Author Archives: The Nationals Victoria

Danny O’Brien MP – Answers sought as Port Welshpool Coastguard miss out on funding

The Nationals Member for Gippsland South, Danny O’Brien MP, has expressed confusion and disappointment as Port Welshpool Coastguard was overlooked for funding to replace its 25-year-old rescue vessel. Mr O’Brien’s…

Danny O’Brien MP – Bad report card for Gippsland schools

As school returns for 2026 many Gippsland students will be returning to classrooms that have been officially rated as poor or below average according to new Department of Education data.…

Gaelle Broad MP – Taxpayer dollars wasted on stalled Bendigo projects

Bendigo residents are rightly frustrated by a series of stalled and mismanaged State Government projects that have left millions of dollars tied up in unused and neglected assets. The Nationals’…

Melina Bath MP – CFA funding crisis confirmed by annual report

The ongoing and unresolved funding crisis of the CFA has been exposed with the Allan Government finally released the CFA annual report under pressure.   The Nationals’ Melina Bath said…

Melina Bath MP – Support available for school students – camps, sports and excursions fund open

Grants to assist local families can now apply for assistance through the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) with the start of the 2026 school term. The Nationals’ Melina Bath…

Darren Chester MP – COUNCIL URGED TO EXPLAIN BOARDWALK FAILURE

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has called on the East Gippsland Shire Council to publicly explain its failure to deliver a highly popular boardwalk project in a timely manner,…

Darren Chester MP – CHC HELICOPTER CREWS HONOURED FOR BUSHFIRE SERVICE

Five CHC Helicopter personnel who were stationed at the East Sale RAAF Base during the 2019–20 Black Summer bushfires have been recognised with the National Emergency Medal for their outstanding…

Tim Bull MP – Fix the Paynesville rollercoaster

State Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, has again called on the Labor Government to urgently act on concerning road conditions on the Paynesville Road near Bairnsdale, one of many…

Anne Webster MP – Taking a stand for Mallee

Nationals stand firm for gun owners, free speech and regional Australians Thursday 22 January 2026 Member for Mallee Dr Anne Webster says she has a very heavy heart over the…

Darren Chester MP – CHESTER TO CONTINUE SERVING GIPPSLAND

Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he will continue to serve the interests of regional Australians after resigning from the Coalition Shadow Ministry. Mr Chester told Opposition Leader Sussan…

Martin Cameron – If we can’t go under the rail line, we’ll have to go over it

Stalled construction of a pedestrian underpass connecting Kosciuszko Street and Bank Street in Traralgon has drawn criticism from The Nationals’ Member for Morwell, Martin Cameron. As part of the Allan…

Melina Bath MP – Enjoy Australia Day – but remember to drive safely, camp responsibly and observe fire warnings

The Nationals’ Member for Eastern Victoria, Melina Bath is urging motorists to drive safely on the roads over the Australia Day weekend and for campers to act responsibly by observing…