Mr NORTHE — I also had the pleasure on Sunday of attending the Latrobe RSL group’s Vietnam Veterans Day reflection service at ANZAC Memorial Park in Traralgon. The commemoration day allows us to pay our respects to those who served and sacrificed so much in the Vietnam War and in particular recognises the Battle of Long Tan.…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — Despite the negative impact created by the Andrews Labor government through its announcement of additional public holidays in Victoria, we have many businesses in the Morwell electorate which are doing some amazing work. For example, I recently had the pleasure of attending the Latrobe City Business and Tourism Association’s people’s choice awards, where…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — On 13 June I had the pleasure of attending the Morwell fire brigade’s centenary dinner. Congratulations to all career and volunteer firefighters who have represented the Morwell fire brigade and have selflessly dedicated their time to protect our community. These men and women cannot do their job without the support of…
Mr NORTHE — I also wish to raise a concern with respect to local mental health advocacy group Barrier Breakers. The coalition previously provided $100 000 in funding to support Barrier Breakers and pledged a further $120 000 if re-elected in November 2014. With current funding due to cease from 1 July 2015, I call upon the Labor government to urgently provide…
MR NORTHE — I would also like to acknowledge the outgoing president of the Morwell Rotary club, Tom Shanahan, for his sterling service over the past 12 months. Tom has provided wonderful leadership whilst in this role, and I am sure his successor, Jen Rowley, will likewise do an amazing job. Congratulations to both, and…
Mr NORTHE — On a more sombre note, I wish to pass on my condolences to the Godden family on the passing of their loving daughter and sister, Cassie. Sadly, 18-year-old Cassie lost her life recently to melanoma. Our condolences go to her loving parents, Brett and Dianne, and to Cassie’s family and friends at this very…
Mr NORTHE — On behalf of my local community, I wish to congratulate a number of local Country Fire Authority (CFA) brigade members on being awarded a National Emergency Medal for outstanding service and sacrifice during the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires. The Black Saturday bushfires were simply devastating across Gippsland and indeed Victoria, and the contribution of…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — (Question 312) My constituency question is to the Minister for Housing, Disability and Ageing. Many constituents in my electorate are extremely concerned with constant and ongoing antisocial activities occurring at 8 to 14 Gwalia Street, Traralgon. This address is home to 40 social housing units that were constructed under the former federal Labor government’s Nation Building…
Mr NORTHE (Morwell) — Recently I was pleased to attend a farewell concert for the City of Traralgon Band as it embarks on its Tour of Remembrance around the United Kingdom and France. The tour will see the City of Traralgon Band be the first Australian band to compete at the Whit Friday Brass Band…