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  • The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is installing up to 20 new air quality monitors in west Lake Macquarie. They complement the existing network. Improved Air Quality Monitoring in Lake Macquarie 4th December 2023 The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is installing up to 20 new air quality monitors in west Lake Macquarie. They complement the existing network. ... more
  • Roadwork on Cessnock Road bridge, Awaba. Work will commence tomorrow on essential maintenance to the Cessnock road bridge at Wilton Road, Awaba. Roadwork on Cessnock Bridge 3rd December 2023 Roadwork on Cessnock Road bridge, Awaba. Work will commence tomorrow on essential maintenance to the Cessnock road bridge at Wilton Road, Awaba. ... more
  • Domestic violence against women remains a scourge on our society and unfortunately it is a real problem in Lake Macquarie. Today I'm at the Toronto Raising community awareness about Domestic Violence 1st December 2023 Domestic violence against women remains a scourge on our society and unfortunately it is a real problem in Lake Macquarie. Today I'm at the Toronto ... more
  • The NSW Police Force Next of Kin Program. The contact details of your Next of Kin, as well as contact that would help in an emergency can be entered onto a register. NSW Police Next of Kin Program 28th November 2023 The NSW Police Force Next of Kin Program. The contact details of your Next of Kin, as well as contact that would help in an emergency can be entered onto a register. ... more
  • Today is a momentous day. After many years of campaigning and 18 months after the Bill was passed by the NSW Parliament VAD became accessible in NSW today. Voluntary Assisted Dying 28th November 2023 Today is a momentous day. After many years of campaigning and 18 months after the Bill was passed by the NSW Parliament VAD became accessible in NSW today. ... more
  • It's that time again! Legal topics for seniors 2024 diaries available now from my office! Drop in and collect yours free! Limited quantity available. 2024 Seniors Diaries 23rd November 2023 It's that time again! Legal topics for seniors 2024 diaries available now from my office! Drop in and collect yours free! Limited quantity available. ... more
  • This holiday season my office will be accepting donations of non-perishable food and personal items for local charities that provide support to families in need. It's Giving Season 22nd November 2023 This holiday season my office will be accepting donations of non-perishable food and personal items for local charities that provide support to families in need. ... more
  • I've had a marvellous time joining with our amazing Lake Macquarie heroes from Southlake's Inc, along with her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley. Community Hair Project 19th November 2023 I've had a marvellous time joining with our amazing Lake Macquarie heroes from Southlake's Inc, along with her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley. ... more
  • It's the perfect morning to visit the Toronto Lions Club Markets! I'm here to talk about all things Lake Macquarie related and state based issues. Come and say hello. Toronto Lions Markets 19th November 2023 It's the perfect morning to visit the Toronto Lions Club Markets! I'm here to talk about all things Lake Macquarie related and state based issues. Come and say hello. ... more
  • The NSW Police & Emergency Services Sailing Club has been operating for 39 years now and I always enjoy attending the launch of their Regatta at Royal Motor Yacht NSW Police & Emergency Services Sailing Club 13th November 2023 The NSW Police & Emergency Services Sailing Club has been operating for 39 years now and I always enjoy attending the launch of their Regatta at Royal Motor Yacht ... more
  • Up to $4.65 million is available in 2023/24 to support sporting clubs and associations across NSW with $50,000 available in each electorate and grants of up to $20,000 Local Sports Grants Program - CLOSING SOON 9th November 2023 Up to $4.65 million is available in 2023/24 to support sporting clubs and associations across NSW with $50,000 available in each electorate and grants of up to $20,000 ... more
  • Transport for NSW have advised they will be carrying out field investigations at Morisset from Monday 13 November 2023, to inform future road upgrades. Mandalong Road Upgrade 8th November 2023 Transport for NSW have advised they will be carrying out field investigations at Morisset from Monday 13 November 2023, to inform future road upgrades. ... more
  • Congratulations Arcadia Vale Public School on the official opening of your new school hall at today's Spring Fair! The hall was a huge project for the school. Arcadia Vale Public School Spring Fair 4th November 2023 Congratulations Arcadia Vale Public School on the official opening of your new school hall at today's Spring Fair! The hall was a huge project for the school. ... more
  • There was a great turn out at today's Community Grants Writing workshop with representatives from around 30 different local charities and organisations attending. 2023 Grants Workshop 3rd November 2023 There was a great turn out at today's Community Grants Writing workshop with representatives from around 30 different local charities and organisations attending. ... more
  • A little piece of Switzerland has arrived in Toronto in the form of a Mondaine clock. Kaylene has spent two years working on getting the licensing agreement in place. A little piece of Switzerland in Toronto 1st November 2023 A little piece of Switzerland has arrived in Toronto in the form of a Mondaine clock. Kaylene has spent two years working on getting the licensing agreement in place. ... more
  • I was so pleased to hear today's announcement by the Premier and Minister for Police that NSW student police officers will now be paid while studying at Goulburn. A boost for police recruits 31st October 2023 I was so pleased to hear today's announcement by the Premier and Minister for Police that NSW student police officers will now be paid while studying at Goulburn. ... more
  • Meet the 2023 International Sport Karate Association World Champion (for her age) Melissa Baez. Melissa recently won the championship belt in the ISKA World Cup. Melissa Baez 30th October 2023 Meet the 2023 International Sport Karate Association World Champion (for her age) Melissa Baez. Melissa recently won the championship belt in the ISKA World Cup. ... more
  • Mother nature turned it on for Teralba Lakesiders Fishing Club's Juniors Competition. 60 young anglers competed, catching and releasing all the fish they caught. Teralba Annual Juniors Fishing Competition 29th October 2023 Mother nature turned it on for Teralba Lakesiders Fishing Club's Juniors Competition. 60 young anglers competed, catching and releasing all the fish they caught. ... more
  • The newly renovated salvation army Bolton point Food Market is officially open! I was pleased to be able to support the project with a $23,176 CBP grant. Salvation Army Bolton Point Food Market 26th October 2023 The newly renovated salvation army Bolton point Food Market is officially open! I was pleased to be able to support the project with a $23,176 CBP grant. ... more
  • Day 1 of the 69th Morisset Show has been a resounding success. After a few years hiatus due to COVID-19 and flooding rains the community has voted with their feet 69th Morisset Show 21st October 2023 Day 1 of the 69th Morisset Show has been a resounding success. After a few years hiatus due to COVID-19 and flooding rains the community has voted with their feet ... more
  • Parvovirus outbreak in Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie council's kennel facility has had two confirmed cases of highly contagious parvovirus with a third suspected case. Parvovirus outbreak in Lake Macquarie 20th October 2023 Parvovirus outbreak in Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie council's kennel facility has had two confirmed cases of highly contagious parvovirus with a third suspected case. ... more
  • Today wraps up a busy Parliament of NSW sitting fortnight. Along with the usual business of The House, I also spoke with a number of our invaluable frontline health workers This week in Parliament 19th October 2023 Today wraps up a busy Parliament of NSW sitting fortnight. Along with the usual business of The House, I also spoke with a number of our invaluable frontline health workers ... more
  • It’s Motorcycle Awareness Month. Road safety is everyone's responsibility and I joined with the NSW Government in supporting measures that will reduce road injury and death Motorcycle Awareness Month 18th October 2023 It’s Motorcycle Awareness Month. Road safety is everyone's responsibility and I joined with the NSW Government in supporting measures that will reduce road injury and death ... more
  • Traffic restrictions on the Tarro Bridge are to continue. Restrictions remain for at least four more weeks to carry out essential repair work. Traffic Restrictions on the Tarro Bridge 17th October 2023 Traffic restrictions on the Tarro Bridge are to continue. Restrictions remain for at least four more weeks to carry out essential repair work. ... more
  • This week 16th - 23rd October you can take part in the Aussie Bird Count 2023 in partnership with BirdLife Australia. Managing our native biodiversity is so important. The 2023 Aussie Bird Count 16th October 2023 This week 16th - 23rd October you can take part in the Aussie Bird Count 2023 in partnership with BirdLife Australia. Managing our native biodiversity is so important. ... more
