The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has asked for action on the long-delayed upgrade of the Graham Street and Goulburn Valley Highway intersection in Shepparton. This week in Parliament, Ms O’Keeffe asked the Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Melissa Horne when the works would begin. The Graham Street and Goulburn Valley Highway…
The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe has condemned the Allan Labor Government for cutting vital funding to the police mental health and wellbeing hubs, that were promised but never delivered to regional police stations across the state. Ms O’Keeffe raised the matter in Parliament this week, calling on the Minister for Police, Anthony…
Shepparton has reached a major milestone in regional healthcare, with the first public cochlear implant surgical service delivered outside of metropolitan Melbourne now operating at GV Health in partnership with the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, but this is still more that needs to be done. The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe…
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’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe has called on the Treasurer, Jaclyn Symes to urgently address the cost-of-living pressures that are significantly impacting on people in the community. Speaking in Parliament, Ms O’Keeffe raised with the Treasurer, a lived experience of a constituent who cannot afford to pay their rent and is desperately…
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…