Photo caption: Backpackers are a large source of labour for regional areas THE HON DAN TEHAN MP Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Member for Wannon THE HON MARK COULTON MP Member for Parkes Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the Labor Government’s two-pronged attack on backpackers is terrible news for…
Details22 June 2023 Mr COULTON (Parkes—Chief Nationals Whip) (10:00): I am very honoured this morning to rise and recognise and pay tribute to the life of Joy McKean. Joy was born in Singleton in January 1930 and became a very famous early country act with her sister, Heather, the McKean Sisters. In 1951 she married…
DetailsA celebration of 15 years On Friday night a special dinner was held in Dubbo to celebrate the 15 years I have now spent representing the people of the Parkes electorate at the Federal level. I was joined by many friends, supporters, colleagues and family members for this special occasion. My thanks to all involved…
Details20 June 2023 Mr COULTON (Parkes—Chief Nationals Whip) (13:36): This morning my office was contacted by a pensioner from Gunnedah. She was most upset because she lives alone and is terribly concerned about how she’s going to manage her living expenses. The Albanese government before the election promised power prices would go down by $275,…
Details20 June 2023 Mr COULTON (Parkes—Chief Nationals Whip) (16:24): It’s now several months since Kerry Schott delivered her review to the minister on inland rail. It’s important to note that in that review Kerry Schott reinforced that the route is in the correct place and the need is there. I’m hearing that the figures around…
Details19 June 2023 Mr COULTON (Parkes—Chief Nationals Whip) (17:16): Tonight, I rise to speak on this matter of private business tonight. This issue has led to a huge uplift of correspondence into my electorate office and communication with pharmacies right across my electorate. There are a few issues with the way this was done. There…
DetailsKing’s Birthday Honours for the Parkes electorate The 2023 King’s Birthday Honours List was announced yesterday, with many outstanding people named from the Parkes electorate, including: Mr Roger Butler (Moree) was appointed Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the community through charitable and volunteer organisations. Mrs Jennifer Armstrong (Dubbo) was…
Details15 June 2023 Mr COULTON (Parkes—Chief Nationals Whip) (12:01): I rise to speak on the Nature Repair Market Bill 2023. I want to state from the outset that I’m not opposed to farmers being compensated for protecting the environment for the benefit of the greater good. But I will say that I’ve been watching this…
DetailsGrab yourself a shopping list After many requests I now have in stock plenty of shopping list pads which are available at my three electorate offices. These are a handy size and can live in your bag or car – hopefully they’ll help someone remember to get the milk next time they go down the…
DetailsPhoto caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton A special dinner will be held in Dubbo this month to celebrate 15 years since Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton first began representing the Parkes electorate. Mr Coulton looks forward to marking this significant milestone at an anniversary dinner, with special guests expected to include Leader…
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