Mr COULTON (Parkes—Assistant Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment) (15:29): From time to time, as I go around my regional electorate, I come across a bit of criticism as a local member. People might express some frustration and talk about things that maybe they're not completely happy about, but there are a couple of things…
DetailsI rise today to support the member for Murray in this very important issue. In my short period of time in this place, this is clearly the most pressing and urgent issue and the issue of greatest concern to my electorate that I have ever covered. I want to go through the minister’s response. I…
DetailsMr COULTON (Parkes–The Nationals Chief Whip) (20:19): by leave, I move: That the motion be amended to read-That the House: (1) acknowledges the significant community contribution Meals on Wheels Australia has made to the most vulnerable in our society for nearly 60 years; (2) values the many Meals on Wheels Australia volunteers that selflessly dedicate…
DetailsMEDIA STATEMENT Border Zone Concerns Raised with SA Premier I have recently been contacted by constituents about the challenges Far West New South Wales residents face in trying to access health care services in South Australia. Unfortunately, with COVID-19 continuing to spread, there is still a clear need for continued vigilance. Now is not the…
Details4 February 2019 The Centre Alliance call to ban cotton exports is nothing more than a senseless stunt that attacks hard-working farming communities right across my electorate. Targeting those who need the support of our community and government leaders the most right now is dangerous and thoughtless. The stark reality of our current situation is…
DetailsRecently it has come to my attention that a petition is circulating which aims to keep Lake Keepit water storage at no less than 20 per cent once it recovers. Prolonged dry times have put a huge amount of pressure on the Namoi River catchment and others, prompting difficult times for those with a range…
DetailsI am deeply honoured to have been appointed to the Coalition Government Ministry on 26 May 2019 as the Minister for Regional Services, Decentralisation and Local Government. I will also retain my role as Assistant Trade and Investment Minister. I thank the Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack for asking me…
DetailsI am deeply honoured to continue as the Minister responsible for Regional Health, Regional Communications, and Local Government. I thank Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack for today asking me to undertake this important role. Having carriage of these portfolios since May 2019, I am well aware of the issues at…
DetailsFederal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton has backed the local recruitment effort for Moree’s Australian Air Force Cadets for the first semester of 2020. “If you’re aged between 12 and 16 years old in the Moree community and you’re looking for a new challenge, I’d encourage you to consider this opportunity,” Mr Coulton said. “Youth…
DetailsThree scholarships will fund domestic students to study at Charles Sturt University’s (CSU) Dubbo campus from next year, with the backing of Federal Member for Parkes and Minister for Regional Services, Mark Coulton. Mr Coulton said the Coalition Government has provided a total of $115,500 to CSU to offer the scholarships through the $93.7 million…
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