I was in Canberra this week for the budget. I tried to get home yesterday but was flooded out, today looks like a better chance. While in Parliament, I told our story. I spoke about our trauma, pain, anger, heroic actions of volunteers and community members. I have had meetings with many cabinet members…
The Federal Government has today announced a flood mitigation study for the Wilsons/Richmond River catchment. It has also allocated $75 million to fund the findings of such modelling. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said the debate on flood mitigation in our region are finished. “For too long previous Councils have debated…
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today announced a new support package to support our region to recover and rebuild. “Today we have announced support for small business and primary producers, with funding to help individuals and families to be announced in coming days.” Mr Hogan said. Grants for small businesses – up…