NEWS
From Epping and NSW
Blue Mountains get new ecotourism and adventure destination
Over 30,000 hectares of NSW state forests, including the iconic Gardens of Stone will be transformed into a new eco-tourism and adventure destination on the edge of the Blue Mountains near Lithgow.
Opera House sails light up the night in celebration of Diwali
The iconic sails of the Sydney Opera House shimmered in gold tonight to mark the Diwali festival, celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists and Jains around the world.
Kids get a kick out of discounted Mathildas vs USA tickets
Children who play football will have an opportunity to be front and centre at the upcoming games between the Matildas and world number one team the United States, with $5 tickets going on sale.
$25 million to kick-off community sport after lockdown
The sport and recreation sector has scored a $25-million funding boost as part of the COVID 19 Economic Recovery Strategy, to support the return of community sport as restrictions ease. The NSW...
$2.8 Billion package to turbocharge NSW recovery from COVID-19
Families, individuals and businesses across NSW will benefit from a targeted $2.8 billion package developed to accelerate recovery following the three month lockdown due to the Delta COVID-19...
Confidence and stock guaranteed as we get back to work
The NSW Government has committed to provide a Summer Holiday Stock Guarantee for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and will expand the Small Business Fees and Charges Rebate for all eligible small businesses.
A new chapter in NSW’s story, one we will write together
Becoming Premier is a great honour – but I want to be clear that the job I have committed to is not just to lead NSW, but to serve all its people.
Pilot plan to return international students to NSW
A pilot plan that will see the phased return of fully vaccinated international students to NSW has been given the green light by the Commonwealth Government, with the first flight touching down by the end of this year.
COVID support expanded for NSW workers and vulnerable communities
An additional $287.5 million in COVID-19 financial support will ensure emergency hardship payments, test and isolate support payments and community empowerment grants are expanded across all of NSW, the state Government announced today.
Online business forum held to kick-start Western Sydney recovery
Plans to kick-start the State’s economic recovery will be enhanced and more targeted following feedback and ideas put forward by Western and South-Western Sydney business and community representatives at a virtual forum yesterday.
COVID-19 economic support measures extended across NSW
The NSW Government today announced an additional $3.9 billion in funding, including $1.5 billion from the Commonwealth, as part of its COVID-19 economic support package providing ongoing assistance to businesses and individuals affected by current lockdown restrictions across the State.
NSW Generations Fund: delivering for the future
It’s not enough to deliver for the people of today. Governments have to deliver for future generations too, when usually all they end up leaving is a hefty bill. The NSW Generations Fund (NGF) is about changing that: getting away from hand-to-mouth, tax-and-spend government, and actually doing something concrete to benefit future generations.
In the Picture
Helping pack care hampers at Food Bank
In the Hawkesbury area following the 2021 floods.
Meeting with the Board of Treasurers
Meeting maths guru Eddie Woo
With John and Patricia Azarias to unveil Alan Somerville's statue of James Martin
In Western NSW with Deputy Premier John Barilaro
Budget 2021 - meeting the press at Parliament
Visiting Dubbo Base Hospital
With David Elliott and SES volunteers following the 2021 floods.
Meeting SES volunteers at the Hawkesbury floods.
At the State Library with Dr John Valance
Tree planting ceremony with Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
With Lucy Turnbull AO, former PM Paul Keating and the Hon. Don Harwin
With John Robertson at Food Bank
With Gareth Ward MP talking to William about overcoming homelessness.
Budget Day 2020 - putting the final touches on the speech
Speaking at a Committee for Sydney event
In Canberra with Review panel members Jane Halton and David Thodey
BridgeClimb reopens after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Sydney Metro breakthrough at Crows Nest
Pie or Origin with Robert from Glenorie Bakery and Victor Dominello
Lysicrates Foundation function at NSW Parliament
Young Henrys brewery has diversified during COVID-19
With Rob Stokes and Victor Dominello
Speaking at the British Chamber of Commerce
Talking how to help young people with Warren Mundine
Taking the Creative Kids program digital
Inspecting a new development at Eastgardens
With James Griffin, Brad Hazzard, Rob Stokes and Fusion Point's Michael Malouf
Visiting the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge
Speeches Snapshot
A new chapter in NSW’s story, one we will write together
Becoming Premier is a great honour – but I want to be clear that the job I have committed to is not just to lead NSW, but to serve all its people.
Your Family, Your Future | 2021-22 Budget Speech
NSW is back. From the deepest recession in our lifetime, we are back to growth, and back on track. And it is no accident. Ten years ago we imagined a better future for our State.
NSW Productivity Commission White Paper – Rebooting the Economy
The NSW Productivity Commission White Paper identifies 60 opportunities to drive productivity, growth and reboot the economy of New South Wales to help pave the way for reform – and a better quality of life for Australians.
Community Recognition Statement – Anzac Day 2021
Following a year severely impacted by COVID-19, it was even more moving than usual to be able to once again commemorate ANZAC Day alongside the Epping community. Various events across the electorate...
Community Recognition Statement – Cheltenham Recreation Club
The Cheltenham Recreation Club has served the local community for over a century, beginning in 1912 when William Harris offered to donate two acres from his garden to establish “a bowling green for...
Community Recognition Statement – Mary Jo Reeve
I would like to pay tribute to Mary Jo Reeve of Beecroft, who passed away on 25 January 2021. She was a fine citizen and made an outstanding contribution to the Beecroft community over many decades....
Community Recognition Statements – 8RAR Long Hai Day Commemoration
Today I would like to acknowledge the 8RAR Long Hai Day Commemoration Service I attended on Sunday 28 February at the Epping Cenotaph in Boronia Park, along with the Hon. Damien Tudehope MLC,...
State of confidence is Key: Economic indicators show the pandemic recovery...
For consumers and businesses, the shock of lockdowns, border restrictions and ongoing uncertainty was a disaster for confidence. As the horrors of 2020 begin to recede, NSW looks to be on the up-and-up once again.
The key reasons why reforming our economy is non-negotiable
Good afternoon – and can I say how good it is to speak at a UDIA luncheon – and to even do it in person. I was due to be here late last year. But last year was the kind of year that illustrated the...
Community Recognition Statement – Professor Ronald Bartsch AM
I want to take this opportunity to congratulate Mr Graham Alastair Ross AM, an Epping constituent and Beecroft local for being made a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2021 Australia Day...
Address to the Committee for Sydney’s inaugural Sydney Summit
Good morning - it is a pleasure to be here to open the inaugural Sydney Summit. I want to thank the Committee for Sydney for inviting me to speak this morning. I really enjoy coming to your events....
Community Recognition Statement – Vic Alhadeff
Today I wish to pay tribute to an outstanding Jewish Australian, Mr Vic Alhadeff. Mr Alhadeff recently announced that he will be stepping down as Chief Executive Officer of the Jewish Board of...