The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has requested a commitment from the Minister for Health that the State Government will continue to fund the TrialHub program at Mildura Base Public Hospital. The TrialHub program is funded until June 2025, with the State Government yet to announce its plans for the program’s future. “TrialHub is…
Fresh concerns have been raised in state parliament about Labor’s handling of the Allan Government’s Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF). The ESVF, a newly doubled and rebranded version of the former Fire Services Property Levy, has sparked criticism for its lack of transparency. The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, said Labor’s decision to…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has worked on this project since the first day on the job, so the announcement that funding has been secured to install traffic lights at the Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street, Mildura intersection is a relief. The announcement comes following a series of recent incidents at the site,…
The Sporting Club Grants Program is now accepting applications for 2025, with The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, encouraging all local clubs to apply for funding. This year, much of the funding is focused on supporting volunteers and officials, with grants of up to $5,000 available for projects that enhance the skills and knowledge…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham is encouraging young locals to apply for grants to create youth-focus events under Youth Fest 2025. Grants of up to $2,000 are now open to schools, local councils and community organisations to team up with young people aged 12 to 25 to create events focused on young people.…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, recently completed a swim in every community pool within the Buloke Shire, which aimed to highlight the importance of retaining these important community assets. These pools, built following the 1956 Melbourne Olympics, are a cornerstone of our communities and are a place for social connection, recreation, and celebration.…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has questioned the Minister for Education on when the Koorlong Primary School will receive appropriate shade structures. The Koorlong Primary School is a bushfire-at-risk school, made so by the Koorlong State Forest surrounding its southern boundary. The school’s administration has, for the last five years applied for and…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, recently attended the Field & Game Australia Showcase at the Melbourne Gun Club, reaffirming her commitment to regional conservation and sustainability. The Showcase provided an opportunity for attendees to explore the deep connections between field and game sports and conservation. The event highlighted the role of hunting in…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is calling for immediate action to install traffic lights at the Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street intersection following yet another crash at the site. “This intersection has a long and concerning history of accidents, including two fatalities and multiple serious injuries since 2009,” Ms Benham said. “With traffic…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging all local cricket clubs to apply for the grants available under the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund (ACIF). The ACIF is funded by Cricket Victoria and Cricket Australia to support community cricket facility projects, with a focus on growing participation and promoting greater access for all Victorians.…