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The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty today called on companies and individuals in the Lowan Electorate to nominate for the 2013 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame awards.
“The Hall of Fame awards showcase the most innovative and productive of Victoria’s manufacturing industry,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Established more than a decade ago, the awards are designed to demonstrate how locally based manufacturers can take on global markets.

“The awards highlight successful manufacturers who have innovated, diversified and embraced excellence.

“While Australian companies are facing challenges domestically and globally, there are many leading edge Victorian manufacturers that are carving out new markets. 

“During its history, the Hall of Fame has recognised 127 companies, added 23 recipients to the Honour Roll and acknowledged nine Young Manufacturers of the Year. 

“These award winners span the diversity of Victoria’s manufacturing sector: aeronautical, automotive, telecommunications, defence, printing, textiles, scientific instruments, health, packaging, marine, recycling and food.

“The 2013 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame is now seeking individuals for nomination to the Honour Roll and for Young Manufacturer of the Year. 
“Award categories also include Company of the Year for small, medium and large businesses,” Mr Delahunty said.
Nominations will close on Friday, 15 February 2013.
The awards will be announced at a gala presentation ceremony on Tuesday, 7 May 2013 at the Palladium Ballroom, Crown Entertainment Centre.
Nomination forms can be downloaded from: http://business.vic.gov.au/industries/manufacturing/awards

I encourage everyone in the Lowan Electorate to come together in their community and celebrate Australia Day, with pleasure and pride and to acknowledge our achievements and contemplate our future.

Australia Day this year will be an opportunity to thank the volunteers who give up so much of their time for our communities.

I would ask you to use Australia Day to think about fire fighters particularly those who battled the blazes in western Victoria, protecting human life, livestock and buildings. 

Our national day is also an opportunity to remember the sacrifice of our service men and women in peace keeping operations around the world.

Australia Day is a special day to celebrate and give thanks for the freedoms, opportunities and protection we are afforded, we should also commit ourselves to more actively participating in building our great nation.

We have a rich history and culture, and a wonderful way of life.   The celebrations and commemorations on Australia Day are diverse – just like the people of our nation.

Australia Day was one day of the year to celebrate what’s great about Australia and being Australian. 

 

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Nhill A & P Society will receive $10,000 from the Victorian Coalition for a power upgrade.
“The Nhill A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
“I am pleased to be able to announce Nhill as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  Local shows play an important role in regional communities such as Nhill and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Jeparit A & P Society will receive $4,661 from the Victorian Coalition Government to repair damaged display cabinets..
“The Jeparit A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
“I am pleased to be able to announce Jeparit as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  The local show play an important role in regional communities such as Jeparit and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Goroke A & P Society will receive $10,000 from the Victorian Coalition Government for shed upgrades including a cement floor.
“The Goroke A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
“I am pleased to be able to announce Goroke as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  The local show play an important role in regional communities such as Goroke and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Edenhope A & P Society will receive $3,214 from the Victorian Coalition Government for gates and pens for sheep displays.
“The Edenhope A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
“I am pleased to be able to announce Edenhope as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  The local show play an important role in regional communities such as Edenhope and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

 

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Hamilton A & P Society will receive funding from the Victorian Coalition Government.
 “The Hamilton A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
The Hamilton A & P Society will received $3,690 for seating around the showgrounds and $1,091 for pens to house sheep and rams.
“I am pleased to be able to announce Hamilton as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  Local shows play an important role in regional communities such as Hamilton and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Dimboola A & P Society will receive funding from the Victorian Coalition Government.
“The Dimboola A & P Society has been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
The Dimboola A & P Society will receive $1,210 to connect power to the sheep shed and $2,787 for two portable animal cages on castors
“I am pleased to be able to announce Dimboola as a successful applicant. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows  The local show play an important role in regional communities such as Dimboola and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

 

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty announced the Horsham A & P Society and the Wimmera Machinery Field Days will receive funding from the Victorian Coalition Government.
“The Horsham A & P Society and Wimmera Machinery Field Days have been allocated this funding through the Government’s 2012-13 Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants Program,” Mr Delahunty said.
“The grants program has been benefiting Victorian communities for the past 12 years by providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that improve facilities at showgrounds,” Mr Delahunty said.
The Horsham A & P Society will receive $8,658 for a power upgrade and the Wimmera Machinery Field Days will receive $7,467 fo an upgrade to showers.
“I am pleased to be able to announce the Horsham A & P Society and the Wimmera Machinery Field Days as a successful applicants. This funding will help to make future shows even better.”
Mr Delahunty said $297,000 had been allocated under the grants program this year for a range of projects including upgrading pavilions, electrical upgrades, and repairing spectator stands.
The Agricultural and Pastoral Society Grants are conditional on show societies providing $1 for every $2 contributed by the Government for a project.
“It never ceases to amaze me the depth of talent we have in our region, especially those people who contribute to exhibitions, from cooking and craft to fleeces, at local shows.  Local shows and field days play an important role in regional communities such as Horsham and these grants support the vital work of agricultural and pastoral societies across Victoria,” Mr Delahunty said.
More information on the agricultural and pastoral society grants can be found by visiting www.dpi.vic.gov.au/farming/grants

The Nationals Member for Lowan Hugh Delahunty said the Nhill racecourse will play host to a great day of fun family entertainment this summer thanks to funding from the Victorian Coalition Government’s Raceday Attraction Program.

“Summer racing is a fantastic time for families to enjoy a day out at the races and the Nhill race day is part of the 34 Kids’ Summer of Country Racing events to be held at 26 thoroughbred racecourses across Victoria.  The kids’ fun will be part of the Jim’s Butchery/Luv-A-Duck Cup to be held Wednesday 26th December,” Mr Delahunty said.

“Some of kids’ activities that will be on offer include face painting, craft activities, crazy cricket, sand art, jumping castles, rides, mini golf and rock-wall climbing.”

“These initiatives offer fun, safe and inexpensive family entertainment during the school holidays. The activities are being organised by Camp Australia at each racecourse.

“This program is a great way to build enthusiasm and excitement for the great sport of racing amongst families in the local community,” Mr Delahunty said.

Mr Delahunty said the first 100 children to register at the Camp Australia stall on the raceday will receive a complimentary Horseshoe Crew show bag.

“This support will help the Nhill Racing Club provide a wonderful day of family entertainment starting on Boxing Day,” Mr Delahunty said.

More information on the Kids’ Summer of Racing race meetings can be found on the Country Racing Victoria website www.countryracing.com.au  or by contacting race clubs directly.