Danny O’Brien MP – Gippsland transport crime up 33 per cent
The Allan Labor Government is facing scrutiny over how its overhaul of Protective Services Officer (PSO) deployment will protect regional commuters, as new data shows a sharp rise in crime…
Tim Bull MP – Fire mitigation workers left high and dry
The Allan Labor Government has been accused of severely cutting back on work given to contractors engaged in fire mitigation in East Gippsland. Gippsland East Nationals MP, Tim Bull,…
Tim Bull MP – Wild dog attacks unmanageable and constant
More support is urgently needed for farmers suffering devastating wild dog attacks, Nationals Gippsland East MP, Tim Bull, told State Parliament. Mr Bull said the scale of losses locally…
Anne Webster MP – Shadow Minister urges regional media outlets to apply for long-awaited shot in the arm – but there’s a catch
Shadow Minister for Regional Communications and Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster says she hopes the Albanese Labor Government’s latest funding initiative genuinely helps regional media. Today Communications Minister Anika…
Anne Webster MP – Road speed limit cut quietly shelved after rural backlash, Coalition advocacy
Shadow Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, and Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster says Friday afternoon’s quiet shelving of Labor’s proposed default speed limit reduction is a…
Anne Webster MP – Shocking true cost of BOM’s disastrous website revamp revealed at $96 million
Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster said there should be consequences after revelations the Bureau of Meteorology’s (BOM) unpopular new website cost millions of dollars more than previously thought, with…
Darren Chester MP – ALBANESE FORCED INTO HUMILIATING RETREAT ON DEFENCE HONOURS
The Albanese Government has been forced to withdraw legislation that would undermine the integrity of the defence honours and awards appeals system after failing to consult with veterans and Australian…
Danny O’Brien MP – Letter to the Editor
This week marks 12 months to go until Victorians have a clear choice – a choice between a Labor government that ignores regional Victorians, or a government with The Nationals…
Darren Chester MP – LOCAL SPORTING CHAMPIONS GRANTS OPEN TO YOUNG GIPPSLAND ATHLETES
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester is urging eligible young athletes across the region to apply for Round Three of the 2025–26 Local Sporting Champions grant program, which provides financial…
Darren Chester MP – CELEBRATING GIPPSLAND’S FARMING COMMUNITY
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has paid tribute to the region’s farmers, producers and agricultural workers as part of National Agriculture Day, recognising their vital role in sustaining local…
Danny O’Brien MP – SES hit with $10 million cut as demand continues to rise
The State Emergency Service has suffered a $10 million funding cut under the Allan Labor Government at a time when demand and community need are all rising. The VICSES 2024–25…
Melina Bath MP – Wild dog devastation on the rise in Gippsland
Gippsland farmers are facing devastating losses as wild dog attacks escalate, threatening livestock, family pets and even community safety. The Nationals are urging the Allan Labor Government to urgently allocate…