Ann Sudmalis (Gilmore, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

we will deliver a critical first-stage infrastructure investment of $13.8 million for the construction of the Far North Collector Road. Most people would realise that when you block off an intersection you need an alternative route to get the traffic around the blocked off intersection. I used to have some respect for the previous minister for infrastructure in the Labor government, not so today. Totally inaccurate!

There are three benefits to this infrastructure build. It will help traffic flow for the new, recently released subdivisions, it is ultimately a safety exist road in case of bushfire events and it is an alternative route for our local residents when bridge construction has commenced.

In addition to that, our local Meals on Wheels groups recently met with the Minister for Aged Care, the Hon. Ken Wyatt. We talked to them about all things about the social networking they deliver along with their meals. I am proud to announce that the federal government will provide $5.5 billion over two years to extend the Commonwealth Home Support Program and Regional Assessment Service. The funding arrangements will contribute to support services such as Meals on Wheels, not just in Gilmore but also throughout all our regions. This is a crucial resource that is in high demand. I congratulate my government on this achievement. I worked very hard for that.

Earlier in the year, after hosting seniors forums in Gilmore, I am proud to announce that the Minister for Social Services announced last night that the pensioner concession card will be reinstated for about 92,000 former pensioner card recipients—

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