Transport Vital to Our Future

In an era of unprecedented change and challenge, the success of our transport sector will be crucial to the success of our nation. As the Opposition’s Transport spokeswoman I genuinely seek to contribute to positive solutions in transport policy. The one thing Catherine King and I agree on is that the Minister turning the sod…

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Opinion Editorial – Protection for the regions crucial to any net-zero emissions deals (As seen in The Australian)

Three major industry bodies, which have been allies during the decade-long climate debate, have recently backflipped to support net-zero emissions by 2050. Interestingly, they have collectively recognised that the real impact of decarbonising our economy will be felt most acutely in regional Australia. The Business Council of Australia, National Farmers Federation and the Minerals Council…

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Premier Andrews’ stubborn one-size-fits-all mindset a hurtful insult to Regional Victoria

Nationals Senate Leader and Senator for Victoria Bridget McKenzie has condemned Victoria’s one-size-fits-all plan to re-open regional Victoria. Senator McKenzie has strongly implored Premier Daniel Andrews to show some empathy for COVID-19 free rural and regional Victorians who have suffered untold financial and emotional damage during his extended forced restrictions. “From the start of this…

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