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August 10, 2011
The death of two Mooroopna children last year from carbon monoxide poisoning has prompted Sharman Stone Member for Murray to move a private Members Bill to have laws changed to prevent similar accidents.
“This motion called on the federal government to work with the states and territories through the Ministerial Council on Energy (MCE) to put in place urgent new safety regulations and detec... Click here for full story
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August 9, 2011
SPC Ardmona Restructure sees the loss of 150 local jobs
“Today we received the sad news that the SPC Ardmona cannery in Mooroopna will close however the production of their premium packaged fruit and vegetable products will continue as normal at Shepparton and Kyabram.” Federal Member for Murray Dr Sharman Stone said.
“This loss of 150 local jobs is a bitter blow for Mooroop... Click here for full story
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August 8, 2011
Australia’s most inspirational rural women are again to be recognised. Submissions open for the 2012 Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation (RIRDC) Rural Women’s Award.
This peak national award will provide financial assistance and mentoring to the winners as well as nation-wide access to some renowned business and community leaders.
Federal Member for Murray Dr Sharman Stone enco... Click here for full story
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August 4, 2011
What does Minister Tony Burke not understand about Swiss Cheese effects?
According to Sharman Stone, Federal Member for Murray, the new Head of the MDBA Craig Knowles should ignore the threats and resist the attempts to bully him. These threats came from Water Minister Tony Burke after the MDBA announcement that more time was needed to get the MDBA plan for sustainable di... Click here for full story
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August 4, 2011
Tuesday 9 August is Census night; marking 100 years of national Census taking in Australia.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) seeks information from every household and person in the country. Everyone is asked to answer questions on a form or through eCensus online.
“While most are expected to answer using the paper Census form, more than 30% of the country are expected to... Click here for full story
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August 4, 2011
As another busy school finishes for year 12s across Murray, Dr Sharman Stone, Federal Member for Murray, has released a new School Leavers Guide with lots of helpful information.
Dr Sharman Stone said this is an exciting and challenging time for final year students as they continue to work very hard in and out of class to complete courses and exams.
“Although our students... Click here for full story
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August 3, 2011
Tuesday 2nd August 2011
Coalition’s Parliamentary Motion Could Stop Julia Gillard’s Fire Blight Blitz
Federal Member for Murray Sharman Stone was joined by Shadow Minister for Agriculture John Cobb in Shepparton today, to visit SPC Ardmona, packing sheds and to discuss a Private Members’ Bill that could stop the Gillard Government from introducing the weak measures which would give littl... Click here for full story
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July 29, 2011
Federal Member for Murray Dr Sharman Stone today called on Minister Jenny Macklin to release the report of the review of the Carer Allowance for carers of children with Type 1 diabetes.
"Despite the significant increase in Type 1 diabetes in regional Victoria, Federal Government changes in eligibility will leave many local families facing an around-the-clock burden of care... Click here for full story
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July 28, 2011
Local households and families are set to add at least $120 per week to the cost of their grocery bill thanks to the Carbon Tax, Dr Sharman Stone, Federal Member for Murray said today.
“Research from The Australian Food and Grocery Council says that the Carbon Tax will add this hike to household grocery bills. This is 3 times the amount of $40 claimed by the Gillard Government.
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July 28, 2011
Fire Blight Rally draws big crowd in Shepparton today
“Fire Blight is the worst night mare for everyone growing apples and pears any where in the world; it kills pears and seriously maims apples.” Dr Sharman Stone said.
“Miraculously, in Australia, we have managed to avoid the disease for nearly 100 years. Pome fruit trees in New Zealand were struck down by the intro... Click here for full story
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