  • 12 October 2023 - total fire ban in place for the Hunter today as the NSW Rural Fire Service braces for a day of extreme fire danger in the region. Total Fire Bans 12th October 2023 12 October 2023 - total fire ban in place for the Hunter today as the NSW Rural Fire Service braces for a day of extreme fire danger in the region. ... more
  • The NSW Police Force CCTV Register is a database which has been established to record the location of CCTV installations in NSW. Find out how to register your camera. NSW Police CCTV Register 11th October 2023 The NSW Police Force CCTV Register is a database which has been established to record the location of CCTV installations in NSW. Find out how to register your camera. ... more
  • October 10 is World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for people and communities to come together and unite to support mental health awareness. World Mental Health Day 10th October 2023 October 10 is World Mental Health Day. World Mental Health Day is an opportunity for people and communities to come together and unite to support mental health awareness. ... more
  • School returns this week across Lake Macquarie, and with this comes the return of School zones. Slow down to 40 in school zones 8-9:30am and 2:30-4pm. School zones are back 9th October 2023 School returns this week across Lake Macquarie, and with this comes the return of School zones. Slow down to 40 in school zones 8-9:30am and 2:30-4pm. ... more
  • One of the things I love about my job is delivering Community Recognition Statements in NSW Parliament. These are short congratulatory speeches Nominate a Local Legend 6th October 2023 One of the things I love about my job is delivering Community Recognition Statements in NSW Parliament. These are short congratulatory speeches ... more
  • Does your charity, community, sporting, multicultural, arts or not-for-profit organisation need help applying for grants and funding? Community Grants Writing Workshop 4th October 2023 Does your charity, community, sporting, multicultural, arts or not-for-profit organisation need help applying for grants and funding? ... more
  • Significant news for Southern Lake Macquarie this week. The NSW Department of Planning have approved the Trinity Point Development at Morisset Park. The Trinity Point Development 3rd October 2023 Significant news for Southern Lake Macquarie this week. The NSW Department of Planning have approved the Trinity Point Development at Morisset Park. The ... more
  • This year Daylight savings turns 115 years old. You'd think by now we wouldn't need to google to figure out which way they go every single time! FYI The clocks SPRING Daylight Savings 30th September 2023 This year Daylight savings turns 115 years old. You'd think by now we wouldn't need to google to figure out which way they go every single time! FYI The clocks SPRING ... more
  • Just a friendly reminder that double demerits are in place for four days in NSW over the 2023 Labour Day public holiday weekend, from 12:00am Friday, 29 September DOUBLE DEMERITS 29th September 2023 Just a friendly reminder that double demerits are in place for four days in NSW over the 2023 Labour Day public holiday weekend, from 12:00am Friday, 29 September ... more
  • Applications will be open Monday 2nd October until FRIDAY 27TH OCTOBER for the Community Building Partnership Program, so get in quick to avoid missing out on the Community Building Partnership Program Returns! 28th September 2023 Applications will be open Monday 2nd October until FRIDAY 27TH OCTOBER for the Community Building Partnership Program, so get in quick to avoid missing out on the ... more
  • NEW Women's Refuge to be built in Lake Macquarie! Today I Joined Minister Jodie Harrison MP , Minister for Women and for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and New Women's Refuge for Lake Macquarie 26th September 2023 NEW Women's Refuge to be built in Lake Macquarie! Today I Joined Minister Jodie Harrison MP , Minister for Women and for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and ... more
  • Service NSW Toronto will be having an All Services Day tomorrow the 26th Sept 2023 10am till 2pm.This is an opportunity for you to sit down face to face with multiple Toronto All Services Day 25th September 2023 Service NSW Toronto will be having an All Services Day tomorrow the 26th Sept 2023 10am till 2pm.This is an opportunity for you to sit down face to face with multiple ... more
  • Today is World Pharmacists Day. Each and every day our local pharmacists take care of our Lake Macquarie community, providing professional health advice and World Pharmacists Day 25th September 2023 Today is World Pharmacists Day. Each and every day our local pharmacists take care of our Lake Macquarie community, providing professional health advice and ... more
  • The Family Fun with Parliament of NSW activities will run from 25 September – 28 September 2023. It is perfect for children up to 12 years old, with storytelling, an Family Fun with Parliament of NSW 24th September 2023 The Family Fun with Parliament of NSW activities will run from 25 September – 28 September 2023. It is perfect for children up to 12 years old, with storytelling, an ... more
  • Sending my support to our local boys, the Toronto Awaba Stags Football Club. First Grade squad ahead of this Saturday's match for a place in the Grand Final! Stags Push for Grand Final 23rd September 2023 Sending my support to our local boys, the Toronto Awaba Stags Football Club. First Grade squad ahead of this Saturday's match for a place in the Grand Final! ... more
  • It's that time again! School is out for the next couple of weeks! Please be cautious on the roads, with school holidays comes many more kids out in the community, bike School Holidays 22nd September 2023 It's that time again! School is out for the next couple of weeks! Please be cautious on the roads, with school holidays comes many more kids out in the community, bike ... more
  • The Community of Hope facility for the homeless, 67-73 The Boulevarde, Toronto (next door to Salvos Store) is now open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 - 1pm. Community of Hope 21st September 2023 The Community of Hope facility for the homeless, 67-73 The Boulevarde, Toronto (next door to Salvos Store) is now open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 - 1pm. ... more
  • Yesterday the Government handed down the 2023 NSW State Budget. This year's budget was definitely an austerity budget. Here are some of the highlights. IT'S BUDGET WEEK! 20th September 2023 Yesterday the Government handed down the 2023 NSW State Budget. This year's budget was definitely an austerity budget. Here are some of the highlights. ... more
  • A total fire ban will be in place throughout our region today (Wednesday), as well as the Greater Sydney Region and Upper Central West Plains. Hot and Total fire ban in Lake Macquarie today 20th September 2023 A total fire ban will be in place throughout our region today (Wednesday), as well as the Greater Sydney Region and Upper Central West Plains. Hot and ... more
  • The NSW Legislative Assembly's Committee on Law and Safety has announced a new inquiry into e-cigarette regulation and compliance in NSW. Legislative Assembly Vaping Inquiry 19th September 2023 The NSW Legislative Assembly's Committee on Law and Safety has announced a new inquiry into e-cigarette regulation and compliance in NSW. ... more
  • Fire crews are attending a bushfire at Eraring this evening. No property under threat at the moment. Please be aware there is a total fire ban in parts of NSW tomorrow. Point Piper Road Bushfire 19th September 2023 Fire crews are attending a bushfire at Eraring this evening. No property under threat at the moment. Please be aware there is a total fire ban in parts of NSW tomorrow. ... more
  • I visited the other side of the lake today to talk with members of the Belmont Probus Club, reflecting on many of the issues I've been involved over the years. Belmont Probus Club Visit 18th September 2023 I visited the other side of the lake today to talk with members of the Belmont Probus Club, reflecting on many of the issues I've been involved over the years. ... more
  • I’m part of a new Facebook page which will keep you up to date with everything going on in the NSW Parliament, including tomorrow's State Budget. New Legislative Assembly Facebook Page 18th September 2023 I’m part of a new Facebook page which will keep you up to date with everything going on in the NSW Parliament, including tomorrow's State Budget. ... more
  • Our environment is just so precious, and it was wonderful to see so many eco-warriors enjoying the 2023 Living Smart Festival in Speers Point today. 2023 Smart Living Festival 16th September 2023 Our environment is just so precious, and it was wonderful to see so many eco-warriors enjoying the 2023 Living Smart Festival in Speers Point today. ... more
  • With reports of temperatures beginning to climbing again, the NSW Rural Fire Service are urging Lake Macquarie residents to prepare. So let's all get stuck in. NSW RFS "Get Ready Weekend" 15th September 2023 With reports of temperatures beginning to climbing again, the NSW Rural Fire Service are urging Lake Macquarie residents to prepare. So let's all get stuck in. ... more
  • A Conversation Could Change a Life. Today is R U OK? day, and there's never a better time to check in with a friend or loved one, don't hesitate to make that call. R U OK Day 2023 14th September 2023 A Conversation Could Change a Life. Today is R U OK? day, and there's never a better time to check in with a friend or loved one, don't hesitate to make that call. ... more
