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NSW Shadow Minster for Tourism says 'Stay and Rediscover' vouchers will arrive too late

Shadow Minister for Tourism David Harris has called on the NSW Premier to speed up the introduction of the tourism vouchers announced on Wednesday.

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New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet has been criticised by Labor for not implementing the “Stay and Rediscover Voucher Scheme” this year.

Mr Perrottet on Wednesday announced a $530 million tourism and event package which will give residents $50 tourism vouchers will be trialled at the end of the year, before they become functional in March 2022.

David Harris, the Shadow Minister for Jobs, Investment and Tourism, slammed the lethargic introduction of the vouchers.

“A $50 voucher in six months’ time isn’t exactly the stimulus tourism operators and accommodation providers were expecting. Tourism operators can’t afford to wait until next year for relief,” Mr Harris said in a statement.

Labor MP David Harris has slammed the NSW Premier for not having the $50 vouchers ready for November 1. Picture: Sue Graham

The vouchers revealed by Mr Perrottet follow his announcement last week that regional travel would be allowed from November 1, the date when Mr Harris says the vouchers are needed.

“The Government should have had these vouchers ready to go by November 1 when regional travel resumes and well ahead of the Christmas/New Year holiday period when families will be able to travel,” Mr Harris said.

“It can’t be a rerun of the Vaccine Certificate app, people’s livelihoods are at stake.”

When the Premier announced the vouchers he admitted the closure of international borders had made it “incredibly challenging” for tourism operators and business owners who rely on tourism.

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Mr Perrottet said the vouchers would bring tourism “back with a bang” adding the reason the vouchers were being delayed was to keep tourism booming after summer and into “shoulder season”.

“We know it's going to be a very bright summer after a very dark winter here in NSW and we want our tourism and accommodation sectors to thrive as we head into 2022,” he said.

A $60 million Aviation Attraction Fund has also been announced to encourage international airlines to reintroduce flights to Sydney.

“We are putting $60 million on the table… we want those flights back in the air, people back into Sydney,” Minister for Jobs, Investment and Tourism, Stuart Ayres, said.

Despite the announcements made by the NSW Government, Labor believes the $50 vouchers are not adequate, saying the amount falls short of the amounts given in other states where vouchers of up to $200 were offered.

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MEMBER for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh was named Shadow Minister for Tourism, Shadow Minister for Emergency Services and Shadow Minister for the North Coast by NSW Liberal leader Mark Speakman and NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders on Tuesday 9 May.

“I’m extremely honoured, and proud, to be Shadow Minister for Tourism, Shadow Minister for Emergency Services and Shadow Minister for the North Coast,” said Mr Singh.

“These are extremely important portfolios, and I will give them my all, but my priority will always be the people of the Coffs Harbour Electorate.

“For the residents of the North Coast, it’s important their interests are represented by someone who lives in, and has an intimate knowledge of, the issues and challenges facing our region.

“I look forward to having productive working relationships with our Labor Government counterparts to deliver the best outcomes for our local communities.

“I also look forward to working with my Nationals colleagues led by the new Leader of the Nationals, Dugald Saunders, and Deputy Leader of the Nationals, Bronnie Taylor.

“I also acknowledge the leadership and guidance of the former Nationals leader Paul Toole, who will continue to serve our party with distinction.

“We now look forward to getting on with the important task of holding the NSW Labor Government to account,” Mr Singh said.

In announcing the appointment, Mr Speakman said, ”Both in Parliament, and in every community across our state, our team will focus on the issues that matter to people, listen to the people of NSW and work constructively to develop solutions to improve the infrastructure, services and programs people rely on daily.

“From cost-of-living challenges and ever tighter family budgets, to housing affordability, reliable energy, local infrastructure needs and upholding integrity in government, we will ensure we’re focused on the people of NSW.

“We will be standing up for small business and backing them to grow and create jobs; advocating for policies that help families; and crafting policies that build stronger and more cohesive communities.”

NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said the excellent mix of experience and fresh faces would serve the Coalition well and give it the best chance at the next election.

“Our team will drive the policies that make a real impact on our regions and build the case for the necessary investment in our communities, delivering infrastructure and services our state needs.”

