The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, is encouraging neighbourhood houses, food relief providers and community organisations across the electorate to apply for funding through the Victorian Government's Community Food Security Program. Mr McCurdy said demand for food relief continued to grow as more families across North East Victoria struggled under relentless cost-of-living pressures. "More people are turning to local community organisations for help because

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has condemned a suspected arson attack on Ambulance Victoria's Wangaratta headquarters, describing the incident as another alarming example of crime spiralling out of control under the Allan Labor Government. The suspected attack occurred on Friday night while local paramedics were responding to an emergency call, with significant damage caused to the administration area of the Tone Road facility. Mr McCurdy said targeting

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has called on the Allan Labor Government to take urgent action to address the growing threat of wild dogs across North East Victoria, warning that local farmers are facing devastating losses. Mr McCurdy said the issue was so serious that he, along with two other Coalition MPs, raised it in Parliament this week, calling on the Minister for Environment to take immediate action to protect farming communities. He has also writt

The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy has congratulated Yarrawonga community champion Malcolm Browning on receiving Life Membership of the National Party, describing the honour as richly deserved. Mr McCurdy said he was so proud of Malcolm’s contribution to the region that he took the opportunity to acknowledge him in Parliament last week, ensuring his decades of service were recognised on the official record. "Malcolm and his wife Wendy are salt of the earth. Th

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has congratulated locals who have shared in more than $394,000 in Tiny Towns funding for 12 community projects across the electorate, recognising the dedication of volunteers who continue to fight for better facilities and stronger country communities. Communities including Falls Creek, Mount Hotham, Myrtleford, Greta, Eldorado, Porepunkah, Tawonga South, Wandiligong, Cheshunt, Mongan's Bridge and Osbornes Flat will benefit

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, is encouraging local men to prioritise their mental wellbeing this June as Men's Mental Health Awareness Month shines a spotlight on the importance of speaking up and seeking support. Mr McCurdy said too many men across regional communities continue to carry heavy burdens in silence, believing they need to face life's challenges alone. "Whether it's farmers battling seasonal pressures, tradies working long hours, small busi

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has paid tribute in Parliament, to the official turning of the sod for the Yarrawonga Multipurpose Stadium, marking the beginning of a landmark project that will deliver lasting benefits for local families, sporting clubs and the wider community. Mr McCurdy said it was a proud moment to see construction finally commence after years of advocacy and dedication from passionate local supporters. "This project has been many year

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has acknowledged the decision to abandon proposed caps on the number of firearms a licensed owner can possess, describing it as a victory for common sense and the thousands of responsible firearm owners across regional Victoria. Mr McCurdy said the outcome reflected the strong advocacy of farmers, recreational shooters, sporting clubs and industry groups who made their concerns known throughout the consultation process. “Th

The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy has again called on the Allan Labor Government in Parliament, to provide certainty around funding needed to make the PET scanner at Northeast Health Wangaratta compliant, with the issue still unresolved years after concerns were first raised. The PET scanner upgrade is critical to ensuring patients across the North East can continue accessing life-saving diagnostic services for cancer and other serious illnesses closer to ho

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, said regional Victoria had been overlooked for far too long, with communities across the Ovens Valley continually missing out on critical infrastructure investment while Melbourne receives the lion’s share of government spending. Mr McCurdy said a future National's and Liberals Government would restore fairness through a new Fair Share Guarantee, ensuring regional Victoria receives 25 per cent of all new government infrastr

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy has recognised two of the Ovens Valley’s premier community events in State Parliament last week, highlighting their importance in supporting local tourism, businesses and community spirit across the region. Mr McCurdy said it brought him great joy to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of the Bright Rotary Club and Fenella O’Sullivan following another successful Bright Autumn Festival. “The Bright Autumn Festival continues t

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has congratulated two outstanding Wangaratta hospitality venues following their success at the 2026 AHA (Vic) State Awards for Excellence. Mr McCurdy praised the achievements of Old Town and Country Tavern and Old Faithfulls Brew Bar, saying the awards were a testament to the passion, professionalism and community spirit of local hospitality operators. “What a fantastic result for Wangaratta and our region,” Mr McCurdy said

Community safety across the Ovens Valley will be strengthened under a Liberal and Nationals Government, with a commitment to recruit an additional 3,000 Victoria Police officers and restore reduced police station hours. The Nationals Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, said local communities are increasingly concerned as police numbers decline while crime continues to rise under the Allan Labor Government. “Across regional Victoria, including towns throughout the Ovens Vall

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, says that if elected, a Nationals' and Liberals Government will introduce the toughest possible penalties to protect Victoria’s war memorials and religious, cultural and historic sites from vandalism and desecration. Under the proposed plan, offenders who deliberately damage or deface these sacred places would face up to 10 years’ jail, depending on the seriousness of the offence, and be required to fully fund repairs and r

The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, says enough is enough, backing a decisive plan to tackle rising crime and restore safety in communities across regional Victoria. Mr McCurdy said families and business owners throughout the Ovens Valley are increasingly feeling the impact of a system that is failing to hold repeat offenders to account. “People don’t feel as safe as they used to, whether that’s at home, at work or out in their community,” Mr McCurdy said. “T

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has renewed his call for the Victorian Government to provide urgent funding in the upcoming State Budget for the Cobram Football Netball Clubrooms. “The Cobram Football Netball Club, also known as the Cobram Tigers, is at the heart of our community, supporting everyone from young players just starting out to long-time club members,” Mr McCurdy said. Established in 1883, the Cobram Tigers are one of the oldest and most succe

The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has thanked the community for turning out in force to support the Wangaratta Black Dog Ride on Sunday, and took great pride speaking in Parliament about such an important cause, while also raising urgent road safety concerns following an incident on the Kiewa Valley Highway. Mr McCurdy said the strong show of support sent a powerful message about tackling depression and suicide in regional communities. “Events like the Blac

The Nationals’ Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, is again calling on the Victorian Government to ensure Markwood families who lost their homes in the December 2025 bushfires are not left behind. Mr McCurdy raised the issue in Parliament last week for the second time in as many months, asking the Minister for Emergency Services whether Markwood will be prioritised under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements schedule. Mr McCurdy said it was unacceptable that two Markwo

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, says growing fuel uncertainty is leaving local farmers and businesses worried about how they will keep their operations running, warning the situation exposes Labor’s ongoing failure to manage both fuel security and the economy. Mr McCurdy said farmers across the Ovens Valley are increasingly concerned about access to diesel and the rising cost of fuel, which is critical for planting, harvesting and transporting produce. “A

The Nationals' Member for Ovens Valley, Tim McCurdy, has called for clarity and common sense ahead of the release of the Victorian Government’s Rapid Review into firearms laws. Mr McCurdy said it was critical Victorians understood the clear distinction between lawful firearm ownership and criminal misuse. “Recreational shooting is a legitimate sport and pastime for thousands of responsible, licensed Victorians, including sports shooting, duck hunting and other regulated recr