Dear Sir, I was fortunate to attend the recent Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph, and what a day it was! Nothing brings a community together quite like a major event, and the community spirit was alive for all to see. With huge crowds and vanilla slices for miles, it was a day that offered something…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has slammed the Allan Labor Government for failing to deliver free period product vending machines to the Mildura electorate, saying it is yet another example of regional women being ignored. “Outside of public schools, not a single vending machine has been installed in the Mildura electorate,” Ms Benham…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local community groups, organisations and event organisers to apply for grants through the Pride Events and Festivals Fund, which supports events that celebrate LGBTIQA+ pride, visibility and inclusion. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for smaller events and up to $25,000 for larger festivals. Eligible…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging community groups, sporting clubs, cultural organisations, and not-for-profits in the region to apply for VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities grants. The grant program supports projects that build stronger social connections, increase physical activity, and improve access to healthy and affordable food. “These grants are a fantastic opportunity…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging locals to take advantage of the latest round of the Power Saving Bonus. The $100 payment is now available to all eligible households, including those who received the bonus in previous rounds. “Families, pensioners and small businesses are dealing with continued power price hikes, so I…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging locals to nominate hardworking individuals and organisations for the 2025 Multicultural Awards for Excellence. The awards honour those who promote inclusion, strengthen community connections, and help build a fair and welcoming Victoria for all. The awards are open to both paid and voluntary contributions, with winners…
Dear Sir, I was delighted to welcome local student, Blake Lee, to Parliament House recently. Blake is participating in the Parliament of Victoria’s youth writing program, Parliament Express, and interviewed me on how communities can contribute to legislative change, particularly in relation to renewable energy projects. We also discussed how I bring the voices of…
Dear Sir, In the wake of National Landcare Week, I want to acknowledge the many Landcare volunteers and facilitators in our region who dedicate their time and skills to restoring and enhancing our environment. Landcare is an outstanding program that allows local communities to improve ecosystems and protect biodiversity. From tree planting and weed and…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has joined scholarship recipients Hannah Saunders and Rhiannon Jack in successfully completing the Kokoda Trail, marking the end of a profound journey honouring Australia’s wartime history and the enduring values of courage, mateship, endurance, and sacrifice. The trio returned from Papua New Guinea this week after trekking the…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has condemned the Allan Labor Government’s failure to address serious and ongoing issues within Victoria’s childcare sector, saying children are being placed at risk while families are left in the dark. Ms Benham said repeated warnings have been ignored and critical safety concerns remain unresolved, with alarming figures…