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Angus Taylor will take the key shadow treasury post in a 24-member shadow cabinet containing 10 women and six Nationals.

The lineup was announced by opposition leader Peter Dutton and Nationals leader David Littleproud on Sunday.

In a sign the opposition may consider throwing its weight behind nuclear power, Queensland Liberal Ted O'Brien, a supporter of nuclear energy, becomes shadow minister for climate change and energy.

O'Brien chaired a parliamentary inquiry into nuclear power and wrote in 2020: “Rather than being perpetually divisive, I believe nuclear technology has the capacity to unite Australians. It is a proposition that brings together progressives and conservatives within the Coalition.”

Julian Leeser, from NSW, is promoted from the backbench to shadow attorney-general and shadow minister for Indigenous Australians. This will give him a key role in the opposition’s response to the government’s planned referendum to enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

Leeser has had a long term interest and involvement in the Indigenous affairs area. He co-chaired with Labor’s Patrick Dodson a parliamentary inquiry on the constitutional recognition of Indigenous Australians where he was involved in the co-design process for a Voice to Parliament.

The Coalition has only one Indigenous member of the federal parliament, Jacinta Price, who will sit with the Nationals. Asked about her at his news conference, Dutton pointed out she had only just been elected, but signalled her likely future elevation.

The Nationals will have six members of the 24 member shadow cabinet – compared to five in the Morrison cabinet – reflecting their larger proportion of the Coalition, thanks to holding their seats and gaining a senator.

They have also seized back trade, a long term ambition, and a portfolio they had held in earlier times. Trade and tourism goes to NSW Nationals Kevin Hogan.

Littleproud, who chose his frontbenchers, has included in shadow cabinet Barnaby Joyce, whom he defeated for the leadership. Littleproud’s decision was presumably partly driven by his desire to keep the outspoken Joyce from making too much trouble. Joyce will be spokesman on veterans’ affairs.

Another former Nationals leader, Michael McCormack, is spokesman for international development and the Pacific in the outer shadow ministry.

Having 10 women matches the number in the Albanese 23-member cabinet.

Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley will be shadow minister for industry, skills and training, and for small and family business, as well shadow minister for women, where she will be charged with trying to win back the support of female voters who deserted the Coalition at the election.

A notable absence from the frontbench is former immigration minister Alex Hawke, a factional numbers man for Scott Morrison. Stuart Robert, another close ally of Morrison, has been demoted to the outer shadow ministry, becoming shadow assistant treasurer and shadow minister for financial services.

Morrison had indicated publicly he did not want a frontbench post. Colleagues do not expect him to serve out the full term.

Former Nationals resources minister Keith Pitt is off the frontbench. The shadow resources minister will be Queensland Nationals senator Susan McDonald.

Darren Chester, who ran for Nationals leader, remains on the backbench, to which Joyce consigned him last year.

Dutton prevailed on former foreign minister Marise Payne, who had not sought a frontbench position, to become shadow cabinet secretary.

Littleproud will continue in agriculture, an area he held in government.

Foreign Affairs goes to opposition Senate leader Simon Birmingham, where he will shadow his Senate opposite number, Foreign Minister Penny Wong. Birmingham is the leader of the diminished band of moderates in the Liberal party, after several fell to “teal” independents.

Former attorney-general and industrial relations minister Michaelia Cash becomes shadow minister for employment and workplace relations.

Karen Andrews will shadow her old area of home affairs, and also become shadow minister for child protection and the prevention of family violence.

Deputy Nationals leader Perin Davey takes water and emergency management.

Former trade minister Dan Tehan becomes shadow minister for immigration and citizenship.

Health and aged care goes to Anne Ruston, who in the election campaign was nominated by Morrison for the health portfolio if the government remained in office.

The Nationals leader in the Senate, Bridget McKenzie, will be shadow minister for infrastructure, transport and regional development.

Sarah Henderson – a one-time ABC journalist who has become a strong critic of the public broadcaster – will become shadow minister for communications.

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Michael Sukkar takes social services, the NDIS, housing and homelessness.

