Photo caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (right) today met with Macquarie Home Stay Chair Susie Hill and CEO Rod Crowfoot at the site where more than 100 crepe myrtle trees will be planted along the boundary fence thanks to a $20,000 grant. Dubbo’s tree canopy will be expanded thanks to more than $26,000…
DetailsPhoto caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (right) pictured with Central Darling Shire Council General Manager Greg Hill and Administrator Bob Stewart. Central Darling Shire Council has welcomed confirmation that much-needed funding has been approved by the Australian Government for important community projects at White Cliffs, Ivanhoe and Tilpa. Council has been advised that…
DetailsFederal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton has been appointed as the National Party’s Chief Whip. The appointment comes following the announcement of the Coalition’s shadow ministry on Sunday. Having served as a Member of Parliament for more than 14 years, Mr Coulton brings a wealth of experience to the role of Chief Whip – a…
DetailsPhoto one: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (middle) officially opened the new cattle and poultry pavilion at the Coonamble Show on Wednesday. He is pictured with Coonamble Show Society President Henry Moxham (left) and members of the committee. Attendees, competitors and exhibitors at the 2022 Coonamble Show were able to enjoy improved facilities, with…
DetailsThe newest major road project for the Newell Highway in northern NSW will provide local jobs and business opportunities when work gets underway in July. NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said there was set to be a seamless transition of local employment opportunities on the $261 million upgrade between Narrabri and…
DetailsThe $1.7 billion major upgrade of the Newell Highway is surging ahead with design work starting on the Newell Highway intersection with the Oxley Highway which will improve safety and traffic flow, particularly for heavy vehicles. NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads said the major road improvement project will achieve better freight efficiency, north-east…
DetailsWork will start next week at the first of three sites where six new overtaking lanes will be built on the Newell Highway between Coonabarabran and Narrabri reducing travel times and improving safety on a section of road popular with grey nomads. Up to 40 new overtaking lanes and road safety improvements are being delivered…
DetailsOn Saturday, despite the result nationally, I was returned to the seat of Parkes for the sixth time, with a slight swing in my favour. While the count continues, it is now known that Australia will have a new government, led by Anthony Albanese. Despite my disappointment in this result, I am committed to working…
DetailsPhoto caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton pictured with Gilgandra Shire Council Mayor Doug Batten. In a boost to local sport and the regional economy, Gilgandra Shire Council has been awarded an Australian Government grant to host the Gilgandra Windmill Triples Bowls. Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said Gilgandra Shire Council will receive…
DetailsPhoto caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton (right) pictured with Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Mathew Dickerson. In a boost to local sport and the regional economy, Dubbo Regional Council has been awarded an Australian Government grant to host the NSW Junior Rugby U13 Championships. Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said Dubbo Regional Council…
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