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April 29, 2021
Undocumented Workers in the Agriculture Industry

The northern Mallee region, dissected by the winding Murray River, is defined by its thriving horticulture industry. As the Member for Mallee, I’m filled with a sense of pride and purpose when I observe the sprawling rows of grapevines and fruit

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April 16, 2021
Homebuilder

The HomeBuilder grant has driven the highest level of new home commencements in more than 20 years. It has been a fantastic program that has driven building activity in our region like we have never seen before. Latest building approvals

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April 9, 2021
Astra Zeneca Vaccine

On Thursday, based on expert advice received from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation, the Commonwealth Government moved to adjust Australia’s vaccination program. The medical advice to the Government is that the risk of

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December 26, 2020
Border closures hampering freight routes

Just in time for the holiday period, an unfortunate outbreak in New South Wales has thrown the Christmas plans of thousands into disarray. We always knew we would encounter more spot fires of the virus, but the timing of this outbreak really

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December 23, 2020
China markets and table grapes

Its been a difficult 12 months for the table grape industry. At the end of 2019, the price of water on the temporary market was through the roof. In addition the Indonesian market caused concern and confusion for Red Globe producers. COVID-19

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December 23, 2020
Murray Basin Rail

Over the past 18 months I’ve been working closely with industry stakeholders, farmers, and community members who have an interest in the future of rail freight transport in Victoria. I’ve repeatedly fought on their behalf, taking their views to

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