I would like acknowledge and express gratitude towards the brave volunteers who selflessly respond to emergencies and work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of their communities. In times of unpredictable and challenging weather conditions, such as that seen in Robinvale, their dedication becomes even more crucial. The power outages and bush fire in…
Common sense has prevailed in a win for thousands of duck harvesters throughout Victoria. A biased and stacked Inquiry which recommended the end of duck harvesting was a sham and the Liberals and Nationals strongly support the practice continuing. Labor, the Greens and the Animal Justice Party members involved in the Inquiry into Victoria’s Recreational…
The deplorable state of roads will be back on the agenda when State Parliament resumes in February. Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, said it was alarming the number of road warning and traffic hazard signs that had been situated on our roadsides for an extended period of time, without repairs being done. “What is…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, has issued a warning to the community about a concerning trend where businesses and food producers are receiving questionable invoices from the State Revenue Office (SRO). While not a scam, these invoices are seen as a cash grab by the Labor Government, highlighting their mismanagement of the State’s…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor, I am writing to express my deep disappointment regarding the recent decision made by the Swan Hill Rural City Councillors on December 19, 2023, to decline an invitation for the Mayor to attend the 40th Anniversary of the Sister City relationship with Robinvale and Villers Bretonneux. This decision has…
Member for Mildura, Jade Benham is applauding the Mildura region for becoming the state leaders in the Container Deposit Scheme collection. Regional Victorians continue to step up to the challenge in impressive numbers, with Mildura leading the state in container returns having returned over 4.1 million containers since the scheme began on November 1. With…
The Liberals and Nationals have stepped up their support for the pork industry, which is under siege from the Allan Labor Government. If you enjoyed your traditional Christmas lunch, the bad news is Premier Jacinta Allan is now coming after your ham. Labor has launched its ham-fisted “Inquiry into pig welfare in Victoria” – and…
The Mallee’s Living Histories launched their fifth edition this week. Jade Benham, Member for Mildura was honoured to be able to open the book launch and provide a foreword for the latest addition to the series. The Mallee’s Living History series started as an opportunity to give residents at Princes Court retirement village in Mildura…
Member for Mildura, Jade Benham joined the tour, led by Deputy Leader of The Nationals and Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Emma Kealy, and Shadow Minister for Water, Tim McCurdy, to speak with food producers and stakeholders to discuss the already tangible impacts felt across Victorian communities. Farming communities in Northern Victoria are on the brink…
“It was my pleasure to be a part of the 2023 annual awards night for the Mildura SES Unit the evening was a remarkable moment as we gathered to recognise the dedication and hard work of our amazing team,” said Ms Benham. I’d like to congratulate: 5 Year Service Award – Brenden Mackinnon, Michael…