Member for Morwell Russell Northe will submit a number of questions in Parliament asking why the State Governments “Gippsland Rail Corridor Station Upgrade Program” has failed to deliver on a number of promises to upgrade Latrobe Valley train stations. In April 2017, the State Government announced with much fanfare that it would be upgrading Moe,…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe had the opportunity this week in Parliament to respond to the 2018/2019 Victorian State Government Budget. Mr Northe described the Budget as a mixed bag but raised many concerns, including the impact the State Governments new and increased taxes were having on Victorians, and the lack of a real jobs…
Russell Northe, Member for Morwell has warned Gippsland commuters to plan ahead when travelling, given more disruptions are scheduled on V/Line services between 30 May and 17 June. Mr Northe said, “Gippsland users of V/Line services have borne the brunt of disruptions, delays and cancelled services over many months and with more heartache planned it’s…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe last week raised in Parliament the ongoing concerns of local builders and homeowners in regards to slow electricity and gas connections to their properties and homes. Mr Northe requested that the Minister for Energy urgently intervene and resolve the current situation, which has left builders and homeowners out in the…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe this week in Parliament questioned the Minister for Public Transport in relation to the ongoing poor performance of Gippsland V/Line services. Mr Northe highlighted the concerns of Gippsland commuters who are regularly forced to deal with delays, cancellations, crowded carriages and buses replacing trains which only adds to the frustration…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe used his Members Statement in Parliament today to highlight concerns of the Latrobe Valley community post the closure of Hazelwood Power Station nearly 12 months ago. “The closure of Hazelwood in such a short time-frame was such a bitter blow for many workers, contractors, families, businesses and our local community,”…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has today questioned the Minister for Mental Health, Martin Foley on what the State Government plans are in building a much needed residential Alcohol and Drug rehabilitation facility in the Latrobe Valley. Mr Northe said, “The lives of many individuals and families within the Latrobe Valley were being destroyed by…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe recently asked questions in State Parliament of Minister for Sport and Recreation, John Eren in relation to the incomplete Traralgon West Sporting Pavilion. Mr Northe called upon the Minister to provide the user groups of the Traralgon West complex with an update and whether the State Government will assist in…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe recently spoke in State Parliament to acknowledge the work and contributions of the many amazing women within the Morwell electorate as part of International Women’s Day celebrations. In particular, Mr Northe highlighted the incredible work of local Disability Employment organisation, Work Solutions Gippsland and its CEO, Mrs Donna Faulkner. Donna…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has today sought Government support for a new pilot program that will enhance safety at local train stations, taxi ranks and bus terminals and on our public transport networks. After receiving substantial feedback from many stakeholders including passengers, businesses, police and employees of bus, rail and taxi services, it has…