has seen funding from some relief measures being repurposed into a special COVID-19 Industry Support Fund to provide additional support and stimulus in areas it is most needed. Equipment upgrades to facilities at South Metropolitan TAFE to assist with training in defence industries, The establishment of a dedicated defence industry team at Rockingham Jobs and Skills Centre to undertake careers promotion across all schools and provide advice to job-seekers and potential workers. For more information visit WA boosting health system capacity for COVID-19 critical care. The $57.7 million Great Southern Recovery Plan will deliver a pipeline of jobs in sectors including construction, manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, renewable energy, education and training, agriculture, conservation and mining. Visit the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s website for information about submitting a claim. View eligibility criteria on the Water Corporation website. This support package has two funding streams - the $10.4 million Tourism Recovery Fund and the $4 million Tourism Business Survival Grants. It follows an operational review by all public sector bodies which identified legislative impediments that prevented agencies carrying out certain roles and responsibilities during the pandemic. The WA Government has introduced measures to provide relief to community services to respond to COVID-19: For more information see the support for community services in response to COVID-19 fact sheet (PDF 116 KB). $1 million to install an additional truck unloading facility at Berth 8, Bunbury Port. TAFE fees for a further 39 high priority courses will be slashed by as much as 72 per cent. Almost $6.7 million will strengthen the State’s family and domestic violence response teams through a partnership between the Department of Communities, the WA Police Force and the community services sector. $10 million to North Regional TAFE’s Broome campus for a new Hospitality and Student Services Centre. The completion of gaps in the Mitchell Freeway PSP is a key priority of the Western Australian Bicycle Network Plan 2014-2031. $600,000 to study blending hydrogen in the WA gas network and related technical, economic and regulatory implications. 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The first initiative included in the fund is an additional $30 million boost to the Building Bonus program to meet the higher than expected demand for the successful COVID-19 stimulus measure. These numbers will continue to increase as more Western Australians commence construction on their new homes, making them eligible for the grants. $2.6 million to continue implementation of the Future Battery Industry Strategy, $1.4 million to deliver LNG Jobs Taskforce initiatives. $3.2 million for a water playground at the Kununurra Leisure Centre. $5.7 million towards an Australian-first renewable energy microgrid in the Gascoyne town of Denham, $2 million to FMG H2’s renewable hydrogen mobility project in the Pilbara, $1 million towards ATCO’s hydrogen refueller project in Jandakot, $5 million in funding to the existing $10 million Renewable Hydrogen Fund, $3 million for a regulatory reform package to undertake and support a local hydrogen industry, $2.7 million to expand the Renewable Hydrogen Unit in the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation, $1 million towards identifying locations suitable for hydrogen storage, $1 million towards developing a detailed supply chain model that promotes hydrogen and identifies bottlenecks and limitations affecting the hydrogen export industry. Almost $7 million has been allocated to 4 high priority coastal erosion hotspots and an additional 42 coastal management projects. aftercare support following a suicide attempt through a peer-based approach, providing support and meeting the needs of those affected by a suicide death, increasing capacity of services that provide long-term support to children who have been bereaved by a suicide death. Strengthening Western Australia’s health and community services is a vital component of the WA Recovery Plan. The funding for the 12 research projects will go towards: For more information on the projects and recipients funded, visit the Department of Health website. The Off-the-Plan Duty Rebate Scheme promotes investment in the WA residential multi-tiered apartment market and stimulates jobs in the construction industry by providing a rebate of duty paid on eligible unit or apartment purchases. $150,000 to reconstruct a basketball court at Kalumburu, $142,500 to build a unisex change room at Exmouth, $98,960 to refurbish change rooms at Willetton Reserve, $83,189 to build unisex change rooms at Manjimup, $60,967 to convert a grass green to synthetic surface at Mount Lawley Bowling Club, $23,433 for a synthetic wicket and practice nets at Sir Ross McLarty Reserve in Pinjarra. There are now higher penalties for assaulting and threatening public officers and certain other officers delivering frontline services — including police officers, doctors, nurses, paramedics, bus drivers, and prison officers — in circumstances of actual or threatened exposure to COVID-19. The unprecedented $5.5 billion investment will create thousands of local jobs in important sectors such as construction, manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, renewable energy, education and training, agriculture, mining and conservation. call the Landlords Hotline on 1300 304 054. expiring fixed-term tenancies automatically convert to periodical tenancies, tenants who end a fixed-term tenancy before its end date due to COVID-19 related financial hardship will not incur break lease fees, but will still be liable for damage and rent arrears. BLOCK GRANT - A federal