The Federal Government’s refusal to implement strict new biosecurity measures to stop foot and mouth disease (FMD) breaching Australia’s borders risks decimating Victorian agriculture. Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt is…
DetailsDear Editor, Farming plays a huge role in the Gippsland economy and is an essential part of our local communities – but it also presents dangers every day. The theme…
DetailsThe Andrews Labor Government’s fooling no-one today with an outrageous claim it’s made Victoria’s freight rail “safer, faster and easier” to get Victorian food and fibre to port. Misguided Minister…
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The Victorian Nationals’ party room has today selected Member for Lowan Emma Kealy as our new Deputy Leader. A special meeting was held this evening following the resignation of Member…
DetailsMental health programs designed to support Victorians through COVID isolation and uncertainty have been axed, despite last week’s three-month extension to pandemic declaration powers. It’s been revealed today Kids Helpline…
DetailsDear Editor, A boost to the regional tourism economy is just one of a swag of benefits for country Victorians ahead of the Commonwealth Games in 2026. With the date…
DetailsAn expert panel established to review the resilience of Victoria’s electricity distribution network has called for distribution businesses such as AusNet to improve communication with customers and better prioritise the…
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Nationals Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy spoke again in Parliament calling for the Minister for Innovation, Medical Research and the Economy to immediately reinstate the funding for Wangaratta Digital…
DetailsThe nation’s largest mental health worker recruitment drive is needed to arrest “heightened levels of anxiety and mood distress” in young Victorians, as data today reveals an alarming spike in…
DetailsNationals Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy spoke in Parliament on the Inquiry into tackling climate change by calling for the Victorian Government to reduce electric car costs and introduce…
DetailsSteph Ryan has been a driving force for positive change for regional Victorians during her time as the Member for Euroa and Deputy Leader of The Nationals. She’s advised me…
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After a great deal of reflection, I have decided to step down as the Member for Euroa at the coming State Election. With a little one at home and another…
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