Applications are now open for the Men’s Shed Funding Program 2023-24, providing grants of up to $100,000. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, said Men’s Sheds are vital community hubs and encourages not-for-profit groups to make an application. “Men’s Sheds create safe and inclusive spaces where men can come together, foster social connections,…
A parliamentary inquiry is underway to assess Victoria’s state education system. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, welcomes the inquiry but highlights the need for further action to improve education outcomes. “While a parliamentary inquiry takes time and won’t provide immediate relief, it provides a chance to come together and bring about meaningful…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, invites local community groups to seize the opportunity and apply for the latest round of Dyson Community Grants. These grants have been designed to provide essential funding for sporting, welfare, and community groups across Victoria. Since its inception, approximately 70 grants have been awarded, making a significant…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is deeply concerned about a new Federal water bill, which could see buybacks to recover more water from local irrigators. Ms O’Keeffe says these changes, if implemented, will have severe and far-reaching consequences for our region. “The Murray-Darling Basin is a lifeline for our community, providing vital…
Dear editor, This week marks the annual R U OK? Day all over Australia, reminding us that a simple conversation and by showing that someone cares can make the world of difference in another person’s life. Whether it be yourself, a family member, a colleague, or a friend, we all know someone who has needed…
Regional communities face being left without access to vital health services if the Andrews Labor Government does not withdraw its plan to impose a Health Tax on General Practitioners (GPs), and allied health practitioners. The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, said the region is already suffering from diminished access to medical care, particularly…
The Legislative Assembly Economy and Infrastructure Committee will hold a one-day hearing in Shepparton as part of its inquiry into the impact of road safety behaviours on vulnerable road users. The inquiry will hear from Greater Shepparton City Council, Coolheads Young Driver Program, RoadSafe Goulburn Valley and the Goulburn Valley Motorcycle Club. The Nationals Member…
This week in Parliament, Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has asked the Minister for Education, Natalie Hutchins, what is the future plan of the current Verney Road School site when the school relocates and expands to the former Wanganui Secondary School site. Ms O’Keeffe has also written to the Minister for Education in…
Kim O’Keeffe, the Nationals Member for Shepparton District, and her National Party colleagues met with representatives from the DeafHub Bendigo, Deaf Victoria, Deaf Australia, and Deaf Aboriginal Services at Parliament this week, where they heard firsthand the devastating impact removing Visiting Teachers will have. “Some of the stories we’ve heard have been absolutely heart wrenching…
This week in Parliament, Kim O’Keeffe, the Nationals Member for Shepparton District, will call on the Minister for Public Transport, Ben Carroll, to conduct an extensive bus review in the Shepparton region. Ms O’Keeffe recently met with Greg Fitzsimmons and Roy Dyson, from the Dyson Group of Companies, who provide bus services in the Shepparton…