DROUGHT AND FIRE ASSISTANCE As our community continues to face challenges with both the drought and fires, I want to ensure everyone in is aware of the assistance that is available. You, or you may know of a neighbour or friend who could benefit from this information. Farmers and small businesses that have been hit by…
The Australian Electoral Commission has formally declared the results for the Federal Electorate of Page in the 2019 Federal Election at its office in Grafton, Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan said. “I am very humbled by the strong support shown to me in this election,” he said. “I thank you for putting your faith…
The Riverside at Grafton will undergo a major revitalisation that will make it a tourism hub, Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan said. “The Government has promised $6.5 million to upgrade Grafton’s Riverside Precinct,” Mr Hogan said. “The main focus area will be the 3 kilometre stretch of waterfront extending from Queen Street in the…
A new training hub for young school leavers will be established in Grafton, Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan announced today. “Unemployment is close to historic lows in NSW. Recently unemployment was at 3.9% in NSW. The youth unemployment rate is also at its lowest rate in 7 years. However we still have more work…
Patients will no longer have to travel to receive radiation therapy with the announcement of a new centre to be established in Grafton, Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan said. “The Government is addressing the difficulty patients in regional and rural communities face in accessing radiation therapy – therapy that could change their lives,” he…
The streets of Grafton, South Grafton and Ulmarra are about to get much safer thanks to the roll-out of Government-funded CCTV Cameras, the Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said. “CCTV makes our town safer, can save lives, and most certainly will prevent crime,” he said. “I am proud to deliver this important project for…
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today welcomed the Government’s funding boost of $51.8 million for mental health care of young Australians. “I want young people to know they are not alone on their journey, and that we’re backing them with quality frontline support,” he said. “That is why I have opened a headspace in…
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today turned the first sod on the new $7 million wing of the Clarence Village Aged Care Facility in Grafton. “This is great news for our aged community and also great news for those looking for work,” he said. “The Federal Government is providing ongoing funding of almost $1.2…
Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan today opened the second stage of the $25 million expansion of the Whiddon Group’s Aged Care Facility in Grafton. “This is great news for our community, particularly older members who want to stay in their community but need assistance, as well as those looking for work,” he said.…
It was great to announce 170 new permanent Aged Care jobs in Grafton last week. These jobs are a direct result of almost $7 million in ongoing annual Federal funding for the new Aged Care Facility – Signature Grafton – to provide 144 new aged care places for older members of our community. This is…