Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that a group of local tourism industry champions from across the Illawarra and Shoalhaven have shared their inspiring stories in a video series that takes future holidaymakers behind the scenes to motivate them to support local when planning their next escape once non-essential travel advice is updated.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that hairdressers will be offered training about the warning signs and dynamics of domestic and family violence as part of an innovative approach to raise community awareness and support victim-survivors.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that the North Nowra Guide Hall will be upgraded as part of a $1 million allocation to repair and improve Girl Guide facilities across the State under a New South Wales Government COVID-19 stimulus program.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that disaster assistance is now available in the Local Government Areas of Kiama, Shoalhaven, Shellharbour and Wollongong following recent severe storms and flooding across our region.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced $25,000 funding to the Lions Club of Bomaderry Inc to purchase a used ambulance for the use of first aid at local community events.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that Opal fares are set to become more affordable for people across our state from Monday 6th July 2020 in a move to make travel more affordable and accessible for local commuters across the Illawarra and South Coast.

Member for Kiama Gareth Ward MP has today announced that more local families will have access to preschools thanks to a new round of funding creating additional places in preschools for children on waiting lists.