Funding Boost for Domestic and Family Violence Services

Funding Boost for Domestic and Family Violence Services

Today’s State Budget announced an additional $184.1 million in funding over the next four years for frontline domestic and family violence (DFV) services. This represents the largest funding increase in decades.

Earlier this month, I spoke out about the urgent need for more funding: https://shorturl.at/Dz5vM

Frontline DFV services have not been able to meet the growing demand in our communities. This investment means greater

Toronto Baths Revitalisation

Out with the old and in with the new! Today I joined Minister for Hunter Yasmin Catley MP and Cr Kay Fraser - Lake Macquarie Mayor to get cracking on the $1 million renovation of Toronto Baths.

Parliament House goes to the dogs ... the Assistance Dogs

Parliament House went to the dogs this week… the Assistance Dogs! Great to welcome some incredible pups from Assistance Dogs Australia and learn about the life-changing work they do. After around two years of training — from puppy kindy through to advanced skills — these amazing dogs are matched with people living with disability, helping with everyday tasks and providing confidence, independence and connection.

Jobs and Manufacturing

Lake Macquarie and the greater Hunter region have a rich history of mining and manufacturing. As industries change and energy generation transitions away from thermal coal, it is important to safeguard local jobs and ensure re-skilling opportunities are supported.

Local Life-saving Heroes

Isn't it great when we have some good news to share, and even better, when that news involves a couple of homegrown heroes saving a life. Recently, Wangi Wangi and Coal Point locals Jed Fatchers and Jayson Field swung into action to bring their mate Geoff Willbrands back from the dead..

Future Jobs Investment Bill Passed

The Bill has finally passed NSW Parliament.