NEWS
From Epping and NSW
Sydney ready to scale new heights in 2021
The NSW Government will convene a meeting of key stakeholders to devise ways to boost business and encourage more people back into the Sydney CBD as the state’s recovery from COVID-19 gathers steam.
A decade of action but still much more work to come...
The easiest thing for a government to do is nothing. That way you can avoid rocking the boat – that is until things start falling apart. Ten years ago, NSW was falling apart and people were fed up....
NSW pumps-up the volume with live music and tourism package
Up to 200,000 accommodation vouchers worth $100 each will be available to NSW residents as part of a new $51.5m package to re-ignite live music and support jobs in the accommodation, entertainment and tourism sectors.
COVID-19 restrictions to ease in a boost for the economy
A number of COVID-19 restrictions across NSW will be eased as the State continues to move forward in a COVID-Safe way. The further lifting of restrictions is a big step in the right direction and would help support businesses and jobs across NSW.
$500 million Dine & Discover NSW goes live statewide
Millions of customers will be able to take advantage of the NSW Government’s much anticipated $500 million Dine & Discover program, thanks to the program going live state wide to help turbocharge local economies.
Why it is important to bring international students back
One year ago Prime Minister Scott Morrison issued one of the defining statements of the COVID-19 pandemic: “Australia is closing its borders to all non-citizens and non-residents.” It was the right...
Tradies without borders: Scrapping outdated rules and fees to boost jobs
The NSW Government is removing barriers for tradies to work across state and territory borders, delivering a major boost for jobs and injecting billions into the economy with legislation introduced to enable the new national Automatic Mutual Recognition.
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...
In the Picture
With Gareth Ward MP talking to William about overcoming homelessness.
Meeting maths guru Eddie Woo
At the State Library with Dr John Valance
Meeting with the Board of Treasurers
Treasurer Dom Perrottet and Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott assist with the recovery effort in the Hawkesbury area following the 2021 floods.
With John Robertson at Food Bank
Speaking at a Committee for Sydney event
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
Tree planting ceremony with Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
Talking how to help young people with Warren Mundine
Budget Day 2020 - putting the final touches on the speech
BridgeClimb reopens after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Visiting Dubbo Base Hospital
In Canberra with Review panel members Jane Halton and David Thodey
Speaking at the British Chamber of Commerce
Taking the Creative Kids program digital
Lysicrates Foundation function at NSW Parliament
In Western NSW with Deputy Premier John Barilaro
With Rob Stokes and Victor Dominello
Sydney Metro breakthrough at Crows Nest
Young Henrys brewery has diversified during COVID-19
With James Griffin, Brad Hazzard, Rob Stokes and Fusion Point's Michael Malouf
Treasurer Dom Perrottet and Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott assist with the recovery effort in the Hawkesbury area following the 2021 floods.
Helping pack care hampers at Food Bank
Inspecting a new development at Eastgardens
Treasurer Dom Perrottet and Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott receive an update on the recovery effort from SES volunteers following the 2021 floods in the Hawkesbury area.
Visiting the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge
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....