Media Releases

October 7th, 2011

Janelle Saffin opens enviro-friendly Ellem Oval Sports Pavilion

  FEDERAL Member for Page Janelle Saffin today officially opens the new environmentally-friendly Ellem Oval Sports Pavilion, part of Grafton’s Fisher Park redevelopment for local cricket, AFL, tennis and hockey clubs. Ms Saffin said the two-storey pavilion, architecturally designed by … Continue reading

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October 4th, 2011

Lismore City Council a finalist in 2011 National Disability Awards

  PAGE MP Janelle Saffin has congratulated Lismore City Council on being shortlisted as a finalist for the Australian Government’s National Disability Awards to be announced in Canberra on November 22. Ms Saffin said the council is in the running … Continue reading

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September 27th, 2011

Grants recognise our volunteer army in Page

  PAGE MP Janelle Saffin has welcomed news that 86 local community organisations in her electorate will share $275,766 in funding under the Australian Government’s $16-million Volunteer Grants initiative. Ms Saffin said this year’s recipients are a diverse bunch, including … Continue reading

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September 22nd, 2011

Page MP welcomes changes to regulations for cosmetic ingredients

  FEDERAL Member for Page Janelle Saffin has welcomed new laws that regulate ingredients used in the manufacture of cosmetics.  “Early last year I raised my concerns in Parliament on the issue of ingredients used in cosmetics, particularly those thought … Continue reading

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September 21st, 2011

Local input encouraged for tourism campaign

Page MP Janelle Saffin is encouraging local residents and tourism promoters to spread the word to the rest of Australia and the World about the fantastic holiday options our region has on offer. Locals will have the opportunity to star … Continue reading

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September 21st, 2011

NEW MAILOUT HELPS MAKE SMALL BUSINESS SUPERANNUATION EASIER

Page MP Janelle Saffin is encouraging small businesses to take advantage of the services offered by the Federal Government Superannuation Clearing House to streamline their superannuation obligations to their employees.   “The Superannuation Clearing House simplifies making superannuation contributions to multiple … Continue reading

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September 16th, 2011

Saffin continues to champion Harwood ethanol project

  FEDERAL Member for Page Janelle Saffin continues to champion a world-class second generation ethanol pilot plant at the Harwood Sugar Mill, which is now almost halfway to full commercialisation. Ms Saffin recently told an inquiry into the Australian forestry … Continue reading

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September 16th, 2011

Work starts on ‘Our House’ cancer accommodation lodge

FEDERAL Member for Page Janelle Saffin today will swing a sledgehammer to signal the start of construction work on the 20-unit ‘Our House’ cancer accommodation lodge in Hunter Street, Lismore. Ms Saffin said she was pleased to have lobbied for … Continue reading

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September 15th, 2011

University education now within reach for Page students

  Every local student who wants to go to university will benefit from the legislation passed through the Senate this week, which will deliver on the Australian Government’s commitment to open up access to university education. Member for Page, Janelle … Continue reading

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September 13th, 2011

Saffin says local students to benefit from Youth Allowance changes

  Page MP Janelle Saffin said the Government has announced it will be removing the distinction between inner and outer regional areas, for the purpose of accessing independent Youth Allowance.  Ms Saffin said legislation to be introduced to Parliament next … Continue reading

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