In November I was honoured to be elected again as your representative for this wonderful region in the federal parliament and to be a member of a new, energetic, positive Labor government led by Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard. I thank you for placing your trust in me and Labor – a government that will work hard and fairly for all Australians.

Being in government brings with it great opportunities, responsibilities and challenges. My hard working team is already busy dealing with numerous enquiries ranging through a whole range of issues – local, State and National. Please contact us if there is anything we can help you, your family or organisation with.

Our region will be the beneficiary of significant commitments by Labor and we are currently working our way through the various projects – liaising with relevant departments and ministerial offices. Major projects throughout the region will include roads and rail, a number of community precincts, shared pathways and sporting and recreational facilities, telecommunications, manufacturing support services, and a variety of health services and facilities. Many of these will begin to take shape after Labor’s first budget in May.

Kind regards

Sid.