NEWS
From Epping and NSW
Budget 2020-21: Voucher scheme to boost local businesses and families
NSW residents will be given $100 worth of digital vouchers that can be used at eateries and on arts and tourism attractions across NSW as part of a flagship $500 million program to help business, stimulate the State’s economy and support local jobs.
$120 million extra for free preschool program to help parents
Families and young children in NSW will benefit from an extra year of free preschool with the NSW Government announcing funding for community and mobile preschools in 2021.
Remembrance Day Services to go ahead in Epping
Groups of up to 100 people will be able to gather for Remembrance Day services in Epping after the approval of a one-off exemption from COVID-19 restrictions. “Remembrance Day is a major event for...
Funding certainty continues for schools in Epping
Students at Epping public schools will benefit from the funding certainty delivered in their school budget allocations for next year. Member for Epping Dominic Perrottet said the allocations are...
Treasurer announces $192 million to fund NSW bushfire initiatives
New equipment for firefighters, night-time aerial firefighting, enhanced strategic fire trails and improvements to local emergency infrastructure will be funded as part of the NSW Government’s response to the independent NSW Bushfire Inquiry.
$20 million summer lifeline to make our CBD economy sizzle
The NSW Government and City of Sydney Council today announced they would provide up to $20 million in joint funding to boost the CBD economy, support businesses and create jobs across the vital summer period.
Summer Summit plans to boost business in city this Christmas
Sydney cafes, bars, restaurants and business operators are set for a summer revival with the NSW Government’s Summer Summit paving the way for business to capitalise on Sydney’s transformation into...
Determined effort to keep economy ticking with NSW Summer Summit
In June 1982 a Boeing 747 traveling from London to Auckland flew into a cloud of volcanic ash over Indonesia, stopping all four of its engines. The plane could only glide, and began to...
A 24-hour economy: our plan to make Sydney shine after dark
Sydney’s nightlife will be revamped in a major boost for businesses and jobs in the wake of the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Free preschool in NSW extended to end of school year
The NSW Government today announced an extension of the COVID-19 relief funding for community and mobile preschools to the end of Term 4.
Investment in livability: $250 million boost for public spaces
Councils across NSW will have the opportunity to deliver new and improved public spaces for their local communities thanks to a $250 million program announced today, as part of the NSW Government’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan.
20-year vision to take Pyrmont peninsula to the next level
A new 20-year vision for Pyrmont will shape the waterfront peninsula as an innovative, connected and creative around-the-clock destination, providing much-needed jobs, investment and economic growth, part of the NSW Government’s COVID Recovery Plan.
In the Picture
Talking how to help young people with Warren Mundine
Visiting Dubbo Base Hospital
With John Robertson at Food Bank
Visiting the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge
Speaking at a Committee for Sydney event
Speaking at the British Chamber of Commerce
In Canberra with Review panel members Jane Halton and David Thodey
Inspecting a new development at Eastgardens
Helping pack care hampers at Food Bank
BridgeClimb reopens after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Taking the Creative Kids program digital
Lysicrates Foundation function at NSW Parliament
With Gareth Ward MP talking to William about overcoming homelessness.
Sydney Metro breakthrough at Crows Nest
With Rob Stokes and Victor Dominello
In Western NSW with Deputy Premier John Barilaro
Young Henrys brewery has diversified during COVID-19
Meeting with the Board of Treasurers
Meeting maths guru Eddie Woo
At the State Library with Dr John Valance
Tree planting ceremony with Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
Speeches Snapshot
Economic & Fiscal Update: Response Turns to Recovery
The last 12 months have been up there with the toughest ever.
First, came drought – the worst in a century – with dams depleted and regional communities on the brink.
We deployed our financial strength, with more than $2 billion in relief and assistance.
Community Recognition Statement – Epping Rotary
I recently attended a dinner meeting held at the Epping Club for Epping Rotary. I was hosted by past president Bruce Jacob, as well as Peter Saez and David Taylor from the Epping Club. We were...
The challenges before us: Federal Financial Relations Review Forum
My speech delivered to the NSW Review of Federal Financial Relations: OVER the course of today you’re going to hear about all of the major economic and fiscal challenges that lie ahead. The...
Condolence Motion for those impacted by the tragic bush fires
The bush fires have caused untold devastation across NSW. This week I had the opportunity to speak in Parliament about the impact on so many people across our State and also to honour the work and...
Community Recognition Statement – Epping Public School Upgrade
Last week, I attended the official opening of the Stage 1 Upgrade to Epping Public School with the Premier and the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning. I was pleased to be able to...
2020 Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Storey Park
Welcoming people who become Australian citizens is one of the privileges and joys of my role as an MP. This year I attended Hornsby Council's Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at Storey Park...
Speech to Australian British Chamber of Commerce – Global NSW
Last time I was here was about 18 months ago. Or as we say in Australia - that’s about one prime-minister-ago That also applies to the UK where they’ve had a change of leader recently. I actually...
NSW Parliament: Tribute to the Children’s Bookshop Beecroft
The Children’s Bookshop in Beecroft will be familiar to any resident in Beecroft and Cheltenham as a local institution. Established in 1971, it is the oldest specialist children’s bookshop in NSW....
NSW Economic Blueprint charts trillion dollar future for NSW
There has never been a better time to live in NSW - to work in NSW - and to invest in NSW. While there’s no denying that we are here in a time of economic uncertainty. The signs are everywhere. Last...
Community Recognition Statement – Beecroft and Cherrybrook Firefighters
This fire season has been one of the most devastating on record. Six people have lost their lives, 760 properties have been destroyed and fire has burnt through over 1.65 million hectares. Many...
Community Recognition Statement – Cheltenham Girls’ High School
Cheltenham Girls’ High School has been servicing the Beecroft/Cheltenham area since 1957. The school is known for its great staff and positive learning environment. I was recently invited to the...
Community Recognition Statement – Remembrance Day 2019
On Remembrance Day, Australia stops to remember the sacrifice of all of our brave soldiers and veterans in war, and to acknowledge the freedoms they fought for. Yesterday I attended the Remembrance...