Phil DONATO MP State Member for Orange G'day

I have been busy in Sydney with Parliament sitting weeks and meeting with the incoming ministers. I delivered a speech in the NSW Parliament to highlight the devastation and despair that remains in the flood-impacted communities across the Orange electorate.

Six months on, many people are still displaced from the devastating floods at Eugowra, Molong, Forbes, Parkes, Canowindra, and Cudal. I asked Premier Minns what ongoing support his government will provide to these impacted communities to help get them back into their homes and businesses. I also raised the need to learn from these events and do what is necessary to mitigate the impact from the inevitable future flood events. I've recommended a review be undertaken and I will continue to champion for these communities. Cheers,

HOUSING PLUS White Tie Ball

My team and I had the privilege of attending the 6th annual Housing Plus White Tie Ball. Since its inception, the event has raised close to $400,000. This year, with over 350 people in attendance, $88,000 was raised to support the crisis facility, The Orchard, to support women and children escaping domestic violence. I made a Notice of Motion in Parliament to formally recognise Housing Plus’s efforts. Pics courtesy of Central Western Daily.

It was a privilege to join with the Hon. Tara Moriarty MLC, Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW, for a tour of Orange based DPI Agricultural Institute and Biosecurity Collection Station, Weeds Research and more. This facility is seeing world class agricultural biosecurity research being conducted in our own backyard.

HIDDEN TREASURES HONOUR ROLL 2023 NOMINATIONS Are Now Open

Since 2010 the Hidden Treasures Honour Roll has acknowledged over 1000 rural women for their tireless work and dedication to their communities. Hidden Treasures is a way to honour and say thanks to women who give their time and energy to help others. Now is your chance to nominate an extraordinary woman in your community! To find out more or to nominate visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/women-nsw/ rural-womens-network/hidden-treasures-nominations?