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GIPPSLAND BUSHFIRES 2014

February 24, 2014 Mr CHESTER (Gippsland—Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Defence) (17:41): I appreciate the opportunity to join the debate this evening to provide an update to the House in relation to the bushfires which have impacted the Gippsland region...

DEFENCE MINISTER OPENS NEW AIR SIMULATION FACILITIES

February 20, 2014 New air simulation facilities that support flying training at the East Sale RAAF Base have been officially opened today by Federal Defence Minister, Senator David Johnston. Mr Johnston was joined by his portfolio Parliamentary Secretary, Federal...

LATROBE VALLEY MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT SERVICES BOOSTED

February 18, 2014 MIND Australia will work to address severe and persistent mental health issues in the Latrobe Valley with the support of the Federal Government. The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester in conjunction with Gippsland Medicare Local today...

SAD DAY FOR PORT ALBERT: CHESTER

February 18, 2014 Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said he was saddened to learn of the Port Albert Hotel being destroyed by fire last night. “The old pub was an important part of our region’s heritage and a genuine tourism drawcard for Port Albert,” Mr...