Member for Morwell Russell Northe is calling upon the State Government to extend free bus travel for Gippsland commuters, following news that trains won’t be operating on the Gippsland line between the 2nd January and the 13th January 2019. Currently buses are replacing trains on our network from 1st December to 23rd December which has…
Following the further counting of votes and the distribution of preferences by the Victorian Electoral Commission, I am beyond thrilled in knowing that I will continue in my role as the Member for Morwell. I have had the privilege to serve in this capacity for the past twelve years; and to be able to still…
After attending Engie’s Hazelwood Community Information Meeting last night in Morwell, Member for Morwell Russell Northe has again re-stated his strong view that every option must be explored to keep Hazelwood Pondage open. “The tourism, recreation and economic benefits of the pondage are significant to our community so if it was that the Pondage permanently…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has described his reaction to a recent response from the Minister for Mental Health as “baffling” and “disappointing”. “I had previously written to the Minister in good faith, following community feedback and concern around Lifeline Gippsland’s desperate need for additional funding towards their crisis support line”, Mr Northe said, “but…
BACKGROUND The Gippsland community endures a terrible impacts from Prostate Cancer. The mortality rates for men with this disease are higher in Gippsland in comparison to the rest of Victoria: our men are diagnosed at more advanced stages of this dreadful disease and they wait significantly longer timeframes for life-saving treatment. One fifth are diagnosed…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe today called for additional support to tackle an alarming issue for our community – Prostate Cancer. “The mortality rates for men with this disease are higher in Gippsland in comparison to every other region of Victoria”, Mr Northe said, “our local men are diagnosed at more advanced stages of this…
BACKGROUND The Gippsland community endures a terrible impacts from Prostate Cancer. The mortality rates for men with this disease are higher in Gippsland in comparison to the rest of Victoria: our men are diagnosed at more advanced stages of this dreadful disease and they wait significantly longer timeframes for life-saving treatment. One fifth are diagnosed…
I have today announced my candidacy to contest the State election on 24th November, 2018. For the past 12 years I have had the privilege and honour to represent the residents of the Morwell electorate. My decision albeit relatively close to the election is a considered one and one supported by my close network of…
News today that Hazelwood Pondage’s closure will continue until at least the early part of 2019 is devastating news for tourists and locals alike. This popular and unique body of water is an extremely popular destination during the Christmas and School holiday period, but water enthusiasts and campers will now be forced to find other…
POLICY INITIATIVE Each year thousands of people travel to Gippsland and the Latrobe Valley, bringing $123 million to the local economy (ref). Tourism provides great economic benefits for small and rural towns, allowing them to grow and thrive. Currently, there is not a recreational vehicle (RV) site in Latrobe City that provides free or low-cost…