  • Spring has certainly sprung! Keen eyes might be needed to notice some of our native orchids creeping out of hiding to put on beautiful displays as the weather warms up. Spring Orchids 13th September 2023 Spring has certainly sprung! Keen eyes might be needed to notice some of our native orchids creeping out of hiding to put on beautiful displays as the weather warms up. ... more
  • Come down and support the R U OK day 2023 Community Wellness Walk. This is a fantastic community event promoting mental health awareness! R U OK Day Community Wellness Walk 12th September 2023 Come down and support the R U OK day 2023 Community Wellness Walk. This is a fantastic community event promoting mental health awareness! ... more
  • It was delightful to join with green thumbs from across Australia to open the Garden Club of Australia's 2023 convention at the Multi-Arts Pavillion in Speers Point. Garden Club of Australia's 2023 Convention 10th September 2023 It was delightful to join with green thumbs from across Australia to open the Garden Club of Australia's 2023 convention at the Multi-Arts Pavillion in Speers Point. ... more
  • Today, 10 September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. Take a moment today to reach out to someone you think may need a friend or support. World Suicide Prevention Day 10th September 2023 Today, 10 September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. Take a moment today to reach out to someone you think may need a friend or support. ... more
  • Further news today on the distressing fish kills at Mannering Park last year. The EPA has now launched legal action against the owners of Vales Point Power Station. Lake Macquarie Fish Kills Update 6th September 2023 Further news today on the distressing fish kills at Mannering Park last year. The EPA has now launched legal action against the owners of Vales Point Power Station. ... more
  • NSW Police are responding to numerous break and enter calls where property has not been secured. There are a few simple steps you can take to prevent risks. Keep Your Property Safe 5th September 2023 NSW Police are responding to numerous break and enter calls where property has not been secured. There are a few simple steps you can take to prevent risks. ... more
  • Lake Macquarie has its first fully accessible fishing platform now open in Bolton Point! A funding grant from DPI NSW Recreational Fishing Trust made it possible. Bolton Point Accessible Fishing Platform 2nd September 2023 Lake Macquarie has its first fully accessible fishing platform now open in Bolton Point! A funding grant from DPI NSW Recreational Fishing Trust made it possible. ... more
  • Today is Jersey Day. Jersey day is about raising awareness for organ and tissue donations! My staff and I donned our jerseys in support of this great campaign. Jersey Day 2023 1st September 2023 Today is Jersey Day. Jersey day is about raising awareness for organ and tissue donations! My staff and I donned our jerseys in support of this great campaign. ... more
  • Many residents experience the frustration of traffic bottlenecks at Speers Point. Today we came a step closer to a solution to congestion issues at the roundabout. Speers Point Roundabout 1st September 2023 Many residents experience the frustration of traffic bottlenecks at Speers Point. Today we came a step closer to a solution to congestion issues at the roundabout. ... more
  • This week I was pleased to present Rathmines Wangi Ladies Probus Club with a new Microphone and Speaker system to utilise at their meetings and outdoor activities. Rathmines Wangi Ladies Probus Club 31st August 2023 This week I was pleased to present Rathmines Wangi Ladies Probus Club with a new Microphone and Speaker system to utilise at their meetings and outdoor activities. ... more
  • Origin as launched the second round of the Eraring Community Investment Fund. Applications are invited though to 24 September 2023. Eraring Community Investment Fund 22nd August 2023 Origin as launched the second round of the Eraring Community Investment Fund. Applications are invited though to 24 September 2023. ... more
  • I was delighted to speak with members of the N.S.W Wangi Wangi View club today and really enjoyed engaging with them and answering all manner of questions. Wangi Wangi View Club 21st August 2023 I was delighted to speak with members of the N.S.W Wangi Wangi View club today and really enjoyed engaging with them and answering all manner of questions. ... more
  • It's Toronto Lions Club Market day! The sun is shining, the hot coffee is flowing, and I'm here to chat about Lake Macquarie based and state significant issues. Toronto Lions Club Markets 20th August 2023 It's Toronto Lions Club Market day! The sun is shining, the hot coffee is flowing, and I'm here to chat about Lake Macquarie based and state significant issues. ... more
  • While everyone is disappointed the Matildas' run for the cup has ended, not a single person is disappointed with their performance over the last few weeks. Congratulations and thank you CommBank Matilda's 17th August 2023 While everyone is disappointed the Matildas' run for the cup has ended, not a single person is disappointed with their performance over the last few weeks. ... more
  • On Saturday we lost a genuinely decent human being; a friend to many and someone always wanting to help. Our condolences to Graeme Hooper's friends and family. Vale Graeme Hooper 14th August 2023 On Saturday we lost a genuinely decent human being; a friend to many and someone always wanting to help. Our condolences to Graeme Hooper's friends and family. ... more
  • Congratulations to Morisset High year 11 student Bae-Phoenix Kelly representing Australia on the world stage as part of the Under 21 Indigenous Oztag team. Women's Under 21 Indigenous Oztag 8th August 2023 Congratulations to Morisset High year 11 student Bae-Phoenix Kelly representing Australia on the world stage as part of the Under 21 Indigenous Oztag team. ... more
  • It was great to visit with members from Cardiff Probus this morning and discuss issues of local and state interest. Thank you for inviting me today. Cardiff Probus 7th August 2023 It was great to visit with members from Cardiff Probus this morning and discuss issues of local and state interest. Thank you for inviting me today. ... more
  • Stellar win from the Origin Diamonds at the Netball World Cup 2023. Congratulations on the outstanding performance and cheers to bringing home the gold! Congratulations to the Origin Diamonds 7th August 2023 Stellar win from the Origin Diamonds at the Netball World Cup 2023. Congratulations on the outstanding performance and cheers to bringing home the gold! ... more
  • It's Jeans for Genes Day!! All the staff at my office have donned their denim to support Jeans for Genes day for the Children's Medical Research Institute. Jeans for Genes Day 4th August 2023 It's Jeans for Genes Day!! All the staff at my office have donned their denim to support Jeans for Genes day for the Children's Medical Research Institute. ... more
  • The NSW Seniors Festival Grant encourages Seniors in NSW to stay active and connect to their communities during the 2024 NSW Seniors Festival. NSW Seniors Festival Grant Program 3rd August 2023 The NSW Seniors Festival Grant encourages Seniors in NSW to stay active and connect to their communities during the 2024 NSW Seniors Festival. ... more
  • Parliament can test the most patient of adults, but the young students from Arcadia Vale Public School and Heritage College Lake Macquarie were wonderful. The week in Parliament House 3rd August 2023 Parliament can test the most patient of adults, but the young students from Arcadia Vale Public School and Heritage College Lake Macquarie were wonderful. ... more
  • New vouchers to help you save! Service NSW have announced three new vouchers to help families cover costs of kids activities. Active kids, creative kids and first lap. Active kids vouchers updates 2nd August 2023 New vouchers to help you save! Service NSW have announced three new vouchers to help families cover costs of kids activities. Active kids, creative kids and first lap. ... more
  • With works well under way at the Alton Road/Freemans Drive intersection upgrade in Cooranbong, here's a look at the project update. A traffic island will be installed Alton Road/Freemans Drive intersection upgrade 2nd August 2023 With works well under way at the Alton Road/Freemans Drive intersection upgrade in Cooranbong, here's a look at the project update. A traffic island will be installed ... more
  • Fantastic news this morning with an announcement that the Swansea Channel dredging will commence this month. After years of delays we finally have a plan. Swansea Channel Dredging 1st August 2023 Fantastic news this morning with an announcement that the Swansea Channel dredging will commence this month. After years of delays we finally have a plan. ... more
  • Fantastic 4-0 win against Canada last night from our girls. All eyes are on the CommBank Matildas as they build momentum toward the next match. Up the Mighty Matildas! 1st August 2023 Fantastic 4-0 win against Canada last night from our girls. All eyes are on the CommBank Matildas as they build momentum toward the next match. ... more
  • Terrible news over the weekend of the death of young Lake Macquarie student, Bryson Dimovski killed in an accident at Macquarie Road, Warners Bay on Friday. Vale Bryson Dimovski 31st July 2023 Terrible news over the weekend of the death of young Lake Macquarie student, Bryson Dimovski killed in an accident at Macquarie Road, Warners Bay on Friday. ... more
