Coulton’s Catch Up – Budget delivers for the Parkes electorate, Orana DAMA strengthened, Vietnam signs up to Ag Visa

Our plan for a better future for the Parkes electorate Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton has welcomed the 2022-2023 Federal Budget, which he said will drive the growth of towns and communities across the Parkes electorate. The Budget, which Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down on Tuesday evening, focuses on providing cost of living relief,…

$5.6 million infrastructure boost in Dunedoo

Photo caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (right) pictured with Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayor Ambrose Doolan. Local feedback will help shape plans for new and improved infrastructure in Dunedoo, under a $5.6 million commitment announced today. The Federal and State Governments are redirecting funding towards new infrastructure renewal projects for the Dunedoo community, following…

Orana Designated Area Migration Agreement strengthened

The Australian Government is providing employers in the Orana region with greater access to skilled workers by strengthening the Orana Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA), in order to meet labour-market challenges. Minister for Immigration, Citizenship, Migrant Services and Multicultural Affairs Alex Hawke said the Government consulted with businesses across the region to understand where skills…

Coulton’s Catch Up – $14.8 million boost for Broken Hill battery, Major investment in NBN, RFDS, Minister’s visit a win for our region, Funding available for regional airports

$14.8 million boost for Broken Hill battery Last week I was thrilled to announce that the Coalition Government is teaming up with AGL to construct a large-scale battery at Broken Hill which will improve energy security in regional New South Wales and help to maintain downward pressure on prices. A $14.84 million grant through the…