The environment shadow will be Jonathon Duniam, a senator from Tasmania.

Dutton said the opposition had “incredible depth of talent”. “I’m cognisant of trying to bring people through for an opportunity,” he said.

Littleproud said the Nationals team he brought forward was “about renewal and generational change”.

He was enthusiastic about getting trade back: “The trade portfolio has had a long and proud history with the Nationals, including with party greats John McEwen and Doug Anthony”.

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NSW Liberal Leader Mark Speakman and NSW Nationals Leader Paul Toole today announced the first tranche of shadow ministry appointments:

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  • Paul Toole as Shadow Minister for Police, Shadow Minister for Regional NSW and Leader of the NSW Nationals
  • Bronnie Taylor as Shadow Minister for Regional Health, Shadow Minister for Trade, Shadow Minister for Seniors and Deputy Leader of the NSW Nationals
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  • Sarah Mitchell as Shadow Minister for Education and Early Learning, Shadow Minister for Western NSW and Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council
  • Natalie Ward as Shadow Minister for Transport and Roads
  • Alister Henskens as Shadow Attorney General and Manager of Opposition Business in the Legislative Assembly
  • Matt Kean as Shadow Minister for Health

Mr Speakman said appointments in these key portfolios demonstrate the Coalition’s commitment to holding the Labor government to account and fighting for the interests of the people of NSW.

“We will continue to fight for NSW families and businesses, to ensure they have the economic settings and support to succeed and prosper, and weather the current cost-of-living challenges,” Mr Speakman said. “We will make sure that the Labor Government is held to account and doesn’t compromise our economic security to satisfy the demands of union bosses.”

NSW Nationals Leader Paul Toole said the Coalition will utilise our experience in government, our strong record of economic management and investment in infrastructure as well as service delivery, to ensure that NSW remains strong and prosperous.

“Our shadow ministers have the experience to deliver the ideas for a strong economy and job creation and support world-class health, education and transport.” 

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Business NSW has welcomed NSW Coalition Leader Mark Speakman and his newly announced shadow cabinet.

As the peak body representing almost 50,000 enterprises, Business NSW looks forward to working closely with the Coalition to ensure the state reaches its economic potential.

Business NSW CEO Daniel Hunter said the Liberals and Nationals have a strong record of reform which will serve them well as they seek to hold the Minns Government to account.

“The NSW Coalition showed during the last term of government that they were able to deliver critical infrastructure, reform stamp duty, support regional communities and protect businesses during tough times,” Mr Hunter said.

“I have no doubt that under Mark Speakman and Paul Toole, the Coalition will continue to advocate for business and ensure NSW remains the best place to start and grow a business.

“Business understands the need to tackle inflation and build a stronger economy and that’s why it is so critical that the NSW Parliament seeks to progress skills and tax reform, support business through the energy transition and build a productivity agenda.

“Helping businesses deal with rapidly increasing costs from 11 interest rate rises, the looming 8 per cent increase in workers’ compensation premiums, shocking energy cost increases and the state’s housing shortage are just some of the challenges the NSW Parliament must tackle as a matter of urgency.”   

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450 jobs for the Hunter as coal mine transforms into motor park and tourist resort

Published: 26 March 2024

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Rhonda Colliery mine will be transformed into a motor park and multi-tourism hotspot, following final stages of rehabilitation.

Once completed this will be Australia’s first dedicated recreation resort park for motoring enthusiasts, creating more than 450 jobs during construction and 229 permanent roles.

It is set to draw national and international attention to Lake Macquarie for its world-class high-speed circuit, driver training academy, Go Kart precinct and motoring resort facilities.

Mining is a temporary use of land and the NSW Government is committed to exploring new opportunities for post-mine land use which promotes new industries and encourages economic diversification.

With the relinquishment of the mining lease now being undertaken, handover to the Black Rock Motor Resort will soon take place.

Once operational, the Black Rock Motor Resort will feature:

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  • a driver training centre
  • go-kart racing
  • adventure-tourism experiences
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  • a short-term accommodation centre

The Rhondda Colliery rehabilitation has been facilitated under NSW's robust and comprehensive framework for mine rehabilitation. It enables the repurposing of former mining land to ensure it can continue to be used in productive ways that support communities, while ensuring residual risks from mining are actively managed with any new site development.

