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The Australian Government understands that the work performed by members of the Australian Defence Force is unique and crucial to our nation and our security.
In recognition of these unique circumstances, the Government has decided to increase the pay for ADF personnel to two per cent per annum, over the life of the agreement, with effect from the next pay day.
This keeps ADF pay above the current annual inflation rate of 1.7 per cent.
Federal Member for Mitchell, Alex Hawke MP, said the Hills Shire Council in the electorate of Mitchell will today receive their latest share of Australian Government $2.1 billion Roads to Recovery programme to assist with local road construction and maintenance.
The Australian Government is paying over $117 million to 297 local government authorities nationwide, including $403,575 in Roads to Recovery Payments to the Hills Shire Council in Mitchell.
More than 350 Green Army projects are set to be rolled out across Australia in the coming weeks following the announcement of successful projects for Round 2 of this important environmental programme.
“I’m pleased to announce Mitchell in partnership with the Hills Shire Council will be hosting two Green Army projects,” Mr Hawke said.
Federal Member for Mitchell, Alex Hawke MP, welcomed the strong endorsement of Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s leadership and Deputy Liberal Leader Julie Bishop by the party room today.
“While the events of the past two weeks have been unfortunate and unnecessary, the Prime Minister has indicated he has heard the concerns of all colleagues and that his Government will be more consultative and collegiate in the future.”