The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad has backed calls for an inquiry into alleged CFMEU corruption despite the idea being voted down by Labor, the Greens and the Legalise Cannabis Party in the Upper House this week. Ms Broad was disturbed to hear reports of CFMEU issues in Bendigo dating back years and…
A damning report from the major flood inquiry has exposed a series of gross failures by the Labor Government, the Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad said today. Ms Broad was a member of the committee that conducted the inquiry and heard first-hand the many distressing stories of people affected by the 2022 floods.…
A petition calling for support to restore the JB Osborne Theatre in Kangaroo Flat has been tabled in Parliament. The petition was initiated by the Kangaroo Flat Community Enterprise (KFCE), and The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad sponsored the petition in Parliament. “The petition has gathered more than 1000 signatures, reflecting strong support…
A health forum held in Bendigo today has revealed some of the disturbing personal stories behind the unfolding health crisis in the region. The forum was hosted by the Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad and Deputy Leader of the Nationals and Shadow Minister for Mental Health Emma Kealy. Ms Broad said she was…
Dear Editor I write to congratulate the team and huge number of volunteers that contributed to the success of the Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo last weekend. The show was a credit to CEO Margot Falconer and her team, and President of the Australian Sheep Breeders Association Peter English and the committee. It…
Dear Editor The Allan Labor Government has enabled corruption and union misconduct to run rampant on ‘Big Build’ construction sites funded by Victorian taxpayers. The CFMEU is one of the largest donors to the Victorian Labor Party, and directly influences Labor party policy, pre-selections and internal party appointments. As Minister, Jacinta Allan turned a blind…
A new virtual emergency department for diabetics will have a major impact on the way diabetes emergencies are managed in Victoria, and especially in regional areas. The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad attended the launch of the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department Diabetes Service (VVEDDS) and said it would help keep people in their…
Bus services to Marong will be reviewed after The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad raised the issue in Parliament. Ms Broad said the move was a win for local residents who had campaigned for extra public transport services. Ms Broad was contacted by locals who asked if the Maiden Gully bus route could…
The State Government must come clean on its plans for the Sandhurst Centre site in Bendigo, amid growing concerns from local residents. The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria Gaelle Broad inspected the Finn Street site following several fires at the centre, which are believed to have been deliberately lit. “Locals are increasingly concerned about the…
The Nationals’ Member for Northern Victoria, Gaelle Broad has urged landowners to double check their land tax bills before paying as reports of distressing and incorrect bills come to light. Ms Broad said her office had been contacted by a gentleman who received a bizarre and upsetting land tax bill. “The bill was addressed to…