Last month I attended a Reception held at Parliament House with the Solomon Islands Pan Pipers and dancers and had the pleasure of meeting Mrs Maherau Arona, Mrs Margaret Nekeare-Cowan… read more →
On Wednesday I attended the East Cessnock Women’s Bowling Club Grades 3 and 4 Pennant Unfurling and Presidents Day.In the photo is Cessnock Mayor Bob Pynsent, Member for Cessnock Clayton… read more →
HNE Carer Education & Support Program – Hunter invites everyone to attend their 2014 Expo for Families & Carers. What’s in it for you? Support & Information for Families &… read more →
I pay tribute to the unsung heroes in the education sector. I refer to non-teaching staff who make a vital contribution to their schools. The following people were recognised at… read more →
The miners memorial service was held in my electorate on the weekend to commemorate the 1,800 people who have lost their lives in coalmines across the northern coalfields since coalmining… read more →
Tonight I refer to sport in my community and more broadly across New South Wales and Australia. There are fewer facilities than ever for young kids who want to play… read more →
Tonight I have been invited by the Broke Public School P&C Association to attend opening night of ‘Art in the Vines’ at the Broke Community Hall. I look forward to… read more →
I speak tonight about an issue that came to my attention just today. It is a serious concern and is causing some alarm across my electorate. It has to do… read more →
Today I recognise three great educational leaders in the Cessnock community who recently received Excellence in Leadership Awards. Mr Len Boughton, Principal of Abermain Public School, received an award for… read more →
Local Councils, volunteer and community organisations are encouraged to apply for grants to fund planned activities during 2015 NSW Seniors Week, Clayton Barr, MP, State Member for the Electorate of… read more →