Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton was pleased to be in Wee Waa this week to present the local historical society with a cheque for $6,651 representing the Commonwealth Government’s contribution towards construction of the Namoi Echo Museum Pergola. Mr Coulton met with volunteers of the Wee Waa and District Historical Society to discuss details…
DetailsThe Federal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, has praised the success of the Clontarf Foundation on being able to deliver successful outcomes in the field of aboriginal education and Closing the Gap. Mr Coulton said that he had become a supporter of the Clontarf Foundation over the last several years as he was able to…
DetailsPhoto caption: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton today announced Major Project Status for the Hawsons Iron Project near Broken Hill. The Coalition Government is backing the local production of a key ingredient in clean steel, granting a renewal of Major Project Status to the Hawsons Iron Project near Broken Hill. Hawsons Iron Limited’s project…
DetailsApplications have opened for drought-focused leadership development in the Parkes electorate The program is developing a national cohort of leaders to drive action to better prepare for drought in their community Applications have opened for a Future Drought Fund program to develop leaders and drive conversations and action on drought preparedness in the North West…
DetailsNominations are open for local business women to be recognised through the prestigious 2019 Telstra Business Women’s Awards. Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is encouraging those in the Parkes electorate to consider nominating a successful business woman in their area. “These Awards are a chance to shine a light on women who have challenged the…
DetailsUnpaid carers in the Electorate of Parkes will benefit from $85.6 million in additional funding for support services, the Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton said. Mr Coulton said the new support services are in recognition of the important contribution unpaid carers are providing to their families, the community and the nation. “The Nationals-Liberal Government will…
DetailsFederal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton, said the Government has listened to community concern and would make changes to the proposed Medicare co-payment. The changes will mean the Medicare rebate for common consultations will be reduced by $5 only for non-concessional patients over the age of 16. The Government will not impose a co-payment on…
DetailsMore than 4300 residents across Gunnedah can now reap the rewards of fast internet, with the nbn™ broadband access network ready for service in the area. Federal Member for the Parkes electorate, Mark Coulton, announced the switch on in Gunnedah today (Friday 20 July). He said home and business owners in Gunnedah should fully utilise…
DetailsYoung people at risk of homelessness in the Electorate of Parkes will receive greater support through increased Government funding. The Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the Coalition Government has provided more than $8 million to Reconnect services throughout the electorate. “Reconnect provides support and assistance to young people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless and…
DetailsFederal Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton has welcomed the passing of amendments to the Higher Education Support Act 2003 by Parliament last week. The amendments, introduced into the chamber by the Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Nigel Scullion, will deliver significant benefits to Indigenous students, including those who study at Charles Sturt University Dubbo Campus, University…
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