Could 12-year old Maison Simmons be the next Ricky Ponting when it comes to cricket? Perhaps 17-year old Koorie-Rose Reilly and 13-year old William Tait could win Olympic Gold in athletics, whilst 16-year old Harriett Irving wins the Olympic triathlon? Will 14-year old Jack Leeson and 16-year old Toby Campbell be the next…
The Woolgoolga to Ballina Pacific Highway upgrade has celebrated a major milestone with the 36 kilometre Glenugie to Tyndale section opening tomorrow. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said motorists no longer need to pass through South Grafton and Ulmarra. “This is a significant moment for our community and for travellers up and…
Regional Express (Rex) has announced it will restart regional services in Grafton, Lismore and Ballina. This is due to the Regional Airline Network Support (RANS) program, funded by the Federal Government. Federal Member for Page Kevin Hogan said the program provides assistance to maintain a minimal weekly schedule to regional areas. “Rex was…
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…