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From Epping and NSW
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.
Major new COVID-19 support package to help businesses
The NSW Government has announced a major new grants package and changes to the Dine & Discover program to help tens of thousands of small businesses and people across NSW impacted by COVID-19...
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.
Free preschool to help children Start Strong
Treasurer Dominic Perrottet and Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell have announced that the new Start Strong Free Preschool program will commence from January 2022....
NSW leading the charge with electric vehicle rev-olution
NSW will be the best place in Australia to buy and drive an electric vehicle (EV) under the NSW Government’s nation-leading Electric Vehicle Strategy, with almost half a billion dollar investment.
More than $260 million to respond to NSW Bushfire Inquiry recommendations
An additional $268.2 million will be funded in the 2021-22 NSW Budget as part of the NSW Government’s response to the independent NSW Bushfire Inquiry.
Blue plaque program to celebrate hidden heritage in NSW
Dozens of Blue Plaques will adorn buildings, heritage sites and other places around NSW in the first round of a fresh investment to unlock the State’s hidden history.
In the Picture
Young Henrys brewery has diversified during COVID-19
Speaking at a Committee for Sydney event
Tree planting ceremony with Susan Lloyd-Hurwitz
In Canberra with Review panel members Jane Halton and David Thodey
Meeting SES volunteers at the Hawkesbury floods.
With James Griffin, Brad Hazzard, Rob Stokes and Fusion Point's Michael Malouf
Pie or Origin with Robert from Glenorie Bakery and Victor Dominello
Talking how to help young people with Warren Mundine
Meeting with the Board of Treasurers
With Gareth Ward MP talking to William about overcoming homelessness.
Inspecting a new development at Eastgardens
Budget 2021 - meeting the press at Parliament
With David Elliott and SES volunteers following the 2021 floods.
Budget Day 2020 - putting the final touches on the speech
BridgeClimb reopens after the COVID-19 shutdown.
Meeting maths guru Eddie Woo
Visiting Dubbo Base Hospital
Visiting the Australian Opal Centre at Lightning Ridge
With Rob Stokes and Victor Dominello
With John Robertson at Food Bank
With John and Patricia Azarias to unveil Alan Somerville's statue of James Martin
In the Hawkesbury area following the 2021 floods.
Lysicrates Foundation function at NSW Parliament
At the State Library with Dr John Valance
Sydney Metro breakthrough at Crows Nest
Helping pack care hampers at Food Bank
In Western NSW with Deputy Premier John Barilaro
With Lucy Turnbull AO, former PM Paul Keating and the Hon. Don Harwin
Taking the Creative Kids program digital
Speaking at the British Chamber of Commerce
Speeches Snapshot
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...
Community Recognition Statement – 1st Cherrybrook Girl Guides
Girl Guides Australia is one of the fantastic organisations that keep our communities strong. And the 1st Cherrybrook Girl Guides in my electorate is a case in point. In their own words: “We provide...
Community Recognition Statement – Epping local business awards
In my electorate we are privileged to have some fantastic local businesses. I am a strong believer that local business is the lifeblood of any community and it is our responsibility as a Government...
Community Recognition Statement – Cherrybrook Deepavali festival
Today I want to pay tribute to the Cherrybrook Hindu community and in particular I would like wish all my constituents a happy and prosperous Deepavali. Deepavali (also known as Diwali, Divali or...
Community Recognition Statement – Epping Chamber of Commerce
Recently I was invited to speak at a special event organised by the Epping Chamber of Commerce titled ‘Epping: Today & Tomorrow’. It was good to meet with local businesses, community groups and...
Beecroft Primary School P&C secure My Community Project grant
Recently I announced the successful 'My Community Project' in Epping. Thanks to huge local community support, Beecroft Public School P&C has been awarded a grant of $180,000 for an all-weather...