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McCurdy calls for urgent disaster support for Yarroweyah fire victims
The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has written to the Minister seeking urgent assistance for communities impacted by the devastating Yarroweyah fire in northern Victoria. The fast-moving fire broke out on Friday 9 January, tearing through Yarroweyah, Muckatah and Katamatite, destroying at least 12 structures, many of them homes, and burning more than 1,500 hectares of farmland. Mr McCurdy said residents were given “leave immediately” warnings and forced to e
Jan 14
CBA emergency assistance welcome support for bushfire-affected communities
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has welcomed the activation of Commonwealth Bank’s Emergency Assistance package to support local families, farmers and businesses impacted by the ongoing bushfires across Victoria. Mr McCurdy said many people across Ovens Valley and surrounding regions are facing enormous uncertainty, with homes, livelihoods and businesses under threat, and financial support measures like these can provide some much-needed breathing space d
Jan 12
Warnings ignored as Victoria burns
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, says the Allan Labor Government should be deeply ashamed as Victoria battles a catastrophic bushfire crisis after repeated warnings about emergency services under-resourcing were ignored. As fires rage across the state, claiming a life, destroying hundreds of homes and buildings, killing livestock and displacing entire communities, Mr McCurdy said concerns about cuts to emergency services funding and capability have been ra
Jan 12
Standing with Communities as Bushfires Devastate Victoria
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has expressed his deep sorrow and heartfelt support for Victorian families, farmers and communities impacted by the devastating bushfires burning across the state. “These fires have torn through towns, farmland and bush, destroying homes, livelihoods and thousands of hectares of land,” Mr McCurdy said. “My thoughts are with every family who has lost a home, every farmer who has lost stock, and every community now facing an
Jan 12
Labor’s dirty solar deal sells out Meadow Creek
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy has blasted the Allan Labor Government for approving the controversial Meadow Creek Solar Farm, calling it a “dirty deal that sells out regional Victoria and tramples local communities.” Mr McCurdy said Labor’s Planning Minister had forced through the permit for the massive solar project at Meadow Creek Road, ignoring legitimate objections from local farmers, landholders, and even water authorities. “Goulburn Murray Water ini
Oct 31, 2025
Labor’s latest pet tax hike bites Victorian families
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has slammed the Allan Labor Government’s decision to double its pet tax on dogs and cats, calling it another cruel hit to families already struggling with rising costs. From July next year, Labor will increase the levy from $4.51 to $9 per animal, a tax collected through local council registration fees and funnelled straight into State Government coffers. Mr McCurdy said the move forces councils to act as Labor’s tax collec
Oct 31, 2025
Premier walks away from promise to ban face coverings at protests
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has slammed Premier Jacinta Allan for breaking her promise to ban face coverings at protests, labelling the decision yet another sign that Labor is weak on crime and public safety. Mr McCurdy said Victorians have had enough of violent protests and weak leadership. “Premier Allan promised in December last year to ban face masks at protests, but nearly a year later we’re still seeing violent and disruptive demonstrations in M
Oct 30, 2025
Allan Labor Government losing control of Victoria’s finances
Victoria’s net debt is spiralling out of control, now increasing by more than $2 million every hour under the Allan Labor Government, according to the Financial Report for the State of Victoria 2024–25 tabled in Parliament last week. The report reveals Victoria’s net debt has surged by $17.6 billion in just 12 months, that’s more than $48 million a day. It also highlights: A $106 million shortfall in payroll tax revenue due to weaker employment outcomes; Employee expenses exc
Oct 24, 2025
McCurdy urges Government to protect Falls Creek childcare service
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has called on the Allan Labor Government to urgently intervene to save the Falls Creek childcare and kindergarten service, which is facing possible closure following a recent review. Speaking in Parliament this week, Mr McCurdy said the situation was deeply concerning and risked the future of families, businesses and the year-round community at Falls Creek. “Falls Creek is not just a winter destination, it’s a year-round co
Oct 16, 2025
McCurdy pushes for fairness for Dinner Plain
The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has highlighted the introduction of legislation that includes provisions to exclude Dinner Plain from the Vacant Residential Land Tax (VLRT), a move he says is long overdue. Mr McCurdy said this development follows ongoing advocacy from both himself and The Nationals' Member for Northern Victoria, Gaelle Broad, who have continued to call for fair treatment for the Dinner Plain community. “I have continued to raise in Parlia
Oct 16, 2025
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