There are a number of other major projects in NSW currently being considered for post-mine land use, including as renewable energy hubs and for pumped hydro. These sites include Idemitsu’s Muswellbrook coal mine and Yancoal’s Stratford mine near Gloucester.

Rhondda Colliery commenced underground and open-cut mining activities in the late 1800s before ceasing operations in 1971.

The NSW Government is in the process of establishing regional Future Jobs and Investment Authorities to grow future jobs and industries in coal-producing regions.

Once set up, the four authorities in the Hunter, Central West, Illawarra and North West will work across government to identify solutions tailored to each region’s needs.

For more information on the rehabilitation works at Rhondda Colliery .

Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos said:

“With hundreds of new jobs and tens of millions of dollars of economic activity, this project is a once-in-a-generation opportunity.

“This project is an example of the convening power of government, as we bring together communities, councils and private enterprise to create hundreds of jobs and new opportunities for the region.

“Mining has long been a source of economic prosperity for NSW. As mines close, the government is  committed to ensuring sites are rehabilitated safely, and the land put to new and productive use for the local community.

Minister for the Hunter Yasmin Catley said:

“We know motorsport lovers will travel and spend their money when they know they’re getting the best.

“It’s fantastic to see Lake Macquarie step up and offer locals and visitors from across the country and overseas the best in motorsport and tourism.

We hear constantly about the need for tourism opportunities and adaptive reuse of rehabilitated mines. This is a smart, exciting example of both.”

Mayor of Lake Macquarie Council, Kay Fraser said:

“Black Rock Motor Resort demonstrates how we are laying the foundation in Lake Macquarie to embrace innovation, grow our economy and attract new investment.

“It is a pioneering example of adaptive reuse of mining land to support our economy into the future and provides a pathway for the transformation of other former mining and industrial sites.

“This project will see Lake Macquarie become home to Australia’s first dedicated recreation resort for motoring enthusiasts, providing an exciting new international tourism attraction for the city, region and state of NSW.

“Black Rock will support hundreds of jobs during construction and once operational, bringing in tens of millions of dollars each year in economic benefit to our region.”

Black Rock Motor Resort CEO and founder Tony Palmer said"

“Black Rock Motor Resort is proud to be pioneering the adaptive re-use of a former coal mine into an exciting, world-class adventure tourism destination.

“Black Rock Motor Resort will provide a range of motoring experiences including driver safety training for the young motorists of the region as well as exciting opportunities for the public to drive their own cars, or our cars, on the high-speed circuit.  

“I’d like to thank the NSW Government and Lake Macquarie City Council for supporting the vision to transform rehabilitated mining land into a valuable asset for the Lake Macquarie region and NSW.”

Yancoal CEO David Moult, said:

“I am extremely pleased with this outcome at Rhondda. We are delighted to have reached this significant milestone, relinquishing formerly mined land after an extensive and successful rehabilitation program.

“Yancoal wishes the new owners every success in realising their motor sport complex vision.

“Yancoal recognises that land rehabilitation and relinquishment is an important part of responsible mining. Ensuring that land can continue to be an asset for the benefit of local communities after mining has concluded will continue to be a key aspiration for Yancoal into the future.”

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NSW cashless gaming trial starts in Twin Towns Services Club at Tweed Heads

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The New South Wales government's expanded cashless gaming trial will be put to the test from today as the technology is rolled out at its first venue.

Twin Towns Services Club in Tweed Heads will trial the technology on all of its 596 gaming machines, making it the largest trial site in regional NSW. 

New South Wales Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris said the trial would roll out on 4,000 machines at 27 venues across the state over the next three weeks.

Mr Harris said data from the trial would be analysed by an independent gaming panel to inform the government's gaming road map later this year.

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"This will give us a real indication of how the public reacts with the technology and also what tweaks need to be made to ensure people's privacy and cybersecurity are protected," he said.

Mr Harris said the government was committed to implementing changes put forward by the independent gaming panel.

