Nationals’ Chief Whip appointment This week I had the honour of being appointed as the National Party’s Chief Whip by leader David Littleproud. I previously held this position for two terms from 2010 to 2016, so I am looking forward to resuming the role throughout this next term of government. As Nationals’ Chief Whip, I…
Details50 years of AgQuip I was at the very first AgQuip when it began, so it was quite surreal to be in Gunnedah for the 50th anniversary of this amazing event, which has grown enormously over the years. This is a huge exhibition of farm equipment, heavy machinery, new products and services, designed to highlight…
DetailsFunding for Remote Airstrips Applications are now being sought for Round 10 of the Remote Airstrip Upgrade Program, which will provide up to $12 million in grant funding for airstrips in remote areas nationwide. I’m pleased to see this initiative of the former Coalition Government continued, and anticipate many much-needed improvements to remote airstrips as…
DetailsIndependent Review into Regional, Rural and Remote Education The Coalition Government has released an extensive report to guide efforts to overcome the educational divide between capital cities and regional and rural areas. The final report of the Independent Review into Regional, Rural and Remote Education, led by Emeritus Professor Dr John Halsey will help ensure regional and…
DetailsIndonesia trade deal I’m pleased that Australia and Indonesia have successfully concluded negotiations on the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IA-CEPA), deepening our economic and security cooperation with one of our major trading partners. Indonesia is one of the largest economies in the world, and building the economic ties between our nations will lead to…
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