There is a growing sense that regional NSW needs a fundamental rethink of how roads are funded and managed.
Jamie Chaffey
Posted inAgriculture, Gunnedah, Local festivals and shows
Motorists warned of heavy traffic and steaks hit the barbie as AgQuip gets underway
Traffic control, closed roads, and reduced speed limits will be in place in and around Gunnedah as the agricultural world descends for the enormous field days.
Posted inFlood, Grants and funding, Gunnedah, Narrabri, NSW Politics, Parkes Electorate
Councils dealing with new flood damage still waiting on approval for previous flood repairs
As locals recover from another major flood this month, Gunnedah and Narrabri Shire Councils are among councils still waiting for approval to undertake road repairs from floods that occurred more than three years ago.
Posted inCommunity development, Grants and funding, Local News
Dozens of community projects to benefit from federal grant
Thirteen community groups in the Parkes Electorate will share $120,000 in Stronger Communities Programme grants for projects ranging from Indigenous rugby uniforms to improved facilities and accessibility.
Posted inFederal Politics, Gunnedah, Parkes Electorate
Chaffey pledges to serve after a lifetime of challenges and dedication
Jamie Chaffey, the newly elected Member for Parkes, has delivered his first speech to Federal Parliament today, pledging to serve the people of his electorate with the same dedication and resilience that shaped his own life.
Posted inAwards, Grants and funding
Last chance to nominate for Australia Day Awards
With just hours left until nominations close, locals are being urged to put forward the unsung heroes of their communities for the 2026 Australian of the Year Awards
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Parkes Electorate
Meet Jamie Chaffey, Nationals, Parkes
Jamie Chaffey says his inspiration for standing in the federal election is seeded from frustrations in dealings with local council on supporting local businesses.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, New England Electorate, Parkes Electorate, Youth
Youth vote a lurking threat to electoral certainty
Millennials and Gen Z now represent 47 per cent of the electorate, with more than 90 per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds registered to vote, but they’re also the most disillusioned voters.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, New England Electorate, Parkes Electorate
Veterans not forgotten in election as ANZAC Day approaches
The break from tradition in avoiding public holidays has helped veterans get their issues on the election agenda, with pledges and claims flowing as ANZAC Day approaches.
Posted inAustralia Votes 2025, Parkes Electorate
Half the field show up to Parkes Election Forum
5 out of the 10 House of Representatives candidates for Parkes attended an election forum in Dubbo on Sunday night.