Mr NORTHE — I also rise to acknowledge the recent passing of a Gippsland identity in John Parker. John was a key figure in the Gippsland Trades and Labour Council, a lateral thinker and a very talented craftsman and artist. John regularly discussed how industry transition could take into account not only the future welfare of workers…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — It has been a very disappointing 12 months for the Morwell electorate under the Andrews government. There have been a few promises with no outcomes, and lots of talk but very little action. One of the biggest concerns for our region is unemployment. We all remember, prior to the election, Daniel Andrews talking big;…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Yallourn/Newborough RSL and the launch of its EnLIGHTen project, which has assisted in making some significant improvements to its park and cenotaph precinct. In particular the lights shining on the lone pine were simply spectacular, as was the dedication and tribute to…
Mr NORTHE — On Saturday morning the Traralgon Cemetery Trust honoured local men and women who contributed to Australia’s efforts in World War I and returned home to our great country. Whilst we do pay our respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, the cemetery trust also wanted to acknowledge those who contributed to our…
Mr NORTHE — On this Saturday evening Latrobe Regional Hospital will hold its annual event with this year’s aptly named Heart 2 Heart Ball. This year’s ball seeks to support local people with heart disease. These annual balls are always well supported by local businesses and the community and I am sure this year’s event…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — On Saturday I had the pleasure of attending the 20-year anniversary of Cobaarz Eco Salon in Glengarry. Congratulations to the owner, Nancy Corser, along with her family and staff on their 20-year achievement. Every business has its challenges, and I commend Nancy and her team for their hard work and dedication in providing…
Mr NORTHE — On Saturday evening I had the pleasure of attending the Traralgon West fire brigade’s 75th anniversary celebration dinner and awards night. The Traralgon West fire brigade has come a long way since its inception in 1940, when it had just eight members. The brigade now has approximately 30 members who have done…
Mr NORTHE — I wish to acknowledge Jessi McEwan of Traralgon, who won the Gippsland regional achiever award at the regional achievement and community awards gala dinner on Friday evening. Jessi has had a number of achievements, including being selected as Australia’s first young chef ambassador at the 2014 World Association of Chefs Societies congress in Norway.…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — Congratulations to the Traralgon Football Netball Club on its recent premiership successes. In football the club was able to secure wins in the seniors, under-18 and under-16 competitions whilst the A-grade netball team secured a narrow win over Drouin. None of the local footy experts predicted that Traralgon would have such…
Mr NORTHE — I wish to make some comments about Dan’s Grand Final Parade public holiday. In last night’s Latrobe Valley Express under the heading ‘All quiet on the valley streets’ there were many comments from local retailers and traders including from Traralgon’s Metro Seven owner, Rosa Blaquiere, who said: It’s horrible. The government says…