  • Flu season has set in, with a major uptick in influenza and COVID cases being seen with the colder weather. Keeping sick kids home from school can reduce the risk Winter flu season 28th July 2023 Flu season has set in, with a major uptick in influenza and COVID cases being seen with the colder weather. Keeping sick kids home from school can reduce the risk ... more
  • Are you renting? Are you a landlord? It's time to have your say. The NSW Government is asking the community for feedback to improve NSW rental laws. Have your say on NSW Rental Laws 27th July 2023 Are you renting? Are you a landlord? It's time to have your say. The NSW Government is asking the community for feedback to improve NSW rental laws. ... more
  • Summer isn't our only fire season to be wary of. Last winter Emergency Services in NSW got called out to 895 residential fires started often by the simplest of oversights Winter fire safety 27th July 2023 Summer isn't our only fire season to be wary of. Last winter Emergency Services in NSW got called out to 895 residential fires started often by the simplest of oversights ... more
  • Toronto High School Student Representative Council (years 7 - 10) are kicking some big goals. They have just completed the Creating Chances Gamechanger Program. Toronto High School SRC Kicking Goals 26th July 2023 Toronto High School Student Representative Council (years 7 - 10) are kicking some big goals. They have just completed the Creating Chances Gamechanger Program. ... more
  • Right now there are 1,800 Australians waiting for a life-saving organ transplant, and thousands more whose lives could be transformed through organ or tissue donation. DonateLife Week 2023 24th July 2023 Right now there are 1,800 Australians waiting for a life-saving organ transplant, and thousands more whose lives could be transformed through organ or tissue donation. ... more
  • Good luck to our mighty Matildas as they kick off the FIFA Women's World Cup in Sydney tonight against Ireland! How good is it seeing women's sport elevated Cheer on our girls at the soccer World Cup 20th July 2023 Good luck to our mighty Matildas as they kick off the FIFA Women's World Cup in Sydney tonight against Ireland! How good is it seeing women's sport elevated ... more
  • Watch Out Kids About! School Zones across NSW will come back into affect tomorrow morning with the return of staff and some students. Drive safely everyone. Watch out kids about 16th July 2023 Watch Out Kids About! School Zones across NSW will come back into affect tomorrow morning with the return of staff and some students. Drive safely everyone. ... more
  • A lot of discussion about the future of Eraring today. I am 100% supportive of the transition to renewable energy but we must have confidence in the transition. Questions over the future of Eraring Power Station 14th July 2023 A lot of discussion about the future of Eraring today. I am 100% supportive of the transition to renewable energy but we must have confidence in the transition. ... more
  • Fantastic news, Awaba Waste Management Facility will now be accepting soft plastics and CD covers for recycling from July 15 (foil/metallic plastics not accepted). Soft plastics recycling is back in Lake Macquarie 14th July 2023 Fantastic news, Awaba Waste Management Facility will now be accepting soft plastics and CD covers for recycling from July 15 (foil/metallic plastics not accepted). ... more
  • The life-story, war medals and portrait of the late Flying Officer John Fisher from the 212 Squadron R.A.F has gone up in the Rathmines Catalina Lakefront Retreat. A special piece of history at Rathmines 12th July 2023 The life-story, war medals and portrait of the late Flying Officer John Fisher from the 212 Squadron R.A.F has gone up in the Rathmines Catalina Lakefront Retreat. ... more
  • I've hosted numerous Grants Writing Workshops over the years and it's always good to see the knowledge gained during those events paying dividends. Grants Writing Workshops 10th July 2023 I've hosted numerous Grants Writing Workshops over the years and it's always good to see the knowledge gained during those events paying dividends. ... more
  • It's NAIDOC week 2023 and this year's theme is NAIDOC week 2023 2nd July 2023 It's NAIDOC week 2023 and this year's theme is "For Our Elders". Across every generation, Elders have played, and continue to play, an important role. ... more
  • Meet Karate Superstar Melissa! Winner of Lakemac Young Sport Star of the Year. 10-year-old Melissa Baez is ranked number one in Australia for her division. Meet Karate Superstar Melissa 30th June 2023 Meet Karate Superstar Melissa! Winner of Lakemac Young Sport Star of the Year. 10-year-old Melissa Baez is ranked number one in Australia for her division. ... more
  • Free COVID test kits are available at my office. You can access parking via the Tyrepower driveway. Please note these test kits expire August and September 2023. Free COVID test kits 26th June 2023 Free COVID test kits are available at my office. You can access parking via the Tyrepower driveway. Please note these test kits expire August and September 2023. ... more
  • Saddened to learn of the passing of Siobhan O'Sullivan last night. Siobhan battled ovarian cancer and was at the forefront of our campaign for voluntary assisted dying. Vale Siobhan O'Sullivan 22nd June 2023 Saddened to learn of the passing of Siobhan O'Sullivan last night. Siobhan battled ovarian cancer and was at the forefront of our campaign for voluntary assisted dying. ... more
  • Today we gathered as a parliamentary community to show our support to those affected by cancer by hosting a biggest morning tea. We all know someone affected. Cancer Council Biggest Morning Tea 21st June 2023 Today we gathered as a parliamentary community to show our support to those affected by cancer by hosting a biggest morning tea. We all know someone affected. ... more
  • Community Building Partnerships does its job again, delivering $29,680 for a desperately needed vehicle for one of our hard-working community not-for-profit Community Building Partnerships 16th June 2023 Community Building Partnerships does its job again, delivering $29,680 for a desperately needed vehicle for one of our hard-working community not-for-profit ... more
  • What a fantastic opportunity it was to bring the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy Tour to the Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility. FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy Tour 11th June 2023 What a fantastic opportunity it was to bring the FIFA Women's World Cup Trophy Tour to the Lake Macquarie Regional Football Facility. ... more
  • Adults working with children and young people are invited to give an opportunity for them to share their hopes for the future with the Office of the Advocate for Children. Postcards to the Advocate 5th June 2023 Adults working with children and young people are invited to give an opportunity for them to share their hopes for the future with the Office of the Advocate for Children. ... more
  • Traffic delays are expected from Tuesday 30 May to upgrade the intersection. Allow additional travel time between 7am and 6pm during the works. Street parking Freemans Dr roadworks go up a notch, expect delays 29th May 2023 Traffic delays are expected from Tuesday 30 May to upgrade the intersection. Allow additional travel time between 7am and 6pm during the works. Street parking ... more
  • The start of Reconciliation Week in Lake Macquarie was celebrated by Toronto Community Child Care Centre with the opening of a cultural garden. Students from New cultural garden at Toronto signals start to Reconciliation Week 29th May 2023 The start of Reconciliation Week in Lake Macquarie was celebrated by Toronto Community Child Care Centre with the opening of a cultural garden. Students from ... more
  • The first of two annual rounds of applications from eligible community groups and initiatives is now open. Applications close 18 June 2023. The fund will invest $5m Origin offering $5m in community grants 24th May 2023 The first of two annual rounds of applications from eligible community groups and initiatives is now open. Applications close 18 June 2023. The fund will invest $5m ... more
  • Transport for NSW have commenced the installation of a noise reduction wall northbound on the M1 near Currans Road, Cooranbong. Work is expected Work starts on M1 noise wall at Cooranbong 23rd May 2023 Transport for NSW have commenced the installation of a noise reduction wall northbound on the M1 near Currans Road, Cooranbong. Work is expected ... more
  • I’ve been keenly waiting to get into an EV ute and tomorrow I’ll finally get the chance to have a good look at one at the Solar Citizens Electric Ute Roadshow at Toronto Electric ute roadshow comes to Toronto 19th May 2023 I’ve been keenly waiting to get into an EV ute and tomorrow I’ll finally get the chance to have a good look at one at the Solar Citizens Electric Ute Roadshow at Toronto ... more
  • The Heaven Can Wait Charity Sailing Regatta has raised desperately-needed funds for life-saving and life-protecting local organisations for 17 years. I was pleased to Heaven Can Wait Sailing Regatta raises another $50,000 18th May 2023 The Heaven Can Wait Charity Sailing Regatta has raised desperately-needed funds for life-saving and life-protecting local organisations for 17 years. I was pleased to ... more
  • Lake Macquarie Garden Club turned 40 yesterday. Celebrating the occasion with a beautiful morning tea fundraiser, it was a pleasure to present Christine Burns Lake Macquarie Garden Club turns 40 16th May 2023 Lake Macquarie Garden Club turned 40 yesterday. Celebrating the occasion with a beautiful morning tea fundraiser, it was a pleasure to present Christine Burns ... more
