Media Releases
Click here to view all Media Releases from 1998–2007.
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26 Oct 2009
Letter to Higgins Electorate
Peter Costello thanks the people of Higgins More …
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7 Oct 2009
Statement Concerning Higgins Electorate
Peter Costello to stand down, endorses Kelly O'Dwyer More …
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17 Sep 2009
Eyesight treatment saved
Thousands of Australians who suffer vision loss and face blindness from macular degeneration are now assured they won't face higher costs for vital treatment. More …
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15 Sep 2009
Locals urged to "have their say" on the impact of violence on young people
Local residents and community organisations are being urged to take part in a new Parliamentary Inquiry into the impact of violence on young people. More …
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3 Sep 2009
Australian National Flag Day 3 September 2009
Australian National Flag Day celebrates the first time our national flag was flown. More …
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25 Aug 2009
Brendan Nelson
Peter Costello pays tribute to Brendan Nelson for a long and successful Parliamentary career. More …
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21 Aug 2009
Volunteer Grants 2009
Grants of up to $5,000 for non-profit organisations More …
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3 Aug 2009
Bath Time Dangers - Warning for Parents
Peter Costello as 'Keep Watch Ambassador' for the Royal Life Saving Society More …
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15 Jun 2009
Costello announces he will not renominate
Costello announces he will not renominate More …
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8 May 2009
Peter Costello Recognises Volunteers in Higgins
Mr Peter Costello today recognised volunteers throughout Higgins for their outstanding contribution to Australian society. More …
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8 May 2009
2009 National Disability Awards
Mr Peter Costello today encouraged Australians to nominate someone who had made a unique contribution to the lives of people with disabilities for the 2009 National Disability Awards. More …
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6 Feb 2009
Computers in Schools Still a Shambles
The Rudd Government's announcement of a "supplementary" new round of funding is an embarrassing fig leaf to cover Julia Gillard's shame at her Computers in Schools program. More …
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23 Jan 2009
Labor Axes Optional Free Computer Filter Program and Moves Towards a Compulsory Regime
The program which saw Australian families given the option of obtaining a free content filter for their home computers has been axed by the Rudd Government. More …
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22 Jan 2009
Licensing Bungle Could Close Ashburton & Prahran Centres
The future of the local Ashburton and Prahran ABC Centres could be jeopardised by the Federal Government's refusal to ensure licensing issues are addressed. More …
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16 Apr 2008
Defence Medal Presentation in Higgins
Recognising the outstanding contribution that Australian men and women in uniform made to our proud military history. More …
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7 Apr 2008
Honouring Our World War II Veterans
Peter Costello calls for applications for Certificates of Appreciation from eligible Australian servicemen and women who served their country in the Second World War. More …
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7 Apr 2008
No CCTV Cameras for Prahran
Peter Costello expresses disappointment at the decision of the Rudd Labor Government to refuse to fund 10 CCTV cameras in the Chapel Street area. More …
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12 Mar 2008
National Sports Museum to Open
Peter Costello welcomes the opening of the National Sports Museum at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). More …
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11 Mar 2008
Saluting Their Service Grant
Peter Costello welcomes the announcemen of a $4,000 grant for the Malvern Elderly Citizens Welfare Association (MECWA). More …
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26 Feb 2008
Grant for Camberwell City RSL
Peter Costello announces that the Camberwell City RSL Sub-branch has been approved for a Veteran and Community Grant. More …
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