AS this massive year draws to a close, I want to wish everyone across McEwen a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year.
This time of year is about coming together – reflecting on what we have shared, supporting
one another and looking ahead to the new year. McEwen is a diverse and resilient community and I am always inspired by the generosity and community spirit I see across our towns and suburbs. I know, for many families this year has not been easy.
Cost of living concerns are always a priority and that is why the Government has been focused on delivering practical help while strengthening the economy and investing in our communities.
Over the past year, we have acted to ease cost of living pressures by cutting student debt by 20 per cent, making medicines cheaper and protecting workers penalty rates.
We have delivered the biggest investment in bulk billing in Australian history so you can see a GP for free and we are opening 50 new Urgent Care Clinics.
We have made it easier to buy a home with five per cent deposits for first home buyers, we are building more homes right across the country and have increased support for renters.
We have made child care more affordable and ensured aged care workers and early
childhood educators are paid what they deserve. Importantly, we have done all this while keeping inflation moving in the right direction and delivering responsible economic management to secure our future. Labor is committed to strengthening communities. We have invested in community infrastructure, local roads, sporting clubs and schools across McEwen.
We have supported multicultural communities, strengthened local services and worked to
ensure everyone feels respected, included and valued, no matter where they live or where
they come from. Strong communities are built on fairness, opportunity and having each other’s backs. That is the spirit I see in McEwen and that is the spirit our Government is supporting at a national level.
Heading into 2026, we will keep our focus on helping you and your family with the cost of
living.
I hope that you get the chance to rest and relax with friends and family, share some great
meals and enjoy some well-deserved downtime.
I would also like to say a huge thank you to everyone who is working through the festive
period, the people giving up time with their families to keep us safe and keep our vital
services running.
Thank you for the support you give me as your local Member. I am looking forward to
getting straight back to work in the new year, delivering on our commitments and building
Australia’s future.