FNQ DAMA Extended Until 2027 Following Advocacy Success

Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch, has today welcomed the Federal Government’s agreement for a two-year extension to the Far North Queensland (FNQ) Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), ensuring this vital program will continue to address critical workforce shortages in the region until 4 April 2027. The extension is a result of strong advocacy from…

EOI’s Now Open for Stronger Communities Programme Round 9

Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch, is pleased to announce the opening of Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for Round 9 of the Stronger Communities Programme. This initiative provides local organisations and councils the opportunity to secure funding of up to $20,000 for small infrastructure projects that deliver social benefits and strengthen communities across Leichhardt. “This…

Far North Queensland Kids Invited to Share their Christmas Wish in the Annual Leichhardt Christmas Card Competition

Federal Leichhardt MP Warren Entsch is inviting all young artists in Far North Queensland to participate in this year’s Christmas Card competition, themed “My Christmas Wish.” Now in its fourteenth year, the competition is open to all children in the Leichhardt electorate aged between 5 and 12 years. Winning artworks will grace the cover of…

Growing Regions Program Round 2 Open Now

Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch MP, is pleased to announce that Round 2 of the Growing Regions Program is now open for applications, offering $393 million in funding to regional and rural community infrastructure projects across Australia. The Growing Regions Program is designed to boost regional economies by providing significant funding for community-driven infrastructure…

Entsch welcomes Healy’s sporting infrastructure promise

Federal Member for Leichhardt, Warren Entsch, has responded to recent comments made by State MP Michael Healy, who hinted at significant announcements regarding sporting infrastructure in Far North Queensland. While welcoming any investment in the region’s sporting facilities, Mr Entsch couldn’t help but note the timing and apparent opportunism of Mr Healy’s statements. “Michael Healy’s…

Entsch responds to Qld Gov’s Kuranda Bridge Announcement

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…

Entsch Slams the Office of the Public Guardian

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…

Volunteers in Leichhardt communities to receive more support this National Volunteering Week

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,…