Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch MP, has today acknowledged the Queensland Government’s recent announcement regarding the construction of a new bridge across the Barron River at Kuranda. While welcoming this long-overdue development, Mr. Entsch has expressed concerns about the broader infrastructure needs of Far North Queensland. “I am pleased to see the government finally…
Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch, has today called out the Queensland Government’s highly touted $107 billion Big Build Infrastructure budget funding program as a monumental failure for Far North Queensland, criticising the allocation of funds and the neglect of vital regional projects. “The Big Build is looking more like a Big Bust for Far…
Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch MP has today expressed serious concerns regarding the Queensland Office of the Public Guardian (OPG). These concerns follow a number of particularly concerning cases handled by the OPG that were raised with Mr Entsch in recent weeks. Mr Entsch said that the Public Guardian has been stonewalling his efforts…
Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch MP is continuing to recognise the efforts of volunteers and community organisations, today announcing that 18 in Leichhardt will receive grants up to $5,000. Through the $10 million 2023-24 Volunteer Grant Round, community organisations across Australia will receive funding to buy small equipment for volunteers or reimburse their fuel,…
Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch MP has expressed his disappointment with the Labor Government’s 2024-25 Budget, highlighting a lack of support for critical infrastructure projects in Far North Queensland. Mr Entsch has raised serious concerns regarding the lack of support for Cairns’ Water Security Project. “There’s been no commitment from Labor on what is…
Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch is delighted to announce the upcoming launch of the Play Our Way grant program, an initiative by the Department of Health and Aged Care. This program represents a significant investment in sports and physical activity for women and girls, with funding of up to $200 million available over three years,…
It is with profound sadness that I acknowledge the passing of Tom Gilmore Jr, a true icon and a formidable figure in the Mareeba community. Tom’s departure leaves a significant void, not just in the lives of those who knew him but in the very fabric of our local community. My heartfelt condolences go out…
Federal Member for Leichhardt Warren Entsch has congratulated esteemed local butcher: Edge Hill Butchery for taking out Australia’s top award for ‘Nation’s Best Burger’ during the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) National Awards held over the weekend on the Sunshine Coast. This recognition comes as a testament to the dedication and hard work of the…
Warren Entsch MP, Federal Member for Leichhardt, is visiting Preston Fresh Seafood, a longstanding local business that reflects both the resilience and challenges faced by our local industries in the wake of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper’s devastating impact. Preston Fresh Seafood has been grappling with power outages, relying on costly generators to keep their doors open…
The recent announcement by the Labor Government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Health Minister Mark Butler, to exclude James Cook University (JCU) Cairns from receiving any Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) for medicine students is a slap in the face to Far North Queensland. This decision blatantly ignores the chronic doctor shortage in our…