Rural Fire Service allocations
The Kyogle News November 01
Rural Fire Service allocations
I appreciate the support provided to the following Councils by
Minister Bob Debus for Rural Fire Services;
Kyogle $675,503
Richmond Valley $841,430
Tenterfield $582,259
Deregulation of the Dairy Industry
Last week in Parliament the report into the Dairy Deregulation
Impact and Assessment Committee was tabled. Anyone interested in requesting
a copy can do so by contacting my office.
Nurses Action
Nurses across the State went on strike last Thursday calling for
better pay and conditions. Thousands of nurses marched on Parliament
House in Sydney and rallies were held in many rural and regional areas.
I attended the rally, while Premier Carr and Health Minister, Craig Knowles,
refused to address the rally. The critical shortage of nurses in rural
communities is of utmost concern and is hampering the health system's
ability to provide adequate and suitable care to patients. The Carr
Government must immediately increase hospital funding to improve conditions
and give nurses a fair hearing on wage claims. Nurses should be properly
recognised for the wonderful work they do in our community.
Our Troops
May I express the Lismore electorate's best wishes and prayers for
our Army, Navy and Air Force personnel engaged in the war against
terrorism in Afghanistan. So far, Australians have watched the British
and United States forces carry the fight; however, the war impacts on
all of us as the Coalition Forces (including Australia) move into position
for the next phase. Our prayers are with them and their families as they
depart our shores.
Debits Tax
The debits tax will be abolished in NSW on January 1, 2002. The debits
tax is levied on every bank and credit account linked to cheque-drawing
facilities and is worth $315 million a year.
Reports and Awards
The following are available from my office upon request -
Review into Offices of the Protective Commissioner and Public Guardian.
Premier's Seniors Achievement Awards - These awards are to recognise
seniors for their contribution in the development of our community,
and for their leadership and initiative.
