Posted in Media on Tuesday, 14 February, 2012
The Nationals Federal Member for Mallee John Forrest said the decision by the Gillard Government to make private health insurance more expensive was a direct attack on his constituents and threatened public hospital overload in western Victoria. “The legislation to means-test the private health ins... more
Posted in Media on Thursday, 9 February, 2012
The Nationals Senator Bridget McKenzie and Member for Mallee John Forrest have welcomed Federal Government support of Act of Grace eligibility for farm exit grant farmers who exchanged property sale contracts prior to 10 August 2011. Mr Forrest seconded the origi... more
Posted in Media on Tuesday, 7 February, 2012
The 2012 Safer Internet Day today serves as a reminder that more work needs to be done by parents, carers, teachers and regulators to better protect children and young people from the dangers of the internet. “Many teachers, parents and carers are struggling to keep up with the changing nature of t... more
Posted in Media on Monday, 6 February, 2012
Sunraysia and Robinvale residents are urged to attend a Murray Darling Basin Plan public meeting at Mildura Settlers in 8th Street this Friday 10 February at 2pm. The Nationals Victorian Senator Bridget McKenzie and Member for Mallee John Forrest said elements of the plan that could have adverse im... more
Posted in Media on Tuesday, 17 January, 2012
Today, we celebrate our land, our people, our diversity, our cultures, our freedom and democracy, and our belief in a fair go for all. These qualities built our nation and endowed us with great purpose, a work ethic and a desire to make things even better for future generations.&nbs... more
Posted in Media on Monday, 19 December, 2011
The announcement that the Seasonal Workers Program for the Pacific Region and East Timor will become permanent from July 2012 has been welcomed by Federal Member for Mallee, John Forrest “The announcement made yesterday recognises the success of the Pacific Seasonal Workers Pilot Program, a... more
Posted in Media on Friday, 2 December, 2011
The Nationals Federal Member for Mallee John Forrest says International Volunteer Day on Monday is an opportunity to thank all volunteers for their ongoing contribution and achievement.“Volunteers are the glue that holds our communities together, and the valuable contribution they make to ou... more
The Nationals Federal Member for Mallee John Forrest has welcomed International Day of People with Disability 2011 as a chance to promote Australia’s proposed National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).“International Day of People with Disability is celebrated globally on the 3 Decemb... more
The Nationals Federal Member for Mallee John Forrest says it is not too late to make a submission to the Regional Telecommunications Independent Review.He said phone and internet users throughout regional and rural Australia including Mallee Electorate can make submissions on the quality and issues ... more
Posted in Media on Thursday, 1 December, 2011
Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, a man whose life and example established a set of values which remain today as the foundations for a good life and consideration of others. In this context, Australia is truly a lucky country and while many have experie... more
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