The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is calling on people to nominate local volunteers who make a difference for the 2023 Victorian Volunteering Awards. The awards are now open, with nominations closing next Monday, July 17. They include recognition for individuals and organisations who have made an impact or improved outcomes by volunteering.…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has criticised the decision to close Tatura’s only bank, saying it will have a huge impact on the town that is already struggling to be provided with adequate banking services. The Commonwealth Bank closed in Tatura only 12 months ago, and the NAB is only open three…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has said it is hard to believe that one of the hardest hit regions devastated by flooding, has been left empty-handed by the Albanese Labor Government’s $1.8 billion disaster recovery plan. While every other state will receive advance disaster recovery payments for declared natural disaster areas, Victorians…
Dear Editor, I write to highlight the significance of NAIDOC (National Aboriginals and Islanders Day Observance Committee) week within our community and encourage everyone from the Shepparton District to get involved where they can. NAIDOC week (2-9 July 2023) presents a great opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the history, culture and…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, has urged the Victorian Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, Jacinta Allan, to safeguard the $208 million already committed to the Shepparton Bypass. Speaking during Parliament on Tuesday, O’Keeffe urged Minister Allan to appeal to the Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, to ensure that the…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, joined Victorian Nationals MPs volunteering to serve the evening meal at Ronald McDonald House in North Fitzroy. Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia (RMHC) supports 2,000 families in regional Victoria and Tasmania facing serious childhood illnesses, ensuring they can stay together and receive necessary care. Ms O’Keeffe thanked…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe is encouraging local students to enter the annual 2023 Parliament Prize competition. “Entries are now open for students in Years 5 – 12 for this year’s Parliamentary Prize. This year, students are being asked what they would say to Parliament if they were an MP,” said Ms…
While the Victorian Budget allocated $134 million to provide housing access and support for the homeless, the Nationals Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe said it is nowhere near the amount urgently required to address the escalating number of individuals in need. “I have written to the Housing Minister, Collin Brooks, requesting he come to…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton, Kim O’Keeffe, visited Numurkah Pioneers Memorial Lodge today to speak with the CEO, staff and residents, after it was announced the lodge will receive $55 million in this year’s State Budget. “This is a silver lining in what is a brutal State Budget. The Board and staff have been lobbying…
The Nationals Member for Shepparton, Kim O’Keeffe, says the Andrews Labor Government’s recent budget has shown its contempt for the Shepparton District and Regional Victoria. The brutal State Budget has slashed millions in funding from key portfolio areas including health, roads, emergency services, agriculture and infrastructure. Ms O’Keeffe said the regional development budget has again…