Feb 26, 2018 | Latest News
I welcome the election of Michael McCormack as Leader of The Nationals. Michael has a proven track record as a fighter for regional Australia in his role as Member for Riverina and various Ministerial responsibilities. His determination, professionalism and work ethic...
Feb 20, 2018 | Latest News
The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has challenged runners to race him in a five kilometre charity fun run to raise money for the restoration of the Sale Water Tower. Mr Chester will donate $2 to the restoration project for each person who finishes ahead...
Feb 16, 2018 | In Parliament, Latest Speeches
Mr CHESTER (Gippsland) (11:51): I rise to highlight ongoing concerns with the number of deaths and serious injuries on our roads. I refer to the recent report of the Australian Automobile Association which found that road trauma costs the Australian economy in the...
Feb 16, 2018 | Latest News
A landmark agreement has been reached to recognise the unique skill set of regional doctors and promote the career path as a specialty. Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said a national framework for rural generalist as a medical specialty would be developed...
Feb 15, 2018 | Latest News, Working with Primary Producers
New rules will require farmers to advertise their property to locals before it is sold to foreign investors. The Federal Government will require farm land be marketed to Australian bidders for a minimum of 30 days and provide the opportunity for Australians to...
