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VIDEO: UPPER MANNING BUSHFIRE RECOVERY
VIDEO: UPPER MANNING BUSHFIRE RECOVERY

In my most recent tour of the wonderful Lyne electorate, I visited communities in the upper valleys of the Hastings and Manning. Both these communities were severely affected by the bushfires over a year and a half ago, and they are still recovering. But they're a resilient mob.

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DOCTORS OF THE HOUSE UNITE FOR VACCINE
DOCTORS OF THE HOUSE UNITE FOR VACCINE

Medical Doctors of the House, Dr David Gillespie, Dr Mike Freelander, Dr Katie Allen and Dr Andrew Laming have united this week in welcoming the first doses of the coronavirus vaccine in Australia.

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VIDEO: COVID VACCINE ROLLS OUT ACROSS AUSTRALIA
VIDEO: COVID VACCINE ROLLS OUT ACROSS AUSTRALIA

This week the first doses of the coronavirus vaccine arrived in Australia.

This first shipment is part of 20 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine, secured through an advance purchasing agreement under our vaccine strategy.

The arrival of the vaccine confirms that we are on track for our most vulnerable groups to start receiving the vaccine on 22 February 2021. Approximately 80,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine will be made available in the first week.

The first priority for vaccines are hotel quarantine and border workers, frontline healthcare workers and aged care and disability care residents and staff.

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for use in Australia following a full and thorough assessment process.

We have secured 53.8 million doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine, with 50 million doses being manufactured here in Australia.

Two safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines are approved for use in Australia.

The Morrison Government is committed to providing safe and effective vaccines free to everyone in Australia.

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GILLESPIE CALLS FOR NEW PHASE IN PACIFIC HIGHWAY UPGRADE PROGRAM
GILLESPIE CALLS FOR NEW PHASE IN PACIFIC HIGHWAY UPGRADE PROGRAM

With completion of the upgrade to four lanes along the entire route of the Pacific Highway, construction of the Coffs Harbour bypass underway and planning in its final stage for the M1 Pacific Motorway extension to Raymond Terrace, it’s now time to begin planning the next phase of the Pacific Highway Upgrade program.

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VIDEO: Celebrating Cr JAN MCWILLIAMS
VIDEO: Celebrating Cr JAN MCWILLIAMS

I celebrate former Great Lakes Council Mayor Councillor Jan McWilliams who has ended an impressive 26 years of service to our region.

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CHILDCARE GRANTS TO SUPPORT IMPROVED EARLY LEARNING
CHILDCARE GRANTS TO SUPPORT IMPROVED EARLY LEARNING

Childcare providers across the region can apply for funding to improve services and increase access to vital childcare for families in local disadvantaged communities.

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VIDEO: GILLESPIE CALLS FOR NEW PHASE IN PACIFIC HIGHWAY UPGRADE PROGRAM
VIDEO: GILLESPIE CALLS FOR NEW PHASE IN PACIFIC HIGHWAY UPGRADE PROGRAM

With completion of the upgrade to four lanes along the entire route of the Pacific Highway, construction of the Coffs Harbour bypass underway and planning in its final stage for the M1 Pacific Motorway extension to Raymond Terrace, it’s now time to begin planning the next phase of the Pacific Highway Upgrade program.

Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie has told Parliament that the next phase of investment must include overpasses and interchanges at critical intersections where there has been several fatal accidents and increased traffic flows in recent years.

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VIDEO: HASTINGS VALLEY AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS
VIDEO: HASTINGS VALLEY AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS

I acknowledge and congratulate Port Macquarie-Hastings Senior Citizen of the Year, Phyllis Hollis and he local environment in champion Judy Love of Bonny Hills.

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GILLESPIE WELCOMES NORCO PRICE LIFT
GILLESPIE WELCOMES NORCO PRICE LIFT

I am very pleased to hear the news from Norco that it will be increasing the price it pays to farmers, but it comes with the caveat that they should ensure all dairy farmers are given the full benefit of this latest increase.

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HOLIDAY HERE THIS YEAR
HOLIDAY HERE THIS YEAR

In our own backyard we have some amazing sights and experiences, I hope the campaign will attract more Australians to visit our region, boosting the local economy and creating jobs.

Australians are intrepid worldwide travellers, but this is the year to discover Australia and its beauty, I encourage you to tour through regional NSW, walk Kakadu National Park, meet the Quokka’s of Rottnest Island or swim the Whitsundays.

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PARLIAMENT RESUMES FOR 2021
PARLIAMENT RESUMES FOR 2021
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REFLECT, RESPECT AND CELEBRATE THIS AUSTRALIA DAY
REFLECT, RESPECT AND CELEBRATE THIS AUSTRALIA DAY

Across the towns and villages of the Lyne electorate residents will next week come together to reflect, respect and celebrate on Australia Day 2021.

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MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE GOLDEN WATTLE VISITS NORTHERN NSW
MOBILE SERVICE CENTRE GOLDEN WATTLE VISITS NORTHERN NSW

The Mobile Service Centre Golden Wattle to the Region as part of its tour around northern NSW to provide our towns and villages with easy access to essential government services.

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ROUND 5 OF THE BUILDING BETTER REGIONS FUND IS NOW OPEN
ROUND 5 OF THE BUILDING BETTER REGIONS FUND IS NOW OPEN

Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie has called on communities in the region to apply for funding under Round 5 of the Building Better Regions Fund (BBRF), with applications now open.

This round of funding includes $100 million in dedicated funding for tourism-related infrastructure boosting our regional tourism recovery, while maintaining $100 million for broader community infrastructure and investment.

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EMPLOYMENT FACILITATOR APPOINTMENT FOR MID NORTH COAST
EMPLOYMENT FACILITATOR APPOINTMENT FOR MID NORTH COAST

A new Employment Facilitator in the Mid North Coast region of New South Wales will help job seekers find work as part of the Australian Government’s $62.8 million Local Jobs Program.

Janine Culnanae from RDA Mid North Coast will work on-the-ground to support employers and job seekers to connect with employment and training opportunities.

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2021 - Happy New Year
2021 - Happy New Year

Happy New Year – Over Christmas Charlotte and I have been blessed to spend time with our children Isabelle, Oliver, Alice and their partners.

I hope like us you have had a chance to relax and unwind from what was a very challenging year.

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MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS

On behalf of Charlotte and I, from our family to yours, may we wish you a very happy, holy and safe Christmas, and all the very best for 2021.

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WORK RECOMMENCES ON FORSTER CIVIC PRECINCT
WORK RECOMMENCES ON FORSTER CIVIC PRECINCT

I visited the Forster Civic Precinct and receive a works update following the recommencement of work this week.

The Civic space will be completed by December 2021 with the residential tower being completed the following September.

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$1 MILLION BOOST TO MEC UPGRADE
$1 MILLION BOOST TO MEC UPGRADE

The community is today celebrating a $1 million injection in new arts and culture funding for the Mid North Coast’s home of live entertainment The Manning Entertainment Centre (MEC).

The new theatre will be a multi-purpose space with state-of-the art facilities featuring retractable seating for up to 150 patrons. There’ll be a versatile rigging system to accommodate many different types of shows, cinema projection equipment and audio gear.

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EXTENDING BATTERY BACK-UP FOR REGIONAL AND REMOTE PHONE TOWERS
EXTENDING BATTERY BACK-UP FOR REGIONAL AND REMOTE PHONE TOWERS

Mobile phone towers across the region will be able to keep operating longer if the power goes out during or after natural disasters, thanks to a major new investment by the Australian Government.

These upgrades were identified as a critical to strengthening our telecommunications following the bushfires that swept through the region 12 months ago.

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