Federal Politics

Locals express frustration at NDIS roll-out

As the roll-out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) continues, a forum hosted by Member for Lindsay Emma Husar on Tuesday has highlighted...

Husar wants to stay as Lindsay MP

Lindsay MP Emma Husar will meet with Opposition Leader Bill Shorten this week in an attempt to save her political career. The Sunday Telegraph has...

Panthers on the Prowl scores election funding boost

Vital community organisation Panthers on the Prowl has received a $170,000 funding commitment from the Morrison Government to ensure their support for disadvantaged youth continues.

Minister says government is keeping great Aussie dream alive

Minister for Housing Michael Sukkar has visited Lindsay to talk up the Federal Government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.

GPs want fairer share as practice costs rise

Doctors launch new petition over Medicare rebate as practice costs soar

ALP to form government; Lindsay stays Liberal at Federal Election

The Coalition has lost government, with Anthony Albanese to become Prime Minister.

Western Weekender Podcast: Federal Election 2016

With the Federal Election just days away, Troy Dodds and Dale Drinkwater present a look at the Lindsay campaign and the candidates aiming for...

Husar renews call for paid domestic violence leave

Paid domestic and family violence leave should be implemented as a matter of urgency, according to Lindsay MP Emma Husar. Ms Husar, who is also...

Dangerous Cranebrook intersection to be upgraded, Federal Government confirms

A major upgrade of the notorious Andrews Road / Greygums Road intersection at Cranebrook will be complete within the next three months.

Lighting up the Great River Walk

Federal Election commitment to improve safety of Great River Walk to be fulfilled

Treasurer: Why Lindsay is safe in government’s hands

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg toured Lindsay today to talk up the Coalition ahead of a likely May election.

Keeping the dream alive: The battle to get young people into their own home

Housing affordability is a key focus of both major parties, but local home hunters say there are broader issues stopping them from getting into the housing market.

Melissa McIntosh endorsed as Liberal Candidate for Lindsay

Melissa McIntosh will fight her third straight Federal Election after being endorsed as the Liberal candidate for Lindsay for the next poll.

Labor to announce Nepean Hospital upgrade

Labor will this morning commit $88 million to the upgrade of Nepean Hospital. The announcement will be made during Bill Shorten's official campaign launch at...

Labor focuses on jobs of the future

Newly appointed Shadow Small Business Minister, Senator Katy Gallagher, has had her ear to the ground in Penrith, listening to what she calls the...

Husar: “My reputation will never recover”

Lindsay MP Emma Husar says she doubts her reputation will ever recover after what she says has been a smear campaign against her. The 38-year-old...

Labor matches Coalition promise to upgrade Dunheved Road

Labor will commit $63.5 million to upgrading Dunheved Road between Richmond Road and Werrington Road – mirroring an announcement made by the Coalition yesterday.

Weddings, footy crowds edge closer to return

National Cabinet met earlier today to discuss the further easing of restrictions.

Labor Lindsay candidate Trevor Ross launches campaign in Penrith

Labor candidate Trevor Ross has launched his campaign as he tries to wrestle Lindsay back for the party after just one term with the Coalition.

Labor promises $300 million for congestion busting road projects

Labor has promised some $300 million worth of western Sydney infrastructure - including funding it says will accelerate construction works on Dunheved Road.