grant that consolidates, for a broad purpose, funding previously awarded for a wide range of activities. The WA Government and Virgin Australia have partnered to deliver cheaper fares and more flights to Broome and Kununurra as part of WA’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. payments in response to COVID-19 won’t be included in eligibility assessments or rent calculations for social housing. For further information see the $57 million recovery package for WA TAFE and training sector media statement. The moratorium on rent increases and other provisions will be extended until March 28, 2021 to help preserve stability and certainty in the rental market. As part of the $229 million TAFE package, the plan for the Mid-West includes: The plan for the Mid-West includes investment in infrastructure and industry, and the revamped Buy Local Policy will ensure local businesses are prioritised to carry out this work which includes: The plan also includes a significant investment in infrastructure and programs to drive tourism and create jobs: There’s also a focus across the region on driving investment in renewable energy and new technologies to create more sustainable jobs. $2.962 million to relocate Horizon Energy’s Call Centre from Melbourne to Broome. Non-eligible participants will need to pay a $191 fee. $4.8 million for the Apprenticeship and Traineeship Re-engagement Incentive. $1.1 million towards projects to complete the Middleton Beach foreshore upgrade including upgrading the northern landscape corridor which will deliver extra car parks, upgrade the Ellen Cove amphitheatre and constructing a link between the boardwalk and jetty; $12.78 million to establish trail towns and centres to service existing and new trails in the Great Southern region including the realignment of Munda Biddi Trail through William Bay National Park to Denmark, new trails in the Valley of the Giants to Walpole, new and upgraded trails in Torndirrup National Park, and new and upgraded trails at Castle Rock in the Porongurup National Park; $2.24 million to renew walk and cycle trails to encourage people to visit parks in the Great Southern region, including existing trails in the Torndirrup, Porongurup, Walpole-Nornalup and Mount Frankland national parks; $1.19 million for upgrades on the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail including renewing camp sites, bridges and sections of the track; $1.56 million for new and upgraded visitor facilities in national parks across the Great Southern region, including resealing Coalmine Beach Road in the Walpole-Nornalup National Park, an overflow car park at the Granite Skywalk at Castle Rock in the Porongurup National Park, and a new toilet at Ledge Beach in Gull Rock National Park; $400,000 towards upgrades at the Albany Waterfront Marina; and. Penalties of up to $50,000 for individuals still apply under the Emergency Management Act, however, the on-the-spot fines will allow WA Police to issue fines immediately, without having to go through the courts. Eighty per cent of apartments have sold with eligible purchasers benefitting from the 75 per cent transfer duty relief measures announced last year, to help support the construction and property sector, and economy out of COVID-19. $500 for travel to the Kimberley for agricultural work. For more information see the Charlies’ emergency department set to undergo $19 million upgrade media statement. Deliver a "Camping with Custodians" campground at Djarindjin on the Dampier Peninsula. Roe Highway/Great Eastern Highway/Abernethy Road - $180 million, Stephenson Avenue Extension in Stirling - $125 million, Leach Highway Welshpool Road Interchange - $93 million, Tonkin Highway Gap project - $400 million, Mitchell Freeway Extension to Romeo Road - $215 million, Mitchell Freeway Hodges Drive to Hepburn Avenue widening - $76 million, Swan River Crossings (Fremantle Traffic Bridge) - $230 million, Bussell Highway Duplication Stage 1 and Stage 2 - $85 million, $100 million regional road safety program, $8 million for Thomas Road upgrade in Oakford, $85 million for the Bussell Highway duplication. $6 million to restore the Ascot Kilns in accordance with State heritage registration. We're committed to building the defence manufacturing workforce. $10.5 million to upgrade the entrance road to Boodarie Strategic Industrial Area in Hedland, $20 million for Port Hedland’s Inner Harbour for upgrading retaining and sea walls, $51.2 million to Nelson Point Tug Haven for upgrading retaining and sheet pile walls. $695 million investment by the Commonwealth Government, State Government and Edith Cowan University to move its law and business schools, and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts into the Perth CBD, $360 million investment from the State Government, Curtin University and Murdoch University to expand or establish new presences in the Perth CBD, $105 million to the Perth Greater CBD Transport Plan to upgrade cycling and walking infrastructure, bus stop accessibility upgrades and enhance Roe Street, $20 million investment into the Perth Cultural Centre precinct for improvements and long-term vision development, $42 million to develop Perth Concert Hall into a world-class music venue, Up to $100 million to redevelop the WACA, including an inner-city swimming pool, $20 million for the East Perth Power Station to upgrade necessary infrastructure and improve connectivity to the site, $36 million to provide facilities, safety improvements and services for homeless people in the city, $18 million for the creation of an Australian Space Robotics, Automation and AI Command Control Complex, $10 million towards a WA Indigenous Business and Employment Hub in partnership with the Wirrpanda Foundation. Great pricing great service great staff. Find out about financial relief measures for business and industry. The systems use solar and battery technologies to generate and store energy, making power safer and more reliable. Dampier Peninsula - Upgrade existing campgrounds and day trip facilities to Camping with Custodians status. truck loading system to reduce dust impacts. We’re committed to supporting the Peel region. The significant investment is in line with the recommendations of the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Pandemic Response Plan and the Minister's mental health and AOD priorities released in March 2020. The Bill eases the burden on health care workers who contract COVID-19 and require access to workers’ compensation entitlements. $3,000 for employers taking on a displaced trainee. 