The theme for World Water Day 2022 is “Groundwater – making the invisible visible.” Did you know groundwater is the main, affordable source of water for many rural communities? You can save water at home by: – Taking a 4 minute shower – Install low-flow showerheads – Checking your kitchen, bathroom and laundry appliances for…
RDA is excited to work with the government to maximise the opportunities in provenance tracing and the commercial benefits of provenance tracing in the region. More than $68 million in Australian Government funding will shore up Australia’s agricultural traceability systems and increase access to premium overseas markets. Member for Barker Tony Pasin said investing in…
Small and medium food and beverage manufacturers in Barker can now apply for a grant of up to $25,000 each to save money on energy bills, improve energy efficiency and adopt new energy technologies under the latest $19.9 million round of the Energy Efficient Communities (EEC) program. Federal Member for Barker Tony Pasin the program…
With business finding more challenges lately, again due to increase in cases around the state, we thought some businesses may need help. We are putting out 2 opportunities for local businesses to engage with the Business to Business (B2B) network: A discounted rate of $55 for two 3-hour appointments with B2B service providers. $55 gets…
Thank you to all who joined us for our Think Tank Review last Friday (December 10th 2021). We recapped our Think Tank 2019 event, and updated on progress and future priorities. We heard from James March and Jon Durdin on the vote for an effective merger of Barossa Grape & Wine and Tourism Barossa operations, and…
From the SA Government website: How to add your COVID-19 digital certificate to the mySA Gov app You will need a mySA Gov account to add your proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the mySA Gov app. Creating an account is easy and connects you online with other SA Government services. When you add your COVID-19 digital certificate…
Member for Barker Tony Pasin has welcomed Federal Government funding to expand access to international markets for key industries in Barker. Avocado, oil seed and grain industry bodies have received Federal Government funding under the $5 million Australian Government’s Package Assisting Small Exporters (PASE) program. The Australian Oilseeds Federation has developed a Grain Sustainability Certification…
Southern Barossa Alliance held it’s Nature Adventure Day on the weekend (20/03). The highlight of the day for many attendees was kayaking along the South Para Reservoir It was a great day out with a 5km trail run, family nature trail walk, children’s entertainment, food stalls and community wellbeing booths. The event was organised to…
SPEECH TONY PASIN MP MEMBER FOR BARKER Mr PASIN (Barker) (19:12): It has been an unprecedented beginning to the season. My deepest sympathies go to all those who, devastatingly, have lost homes, property, stock and, tragically, loved ones. In particular, I join with the Prime Minister in offering my sincere condolences to the families…