The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is pleased to announce their office is moving to 318 Wyndham Street Shepparton. Ms O’Keeffe said, “We are really pleased to be moving to a much more prominent location, and that the move will allow for better engagement and connection with the community, while improving accessibility for…
Throughout October, activities, events, and initiatives aimed at supporting older members of the community to be active and social will run as part of Seniors Month. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is encouraging older residents to get involved and experience some of the local events on offer. “The annual Seniors Festival is…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, along with her National Party colleagues across regional Victoria, have successfully lobbied for the Victorian Government to continue to oppose water buybacks. The Nationals have been assured by the Victorian Labor Party and Water Minister, Harriet Shing MP, that it will continue its opposition to harmful buybacks…
The Parliamentary inquiry hearings into the cancellation of the 2026 regional Commonwealth Games got underway this week, with the cost of abandoning the Games expected to have exceeded $500 million. This includes $380M in compensation, $43M in operating grants, over $21M for athletes’ villages, $19M on competition venues and over $6M for Victoria Police security…
Recent wet weather has caused further damage across Victoria’s derelict regional road network, creating additional potholes and dangers for drivers to navigate. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe said it is hard to believe the dangerous conditions drivers are navigating, or that the state’s annual road maintenance budget continued to be cut. “Extreme…
Applications are now open for the Men’s Shed Funding Program 2023-24, providing grants of up to $100,000. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, said Men’s Sheds are vital community hubs and encourages not-for-profit groups to make an application. “Men’s Sheds create safe and inclusive spaces where men can come together, foster social connections,…
A parliamentary inquiry is underway to assess Victoria’s state education system. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, welcomes the inquiry but highlights the need for further action to improve education outcomes. “While a parliamentary inquiry takes time and won’t provide immediate relief, it provides a chance to come together and bring about meaningful…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, invites local community groups to seize the opportunity and apply for the latest round of Dyson Community Grants. These grants have been designed to provide essential funding for sporting, welfare, and community groups across Victoria. Since its inception, approximately 70 grants have been awarded, making a significant…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is deeply concerned about a new Federal water bill, which could see buybacks to recover more water from local irrigators. Ms O’Keeffe says these changes, if implemented, will have severe and far-reaching consequences for our region. “The Murray-Darling Basin is a lifeline for our community, providing vital…
Dear editor, This week marks the annual R U OK? Day all over Australia, reminding us that a simple conversation and by showing that someone cares can make the world of difference in another person’s life. Whether it be yourself, a family member, a colleague, or a friend, we all know someone who has needed…