DECEMBER 6, 2018: FARMERS and others impacted by Queensland’s bushfires are angry about the State Labor Government’s restrictions on land clearing and back-burning, and the impact this has had on the rapid spread of fires. I have been bombarded with calls from farmers who are demanding…
DECEMBER 5, 2018: MY push for an inquiry into mining industry support for regional businesses and local jobs has resulted in another win today with BHP announcing that they are seeking fulltime local workers at two mines which previously had 100% Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) workforces. BHP…
NOVEMBER 29, 2018: The resources of the Australian Government are at the ready to provide assistance with Queensland fires and they are completely at the disposal of Queensland should they request it. I have had this assurance direct from the Prime Minister Scott Morrison this morning. The Australian…
NOVEMBER 27, 2018: I EXPECT a positive announcement from the Morrison Liberal National Government on the future of the Sugar Marketing Code of Conduct before Christmas. I've recently received an update on the progress of the review of the code and the government’s likely response from Agriculture Minister David…
NOVEMBER 26, 2018: THE pressure brought to bear on mining companies has resulted in a decisive win, with BHP announcing today that they will institute payment terms of 30 days for all Mackay businesses. This result has come about on the back of a lot of work…