The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local community groups to apply for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Tiny Towns Fund. Round 3 of the program is now open, offering grants between $5,000 and $50,000 for projects that boost tourism, improve liveability, and strengthen community pride in towns with fewer than…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has called out the the Allan Labor Government’s misplaced priorities, saying they are putting the future of Victoria’s Neighbourhood Houses at risk. During a recent visit to Mildura Community House, Ms Benham met with staff and toured the facilities, learning more about the range of services and support…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has criticised the Planning Amendment (Better Decisions Made Faster) Bill 2025 in Parliament, warning it risks leaving rural communities further overlooked in decisions that directly affect them. Ms Benham spoke of the many implications of the amendments to Victoria’s currently inadequate planning laws. “The planning schemes and these…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has raised serious concerns in Parliament about the Labour Hire Legislation Amendment (Licensing) Bill 2025, warning that it could have unintended consequences for food producers across Victoria. “This Bill may be aimed at addressing issues within the CFMEU on taxpayer-funded worksites, but it creates significant new challenges for…