Updates

25 Sep 2018

Share The Mental Health Journey This October

Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra and South Coast Gareth Ward MP has today announced that local residents are being encouraged to ‘Share the Journey’ by getting involved in Mental Health Month this October, with the NSW Government calling for people to come alongside family, friends or colleagues who are living with mental illness or having mental health issues.

24 Sep 2018

Planning policy changes improve Port Kembla operations

Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra Gareth Ward MP has today announced that a change to the NSW Government planning policy covering land around the State’s three largest ports will enable Port Kembla to operate more efficiently with its day-to-day activities. 

24 Sep 2018

Beach Safety Goes Sky-High This Summer

Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra and South Coast and Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today welcomed the expansion of the New South Wales Government’s drone program for local beaches.

19 Sep 2018

Community Encouraged to 'Get Ready' for the Upcoming Bush Fire Season

Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra and South Coast Gareth Ward MP today announced that local fire brigades including Jamberoo, Gerringong, Cambewarra, Broughton Vale/Berry and Albion Park brigades will open their doors to the community this weekend to help people be aware and prepare for bush fire risks this summer.

14 Sep 2018

Kembla Grange Ruled Out As Prison Site

Parliamentary Secretary for the Illawarra Gareth Ward MP has today welcomed the NSW Government’s decision to rule out Kembla Grange as a potential location for a new correctional facility following detailed site investigations and consultation with the community.