Independent Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today welcomed the NSW Government’s response to his Question on Notice in relation to Kiama Bends.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward is today reminding people to get involved to celebrate National Skills Week from 21st-27th August.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has condemned NSW and Federal Labor Governments for their dithering, delays and discombobulation on local infrastructure promises and commitments.

Tuesday, 15 August 2023

WARD RELEASES AGRITOURSIM BILL FOR COMMENT

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has released a draft Private Members Bill following community concerns about the adverse impacts of deregulated practices on farming properties and rural communities.

The Environmental Planning and Assessment Legislation Amendment (Agritourism) Bill 2023 seeks to ensure the right balance is struck between promoting rural and regional tourism, protecting primary producers and local communities.

“Properly regulated, agritourism can be a real boost for farmers, tourism, jobs and the local economy. I support agritourism, but the current unrestricted expansion of this industry will come at the expense of neighbouring property owners who should expect the quiet enjoyment of their properties,” Mr Ward said.

Submissions can me sent to [email protected] or 102 Terralong Street, Kiama, NSW, 2533.

Member for Kiama, Gareth Ward, has announced that three viewing platforms next to the Shoalhaven Heads Surf Club on Matthews Street are now complete thanks to the hard work of the Shoalhaven Heads Lions Club and a grant from the NSW Government.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has called on the NSW Government to fast-track wi-fi for South Coast trains. 

Mr Ward has used Parliament to ask a Question on Notice to the Minister for Transport about connecting south coast commuters to the world wide web. 

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has revealed that 13 NSW Labor Government MPs are getting paid an additional $34,515 each – a total of almost half a million taxpayer dollars - without any defined roles or responsibilities to justify the pay bump.  

Independent Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has slammed the NSW Labor Minns Government for confirming it will cut the $250 Regional Seniors Travel Card and hand the cash to a single petrol company. 

Independent Member for Kiama Gareth Ward has launched an online Parliamentary Petition to make Wollongong Hospital Car Parking free. 

I sincerely commend and congratulate all elected Shoalhaven City Councillors for the decision they took last night concerning the proposed daily 12-hour closure of Burrier Road during the next 12 months of roadworks.