Welcome boost to local RFS

Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today announced $80,000 for the RFS to construct Airbase Tanks in Casino and Grafton. “Building new emergency infrastructure like this is essential to our region.” Kevin Hogan said. “I am happy to give something to these volunteers who give so much to our community.” The Australian Government is committed…

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Northern Rivers named home of ‘Co-operatives National Centre of Excellence’

Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today welcomed the $13.8 million announcement that the Northern Rivers will be the National Centre of Excellence for Agricultural Co-operatives. “From Woodenbong cattle breeders and Harwood sugar growers to Woolgoolga blueberry farmers at Woolgoolga, and from the Casino Meatworks and Norco to the Fishermen’s co-ops in the Clarence River…

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Lower Clarence Arts and Crafts receive grant to upgrade its Tea Room

Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today announced funding to upgrade the Lower Clarence Arts and Crafts Association’s Tea Room. “The Tea Room provides an important meeting place for our local community.” Kevin Hogan said. “The Association uses this room for many community programs. Activities like art workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions and meetings can now be…

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Halfway Creek Bridge taking shape

Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today attended a major milestone in the 155km Woolgoolga to Ballina upgrade of the Pacific Highway. 50 tonne girders were lifted into place on the twin Halfway Creek Bridge. “Construction is moving ahead quickly,” he said. “The new 70m long bridge at Halfway Creek is yet another milestone and…

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