NEWS
From Epping and NSW
2020-21 HYR: Positive economic signs as confidence returns
The State’s recovery is on track following the unprecedented economic shocks of 2020. The steady reopening of the NSW economy, recent easing of domestic border restrictions, and the first COVID-19 vaccinations delivered this week, have all boosted confidence.
$500 million Dine & Discover launches in The Rocks and Broken...
The commencement of the NSW Government’s $500 million Dine & Discover stimulus program is a step closer, with testing starting in The Rocks and Broken Hill to help turbocharge local economies throughout NSW.
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....
Plan to transform Macquarie Street into a cultural precinct
Sydney’s Macquarie Street is set for a shake-up with a report out today recommending the historical stretch through the city’s east be transformed into a dynamic cultural hub that recognises and celebrates the precinct’s significance to the State.
Support for Northern Beaches businesses impacted by COVID-19
Small businesses that experienced hardship as a result of the COVID-19 restrictions on the Northern Beaches will soon have access to a grants program designed to help them cover unavoidable...
Dine & Discover vouchers: business registrations now open
Eligible businesses across the state can now register to take part in the NSW Government’s major economic stimulus program, Dine & Discover NSW.
The program will create an economic boost for dining, arts and tourism businesses, which have been impacted by COVID-19, and encourage customers to get out and about safely.
A Christmas message from Dom
In the last few weeks of the year, we often reach a point where we pause, step back from the hustle and bustle and the mad sprint to the finish line, and remind ourselves of what Christmas is truly...
$10,000 grants for NSW councils to help boost summer fun
Every local council in NSW can sign up for up to $10,000 in NSW Government funding for free events, activities or experiences to enliven local public spaces this summer. Treasurer Dominic Perrotett,...
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.
Digital vouchers a win for tens of thousands of small businesses
Tens of thousands of small and medium-sized businesses across the State will be able to apply for digital vouchers worth $1,500 to help pay for government fees and charges as part of the...
Budget Speech 2020-21: Creating jobs and securing our future
Rising to the challenge Exactly one year ago – to the day – the first known case of what we now know to be COVID-19 was detected in central China. Three days later – some 8,000 kilometers away –...
$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.
In the Picture
Meeting maths guru Eddie Woo
BridgeClimb reopens after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Taking the Creative Kids program digital
Speaking at a Committee for Sydney event
Inspecting a new development at Eastgardens
With Gareth Ward MP talking to William about overcoming homelessness.
Budget Day 2020 - putting the final touches on the speech
Visiting the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge
Lysicrates Foundation function at NSW Parliament
Meeting with the Board of Treasurers
Tree planting ceremony with Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
Talking how to help young people with Warren Mundine
With James Griffin, Brad Hazzard, Rob Stokes and Fusion Point's Michael Malouf
Helping pack care hampers at Food Bank
Visiting Dubbo Base Hospital
Young Henrys brewery has diversified during COVID-19
At the State Library with Dr John Valance
Sydney Metro breakthrough at Crows Nest
In Canberra with Review panel members Jane Halton and David Thodey
With John and Patricia Azarias to unveil Alan Somerville's statue of James Martin
With Lucy Turnbull AO, former PM Paul Keating and the Hon. Don Harwin
In Western NSW with Deputy Premier John Barilaro
Speaking at the British Chamber of Commerce
With Rob Stokes and Victor Dominello
With John Robertson at Food Bank
Speeches Snapshot
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...
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....
Budget Speech 2020-21: Creating jobs and securing our future
Rising to the challenge Exactly one year ago – to the day – the first known case of what we now know to be COVID-19 was detected in central China. Three days later – some 8,000 kilometers away –...
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....