Federal Politics
Health records go online
Penrith has been selected to trial a new way of keeping health records.
My Health Record was launched last Friday and up to 360,000 residents...
In Their Own Words: Candidates make final pitch to voters
Ahead of Federal Election day this Saturday, the Weekender asked all seven Lindsay candidates to give one final pitch to voters.
The old tricks won’t pass muster this election campaign
If the last few weeks of this ‘election campaign that’s not an election campaign’ has proven anything, it’s that both major parties will need to adjust to a new way of campaigning in 2022, particularly in the shadow of COVID.
Bill’s gaffe not a gaffe at all
So Bill Shorten is sexist, living in the last century and has no idea how the modern family works.
At least that's how some want to...
Turnbull declares Lindsay a must-win seat
“If we hold this seat, then we will be returned to Government.”
With those words, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull confirmed Lindsay as the seat that...
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...
Scott endorsed to contest Lindsay
Fiona Scott has been endorsed to recontest the seat of Lindsay for the Liberal Party at this year's Federal Election.
Ms Scott first contested Lindsay...
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.
Labor promises Dukes Oval upgrade
An amenities upgrade for Dukes Oval in Emu Plains could be on the cards, as part of a $500,000 promise by Labor.
The announcement comes...
Labor to launch campaign in Penrith
Labor has announced it will officially launch its election campaign in Penrith next month, saying the city has become "like the Bermuda Triangle" for...
Calls for more consultation on airport
Renewed calls for community consultation on the future of Western Sydney Airport have been aired amid concerns residents are not being properly informed of...
When all is said and done, ScoMo’s 60 Minutes interview achieved its purpose
It was very much mission accomplished for team Morrison.
Election win for Luke Priddis Foundation as major parties commit to digital hub funding
Every year kids are getting more and more tech savvy. This is no different for those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with many...
You can almost hear the train coming
The Federal Government has committed millions to the design of rail around the future western Sydney airport, a decade before it’s set to open.
Released in the Federal Budget...
Dutton talks defence during pre-election visit to Lindsay
With a war in Ukraine and growing Chinese aggression, the Morrison Government is focusing on developing a more capable military force to defend Australia.
Labor commits to building urgent care clinic in Lindsay
Labor makes major campaign promise in Lindsay.
Morrison announces election sweetener for first home buyers
First home buyers are set for a significant leg up with a new initiative from the Coalition to slash the size of a home loan deposit.
Husar blasts eastern suburbs “elites” as airport debate intensifies
Lindsay MP Emma Husar has re-opened the east versus west debate in a scathing opinion piece in which she says "eastern elites" continue to...
PM talks up housing affordability measures during Penrith visit
Housing affordability was the topic of discussion when Prime Minister Scott Morrison visited Penrith earlier today.
Husar responds: I’ll keep fighting for Lindsay
Lindsay MP Emma Husar has described many of the claims made about her in the past week as "lies" as she responds to an...
