Member for Mildura, Jade Benham is pleased to announce that as of November 1 Victorian residents can participate in the Container Deposit Scheme. With confirmed locations in Mildura being Around Again and Exchange Depot. Robinvale residents will also be able to take their containers to J&J’s Trash and Treasure. Most aluminium, glass, plastic and liquid…
The Liberals and Nationals have introduced a bill into State Parliament to stop Labor’s unfair Health Tax. Recently, the State Revenue Office (SRO) began issuing notices to medical practices classifying tenanted doctors (General Practitioners), dentists, physiotherapists and other allied health practitioners as employees, rather than contractors, for the purposes of payroll tax. Labor’s General Practitioner…
Victorian communities are set to suffer even more pain and hardship with the divisive and destructive Water Amendment Bill passing the House of Representatives in Canberra. In a Federal vote, Labor, Greens and a regional independent voted to support the Albanese Government’s destructive buyback bill. The bill passed the House with the support of 22 Labor…
The Victorian Parliament’s Integrity and Oversight Committee is seeking submissions to an inquiry into freedom of information laws in the state. IOC Committee Member, Jade Benham is inviting submissions to be made from members of the public by 15 January 2024. The Committee will examine a range of issues, including: the effectiveness of the Freedom…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, completed the Nike Half Marathon raising funds for Children Having an Illness Living in Sunraysia (C.H.A.I.L.I.S). “Running isn’t my thing, but raising awareness and fundraising for a good cause, that’s something I am passionate about,” said Ms Benham “We raised an amazing $1,200 that will be able to…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has thanked the Mildura Rural City Council and Buloke Shire after participating in the crucial flood inquiry in addressing the recent flooding challenges faced by regional areas. “They have provided valuable information on what happened during the 2022/23 floods, how the communities were affected and what could be…
Member for Mildura, Jade Benham is encouraging local families and sporting organisations to make the most of the latest round of the Get Active Kids Voucher Program. “This Program will support children and families with the cost of participating and playing local sport,” said Ms Benham. Through the program, eligible families can apply for vouchers…
The Nationals have secured a commitment that the Victorian Labor Government will continue to oppose water buybacks by the Federal Government. Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, along with her Victorian Nationals colleagues across regional Victoria have successfully advocated for the Victorian Government to continue to oppose water buybacks. The Minister confirmed that the Victorian…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local men’s sheds to get their applications in for Men’s Shed Funding Program 2023-24. The program provides grants of up to $100,000 for men’s sheds to build or improve facilities. “Men’s Sheds create safe and inclusive spaces where men can come together, foster social connections, and…
Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, welcomes all children age 4-11 to enter her 2023 Christmas Card Competition. Open to all Children in the Mildura electorate winning designs will be used for the annual Christmas card distribution. “I encourage the design to relate to our region whether it be a local farm, community group, weather…
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