ABCC axed by Labor for political gain

The Labor Government’s decision to neuter the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) is deeply concerning. In the very first week of parliament, Prime Minister Albanese has demonstrated his commitment his union mates, the CFMMEU, by stripping back the powers of its watchdog to “the bare legal minimum.” The CFMMEU has been dragged to court…

Webster Visits Key Projects In Yarriambiack

Federal Member for Mallee, Anne Webster spent a day in the Yarriambiack Shire last week, meeting with Council representatives and locals and taking the opportunity to visit a number of key projects including the Hopetoun and Woomelang Bowling Clubs, Anzac Park in Warracknabeal and the Murtoa Recreation Reserve. “I always enjoy meeting with local residents, visiting…

Sunraysia Highway Upgrades Set To Begin

The upgrades to the Sunraysia Highway are set to start this August for two intersections between Birchip and Woomelang. Federal Member for Mallee and Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Development, Anne Webster said she was looking forward to seeing the works take place after securing the funding in the 2022-23 budget. “When we announced this…

Volunteers, the champions of the community

Prior to being elected to Office, I spent time working in the not-for-profit charity sector. I worked with some wonderful and generous people and the invaluable contribution that volunteers make to our community. They are our quiet heroes. Volunteers are the ones helping putt meals on tables, assisting elderly, providing friendship to the lonely, giving…

Concerns for the future of regional health

When you’re sick and you need a doctor, it should not be a herculean task to get an appointment. But across Mallee, it often is. Under the Coalition Government, a suite of measures was implemented to target regional disadvantage. Measures I advocated for.  These included funding 80 new Commonwealth Supported Places – a scheme that…