News & Media
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Popular addition to Awaba Public School
- 11th July 2019
THE new play area at Awaba Public School has been so popular that principal Alison Tiplady joked that a roster system might be required to ensure all children had access to the equipment. Website: Read original story here |
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Thousands gather for NAIDOC Week
- 9th July 2019
Very proud to be able to join my friends in the Aboriginal community for NAIDOC Week celebrations in Toronto today. The theme of this year's NAIDOC Week is 'Voice, Treaty, Truth' |
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Trouble in paradise over short-term rentals
- 8th July 2019
Independent MP Greg Piper has called on the NSW government to implement a code of conduct on the short-term rental industry as more neighbourhood horror stories unfold on the Lake Macquarie waterfront. Website: Read original story here |
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Minister wants Myuna Bay Sport and Rec centre back open
- 27th June 2019
New Sports Minister John Sidoti says he would "love to see" the Myuna Bay Sport and Recreation Centre reopen. Website: Read original story here |
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Campaign for commuter parking stations pushes ahead
- 21st June 2019
Our push for better car parking at Morisset, Cardiff and Fassifern rail stations continues. I raised the matter in a Private Member's Statement |
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Hoop dreams: Newcastle to ramp up bid for WNBL team at new stadium
- 20th June 2019
NEWCASTLE Basketball officials will resume their quest to launch a team in the Women's National Basketball League after confirmation on Tuesday that they have secured state-government funding for a new $25 million stadium at Hillsborough. Website: Read original story here |
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Court to consider Trinity Point helipad proposal after talks break down
- 19th June 2019
CONFIDENTIAL talks between Lake Macquarie City Council and Johnson Property Group about the developer's plans to add a helipad to the marina at Trinity Point, in Morisset Park, have failed to land at "agreement or resolution". Website: Read original story here |
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Government delivers on funding promises in Budget
- 19th June 2019
Millions of dollars promised to a range of projects in the Lake Macquarie electorate were confirmed in Tuesday's state Budget, Independent Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper said. |
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Nurses' union meets MPs in Sydney to discuss fears for Kanangra
- 19th June 2019
NEW Disabilities Minister Gareth Ward met a Hunter delegation on Wednesday over the government's plan to close the Stockton Centre, Kanangra and Tomaree Lodge and to house the remaining 300 or so residents in group homes. Website: Read original story here |
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Budget delivers funding for major Lake Macquarie projects
- 18th June 2019
Millions of dollars promised to a range of projects in the Lake Macquarie electorate have been confirmed in today’s State Budget. |
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