The Federal Government has dedicated more than $680,000 to Indigenous health providers in the Parkes electorate, Federal Member Mark Coulton has announced today. Mr Coulton said the funding will be used for vital upgrades to help staff continue delivering quality care to local Indigenous people, and is part of the Coalition Government’s $2.7 million Service…
DetailsThe Parkes to Narromine section of the once-in-a-generation Inland Rail project is one step closer, thanks to the more than $300 million construction contract signed today for the first section of the 1,700-kilometre rail line. Deputy Prime Minister, Nationals’ Leader and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Michael McCormack said the Australian Government is…
DetailsWith 14-20 October marking National Carers Week, Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is encouraging those in his electorate to consider the enormous contribution of our carers. “National Carers Week gives us an opportunity to acknowledge the invaluable work of Australia’s 2.7 million unpaid carers to our families and communities,” Mr Coulton said. “One in eight…
DetailsDrought Finance Taskforce A new Drought Finance Taskforce was announced last week, which will look at how the government and banks can further support farmers and small businesses. I’m pleased the communities in my electorate dealing with the drought continue to be a priority for the government through the expansion of the $1.8 billion Drought…
DetailsLake Cargelligo residents will have personalised access to government services on Thursday 18 October, with the Coalition Government’s popular Mobile Service Centre ‘Golden Wattle’ coming to town. Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, said residents can come along to the centre for Medicare and Centrelink support, as well as help with Farm Household Allowance (FHA)…
DetailsResidents of Broken Hill can now take part in more health and wellbeing programs thanks to a major development underway at the city’s YMCA Integrated Wellness Centre. Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton toured the facility again today and said he is pleased to support the redevelopment of the YMCA’s mezzanine floor, creating a functional…
DetailsA Federal MP who was a farmer for 30 years before he entered Parliament says banning glyphosate will only add to the angst of farmers who are already battling the effects of drought. Mark Coulton, Federal Member for Parkes, represents half of New South Wales and believes those calling for a ban of the chemical…
DetailsWith today marking 100 years of the Gunnedah RSL sub-branch, Member for Parkes Mark Coulton has announced $1660 for the sub-branch to obtain six special needs chairs. The funding comes under the Federal Government’s Veteran and Community Grants program to support veterans and their families in the Gunnedah area. “I congratulate the Gunnedah RSL sub-branch…
DetailsHoliday in your own backyard Australians are choosing to holiday in their own backyard and are spending record amounts, according to the latest National Visitor Survey. This is great news, and I’d like to see more people getting out and about in the Parkes electorate where there is a hugely diverse offering for visitors. With…
DetailsUp to $119 million in funding is on offer to support students, researchers and professionals in the Parkes electorate as part of a new Federal Government leadership program. Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is urging eligible applicants to get involved. “The Endeavour Leadership Program offers a once in a lifetime opportunity for students in my…
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