“I am living proof that just one person can make a difference and there are many things that people can start doing today to make a difference. We all have the power to create change, it just starts with one action.”
Jacquelene
New way to engage young people in government policy development
“Engage! is our promise to young people right around Australia, you will be genuinely engaged and consulted and your important contributions will help shape government policies.
ABC members issue new vote of no confidence in managing director
The Lattouf case continues a pattern of ABC journalists, particularly those from culturally diverse backgrounds, lacking support from management when they face criticism from lobby groups, business organisations and politicians.
Imagine a Human Rights Act by 2034
With Centrelink debt gulags, residential nuclear waste dumps, Pacific climate refugee crackdowns and AI magistrates in the mix, the future looks bleak.
NSW Parliamentary Friends of the Olympic and Paralympic movements launched
As a former Paralympian and now a member of Parliament, it was fabulous to join so many of my colleagues to celebrate the inaugural meeting of the Parliamentary Friends of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements in New South Wales – Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch
Community angst at council’s tardy response to weed outbreak on river
This weed spreads rapidly and action needs to occur quickly. To further mitigate risk, council is also working with the community to survey private properties near Wyong River Weir where the weed may be present.
Domestic violence committee welcomes new safety plan
But still, at least one woman a week loses her life as a result of violence against women and this ongoing tragedy reminds us of how much work is still to be done.
Dinner with Jess Hill announced by CC Domestic Violence Committee
The Central Coast Domestic Violence Committee is proud to present ‘Dinner with Jess Hill’ on the 25th May at Breakers Wamberal. “We are delighted that the Chair of Our Watch, the wonderful Moo Baulch will be our MC,” said CCDVC President Nicole Harvey. “There will be entertainment throughout the event […]
Kincumber kids visit Parliament House
Students from Kincumber Public School have visited Parliament House as part of their excursion to Canberra to learn about Australia’s system of government. Students gained insight into how federal government works and the roles and responsibilities of members of parliament. Students were treated with a special visit by Federal Member […]
Locals are saving from 60-day scripts – Reid
Since January 2023 residents on the Central Coast have saved $3,470,616 (Robertson $1,965,047 and Dobell $1,505,569) on cheaper medicines, with savings expected to grow following an expansion of the number of medicines eligible for a 60-day script. On Friday 1st March the Federal Labor Government doubled the number of medicines available […]