  • To all the Mums who pack lunches, do our laundry, get the kids to school, go to work, cook our dinner and still have the energy to make sure we didn't forget to tuck Happy Mother's Day! 14th May 2023 To all the Mums who pack lunches, do our laundry, get the kids to school, go to work, cook our dinner and still have the energy to make sure we didn't forget to tuck ... more
  • Whether hospital, aged care, home care, community or disability support, our lives would be far harder without our nurses. Take a moment today to show your Today is International Nurses Day 12th May 2023 Whether hospital, aged care, home care, community or disability support, our lives would be far harder without our nurses. Take a moment today to show your ... more
  • A number of local Fire and Rescue stations will hold their annual open day this Saturday, May 13, from 10am-2pm. You can check updates for individual stations NSW Fire + Rescue open day 11th May 2023 A number of local Fire and Rescue stations will hold their annual open day this Saturday, May 13, from 10am-2pm. You can check updates for individual stations ... more
  • What a whirlwind of a few days. Yesterday I was unanimously elected Speaker of the 58th Legislative Assembly. While it's an enormous honour, this is a Parliament An honour and a privilege to be elected Speaker 9th May 2023 What a whirlwind of a few days. Yesterday I was unanimously elected Speaker of the 58th Legislative Assembly. While it's an enormous honour, this is a Parliament ... more
  • The 58th NSW Parliament meets for the first time tomorrow so things have been pretty hectic over the past few weeks. While it won't quite have the pageantry of a 58th Parliament meets for first time tomorrow 8th May 2023 The 58th NSW Parliament meets for the first time tomorrow so things have been pretty hectic over the past few weeks. While it won't quite have the pageantry of a ... more
  • Yesterday, NSW Forestry Corporation and the University of Newcastle officially opened the Littlejohn’s Tree Frog Walking Trail at The Pines Picnic area in the New walking trails open at Martinsville 5th May 2023 Yesterday, NSW Forestry Corporation and the University of Newcastle officially opened the Littlejohn’s Tree Frog Walking Trail at The Pines Picnic area in the ... more
  • Congratulations to David and Kathleen Kelly who recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They say that trust, tolerance and love are the key ingredients 60 years of wedded bliss! 26th April 2023 Congratulations to David and Kathleen Kelly who recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. They say that trust, tolerance and love are the key ingredients ... more
  • The day started for many at a local Dawn Service. Mine was at Speers Point before attending services at Dora Creek and later at Rathmines Memorial Park. Such a beautiful day that belied the grim reality of so much of what our service men Big crowds attend Anzac Day services 25th April 2023 The day started for many at a local Dawn Service. Mine was at Speers Point before attending services at Dora Creek and later at Rathmines Memorial Park. Such a beautiful day that belied the grim reality of so much of what our service men ... more
  • At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. LEST WE FORGET. We will remember them, always 25th April 2023 At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. LEST WE FORGET. ... more
  • Here's a full list of Anzac Day services happening in the Lake Macquarie electorate on Tuesday. Be sure to get along to at least one of them. LEST WE FORGET Your guide to local Anzac Day services 24th April 2023 Here's a full list of Anzac Day services happening in the Lake Macquarie electorate on Tuesday. Be sure to get along to at least one of them. LEST WE FORGET ... more
  • Wangi Wangi Public School celebrated a very big milestone recently and local historian Doug Saxon put together a brilliant book to mark the occasion. Called 'Wangi Wangi Public School, Celebrating 100+ Years 1920-2022', the book contains a Book chronicles 102 years of Wangi Wangi Public School 23rd April 2023 Wangi Wangi Public School celebrated a very big milestone recently and local historian Doug Saxon put together a brilliant book to mark the occasion. Called 'Wangi Wangi Public School, Celebrating 100+ Years 1920-2022', the book contains a ... more
  • People living in my electorate should have received this year's Anzac Day commemorative booklet which I send out annually. This year's booklet contains 2023 Anzac Day booklet out now 21st April 2023 People living in my electorate should have received this year's Anzac Day commemorative booklet which I send out annually. This year's booklet contains ... more
  • Some big news from Origin Energy today regarding their site at Eraring. Work will start within weeks on a $600m battery storage system at Eraring which will allow Origin pushing ahead on $600m Eraring battery plan 20th April 2023 Some big news from Origin Energy today regarding their site at Eraring. Work will start within weeks on a $600m battery storage system at Eraring which will allow ... more
  • The environment needs champions and 12-year-old Brody Riant from Morisset Park is a real champion making a big difference as he cleans up rubbish in and 12yo Brody is cleaning up the lake 17th April 2023 The environment needs champions and 12-year-old Brody Riant from Morisset Park is a real champion making a big difference as he cleans up rubbish in and ... more
  • A bit of good news on Muddy Lake at Dora Creek. The photo above shows that the weevils are finally doing their job on the salvinia infestation. This is fantastic Weevils are doing their job on Muddy Lake 16th April 2023 A bit of good news on Muddy Lake at Dora Creek. The photo above shows that the weevils are finally doing their job on the salvinia infestation. This is fantastic ... more
  • The poll has been officially declared for Lake Macquarie and along with my staff, I'm excited to continue working with our community to achieve everything our Back to work after poll is declared 14th April 2023 The poll has been officially declared for Lake Macquarie and along with my staff, I'm excited to continue working with our community to achieve everything our ... more
  • I met with the new Premier Chris Minns yesterday and want you to know that he’s offered his support to me taking the role of Speaker in the 58th NSW Order! Order! I have some news 4th April 2023 I met with the new Premier Chris Minns yesterday and want you to know that he’s offered his support to me taking the role of Speaker in the 58th NSW ... more
  • What a way to round out the weekend, throwing the ceremonial first pitch for the Toronto Tigers Baseball Club, to mark the start of the first grade season. Go Tigers! First pitch thrown for local baseball season 2nd April 2023 What a way to round out the weekend, throwing the ceremonial first pitch for the Toronto Tigers Baseball Club, to mark the start of the first grade season. Go Tigers! ... more
  • YES! It’s sleep-in day tomorrow! Clocks go BaCK one hour tonight as daylight saving ends. That means that the clocks in the car, oven and microwave which you Clocks go back tonight 1st April 2023 YES! It’s sleep-in day tomorrow! Clocks go BaCK one hour tonight as daylight saving ends. That means that the clocks in the car, oven and microwave which you ... more
  • As you may have read, Origin Energy which owns Eraring Power Station is the subject of a takeover deal by Brookfield Asset Management and MidOcean Energy. We must ensure baseload energy supplies 31st March 2023 As you may have read, Origin Energy which owns Eraring Power Station is the subject of a takeover deal by Brookfield Asset Management and MidOcean Energy. ... more
  • In line with statements I made before Saturday’s election, I’ve joined my independent colleagues Alex Greenwich (Sydney) and Dr Joe McGirr (Wagga Wagga) Crossbench commitment will provide for stable government 27th March 2023 In line with statements I made before Saturday’s election, I’ve joined my independent colleagues Alex Greenwich (Sydney) and Dr Joe McGirr (Wagga Wagga) ... more
  • What an amazing result for us last night and I cannot thank my team and our local community enough. Despite big swings across the State to Labor, we Thanks so much, Lake Macquarie! 26th March 2023 What an amazing result for us last night and I cannot thank my team and our local community enough. Despite big swings across the State to Labor, we ... more
  • Election day tomorrow. I've always let my record speak for itself but that never takes the anxiety away. One thing I know for sure is that The people always get it right 24th March 2023 Election day tomorrow. I've always let my record speak for itself but that never takes the anxiety away. One thing I know for sure is that ... more
  • I've backed the 'Build Them Here' campaign since it first began and today I've recommitted that pledge to support government procurement policies which Build them here 22nd March 2023 I've backed the 'Build Them Here' campaign since it first began and today I've recommitted that pledge to support government procurement policies which ... more
  • Don’t believe the myth that only the Liberals sell our public assets. We saw a State Labor Government sell off NSW Lotteries and the electricity retailers, and Where I stand on privatisation 21st March 2023 Don’t believe the myth that only the Liberals sell our public assets. We saw a State Labor Government sell off NSW Lotteries and the electricity retailers, and ... more
