Federal Politics

Labor commits funds to Conservation Corridor

Federal Labor will invest up to $2.5 million to support the Cumberland Conservation Corridor in a bid to protect the environment around Mulgoa Creek. The...

New support announced for businesses, individuals as lockdown extension looms

Help is coming to businesses and individuals doing it tough in lockdown.

“Regular guy” wants more freedom, less government

After running for the electorate of Chifley in the 2019 Federal Election, Joseph O’Connor has his sights set on winning Lindsay for the United Australia Party (UAP).

Federal Government announces major super changes

The Federal Government has locked in controversial changes to the superannuation system in Australia, with less generous tax breaks for anyone with above $3 million in super.

Labor concerned over TAFE cuts

Colyton resident Andrew Peach is a maintenance technician on trains, but says he can’t keep on top of his education with the increasing costs...

Polling booths close across Lindsay

Voting in the Federal Election has concluded with polling booths across Lindsay closing a short time ago. Votes are now starting to be counted with...

Lindsay MP Emma Husar taking “personal leave” as investigation continues

Embattled Lindsay MP Emma Husar is taking personal leave, effective immediately. It comes as an investigation into bullying and workplace misconduct in Ms Husar's Penrith...

Labor promises Jamison Park upgrade

Labor says it will invest $15 million to support local netball and deliver the Jamison Park Multi-Purpose Indoor Sport Centre. Labor Candidate for Lindsay, Diane...

Funding to clean up river

Federal Government delivers on election promise to improve river’s water quality.

Passion, pride and power: The making of Marise Payne

A westie at heart, Marise Payne continues to earn respect on the world stage.

Labor commits to building urgent care clinic in Lindsay

Labor makes major campaign promise in Lindsay.

Labor takes the axe to raft of local infrastructure projects

There's been a scathing response to the Federal Government's decision to axe funding to a host of major infrastructure projects in western Sydney.

Labor concerned over medicine prices

Colyton pharmacist Howard Mai fears a co-payment on prescription medicine will hit his customers, who are already struggling to afford medicine, very hard. “The situation...

Abbott’s PR plan will kill off Turnbull

On Monday morning, former Prime Minister Tony Abbott will front up for the second of his now fortnightly radio appearances on Ray Hadley’s 2GB...

Marise Payne named Foreign Minister

Western Sydney Senator Marise Payne has been appointed Australia's new Foreign Minister. It follows Julie Bishop's decision to stand down from the role following the...

When it comes to Bill Shorten, the devil is in the detail

Troy Dodds questions Labor's local commitments.

Gridlocked intersection gets makeover

Money well spent, says Penrith Mayor.

Greg Hunt checks in on mental health pledge, as Labor slams rising costs

Head to Health in Penrith has had its work highlighted as the Government checks in on its investments for the community in the lead-up to the Federal Election.

Labor accused of ignoring environment during election campaign

Labor has been accused of “abandoning” the environment in Lindsay as the election closes in.

Social media posts come back to haunt Labor candidate

Six-year-old Facebook posts are threatening to derail Labor in Lindsay just days before Bill Shorten launches the party's official campaign in Penrith. The posts by...