Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (10:58): I rise today to pay tribute to my very special friend, elder Aunty Faye Lynam, a wonderful Yorta Yorta woman, who sadly passed away on 12 May. It is a great loss to our community. Aunty Faye dedicated her life to better health and wellbeing outcomes for Aboriginal communities, not only…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (12:44): (176) My question is to the Minister for Small Business, and I ask: when will critical flood relief payments be made to businesses who have applied and qualified for flood relief grants but have not yet received their payment? It has been eight months since the floods, and our region is…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (19:06) : (173) My adjournment matter is for the Minister for Education and the action that I seek is that the minister meet with the principal of the Greater Shepparton Secondary College, the principal of Shepparton Notre Dame college and local stakeholders to find a solution to address the current issues the…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (09:46): This past week one of my much-loved residents and local legend Murray Slee celebrated his 100th birthday. Murray has a long history serving our community, including being the longest serving councillor of 34 years, elected back in 1956. Murray was also mayor of our great city for three years back in 1976,…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (09:47): I also wish to congratulate the Philippine House Shepparton on their 35th anniversary. It was a great celebration, reflecting back on the history, culture and the strong connection and wonderful contribution that they make to our region and community.
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (09:47): I would also like to congratulate all the award recipients of the Moira shire community awards, which are a wonderful acknowledgement of the shining stars within the community. The Eden Farm Multicultural Festival event was one of the community star achiever award winners. Congratulations to Gary and Katherina on providing a…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (14:59): (126) My question is to the Minister for Roads and Road Safety. On 20 April we had a horrific accident at the intersection of Labuan Road and the Murray Valley Highway in which a truck and two cars were involved. Tragically, the accident claimed the lives of five people. My condolences go…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (17:26): (127) My adjournment matter is to the Minister for Health, and the action I seek is that the minister funds in this year’s budget stage 2 of the Goulburn Valley Health redevelopment. This past week the minister visited the GV Health hospital site with no mention of future funding for stage…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (15:13): I rise today to speak on the Children and Health Legislation Amendment (Statement of Recognition, Aboriginal Self-determination and Other Matters) Bill 2023. This is an incredibly important bill that addresses the many issues facing Indigenous people and their broader communities. The electorate of Shepparton district is home to a large percentage…
Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (09:50): I had the pleasure of returning to my former primary school, Shepparton East Primary School, this past week to present school badges to the school leaders for 2023 and the year 6 care teams. I always get so much enjoyment out of attending these presentations, and it is always extra special…