The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has said that the Allan Labor Government’s proposed National Electricity (Victoria) Amendment (VicGrid Stage 2 Reform) Bill 2025 disrespects regional landholders across the state including across the region. Under the proposed legislation currently before the Victorian Parliament, government officials and transmission companies would be allowed to access…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe speaking with WIN News Shepparton about a proposal of constructing a Big Pear for a tourism attraction in Shepparton.
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has said that the latest drought assistance announcement by the Allan Labor Government does not go far enough and has called on the government to provide more support to farmers across rural and regional Victoria. “The latest $75 million in drought relief is welcomed for farmers in…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is encouraging local community and volunteer groups to apply for the 2025-2026 Community Food Relief Program – Local Grants. Some of the successful applicants in the last round of funding included the Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre, South Shepparton Community House, and the Numurkah Community Learning Centre.…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has said the recent approval of the new Shepparton South East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) again highlights the desperate need for better transport services and support of the Shepparton bus review she has been long calling for. The latest approval by the Minister for Planning, Sonya Kilkenny,…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has said the Allan Labor Government’s latest announcement on gas delivers nothing more than a con. Despite the Premier’s latest spin, the truth is clear: Labor is doubling down on its anti-gas agenda. “The government is continuing to wage its ideological war on how Victorians cook, heat…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has asked the Minister for Community Safety and Minister for Police, Anthony Carbines, in Parliament what actions will be taken in addressing the continual rise of crime across the Shepparton District. Recently released data by the Crime Statistics Agency showed that total criminal incidents in Greater Shepparton…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (15:49): Today I rise to make a contribution on the Roads and Ports Legislation Amendment (Road Safety and Other Matters) Bill 2025. The bill that we are debating seeks to amend a number of acts related to the roads and road safety and ports and freight portfolios, including but not limited to the…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (14:51): (1182) My question is to the Minister for Community Safety, and the information that I seek is what is being done to address the ongoing rise of crime in my electorate. In a matter of weeks my community has experienced some terrifying incidents. On 2 June two teenagers received suspected machete wounds…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (09:50): I want to acknowledge a fantastic event on Monday, Parliament’s first Big Freeze. It was so great to see all members coming together to support our member for Pakenham. What an amazing event and result, raising over an incredible $54,000 for MND research. Emma should be really proud of the incredible…