❓ Question regarding the government's efforts to showcase Western Australia's agricultural industry at the Perth Royal Show. The Minister responds by highlighting the show's role in bridging the gap between city and country, promoting career opportunities, and providing entertainment.
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SMOKE FREE PERTH ROYAL SHOW — AGRICULTURAL SHOWCASE
Firstly, I congratulate the Swans on their magnificent one-point victory in the West Australian Football League Grand Final last Saturday. Mr P.B. Watson interjected. Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN
Firstly, I congratulate the Swans on their magnificent one-point victory in the West Australian Football League Grand Final last Saturday. Mr P.B. Watson interjected. Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN
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Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr P.B. Watson interjected. Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr P.B. Watson interjected. Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr I.C. BLAYNEY : That is the end of the black and whites, mate! The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
The promotion and support of the state’s agricultural industry, which had been neglected for many years, is not only a priority of mine, but also a key focus of the Liberal–National government. Can the minister please update the house on what is being done to showcase this diverse, exciting industry? Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr D.T. REDMAN replied: Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Despite the very good win by the Swans on the weekend, I am sure that they would struggle to beat the Denmark–Walpole Magpies after their iconic win a week ago! I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
I thank the member for Geraldton for his question and for his interest in raising the profile of agriculture in the state, which, as we know, is a significant contributor to the economy. I am sure that most members in this place are aware, as indeed are a whole heap of young people in regional Western Australia and throughout the city, that the 2010 Smoke Free Perth Royal Show will commence this weekend. It has obviously been the venue for many a happy memory for young families. It also offers an opportunity to bridge the gap between the city and the country. There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
There are five priorities that I put forward when I first became Minister for Agriculture and Food, which, in only a couple of days, will have been two years ago. The context of the show picks up on two of these key priorities. The first priority was to build the capacity of the industry to adapt and grow, and the second was to promote a positive profile for the state’s agriculture and food sectors. I think the show picks up on those two priorities particularly well. In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
In 2009 the Department of Agriculture and Food entered into a five-year memorandum of understanding with the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia. Of course, this year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, even improving on last year’s show. Not only does the show entertain the people who attend, but also it is a very informative venue for bridging the gap between the city and the country. It promotes the many and varied achievements in regional Western Australia, and the agriculture sector in particular, and backs up strongly the economic contribution that agriculture makes to the state. It also highlights the many career opportunities in the sector. Over the past two years, I have not been backward in pushing the importance of people coming back into the industry to support the growth opportunities that exist, whether that be in the field, in the lab, in the media, in finance, or even in marketing within a slick city office. The focus of the Department of Agriculture and Food’s corporate display in the Centenary Pavilion is taking a big step in promoting those opportunities to the range of people who attend the show, with a particular focus on those people who live in the city who might not necessarily have the level of contact with the agricultural sector as do many others in regional areas. I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
I am also told that there will be a range of free activities; in fact, there will be considerably more free activities at this year’s show than there have been in the past. Animals are always a highlight for young visitors, and the new “Livestock in the Round” will give farmers a chance to talk about their lives and the animals on their farms. There is a heap of free entertainment, including a wool fashion parade; a cooking display, which I am sure the member for Albany will be very keen on; motorcycle stunt riders; street theatre; and the best fireworks display in Western Australia. There is also a wonder dog, which I am looking forward to seeing, and a 74-year-old trapeze artist, whom I am also looking forward to seeing. Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Several members interjected. The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
The SPEAKER : Thank you, members! Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
Mr D.T. REDMAN : Perth Royal Show is also more family friendly than ever. This year online ticket discounts were introduced for the first time, offering a 20 per cent discount to early birds. Of course, the 10 per cent discount will still be on offer in the 247 IGA stores across the state. To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
To make one last plug for our dear Minister for Health, this is the second year that the Perth Royal Show has been smoke free. It is a tremendous initiative. The Liberal–National government is certainly proud to be part of the Royal Show and also to use it as an opportunity to promote what happens in regional Western Australia, the contribution that the farming community in particular makes to the economy of Western Australia, and the opportunities for those with the inclination to go into that particular field. As a quick reminder, at 5.30 this evening I will host a reception in the foyer of Parliament House for a number of people from the Perth Royal Show to promote the opportunities that this year’s show will present.
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