Beyondblue’s big blue bus will arrive in Gippsland next week as part of its 50,000 kilometre, 18 month roadshow. Member for Morwell Russell Northe is encouraging people to attend one of the roadshow events being held across Gippsland. Mr Northe said people would be able to chat with staff and local health service providers in…
More people will have the chance to boost their skills and reach their potential through sport thanks to the Victalent Grants Program. Member for Morwell, Russell Northe is reminding local sporting groups Victalent grants are currently open to provide assistance to community sport and recreation organisations in rural and regional Victoria. Mr Northe said the…
On the first sitting week of the 2015 Parliament, Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has questioned the Andrews Labor Government on elements of their Back to Work Plan. Mr Northe said the Back to Work Plan aims to provide financial relief to employers in respect of the costs associated with hiring certain unemployed or retrenched…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe has today raised his concerns about the removal of a race meeting from the Latrobe Valley Racing Club (LVRC). Mr Northe said prior to the 2010 election the then Shadow Minister for Racing, Denis Napthine met with members of the Latrobe Valley Racing Club, and made an election commitment if…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe today called on the local community to get behind inspiring local businesses by nominating them now for the 2015 Telstra Australian Business Awards. For 23 years the national award program has recognised the best in Australian small and medium business, helping them reach new levels of success. “Our local businesses,…
Member for Morwell, Russell Northe today in Parliament paid tribute to the former member for Gippsland South, Peter Ryan for his incredible service to his community and the Parliament of Victoria. Mr Northe said Peter has been an outstanding advocate for the Gippsland South electorate and regional Victoria over the past 22 years. Peter was…
Six-year Black Saturday anniversary recognised in Parliament • Remembering those who tragically lost their lives • Tribute to those who fought the fires and assisted in recovery efforts Member for Morwell Russell Northe today in Parliament paid tribute to those impacted by the Black Saturday and January bushfires which impacted the Gippsland region in 2009.…
Many sports and active recreation clubs across the Morwell electorate will benefit from funding as part of round 1 of VicHealth’s Active Club Grants program. Member for Morwell Russell Northe said the grants, of up to $3,000 each, aim to increase physical activity by making it easier for clubs to reach out to new participants…