  • Just a quick update for Boolaroo residents on the additional $2.3m I secured for the management of lead legacy issues in the area. Lake Mac council has now $2.3m lead legacy fund for Boolaroo 20th March 2023 Just a quick update for Boolaroo residents on the additional $2.3m I secured for the management of lead legacy issues in the area. Lake Mac council has now ... more
  • The Government and Labor Opposition have released their energy policies and while both have supportable elements, each has a major flaw in that they largely Solar incentives needed for renters and Government housing 19th March 2023 The Government and Labor Opposition have released their energy policies and while both have supportable elements, each has a major flaw in that they largely ... more
  • Throughout March, Toronto business owners and staff are donning orange ribbons to promote Lake Macquarie charity Hearts and Hands Community Development Protecting our kids is everyone's business 18th March 2023 Throughout March, Toronto business owners and staff are donning orange ribbons to promote Lake Macquarie charity Hearts and Hands Community Development ... more
  • Pre-poll voting opens at Toronto and Speers Point tomorrow (Saturday) and at Cooranbong on Monday. Election Day is the following Saturday March 25. Pre-poll voting opens tomorrow 17th March 2023 Pre-poll voting opens at Toronto and Speers Point tomorrow (Saturday) and at Cooranbong on Monday. Election Day is the following Saturday March 25. ... more
  • Just a reminder to apprentices and uni students living in the Lake Macquarie electorate that you can now apply for a $250 travel card to help ease transport costs. $250 travel card available to Lake Mac apprentices 16th March 2023 Just a reminder to apprentices and uni students living in the Lake Macquarie electorate that you can now apply for a $250 travel card to help ease transport costs. ... more
  • It's amazing what we can accomplish when we work together. Today I joined Maria Martin from Survivor's R Us Incorporated and Adam Loftus from Foodbank Selfless heroes delivering to those in need 15th March 2023 It's amazing what we can accomplish when we work together. Today I joined Maria Martin from Survivor's R Us Incorporated and Adam Loftus from Foodbank ... more
  • I had three very interesting meetings recently – one with the NSW Crime Commission, one with Clubs NSW and one with online betting giant SportsBet. I came Gaming industry reform long overdue 14th March 2023 I had three very interesting meetings recently – one with the NSW Crime Commission, one with Clubs NSW and one with online betting giant SportsBet. I came ... more
  • One of the greatest challenges of our time is how we manage the transition from fossil fuel generated energy to renewables. It's a challenge that will impact Why we need a transition authority 12th March 2023 One of the greatest challenges of our time is how we manage the transition from fossil fuel generated energy to renewables. It's a challenge that will impact ... more
  • The State election is now just two weeks away and I can smell the sausage sizzles already! My office is getting hundreds of inquiries so I thought this guide Election: postal voting and early polling 11th March 2023 The State election is now just two weeks away and I can smell the sausage sizzles already! My office is getting hundreds of inquiries so I thought this guide ... more
  • Great to meet with the Police Association of NSW again this morning to run through some of the major issues our frontline police are having. Police resources Police campaign has my full support 8th March 2023 Great to meet with the Police Association of NSW again this morning to run through some of the major issues our frontline police are having. Police resources ... more
  • We have a couple of very warm days ahead and that's prompted a total fire ban today, and likely again tomorrow. A good idea to keep all pets a bit cool today Total fire ban in place today 6th March 2023 We have a couple of very warm days ahead and that's prompted a total fire ban today, and likely again tomorrow. A good idea to keep all pets a bit cool today ... more
  • A heads-up for the many long-suffering motorists (like me) in the Morisset area. The BP on Wyee Rd in the Morisset industrial estate has been taken over by Cheaper fuel in Morisset, finally! 2nd March 2023 A heads-up for the many long-suffering motorists (like me) in the Morisset area. The BP on Wyee Rd in the Morisset industrial estate has been taken over by ... more
  • The Office of Sport has released the results of the community survey it took late last year for the planned sport and rec hub at Morisset. It asked locals about Planned Morisset sport hub enters new design phase 2nd March 2023 The Office of Sport has released the results of the community survey it took late last year for the planned sport and rec hub at Morisset. It asked locals about ... more
  • They said we couldn’t do it, but we did. I’m up in Newcastle today with Treasurer Matt Kean MP who is announcing that my Port of Newcastle Bill has cleared Port of Newcastle bill clears its final legislative hurdle 1st March 2023 They said we couldn’t do it, but we did. I’m up in Newcastle today with Treasurer Matt Kean MP who is announcing that my Port of Newcastle Bill has cleared ... more
  • Today marks 10 years since the amazing Christine Mastello launched Southlake's Incorporated. Over the past decade Southlake's Inc has helped an A decade of incredible voluntary service from Southlakes Inc 22nd February 2023 Today marks 10 years since the amazing Christine Mastello launched Southlake's Incorporated. Over the past decade Southlake's Inc has helped an ... more
  • I was absolutely delighted to join the 'Queen of Morisset Spinners and Weavers' Marjorie Whitbourne today to celebrate her 100th birthday. Reaching 100 The Queen of Morisset Spinners turns 100 21st February 2023 I was absolutely delighted to join the 'Queen of Morisset Spinners and Weavers' Marjorie Whitbourne today to celebrate her 100th birthday. Reaching 100 ... more
  • I had the absolute pleasure of popping in to see Alan Whatson at Cooranbong today to properly acknowledge his 50 years of service as a Justice of the Peace. Thanks for your 50 years of community service, Alan 20th February 2023 I had the absolute pleasure of popping in to see Alan Whatson at Cooranbong today to properly acknowledge his 50 years of service as a Justice of the Peace. ... more
  • Looking forward to seeing everyone at The Rotary Club of Morisset's seniors festival tomorrow (Sunday). It's on at Morisset Showground from 10am to 2pm with Seniors Leisure Festival on this Sunday 18th February 2023 Looking forward to seeing everyone at The Rotary Club of Morisset's seniors festival tomorrow (Sunday). It's on at Morisset Showground from 10am to 2pm with ... more
  • Best part of my job - getting grants and financial assistance for our many local sporting, community and cultural groups. Today it's local sports grants and we've Clubs share $50,000 in local sport grants 17th February 2023 Best part of my job - getting grants and financial assistance for our many local sporting, community and cultural groups. Today it's local sports grants and we've ... more
  • Nurse-to-patient ratios are not about money, they're about vital patient care! Great to catch up again with some of our nurses and midwives yesterday in Nursing staff ratios are about patient care 16th February 2023 Nurse-to-patient ratios are not about money, they're about vital patient care! Great to catch up again with some of our nurses and midwives yesterday in ... more
  • Here’s another 23,653,955 reasons why it’s so hard for Labor and the Coalition to properly reform the gaming sector and rein in gambling advertising. It’s Major parties addicted to donations from gambling industry 15th February 2023 Here’s another 23,653,955 reasons why it’s so hard for Labor and the Coalition to properly reform the gaming sector and rein in gambling advertising. It’s ... more
  • I spent Valentine's Day morning with a charity group close to my heart. Survivor's R Us Incorporated helps not only survivors of domestic violence Meet the real heroes in our community 14th February 2023 I spent Valentine's Day morning with a charity group close to my heart. Survivor's R Us Incorporated helps not only survivors of domestic violence ... more
  • Another day, another promise from the Government and Labor Opposition to pump hundreds of millions of your tax dollars into Western Sydney. In addition Regional roads ignored while Western Sydney gets a cash splash 13th February 2023 Another day, another promise from the Government and Labor Opposition to pump hundreds of millions of your tax dollars into Western Sydney. In addition ... more
  • Lake Mac parkrun turned emerald this morning in celebration of its 10th anniversary. In 2013 emerald was voted the colour of the year as it represents Lake Mac Parkrun celebrates a milestone 11th February 2023 Lake Mac parkrun turned emerald this morning in celebration of its 10th anniversary. In 2013 emerald was voted the colour of the year as it represents ... more
  • It was wonderful to join with members of the Bolton Point Tennis Club this afternoon for the official opening of the club's newly resurfaced tennis courts. Bolton Point tennis club serves up an ace 10th February 2023 It was wonderful to join with members of the Bolton Point Tennis Club this afternoon for the official opening of the club's newly resurfaced tennis courts. ... more
