Federal Politics
“I fight the system and the system fights me”, says Lindsay candidate
What we’ve got right now in the electorate of Lindsay is ‘dirty politics’ according to far right political activist and Australia First Party (AFP)...
War of words erupts over education
The Federal Government has denied it is cutting funding to education, claiming Labor is using misleading figures in its criticism of the recent Budget.
Teachers...
Labor shock: Beamer in frame for Lindsay
Former State Mulgoa MP Diane Beamer is set to make a political comeback with Labor on the verge of confirming she will be their...
Labor promises $500,000 to Lifeline
The Opposition promises more funding for Australia's 24-hour support and suicide prevention service.
Minister in Penrith to launch new program to help hotels become more energy efficient
New program will help hotels and motels become more energy efficient.
Greens hoping to build on 2019 swing in Lindsay
Pieter-Joris Morssink thinks that it’s time for “practical and progressive politics” in Lindsay.
Melissa McIntosh to serve as Shadow Assistant Minister
Federal Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh will serve as Shadow Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's Shadow Cabinet.
Prime Minister takes train to Penrith
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has made his first visit to Lindsay since becoming Prime Minister last month.
Mr Turnbull caught a train to Penrith with...
Tench Reserve makeover announced by Liberals
Tench Reserve will be transformed into a brand new recreational precinct if the Liberal Party win government on Saturday.
$5 million will facilitate the upgrade...
Why Turnbull should stay in top job
The only thing as certain as Winx winning her 25th straight race on Saturday was Malcolm Turnbull’s 30th consecutive Newspoll defeat on Monday.
But here’s...
Prime Minister to call election tomorrow
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will announce tomorrow morning that Australia is headed to the polls on May 18.
Multiple sources are now confirming that Mr...
Indigenous Affairs Minister says hearing direct from communities is critical to solving issues
Almost half a million dollars in funding will be allocated in Lindsay to a program that aims to improve life outcomes for Indigenous people in the local area.
Challenges and opportunities ahead for NDIS post-COVID
The Federal Minister in charge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has heard firsthand accounts from the front line about the challenges confronting the system and its workers.
Tax overhaul a primary focus for Liberal Democrats
After a challenging few years Gareth McClure wants to bring back an optimistic future for the people in the electorate of Lindsay.
Dutton backs McIntosh to be Lindsay candidate at next election
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has visited Jamisontown today, speaking for the first time about a looming pre-selection battle in Lindsay.
Pain for voters at Penrith pre-polling
"Australians can start pre-poll voting in the 2016 Federal Election, but not if you have a disability," according to local man David Currie.
Mr Currie...
Nepean Hospital patients grounded
High rise developments surrounding Nepean Hospital have caused the suspension of urgent life saving helicopter transfers to and from the already struggling hospital.
Nepean Hospital...
Husar cleared of most serious allegations
An internal Labor Party investigation has found there is no basis for Emma Husar to resign from Parliament.
John Whelan's report has been finalised today...
Labor promises fuel pipeline to airport
Labor has promised $71 million to build a fuel pipeline to the new Western Sydney Airport to avoid the need for trucks to cart...
Government may extend Telehealth beyond September
The Federal Government may continue subsidised Telehealth services that are due to end in September.
