The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham recently participated in the Sunraysia Lifeline Project ride. The highly successful event raised over $16,000 for mental health services while uniting the community in a shared commitment to mental health and wellbeing. Traveling from Bunnings Mildura to The Patchewollock Pub, the ride brought together 120 dedicated attendees whose…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura has asked the Minister for Health to commit to funding Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Community Transport program beyond 30 June this year. The volunteer-led RFDS Community Transport program plays a critical role in supporting community members aged over 65, providing them with transport from home to healthcare services. Without…
Crime stats highlight Labor’s failure to keep communities safe Recently released Crime Statistics Agency data comes as no surprise to Victorians – crime rates are on the rise. Across the state, crime has surged by 16 per cent in the past year and 19 per cent since Jacinta Allan became Premier. Theft from motor vehicles…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura is encouraging local volunteer groups to apply for Victorian Landcare Grants. The 2025 Victorian Landcare Grants aim to improve local parks, waterways and reserves so Victorians can continue to experience the best of our great outdoors. It allows community groups to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors while learning about…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has called on the Minister for Health, Mary-Anne Thomas to provide an explanation for the increasing delays in reimbursements under the Victorian Patient Transport Assistance Scheme (VPTAS). Ms Benham asked the Minister to explain why it is taking in excess of five months for forms to be settled…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham has called on the Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Melissa Horne, to explain apparent inadequacies within the Vic Roads Vehicle Identity Validation (VIV) process. Ms Benham has asked the Minister to confirm the number of people in Victoria who are qualified to perform VIV inspections and whether…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has taken a stand on the increasing public health wait times in regional Victoria, raising the issue directly with Minister for Health, Mary-Anne Thomas, through a Question on Notice. The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has called on the Minister explain the reasons behind the increasing wait…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura is encouraging young residents to apply for Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants. Grants of up to $5,000 are available and aim to get young people out in nature to care for and learn about Victoria’s environment. Local primary and secondary schools, Scouts and Girl Guides, childcare centres, youth groups and…
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…