  • If you'll be out of town for the State election on March 25 you should apply for a postal vote now. Everyone in my Lake Macquarie electorate should have received a postal vote application form in the mail last month. If you Election info - postal voting open now 7th February 2023 If you'll be out of town for the State election on March 25 you should apply for a postal vote now. Everyone in my Lake Macquarie electorate should have received a postal vote application form in the mail last month. If you ... more
  • Just did a press conference in Sydney on gambling industry reform with my independent colleague Alex Greenwich, gambling reform advocate Tim Costello and Some leadership at last on gaming reform 6th February 2023 Just did a press conference in Sydney on gambling industry reform with my independent colleague Alex Greenwich, gambling reform advocate Tim Costello and ... more
  • Really thrilled to see the new Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre opened at Booragul today. I'm the Patron of New Landcare and Sustainable Living centre open at Booragul 2nd February 2023 Really thrilled to see the new Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre opened at Booragul today. I'm the Patron of ... more
  • Great to join the Deputy Premier Paul Toole MP at the Port of Newcastle today. I strongly believe that the port's diversification is vital to the future of our Port's diversification plan full steam ahead 30th January 2023 Great to join the Deputy Premier Paul Toole MP at the Port of Newcastle today. I strongly believe that the port's diversification is vital to the future of our ... more
  • GOOD LUCK to all the young people heading back to school today and tomorrow, especially those starting kindy The Class of 2023 begins today 30th January 2023 GOOD LUCK to all the young people heading back to school today and tomorrow, especially those starting kindy ... more
  • It really was a beautiful Australia Day morning at Rathmines where 93 people from 30 different countries were joined by their families and friends as they became Australian citizens. I enjoyed being able to speak with many recipients afterwards Happy Australia Day! 26th January 2023 It really was a beautiful Australia Day morning at Rathmines where 93 people from 30 different countries were joined by their families and friends as they became Australian citizens. I enjoyed being able to speak with many recipients afterwards ... more
  • I thought this might be handy for local families with children going back to school next week. The Department of Ed has produced a printable calendar which has all the school terms, pupil-free days, public holidays etc on it. 2023 school holiday calendar 25th January 2023 I thought this might be handy for local families with children going back to school next week. The Department of Ed has produced a printable calendar which has all the school terms, pupil-free days, public holidays etc on it. ... more
  • Applications for this year's Regional Seniors Travel Card open today (Monday Jan 23). Seniors living in my Apply now for Regional Seniors Travel Card 23rd January 2023 Applications for this year's Regional Seniors Travel Card open today (Monday Jan 23). Seniors living in my ... more
  • If you’re planning holidays this year, here’s the official list of public holidays for 2023, confirmed with the new ‘King’s Birthday’ holiday in June which replaces the List of 2023 public holidays in NSW 21st January 2023 If you’re planning holidays this year, here’s the official list of public holidays for 2023, confirmed with the new ‘King’s Birthday’ holiday in June which replaces the ... more
  • In just 92 days last year, poker machines in Lake Macquarie and Newcastle pubs and clubs made almost $100m Pokies reform is long overdue 18th January 2023 In just 92 days last year, poker machines in Lake Macquarie and Newcastle pubs and clubs made almost $100m ... more
  • Don't forget that parents and carers of school students can now get $150 (3 x $50) worth of back-to-school vouchers per eligible child. Vouchers can be used $150 Back to School vouchers available now 12th January 2023 Don't forget that parents and carers of school students can now get $150 (3 x $50) worth of back-to-school vouchers per eligible child. Vouchers can be used ... more
  • We got the thumbs up from the Productivity Commission yesterday on my Port of Newcastle bill which Commission gives Port bill the thumbs up 11th January 2023 We got the thumbs up from the Productivity Commission yesterday on my Port of Newcastle bill which ... more
  • A bit of good news for local youth support services today. I can confirm that two valuable local organisations will share more than $700,000 in State funding. $700,000 in State funds for local youth services 20th December 2022 A bit of good news for local youth support services today. I can confirm that two valuable local organisations will share more than $700,000 in State funding. ... more
  • There are a number of licenced fireworks displays approved between now and NYE, and Lake Macquarie City Council has put a handy list together so you can Plan ahead for fireworks displays 20th December 2022 There are a number of licenced fireworks displays approved between now and NYE, and Lake Macquarie City Council has put a handy list together so you can ... more
  • I thoroughly enjoyed attending Southlake's Incorporated Kids Christmas Party today. Volunteers have been working tirelessly for months to make today's event Southlakes Inc brings some welcome Christmas cheer 17th December 2022 I thoroughly enjoyed attending Southlake's Incorporated Kids Christmas Party today. Volunteers have been working tirelessly for months to make today's event ... more
  • Parents of school students can now apply to get $150 (3 x $50) worth of back-to-school vouchers per eligible child. I think this is a great initiative by the State Government and will help ease the cost of living pressures on a lot of local families. Apply now for Back to School vouchers 15th December 2022 Parents of school students can now apply to get $150 (3 x $50) worth of back-to-school vouchers per eligible child. I think this is a great initiative by the State Government and will help ease the cost of living pressures on a lot of local families. ... more
  • The new 2023 NSW Seniors Card Directories have arrived. My office also has a few of the 2023 Legal Aid diaries available as well. Both are free and will go 2023 Seniors Card Directories and diaries arrive 9th December 2022 The new 2023 NSW Seniors Card Directories have arrived. My office also has a few of the 2023 Legal Aid diaries available as well. Both are free and will go ... more
  • Just a heads-up that the latest Covid variants are running rampant in the local community. There were 900 new local cases reported on Tuesday Covid cases on the rise locally again 8th December 2022 Just a heads-up that the latest Covid variants are running rampant in the local community. There were 900 new local cases reported on Tuesday ... more
  • Very happy to announce that 22 local groups have been successful in securing grants under this year’s Community Building Partnership scheme. The groups 22 local groups secure CBP grants 6th December 2022 Very happy to announce that 22 local groups have been successful in securing grants under this year’s Community Building Partnership scheme. The groups ... more
  • My December newsletter is currently being mailed to homes in the electorate. This edition includes updates on the new sport and rec hub, Muddy Lake, major road projects, school centenaries, housing issues and much more. If you December newsletter out now 6th December 2022 My December newsletter is currently being mailed to homes in the electorate. This edition includes updates on the new sport and rec hub, Muddy Lake, major road projects, school centenaries, housing issues and much more. If you ... more
  • It's a beautiful summer's day at the Morisset Showground Markets today with the spirit of Christmas in full swing. I'm enjoying meeting up with locals and giving away my ever popular Greg bags. Pop over and say hello! Pop over and see me at Morisset Christmas Market 3rd December 2022 It's a beautiful summer's day at the Morisset Showground Markets today with the spirit of Christmas in full swing. I'm enjoying meeting up with locals and giving away my ever popular Greg bags. Pop over and say hello! ... more
  • They've arrived! The new Legal Topics for Seniors Diary 2023 is now available from my office at Toronto. Don't forget that my office has moved and is now located at 126A Cary St at Toronto. It's open from 8am to 4pm each weekday. 2023 Diary for Seniors now available 1st December 2022 They've arrived! The new Legal Topics for Seniors Diary 2023 is now available from my office at Toronto. Don't forget that my office has moved and is now located at 126A Cary St at Toronto. It's open from 8am to 4pm each weekday. ... more
  • Very happy to report that public schools in my electorate will share in almost $13.5m in RAM funding next year, an increase of $1.5m. RAM (or Resource Allocation Big increase to local school funding 28th November 2022 Very happy to report that public schools in my electorate will share in almost $13.5m in RAM funding next year, an increase of $1.5m. RAM (or Resource Allocation ... more
  • I really enjoyed visiting Teralba Amateur Sailing Club today for the official naming/launch of the new safety boat, Al Kildey. Named after one of the founders of the sailing club, it was purchased with some assistance through Teralba Sailing Club puts CBP funds to good use 26th November 2022 I really enjoyed visiting Teralba Amateur Sailing Club today for the official naming/launch of the new safety boat, Al Kildey. Named after one of the founders of the sailing club, it was purchased with some assistance through ... more