"We are absolutely committed to harm minimisation and [stopping] criminals operating within those venues," he said.

Mr Harris said Tweed Heads was chosen as ground zero for the trial because of its regional status, its location near the Queensland border, and its tourist numbers.

"It will give us some unique insights [into] how this will be rolled out across the whole state if successful," he said.

Pace of rollout criticised

Figures released by NSW Liquor and Gaming show punters lost more than $50 million playing poker machines in venues across the Tweed Shire in the first half of 2023.

NSW Opposition spokesperson for gaming Kevin Anderson said choosing a larger venue as the first regional site for the rollout did not disguise the slow pace of the government's plan. 

"They promised a big game on gambling reform and 12 months on we've got one club. It's nowhere near enough," he said.

Mr Anderson said a venue with hundreds of gaming machines would not paint an accurate picture of the effects the cashless gaming system could have on smaller venues. 

"The thing that concerns me is the financial impact that cashless will have on pubs and clubs," he said.

"What is the government doing to support those smaller clubs?

"Those smaller venues with 10 machines or less are just as important."

How it works

Ebet Gaming Systems chief executive Frank Makryllos said the trial would allow users to transfer money into a gaming account and use the system to transfer it to a gaming machine to play.

Mr Makryllos said the process required users to set limits before they started playing.

"You are able to put in daily limits, monthly limits, even a time limit," he said.

"The whole thing is about giving players the appropriate tools so they can manage their own play within their lifestyle and budgetary constraints."

Mr Makryllos said while the trial was voluntary, patrons at Twin Towns were being encouraged to sign up that required 100 points of ID and a face scan.

He said the ID system helped the technology target the problem of money laundering through pokie machines by matching the person to a bank account.

"We can make sure it is not a company bank account, that it is in your name, so we know that when funds are transferred we can directly attribute that to a consumer," he said.

Anti-gambling advocate sceptical

Anti-gambling organisation Kicking the Punt founder Ben Hamilton said he was sceptical of the trial and whether it would do anything to help problem gamblers.

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"It sounds like it's more about them being able to track spending and combat money laundering," Mr Hamilton said.

"I'd be interested to see how easy it is to change your daily limit.

"To me the whole trial just seems like a delay tactic to see how the industry will make its next move."

Mr Hamilton said the best way to address problem gambling was to establish a statewide digitised self-exclusion register that was legally mandated and enforceable by venues.

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  1. Whitsunday Coast Guardian: Shadow Tourism Minister on tour

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  2. Craig Cannonier Shadow Tourism Minister Congratulates BTA CEO

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  3. Shadow tourism minister David Crisafulli calls for June 20 border

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  4. McKay unveils new Shadow Ministry

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  5. National Holidays joined by shadow minister on tour return

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  6. Mark Miocevich VEEM Ltd Managing Director with The Hon Bob Baldwin MP

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COMMENTS

  1. Shadow Ministry

    Shadow Minister for Tourism ; Shadow Minister for Emergency Services ; Shadow Minister for the North Coast ; The Nationals Whip ; The Nationals member ; In his capacity as Member for Coffs Harbour: Phone (02) 6652 6500 Fax (02) 6652 7934 [email protected] LA Singh The Nationals Male false Sloane, Kellie

  2. The Hon. John GRAHAM, MLC

    Shadow Minister for Tourism and Major Events: 27 Nov 2018: 03 Jul 2019: 7 months 7 days : Member, Public Works Committee: 21 Mar 2018: 01 Mar 2019: ... He has worked as an advisor to state governments in NSW and Queensland, including working as the Deputy Chief of Staff to Premier Nathan Rees. He has also worked in the higher education sector ...

  3. Shadow Ministry of Chris Minns

    The Shadow Ministry of Chris Minns was the NSW Labor shadow cabinet from 2021 to 2023. It opposed the Berejiklian and Perrottet governments in the Parliament of New South Wales.It was led by Chris Minns following his election as leader of the party and NSW Leader of the Opposition on 4 June 2021. Other leadership positions including the deputy party leader, leader and deputy leader of the ...