747 Market Street. The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. $4.9 million to recreational camp facilities at the Ern Halliday Recreation Camp. The WA Government declared a Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency for WA in response to COVID-19. These projects, estimated to create 1,300 jobs, include: We’re committed to protecting, managing and enhancing WA’s coastal areas. $32 million to expand the Lower Fees, Local Skills program and reduce TAFE fees across 39 priority courses. The Workers’ Compensation and Injury Management Amendment (COVID-19 Response) Bill 2020 passed Parliament on 13 August 2020. $125,000 towards the installation of ‘Flupsies’, marine-based shellfish nursery modules, to grow commercial aquaculture in the Kimberley, Pilbara, Gascoyne, Mid-West and South Coast; $500,000 to provide infrastructure and resources at the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s (DPIRD) Hillarys' research facility to support research to develop tropical black lip rock oyster and other shellfish species; $700,000 towards the construction of a greenhouse and nursery at DPIRD’s Albany Shellfish Hatchery to increase production capacity; $1.5 million to fast-track completion of the Katanning sheep research facility and support world-class sheep research in Western Australia; $6 million over four years to continue delivering the Food Industry Innovation program to support regional value-added food and beverage businesses and promote collaboration across the supply chain; funding to fast-track the design and construction of DPIRD’s Geraldton Marine Finfish Nursery and increase its production capability; $8.1 million investment over four years to continue the successful eConnected Grainbelt program; and. The funding includes the already-completed new ED five-bed FastTrack area and negative pressure isolation room. $10 million towards the Clean Energy Future Fund to invest in clean energy technologies. To serve you better please select from the list of service areas below to see relevant CenterPoint Energy information. It is anticipated this will stimulate the regional building and construction sector, drive business investment and create regional jobs. The WA Government and the Chamber of Minerals and Energy (CME) have partnered up to encourage eastern states-based FIFO workers to relocate permanently to WA. This funding package for mental health and alcohol and other drug services will create new community models of care, supporting at-risk and vulnerable groups. As part of the WA Recovery Plan, $11.6 million will be invested into critical infrastructure upgrades at Geraldton Port, creating more than 90 local jobs and securing future export opportunities in the Mid-West. For more information see the Cheaper airfares a big boost to Kimberley tourism in WA’s recovery media statement. Western Australian travel agents will be able to access support from a new $3 million fund to help sustain their business as they deal with the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. $123,000 for a program to support women residing at family and domestic violence refuges to gain employment skills, access career training or retraining, and attend workshops and short courses to support their pathways to employment, $2.6 million to extend the Kimberley Family Violence Service trial by two years. configuration of new infrastructure to enable future expansion. additional $40.1 million to build a new diesel railcar maintenance facility, $13.2 million in project funding to attract a global cathode active materials manufacturer to establish a production facility in WA, $600,000 to assess viability of a Collie Eco-Concrete Processing Plant, $15 million towards developing waste paper and cardboard processing capacity to support the COAG Waste Export Bin. $10 million to build the access road in Murujuga National Park to support the, development of the Living Knowledge Centre and World Heritage Listing, $25,000 towards a tourism and development management plan for the culturally significant Aboriginal site at Two Mile Ridge Protected Area that features a vast amount of engravings, $450,000 for conservation works at Roebourne Gaol, $1.02 million for upgrades at Karijini National Park including the access path at Fortescue Falls Lookout and visitor facilities at Dales Campground. The Small Business Development Corporation will contact WA travel agents direct with information about how to apply. The program is accessible via your agency’s Human Resources department who will assess individual staff eligibility and directly arrange the emergency accommodation. The Residential Rent Relief Grant Scheme will continue throughout the extended emergency period. $8 million to the Offsets Fund for Recovery program that creates green jobs by supporting conservation groups to carry out on-ground works such as fencing, seeding and planting across regional WA, including the Peel region.

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