As an Independent, I stand ready to work with the Government on ensuring regional Australia realises the prosperous future it deserves.  

I am hopeful that these amendments will deliver on the merits based process that this government promised, but only time will tell.

This Government must also act to increase funding for rural and regional roads – our safety depends on it. 

Vale, Senator Linda White. You were a great Australian, and I am so much better for having known you.

It’s critically important that we get the design of any new biosecurity system right.

If you seek a review, you deserve a timely decision with clear reasons given and the opportunity to appeal.

When will Housing Support Program money actually start to flow?

It is my duty to tell the Government that the people of Indi want no stone to be left unturned when it comes to measures that will assist with cost of living pressures.

The key themes of Dr Haines’ Indi Budget Submission reflect the widespread concerns of the electorate right now including increasing regional housing supply, providing cost-of-living relief and improving health outcomes. 

This is a rare opportunity that the Government must grab with both hands. Implementing the recommendations could be transformational for regional, rural and remote communities.