It is with great regret that after long discussions with my husband Bob and my family, I have decided not to nominate for preselection as the Liberal candidate to contest the seat of Hughes at the next Federal election. Read more...
SPEECH IN PARLIAMENT ON ETS
I welcome this opportunity to address the parliament regarding my concerns about the Rudd government’s ETS legislation which passed through the House two weeks ago and is now before the Senate. On that occasion I was unable to join in the debate because the debate was gagged. Read more... Click here to view further correspondence.
AUSTRALIA DAY MESSAGE
We should be proud of our commitment to core civic values like our generosity of spirit, a shared belief in the democratic process, respect for the rights and liberties of others and a fair go for all.
Christmas means vastly different things to different people. I urge everyone to dig deep into the Christmas Spirit and support our local charities like St Vinnies, the Salvo’s and Anglicare this Christmas. Read more... View photos on
MENAI HIGH EXCELS IN HSC
I would like to congratulate Menai High for their outstanding HSC success, with almost 70 per cent receiving a top band six result in Advanced English. Read more...
SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT
I encourage local small businesses in the Hughes Electorate to take advantage of the recently launched Small Business Support Line, a free service which aims to provide advice and information. Read more...
CADETS REVIEW PARADE
It was a privilege to inspect the parade as Reviewing Officer at the Local Australian Air Force Cadets Christmas Review Parade at the Loftus Multi User Depot. Read more... View photos on
TIME TO PREPARE FOR THE FIRE SEASON
If you live in or near the bush, it is your responsibility to prepare yourself, your family, and your home to survive a bush fire.
Download the NSW Rural Fire Service Bush Fire Survival Plan. Click here
SPEECH IN PARLIAMENT ON ETS
I oppose these Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme bills because they are driven by fantasy and deceit. Even the very name of this legislation is a deceit upon the people of Australia. Carbon is not a pollutant. Read more...
I presented to Parliament a petition signed by local residents of Wattle Grove who believe that their community does not have reasonable access to Pharmaceutical benefits. Read more...
WORKING TO PREVENT TODDLER DROWNING
I have joined together with Royal Life Saving as a KEEP WATCH Ambassador to help reduce the rate of toddler drowning deaths in Australia. Please visit the pool safety website to download a safety checklist. Click here
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I welcome this opportunity to address the parliament regarding my concerns about the Rudd government’s ETS legislation which passed through the House two weeks ago and is now before the Senate. On that occasion I was unable to join in the debate because the debate was gagged
I encourage local small businesses in the Hughes Electorate to take advantage of the recently launched Small Business Support Line, a free service which aims to provide advice and information. 