  • Congratulations to Wangi Wangi Public School on your centenary today! It was wonderful to join with you this afternoon to celebrate 100 years of learning at your exceptional school which served as both an educational and community Wangi Wangi Public School celebrates centenary 25th November 2022 Congratulations to Wangi Wangi Public School on your centenary today! It was wonderful to join with you this afternoon to celebrate 100 years of learning at your exceptional school which served as both an educational and community ... more
  • Do you know a local legend who volunteers their time for a worthy cause without fuss or much acknowledgement? Well here's your chance to change that and give them some worthy recognition! Hunter Volunteer Centre is taking nominations for Nominate a local legend 24th November 2022 Do you know a local legend who volunteers their time for a worthy cause without fuss or much acknowledgement? Well here's your chance to change that and give them some worthy recognition! Hunter Volunteer Centre is taking nominations for ... more
  • Transport for NSW is seeking feedback on (very, very) long-awaited plans to fix the Dora Creek intersection near the train station. As you can see in the pic and on Have your say Dora Ck intersection plan 23rd November 2022 Transport for NSW is seeking feedback on (very, very) long-awaited plans to fix the Dora Creek intersection near the train station. As you can see in the pic and on ... more
  • Some big news (finally!) on the new sport and recreation hub planned for Morisset and an update on the former site at Myuna Bay. The NSW Office of Sport has Have your say on planned sport and rec hub 22nd November 2022 Some big news (finally!) on the new sport and recreation hub planned for Morisset and an update on the former site at Myuna Bay. The NSW Office of Sport has ... more
  • It's the final sitting week of the current Parliament but I got to sign off on two very important pieces of legislation in my role as Assistant Speaker in recent days. The first is the Port of Newcastle bill. I'm pleased to say that Two important bills passed in final sitting week 17th November 2022 It's the final sitting week of the current Parliament but I got to sign off on two very important pieces of legislation in my role as Assistant Speaker in recent days. The first is the Port of Newcastle bill. I'm pleased to say that ... more
  • Good news and bad news on the Hillsborough Rd widening project. After I was able to secure $35m for this project in last year's State Budget, Transport Hillsborough Rd plan open for public comment 14th November 2022 Good news and bad news on the Hillsborough Rd widening project. After I was able to secure $35m for this project in last year's State Budget, Transport ... more
  • The 2022 November Emergency Services Regatta is off to a cracking start. It was great to join with NSW Police & Emergency Services Sailing Club at Royal Motor Regatta off to a flying start 14th November 2022 The 2022 November Emergency Services Regatta is off to a cracking start. It was great to join with NSW Police & Emergency Services Sailing Club at Royal Motor ... more
  • I'll never give up on the fight for a hospital and better public health services in the Morisset area. Not for the first time this year and certainly not for the last, Fight for a hospital at Morisset continues 10th November 2022 I'll never give up on the fight for a hospital and better public health services in the Morisset area. Not for the first time this year and certainly not for the last, ... more
  • WE GOT THERE! The Port of Newcastle Bill has just passed both Houses of Parliament in a great win for our region. Thank you to everyone who has supported this Port of Newcastle bill passes both Houses 10th November 2022 WE GOT THERE! The Port of Newcastle Bill has just passed both Houses of Parliament in a great win for our region. Thank you to everyone who has supported this ... more
  • A busy day in Parliament today with debate set to start on my Port of Newcastle bill. As you may have read in the media this morning, I've agreed to a Government Government backs my Port of Newcastle Bill 8th November 2022 A busy day in Parliament today with debate set to start on my Port of Newcastle bill. As you may have read in the media this morning, I've agreed to a Government ... more
  • We're in, back to full operations and everything in the new office appears to be working, although now I have to head to Sydney for a massive two weeks of We're in! New Toronto office now open 7th November 2022 We're in, back to full operations and everything in the new office appears to be working, although now I have to head to Sydney for a massive two weeks of ... more
  • I was really pleased to join with representatives from ADRA Australia along with Councillor Madeline Bishop for the official opening of Morisset ADRA ADRA op-shop expands at Morisset 6th November 2022 I was really pleased to join with representatives from ADRA Australia along with Councillor Madeline Bishop for the official opening of Morisset ADRA ... more
  • What a beautiful day in Lake Macquarie! It was great to join with the wonderful service providers PeterPan Preschool and the multiple generations of people who have Peter Pan Preschool marks 60 fabulous years 28th October 2022 What a beautiful day in Lake Macquarie! It was great to join with the wonderful service providers PeterPan Preschool and the multiple generations of people who have ... more
  • Please note that I've chosen not to include new case numbers in the weekly updates any more. Given that it's no longer mandatory to report Covid cases, Weekly Covid update - October 28 28th October 2022 Please note that I've chosen not to include new case numbers in the weekly updates any more. Given that it's no longer mandatory to report Covid cases, ... more
  • The second phase of the State Government's ban on single-use plastics comes into force next Tuesday. The phase-out of single-use plastic bags began Plastic straws and cutlery banned from November 1 27th October 2022 The second phase of the State Government's ban on single-use plastics comes into force next Tuesday. The phase-out of single-use plastic bags began ... more
  • Just a quick follow-up to my recent post about the 'smart buoy' which is now monitoring water conditions in the vicinity of the recent fish kills at Mannering Park. 'Smart buoy' data now available publicly 26th October 2022 Just a quick follow-up to my recent post about the 'smart buoy' which is now monitoring water conditions in the vicinity of the recent fish kills at Mannering Park. ... more
  • After almost 15 years in the old house on Victory Parade, my electorate office is being moved into a new office on Cary St over the next week or so. Electorate office is on the move 25th October 2022 After almost 15 years in the old house on Victory Parade, my electorate office is being moved into a new office on Cary St over the next week or so. ... more
  • A very big week in Parliament this week. Here's a quick summary of a few things I thought you'd be interested in (a link to all of my speeches is below). Dora Ck bridge, coercive control, fish kills and more on Parliamentary agenda this week 21st October 2022 A very big week in Parliament this week. Here's a quick summary of a few things I thought you'd be interested in (a link to all of my speeches is below). ... more
  • Lives lost in Hunter Health district in past week: 5 (Down 2 on previous week). Lives lost in Hunter Health district since start of pandemic: 527 (Up 5 on Weekly Covid update - October 21 21st October 2022 Lives lost in Hunter Health district in past week: 5 (Down 2 on previous week). Lives lost in Hunter Health district since start of pandemic: 527 (Up 5 on ... more
  • Have just addressed a rally of the State's taxi drivers outside Parliament House to back them in their fight against proposed government reforms which will leave most of them high and dry. Taxi deregulation plan is costing local cabbies their livelihoods 20th October 2022 Have just addressed a rally of the State's taxi drivers outside Parliament House to back them in their fight against proposed government reforms which will leave most of them high and dry. ... more
  • What an interesting week I’ve had! Introducing a bill into Parliament to unshackle the Port of Newcastle through to this afternoon officially opening the inaugural Lake Macquarie Pride By Night at Speers Point Park. Celebrating Pride in Lake Macquarie 15th October 2022 What an interesting week I’ve had! Introducing a bill into Parliament to unshackle the Port of Newcastle through to this afternoon officially opening the inaugural Lake Macquarie Pride By Night at Speers Point Park. ... more
  • It's been a busy week in Macquarie St but I thought you'd be interested in the Parliament unanimously passing the State Government's 'no body, no 'No body, no parole' laws passed 14th October 2022 It's been a busy week in Macquarie St but I thought you'd be interested in the Parliament unanimously passing the State Government's 'no body, no ... more
  • Sorry I'm a bit late with this week's update. Worth noting that from today, NSW Health has changed the rules around isolation periods for people with Covid. Weekly Covid update - October 14 14th October 2022 Sorry I'm a bit late with this week's update. Worth noting that from today, NSW Health has changed the rules around isolation periods for people with Covid. ... more