Articles tagged: Dan Tehan
Liberals need party unity: Wannon MP
Wannon MP Dan Tehan has used a visit to the Colac region to call for unity within the Liberal Party and Coalition.
Tehan fails to secure deputy leader position
Wannon MP Dan Tehan has lost his bid for deputy leadership of the Liberal Party.
Limit backflip a ‘victory’: MP
The Federal Government has called off plans to lower speed limits to 70 kilometres an hour on regional roads, with a Colac district MP saying “common sense has finally prevailed”.
Awards celebrate local legends
Colac and district sportspeople and volunteers have been recognised for their dedication to their communities.
Watchdog probes MP’s election ads
A watchdog is looking at action over ads featuring Colac and district’s federal MP that aired during an election blackout period.
MP’s luxury hotel stay raises tour questions
A district MP’s overseas trip to learn more about nuclear energy from industry leaders has come under scrutiny.
Wannon awards now open, nominate inspiring locals
Colac and district residents are invited to nominate outstanding sports stars and dedicated community volunteers for a 2025 Wannon award.
Local projects feature in Wannon grant boost
Projects in the Colac district have shared in almost $65,000 worth of grants, which have been awarded to Wannon community organisations.
Wannon MP’s shift to energy and emissions
Federal Opposition leader Sussan Ley has handed Wannon MP Dan Tehan a new role, with Colac district’s federal member now serving as spokesperson for energy and emissions reduction.
Tehan to help rebuild
Wannon MP Dan Tehan has chosen not to stand for the Liberal Party leadership role but says he will continue to work hard rebuilding the party.
MP on shortlist for leadership
Newly re-elected Member for Wannon Dan Tehan remains committed to pushing for local election-pledge projects, while advocating for drought relief for south-west farmers.
MP wins Wannon
Wannon incumbent Dan Tehan will enter his sixth term as the electorate’s MP, retaining his seat in Saturday’s federal election.
Teamwork will get things done
“In the end it’s a team game, and if as a team you can work together then you can deliver results – whether you’re in opposition or you’re in government.”
Independent secures top position on draw
Independent candidate Alex Dyson has secured the number one spot on Wannon’s federal election ballot paper.
Court upgrade gets Coalition commitment
Wannon MP Dan Tehan has committed almost half a million dollars to upgrade Timboon’s multi-purpose courts if a Coalition government is elected at the federal election.
Independent wants one-on-one debate
Could a political debate between Wannon hopefuls take place ahead of the federal election?
Move funds from loop to roads, petition says
Colac and district’s federal MP wants the government to re-route suburban rail loop funding towards rural roads.
Federal politicians share ideas on housing, NDIS
Opposition members Senator Michael Sukkar and Member for Wannon Dan Tehan visited Colac-based businesses to address housing needs and the NDIS this week.
Hopes for funding to flow to region
Colac Otway Shire mayor Marg White says she is hopeful that funding announced in the 2024-25 federal budget will flow through to the local region.
Indigenous senator to speak about The Voice
The Colac community will have a chance next week to speak to Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, Opposition spokesperson for Indigenous Australians, regarding The Voice to Parliament.
Public meeting to discuss mobile black spots
A Federal opposition politician will visit Colac next week to discuss the region’s communications issues.
Tehan supports bank closure Senate inquiry
Wannon MP Dan Tehan is calling on banks to heed the call of a Senate Committee and stop closing local banks until local councils, businesses and affected customers can submit their concerns to a Senate inquiry.
Colac and district groups win Wannon honours
Colac Football Netball Club and Anam Cara House volunteers have earned honours for their contribution to the community in the 2022 Wannon Sport and Volunteer Awards.
Wannon awards are back
The Wannon Sport and Volunteer Awards have returned and are now accepting nominations for outstanding local people for 2022.
