Media Release

02 March 2015

Her Majesty has approved “A Young Commonwealth” as the theme for Commonwealth Day 9 March 2015.

“A Young Commonwealth” recognises the capacity, contribution and potential of young people, particularly given those aged 29 or under account for the majority of the Commonwealth's population, and play a vital role at the heart of sustainable development and democracy.

Media Release

24 April 2015

I was pleased to sign a lease agreement today for the Australian Government Shopfront on Norfolk Island, which will be located at 67A Taylors Road near the roundabout.

Over coming days I look forward to seeing signs going up and the commencement of construction using local tradespeople as the Australian Government continues to deliver on its commitment to Norfolk Island.

Media Release

09 July 2015

Norfolk Island pistol shooters have won Gold, Silver and two Bronze Medals to dominate the XV Pacific Games in Port Moresby Papua New Guinea.

Congratulations to Doug Creek for winning a Gold and two Bronze Medals and Kevin Coulter for winning a Silver Medal.

Both Kevin and Doug have had to relearn their skill after being forced to change hands for pistol shooting.

11 December 2015

As part of the constructive work to address economic growth, community protection and progressive sustainable governance, I am pleased to announce changes to some Norfolk Island laws.

His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (Retd), Governor General of the Commonwealth of Australia, made the Norfolk Island Continued Laws Amendment (2015 Measures No.1) Ordinance 2015 yesterday.

Media Release

25 June 2015

Part 2 of the Commonwealth Finance Minister's (Norfolk Island) Orders 2011 require before the start of the budget year, annual budgets for the Administration of Norfolk Island and each Territory Authority be prepared and publicly released.

Media Release

15 January 2015

I have delayed my return to Norfolk Island from my planned short family break due to an unexpected medical issue.

Fortunately world class medical professionals and procedures available in the Australian Health System not only detected but successfully repaired a tear in my Aorta, the major artery.

On December 30, the amazing skills of surgeons and support medical staff saved my life.

Media Release

30 July 2015

Next week, Australian government staff from the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Immigration and Border Protection will visit Norfolk Island to better understand information technology needs to support biosecurity and customs requirements from 1 July 2016.

9 November 2015

I"m pleased to release the Norfolk Island Quarantine Survey (NIQS), which will assist with the safe movement of plant and animal products into and out of Norfolk Island and market negotiations for new imports and exports.