Dickson News Aug09
From your Federal Member for Dickson, PETER DUTTON
Jobs for Australia Dickson Forum
Local business people, recruitment and employer organisations and community leaders from throughout the Dickson electorate met with Malcolm Turnbull and other members of the Shadow Cabinet at a Jobs for Australia Dickson Forum I hosted on 15 July at Club Pine Rivers.
Pictured below: Federal Shadow Cabinet Ministers, Warren Truss, Peter Dutton, Malcolm Turnbull, Julie Bishop and Ian Macfarlane in Pine Rivers Chamber boardroom.
The discussion raised ideas, concerns and personal experiences that local people are experiencing and their suggestions on creating, preserving and enhancing jobs. I encourage everyone in the community to go to www.jobsforaustralia.com and participate in what is a great initiative to ensure we leave no stone unturned in our efforts to protect jobs and create new opportunities for Australians.
It was also my great pleasure on 15 July, to host the Coalition Shadow Cabinet meeting which met for the first time in the Dickson electorate. The Moreton Bay Regional Council provided a fantastic venue for this occasion and it was a wonderful opportunity to showcase our community and discuss local issues with Shadow Ministers.
Australian of the Year Awards
The Australian of the Year Awards recognise the achievements and contribution that so many Australians make to the life of our nation. In 2010, the Australian of the Year Awards celebrates its 50th anniversary. Nominations are now open for the 2010 Australian of the Year Awards in the following four categories: Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year (60 yrs and over), Young Australian of the Year (16 to 30 yrs) and Australia’s Local Hero.
Nominations can be made online at www.australianoftheyear.org.au or by calling 1300 655 193.
Dickson Seniors’ Expo
Along with the Dickson Seniors’ Council, a non-profit organisation representing seniors in the Federal Electorate of Dickson, I would like to invite you to the 2009 Dickson Seniors’ Expo to be held over two days again this year on Monday, 24 August from 9.30am to 3.00pm and Tuesday, 25 August from 9.00am to 2.00pm.
This is the sixth Expo and will again be held at the Strathpine Community Centre, Mecklem Street, Strathpine. Entry is free with random lucky door prizes, 51 stallholders, a Fashion Parade each day and informative presentations. For further information on stallholders and presenters please contact my office on 3205 9977.
Free tax help for low income earners
With tax time upon us, local low income earners will again be able to access free help with their tax returns at my office. A volunteer tax helper will assist residents to work through the process of preparing and lodging their tax return.
Tax Help is available to anyone who is classified as a low income earner, which for individuals, is a person who earns less than $40,000. The income threshold to access this service is higher for people with children, with an additional $2,500 of income allowed for each child.
To make an appointment please contact my office on 3205 9977. All tax returns must be lodged by 31 October.
Jeans for Genes Day
On Friday 7 August you can help make a difference in the fight against children’s genetic diseases. It’s easy to get involved by wearing your jeans, giving a donation, or buying a badge and supporting the Children’s Medical Research Institute. For more information go to www.jeansforgenes.org.au or freecall 1800 436 437.
It was also my great pleasure on 15 July, to host the Coalition Shadow Cabinet meeting which met for the first time in the Dickson electorate. The Moreton Bay Regional Council provided a fantastic venue for this occasion and it was a wonderful opportunity to showcase our community and discuss local issues with Shadow Ministers.
Australian of the Year Awards
The Australian of the Year Awards recognise the achievements and contribution that so many Australians make to the life of our nation. In 2010, the Australian of the Year Awards celebrates its 50th anniversary. Nominations are now open for the 2010 Australian of the Year Awards in the following four categories: Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year (60 yrs and over), Young Australian of the Year (16 to 30 yrs) and Australia’s Local Hero.
Nominations can be made online at www.australianoftheyear.org.au or by calling 1300 655 193.
Dickson Seniors’ Expo
Along with the Dickson Seniors’ Council, a non-profit organisation representing seniors in the Federal Electorate of Dickson, I would like to invite you to the 2009 Dickson Seniors’ Expo to be held over two days again this year on Monday, 24 August from 9.30am to 3.00pm and Tuesday, 25 August from 9.00am to 2.00pm.
This is the sixth Expo and will again be held at the Strathpine Community Centre, Mecklem Street, Strathpine. Entry is free with random lucky door prizes, 51 stallholders, a Fashion Parade each day and informative presentations. For further information on stallholders and presenters please contact my office on 3205 9977.
Free tax help for low income earners
With tax time upon us, local low income earners will again be able to access free help with their tax returns at my office. A volunteer tax helper will assist residents to work through the process of preparing and lodging their tax return.
Tax Help is available to anyone who is classified as a low income earner, which for individuals, is a person who earns less than $40,000. The income threshold to access this service is higher for people with children, with an additional $2,500 of income allowed for each child.
To make an appointment please contact my office on 3205 9977. All tax returns must be lodged by 31 October.
Jeans for Genes Day
On Friday 7 August you can help make a difference in the fight against children’s genetic diseases. It’s easy to get involved by wearing your jeans, giving a donation, or buying a badge and supporting the Children’s Medical Research Institute. For more information go to www.jeansforgenes.org.au or freecall 1800 436 437.
