Dear Editor, We were incredibly proud to have launched the 2025 Women Economic Forum in Shepparton, and a first for regional Victoria. It was a unique opportunity to showcase the region on the world stage and to share our extraordinary success, and the opportunities in regional Victoria. It was inspiring to see local leaders, businesses…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has expressed her deep disappointment that the Allan Labor Government has again voted against important reforms designed to strengthen police powers and help prevent knife-related harm across Victoria. Ms O’Keeffe said the refusal to introduce Jack’s Law is a significant setback for community safety at a time…
The Allan Labor Government has delivered a $10 million funding cut to the State Emergency Service (VICSES) at the very time demand for assistance is increasing and communities are facing greater emergency pressures. The VICSES 2024-25 Annual Report, tabled in Parliament this week, confirms that the service is now operating with fewer resources despite recording…
Community groups across the Greater Shepparton and Moira Shire regions now have the opportunity to apply for grants of up to $50,000 through Round 3 of the Victorian Government’s Tiny Towns Fund. The program offers grants between $5,000 and $50,000 to support projects that boost tourism, enhance livability, and build community pride in towns with…
The Nationals’ Members for Euroa and Shepparton, Annabelle Cleeland and Kim O’Keeffe have jointly called on the Minister for Energy and Resources, Lily D’Ambrosio, and VicGrid to overhaul their consultation process and deliver tangible benefits for regional communities hosting renewable energy projects. Following a meeting with the Minister, VicGrid’s CEO, and Benalla Rural City Council,…
Dear Editor, As the final exams draw near, I’d like to take a moment to wish every Year 12 student the very best of luck. This time of year can be filled with nerves, excitement, and pressure. But it is also a moment to reflect on just how far you’ve come. The past 13 years…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is encouraging local fishing and angling clubs to apply for funding through the Stronger Fishing Clubs Grant Program. The program offers grants of up to $10,000 per club to help support projects such as: Fishing lessons for multicultural groups, women, First Nations people and all-abilities programs Club…
Dear Editor, National Carers Week is an opportunity to recognise the extraordinary contribution and share a light on the vital role carers play across our region. Each day, unpaid carers provide essential emotional, physical and practical support whether that be family members, friends or people in the community who are ageing, living with disability, mental…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe has called on the Minister for Transport Infrastructure, Gabrielle Williams to provide clarity as to when the completion of Stage 3 of the Shepparton Line Upgrade be delivered. Speaking in Parliament, Ms O’Keeffe also asked the Minister if the completion will include additional carriages to address the…
The ongoing neglect of Victoria’s road network has been exposed with latest data from the Australian Road Assessment Program (AusRAP) which provides a rating assessment on Victorian roads. The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe said that it is no surprise that the AusRAP assessment delivered a damning verdict on the state of many…