May 30, 2024 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says changes to the Pacific Australia Labor Mobility Scheme (PALM) were ‘a victory for common sense’ after months of uncertainty created by the Albanese Government. Mr Chester said farming representative bodies, industry...
Aug 3, 2023 | Latest News
Australians will face higher prices for fresh salads and vegetables if the Federal Government pushes ahead with changes to a popular foreign workers program. Member for Gippsland Darren Chester and industry leaders have warned the Albanese Government that...
Jun 16, 2023 | Building Community Infrastructure, Latest News
The major redevelopment of Gippsland’s most significant irrigation system is nearing completion with Federal MP Darren Chester pleased that work is progressing well on phase two of the Macalister Irrigation District modernisation project. Mr Chester said the $160...
Jul 14, 2022 | Latest News, Working With Farmers, Working with Primary Producers
The outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Indonesia demands further action to protect Australia’s livestock industry, according to local MP Darren Chester. The Federal Member for Gippsland has written to the Agriculture Minister Murray Watt backing industry...
Aug 23, 2021 | Latest News, Working with Primary Producers
Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has welcomed the introduction of the Australian Agriculture Visa to help address workforce shortages and ensure local goods make it to market. Mr Chester said the visa was important for security of supply and agricultural production...