  4. The Shadow Ministry

    The Shadow Ministry. Officially, only the Leader and Deputy-Leader of the Opposition are recognised parliamentary positions, but in recent decades the major opposition party or coalition of parties has adopted the practice of establishing a "Shadow Ministry". In a manner similar to that in which Ministers are selected (though without official ...

  5. Shadow ministry of Mark Speakman

    The Shadow ministry of Mark Speakman is the Coalition shadow cabinet since April 2023. It is the opposition to the Minns government in the Parliament of New South Wales and currently led by Mark Speakman following his election as leader of the party and NSW Leader of the Opposition following a leadership election on 21 April 2023. [1] [2]

  6. NSW Shadow Minster for Tourism says Stay and Rediscover vouchers aren't

    Shadow Minister for Tourism David Harris has called on the NSW Premier to speed up the introduction of the tourism vouchers announced on Wednesday. Jack Mahony Digital Reporter less than 2 min read

  7. New faces, more women in NSW coalition shadow ministry

    New faces, more women in NSW coalition shadow ministry. By Luke Costin. Updated May 8 2023 - 11:21pm, first published 11:16pm. Members are sworn in to the Legislative Council at NSW Parliament in ...

  8. Gurmesh Singh receives multiple Shadow Ministry appointments

    by News Of The Area - Modern Media - May 12, 2023. Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh has been appointed Shadow Minister for Tourism, Shadow Minister for Emergency Services and Shadow Minister for the North Coast, seen here at the NSW State Road Crash Rescue Challenge on Friday 5 May.

  9. Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism

    Shadow Ministers; Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism. The Hon. Kevin Hogan MP. Last updated: 28 June 2022. Quick feedback. Let us know what you think of this page. Your ideas and feedback are encouraged and will be used to help us prioritise design fixes and new features.

  10. Kevin Hogan MP

    Friday, 23th February 2024 Activists targeting our red meat industry. Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism, the Hon Kevin Hogan MP has called on the Labor government to back our farmers and red meat industry. ... NSW, 2480 Phone: (02) 6621 4044 Fax: (02) 6621 4255. GRAFTON ELECTORATE OFFICE 1/83A Prince St, Grafton, NSW, 2460 Phone: (02) 6643 ...

  11. View from The Hill: Ten women in shadow cabinet, and Nationals grab

    Julian Leeser, from NSW, is promoted from the backbench to shadow attorney-general and shadow minister for Indigenous Australians. This will give him a key role in the opposition's response to ...

  12. Federal Member for Page Appointed Shadow Minister for Trade & Tourism

    Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan has been given his first senior portfolio in Peter Dutton's new Shadow Cabinet. He'll serve as the Shadow Minister for Trade and Tourism, as well as Deputy Manager of Opposition Business, in the House of Representatives.

  13. Shadow Ministry

    Shadow Ministry. 18 February 2019 - 2 June 2019. Leader of the Opposition. Shadow Minister for Indigenous Affairs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Hon Bill Shorten MP. Deputy Leader of the Opposition. Shadow Minister for Education and Training. Shadow Minister for Women.

  14. Kevin Hogan to become shadow minister for trade and tourism

    Page MP Kevin Hogan to become shadow minister for trade and tourism. One of only two government MP's to earn a swing towards them at the last election has been given his first senior portfolio ...

  15. Shadow Ministry of Jodi McKay

    The Shadow Ministry of Jodi McKay was the Labor opposition from July 2019 to May 2021, opposing the Berejiklian government in the Parliament of New South Wales.It was led by Jodi McKay following her election as leader of the party and NSW Leader of the Opposition on 29 June 2019. The shadow ministry was announced on 3 July 2019. The shadow cabinet was made up of 27 members of the NSW Labor caucus.

  16. Shadow Ministry

    Shadow Special Minister of State. Senator the Hon Jane Hume. Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians. Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price. Shadow Minister for Resources. Shadow Minister for Northern Australia. Senator Susan McDonald. Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Energy. Ted O'Brien MP.

