In State Parliament this week, Member for Morwell Russell Northe has raised the plight of Latrobe Valley seniors, who once again, have seemingly being disadvantaged by changes to the distribution of travel vouchers for Pensioner Concession Card holders; Victorian Seniors Card holders and Victorian Carer Card holders. “I’ve been contacted by many Latrobe Valley seniors…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has raised in Parliament disappointment on behalf of CFA Brigades and volunteers that have been directed to not participate in fundraising events, even as COVID-19 restrictions are eased across the State. “I understand that even despite the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, CFA volunteers have not been given the green light…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has said that today’s announcement of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions by the State Government had been met with some optimism but also disappointment from Regional Victorians. The Premier’s statement today essentially bought metropolitan Melbourne in line with existing restrictions in Regional Victoria. One of the biggest changes announced today…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has said yesterday’s announcement by the State Government that a 300 megawatt battery would be installed near Geelong by the 2021-22 summer period had been met with mixed views by the local community members. Mr Northe said questions were being asked and disappointment expressed as to the cost and location…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has expressed his extreme disappointment in the State Governments lack of communication and information regarding the progress of the promised new Morwell and Moe Ambulance Stations. Mr Northe had again posed questions in Parliament earlier in the year by asking the very simple question as to when the ambulance stations…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has welcomed the announcement of the States first motorsport and motorcycling funding program, backing community clubs, participants and encouraging greater female participation. “The community motorsports program was launched as part of the $7.1m “Racing into a New Era for Motorsport” and are now open for application” said Mr Northe. Grants…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has today in Parliament highlighted many inconsistencies and confusion that applies with respect to current COVID-19 rules and restrictions. “I’ve been contacted by countless businesses and individuals that are becoming increasingly frustrated with the current Roadmap and when and how they can open” Mr Northe commenced. “Whilst I understand there…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe today used Question Time in State Parliament, to question the Minister for Jobs about the status of the much-heralded and proposed electric vehicle manufacturing facility earmarked for Morwell. “Today I questioned the Minister in seeking not only an update on whether a site had yet been identified, but also a…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has welcomed news that the ban on professional school photography in Government schools has been overturned. Mr Northe said he had previously raised the issue in Parliament and to various State Government Ministers following concerns raised by many within local school communities and from professional photographers. “The ban particularly in…
Member for Morwell Russell Northe has indicated that the State Governments announcement of a modest easing of COVID-19 restrictions for Regional Victorians has been met with mixed views. For example, Mr Northe said that whilst the increase of patrons allowed at hospitality venues was welcomed in some quarters many others in the small business sector…