Ross Vasta (Bonner, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

Our government is recognising the great value of Australia's space sector. Recently, the Morrison government announced the recipients of the Moon to Mars supply chain capability improvement grants, and I was proud to see local Tingalpa business Crystalaid awarded over $538,000 in funding. This was on top of the $461,000 awarded to them earlier this year as part of the second round of this grants program, skyrocketing the total funding for this local business to $1 million. This funding will allow Crystalaid to bring more employees on board and deliver more opportunities for their skilled workers. It will enhance their ability to supply cutting-edge electronics to the international space industry and will see Crystalaid used in satellite electronic systems across the globe.

It's been a privilege to witness Crystalaid's rapid growth over the years, and I couldn't be prouder of their ongoing success. Mr Speaker, we've got lift-off in Bonner!

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