The NSW Nationals are pushing the Minns Labor Government to deliver more for country communities, after it budgeted 20 times less funding in one year than we spent in 2022/23. Concerns have been raised over the lack of support in the government’s Regional Development Amendment Bill 2024 that outlines the framework for future investment. NSW…
How exciting to be here giving a speech that has been formulating for almost the past 10 years. How many of us across the Chamber have not thought, “I’m going to say that in my valedictory”? That line has definitely been on replay over the past 18 months or so for me with varying degrees…
Federal Nationals Member for Page, Kevin Hogan has welcomed the official opening of the Woolgoolga Whale trail. Mr Hogan said the opening is great news for the community and a wonderful asset for everyone to enjoy. “I secured a $1.1 million grant towards this link between the town centre and the headland. It includes a…
The NSW Nationals have stood up for vulnerable regional residents, forcing the Minns Labor Government to reverse its decision to cut support for long distance coach services. The move impacted routes between Eden and Bomaderry, as well as Lismore and Tweed Heads, meaning passengers paying $2.50 for a Regional Excursion Daily (RED) ticket would be…
Nationals Member for Myall Lakes, Tanya Thompson, took a stand on a petitioned health debate in the Legislative Assembly, calling for the Government to fund the completion of the Manning Base Hospital redevelopment plan. “The Myall Lakes community have spoken, with over 12,000 people signing our petition. Our community needs improved healthcare services,” said Mrs…
Nationals Member for Tamworth, Kevin Anderson, has slammed a decision by QantasLink to abandon its Tamworth heavy maintenance facility. He said the move that will lead to significant local job losses and devastate the community. “This decision has come as a complete shock and leaves 51 families in Tamworth with an extremely uncertain future which…
Nationals Member for Clarence Richie Williamson has condemned the Minns Labor Government for axing distance education for some of the most disadvantaged and disengaged students in the Northern Rivers. Mr Williamson has condemned the government following news the Southern Cross School of Distance Education at Ballina will cease to operate this week. The School delivers…
To stand in this place as the member for Northern Tablelands I think will always be the greatest privilege of my life. To be able to stand up in Parliament and fearlessly represent the people of my electorate is an honour and incredibly humbling. Around 250 metres from where we are today is the Hyde…
A safer level rail crossing will be delivered for Callaghans Lane near Quirindi following a strong community campaign to improve safety. Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson recently met concerned community members following the tragic death of their neighbour. “Any death on a level rail crossing is a tragedy for families and local communities and…
Nationals Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has welcomed the completion of the first concrete pour for the $110.2 million Cowra Hospital Redevelopment, saying it marks another important milestone in the long-awaited project. Ms Cooke joined Cowra Councillor and former Mayor Bill West to inspect progress on the state-of-the-art health facility. “With the site fully cleared…
Federal Nationals Member for Lyne, Dr David Gillespie, is supporting Early Learning Matters Week organised by Early Childhood Australia (ECA). Running from August 5-9, Early Learning Matters Week aims to raise awareness and understanding of the importance of early learning in shaping the development and wellbeing of children. “The week brings together early childhood educators,…
Emerald Beach residents can forge ahead with a project designed to bring their community even closer together, thanks to a NSW Community Building Partnership grant. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh joined Emerald Beach Fair Committee members and other community representatives to celebrate their $29,632 in funding from the program. “The Emerald Beach Community…
The NSW Nationals have preselected Jamie Chaffey as their candidate for the seat of Parkes at the next Federal Election. Mr Chaffey, who hails from Gunnedah, is a boilermaker by trade. He was elected to Gunnedah Shire Council in September 2016, having previously served as President of the Gunnedah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Having…
The NSW Nationals have called on the State and Federal Labor governments to ensure regional communities won’t be cut off after REX Airlines and went into voluntary administration. Leader of the NSW Nationals, Dugald Saunders said it’s the second regional carrier facing the possibility of collapse after Bonza suspended their operations in April. “The news…
Nationals Leader, David Littleproud, said the appointment of a new Agriculture Minister won’t change the Albanese Labor Government’s litany of disastrous decisions that have impacted the agricultural sector in just two years. Julie Collins has inherited the agriculture portfolio after the Prime Minister reshuffled his cabinet and moved Senator Murray Watt to Employment and Workplace…
