March 25, 2021
Cross-border work vital in our communities
Cuts to red tape so tradespeople and professionals can work both sides of a border is vital in communities like ours
March 25, 2021
Workplace inquiry must protect victim privacy
Parliament does not need to wait for Kate Jenkins’ review of Parliament’s workplace culture before we act and legislate to protect privacy of parliamentary staff and MPs making submissions. Confidentiality must be be protected at all costs.
March 24, 2021
Our regions need a fair go
We don’t want a government that does everything for us. But we do want a government that takes the reins when they need to. When the going gets tough you need to turn up.
March 24, 2021
Honour our communities' Inland Rail vision
I pay tribute to the people of Indi communities working tirelessly and fighting hard to make decision-makers think bigger and see the potential of Inland Rail
March 23, 2021
Prime Minister can act on integrity crisis
I asked why the Prime Minister won’t support amendments to the Sex Discrimination Act and my Commonwealth Parliamentary Standards Bill and act on Parliament’s integrity crisis
March 22, 2021
Renewables, not gas, will bring rural energy security
Renewables could be the best thing to happen to regional Australia since the wool boom, but no-one seems to get that in government
March 22, 2021
Pangerang House digital literacy extends connection
At Wangaratta’s Pangerang Community House, 120 people have trained as volunteer digital mentors and helped connect older citizens with their families, communities and services
March 22, 2021
Wodonga men's shed furnishes community
Increasing membership of Men’s Sheds shows what an important role these hubs play in our communities