  17. The Hon. David Robert HARRIS, MP

    Member of the NSW Legislative Assembly: 28 Mar 2015: Prior Positions. Position Start End Period Notes; Shadow Minister for Jobs, Investment and Tourism: 12 Jun 2021: 28 Mar 2023: 1 year 9 months 17 days : Shadow Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty: 03 Jul 2019: ... Shadow Minister for the Central Coast: 09 Apr 2015: 28 Mar 2023:

  18. Shadow Cabinet

    Josh Teague MP. Shadow Attorney-General. Shadow Minister for Aboriginal Affairs. Shadow Minister for Child Protection. Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence. (Also responsible for Consumer and Business Affairs and Youth Justice) Member for Heysen. Read More ›.

  19. Shadow ministry of Peter Dutton

    The shadow ministry of Peter Dutton is the current shadow cabinet of Australia since 5 June 2022, serving in opposition to the Albanese government.The shadow ministry is the Opposition's alternative to the Albanese ministry, which was sworn in on 1 June 2022.. The shadow ministry was appointed by Peter Dutton following his election as Leader of the Liberal Party and Leader of the Opposition on ...

  20. Liberals and Nationals Announce First Tranche of Shadow Ministry

    3 May 2023. Share this. NSW Liberal Leader Mark Speakman and NSW Nationals Leader Paul Toole today announced the first tranche of shadow ministry appointments: Mark Speakman as Opposition Leader and Leader of the Liberals. Paul Toole as Shadow Minister for Police, Shadow Minister for Regional NSW and Leader of the NSW Nationals.

  21. Business Nsw Welcomes Shadow Ministry

    As the peak body representing almost 50,000 enterprises, Business NSW looks forward to working closely with the Coalition to ensure the state reaches its economic potential. Business NSW CEO Daniel Hunter said the Liberals and Nationals have a strong record of reform which will serve them well as they seek to hold the Minns Government to account.

  22. Parliament updates: NSW government makes push for federal school

    Finance Minister Katy Gallagher launches an attack on the Coalition in the Senate over its support of the Greens moving to delay changes to Australia's immigration law.

  23. Ministers

    In her capacity as Deputy Premier, Minister for Education and Early Learning, and Minister for Western Sydney: Phone (02) 7225 6010. Contact the Deputy Premier. In her capacity as Member for Londonderry: Phone (02) 9833 1122. Fax (02) 9623 1185. [email protected]. Sharpe, Penny.

  24. The Hon. George SOURIS, BEc, DipFMgt, FAIM, FCPA (1949

    Shadow Minister for Hospitality and Tourism, Racing and Major Events: 28 Dec 2008: 28 Mar 2011: 2 years 3 months 1 day : Member, Staysafe (Joint Standing Committee on Road Safety) 21 Jun 2007: ... Member of the NSW Legislative Assembly: 19 Mar 1988: 06 Mar 2015: 26 years 11 months 16 days :

  25. Administrative Arrangements (Public Service agencies and Ministers

    2 Ministers to whom Public Service agencies responsible Each of the following Public Service agencies is responsible to the Minister or Ministers specified in relation to that agency— Public Service agency Minister Crown Solicitor's Office Attorney General Fire and Rescue NSW Minister for Emergency Services

  26. NSW minister's challenge to federal Labor colleagues: double housing

    NSW minister's challenge to federal Labor colleagues: double housing fund, review negative gearing By Jason Whittaker Posted Mon 25 Mar 2024 at 2:01pm Monday 25 Mar 2024 at 2:01pm Mon 25 Mar 2024 ...

  27. 450 jobs for the Hunter as coal mine transforms into ...

    Rhonda Colliery mine will be transformed into a motor park and multi-tourism hotspot, following final stages of rehabilitation. Once completed this will be Australia's first dedicated recreation resort park for motoring enthusiasts, creating more than 450 jobs during construction and 229 permanent roles.

  28. Jetstar Asia announces direct flights from Broome to Singapore

    Flights from Broome to Singapore through Silk Air were previously launched in 2018, at a time when the state's tourism industry had experienced a drop in spending from overseas visitors.

  29. NSW cashless gaming trial starts in Twin Towns Services Club at Tweed

    Twin Towns Services Club in Tweed Heads will trial the technology on all of its 596 gaming machines, making it the largest trial site in regional NSW. New South Wales Minister for Gaming and ...