This opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Saturday, 9 November 2024. With the bulk of its recruits drawn from our region, the 35th became known as 'Newcastle's Own', and on Remembrance Day my thoughts will turn to them, and their courage, service and sacrifice in some of the most brutal battles on the Western Front.
Read MoreThis opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Wednesday, 31 January 2024. The Albanese Government's number one priority this year continues to be taking pressure off Australians.
Read MoreThis opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Saturday, 11 November 2023 marking Remembrance Day
Read MoreThis opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Saturday, 20 May 2023 marking the one-year anniversary of the election of the Albanese Labor Government.
Read MoreThis opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Tuesday, 25 April 2023. Anzac Day is an opportunity to share the stories of ordinary local people who have done extraordinary things.
Read MoreThis opinion piece was first published in the NEWCASTLE HERALD on Tuesday, 6 September 2022. The Albanese Government has made some great progress over the past few months, but there's still a lot of work to do.
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