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Chaffey’s Corner – Final for the year

1 day ago16 December 2025

Our nation mourns the tragedy at Bondi. We stand with the Jewish community and honour the heroes who risked their lives. As the year ends, I reflect on our values and my first seven months as Member for Parkes.

Posted inRegulars, Something to Think About

Denise’s Desk: Our Youth Are Leading the Way in Innovation and Compassion

2 days ago13 December 2025

Denise has been thinking about how inspiration comes from the most unexpected places.

Posted inFeatured, Regulars, Social, Solutions

Who you know can’t be the qualification

4 days ago13 December 2025

Dean Foley says when jobs, grants and contracts keep circling the same small group, people stop debating policy and start debating trust.

Posted inFeatured, Regulars, Social

Denise’s Desk: Stop Ranking Our Schools! Why League Tables Harm Students and Communities

6 days ago11 December 2025

Denise McHugh writes that NAPLAN league tables have a real human cost – and we deserve better.

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Chaffey’s Corner – Labor-Greens environmental deal

9 December 20259 December 2025

In the final week of Parliament for 2025, Labor and the Greens cooked up a dirty deal to push through changes to the EPBC Act. This last-minute pact will have implications felt throughout the electorate of Parkes and far beyond.

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Roy’s Roundup – Regional Wins, Pipelines and Community Spirit

9 December 20259 December 2025

It’s been a busy few weeks with meetings in Canberra and a huge win on regional speed limits. We have crucial info on Club Grants, an urgent update on the Narrabri Pipeline, and some inspiring stories about our local students. Plus, the results of my Movember shave!

Posted inFeatured, Political, Regulars

I take it all back, Barnaby’s a fool

9 December 20259 December 2025

RK Crosby says she thought Barnaby Joyce was one of the smartest strategists in conservative politics, but joining One Nation is just dumb.

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Macca’s weeds: Lucerne Growing Tips

6 December 20256 December 2025

Macca shares his top tips for Lucerne survivability. From protecting the crown from damage to ensuring the crop doesn’t get “wet feet,” learn how to keep your paddock profitable. Plus, a look back at draining blocks by shovel in the South Burnett.

Posted inPolitical, Regulars

Denise’s Desk: New England Times Poll says one thing loudly — Voters want more than the same old story

3 December 20253 December 2025

New Englanders want results and relevance. With Labor dominant federally, the only candidate who can truly deliver for the region is an MP with access to power, influence, and a direct seat at the decision-making table. The answer may be changing.

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IDPwD – A day of inclusion for some

3 December 20253 December 2025

RK Crosby writes that the International Day for People with Disabilities is all about inclusion, but some disabilities are left out.

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