Articles tagged: Federal Budget
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.
More needed for housing
Independent Wannon candidate Alex Dyson has criticised the Federal Budget’s lack of support for housing, while the G21 regional alliance says the region needs longer-term solutions for cost-of-living relief.
Jab boost is great, but details needed
The Federal Government will invest almost $2 billion in the country’s vaccination program as part of the 2021-22 Budget, after it made a new vaccine supply agreement this week.
Positive budget for homebuyers
A Colac real estate agent says an extension of a home loan help scheme has come at the perfect time for the local market, with first homebuyers eager to get their foot into the property door.
Business support in federal budget
Tax breaks and wage subsidies to support jobs underpin the Federal Government’s efforts to lead the nation’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Principal awaits budget
A Colac school principal hopes attending a Federal Budget night will give her an understanding of the future of education in Colac.
