The Nationals continued to put aged care in the national spotlight, and I note serious similar concerns have been raised through a recent Four Corners program.
The Coalition has long argued that the Albanese Labor government must take telecommunications stability far more seriously. The Coalition initiated the Senate's Triple Zero inquiry because Australians need certainty.
Today, Telstra Chief Executive Officer Vicki Brady and senior Telstra representatives will appear before the Senate Triple Zero inquiry initiated by the Liberal-Nationals Coalition.
Labor’s reward for this diligence is to attack these responsible Australians, taxing those over 65 to pay more for their private health cover.
Wimmera residents are not against development—they want respectful consultation, meaningful outcomes, and agriculture protected.
Sunraysia residents feel invisible to the Labor government and through the constant advocacy of Jade Benham MP, myself and The Nationals for Regional Victoria, Sunraysia is seen, heard and respected.
Across health, energy and cost-of-living, under Labor the pattern is clear: policy set in capital cities is failing regional Australia.
I commend the ‘Nine’ for their efforts representing their communities, uniting in a show of force and solidarity for the region, and trying to get the best out of a situation very poorly handled by the Allan Labor Government.
Innovations like Virtual Care should be expanded — but must support, not replace, local services. Technology cannot substitute for a local doctor, nurse or aged care provider.