Speaking in Parliament this week, The Nationals’ Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, has called on the Allan Labor Government to do more to support regional industry – as business closures, job losses, and mounting economic pressure continue to impact towns across the electorate. Raising the matter with the Minister for Economic Growth, Jobs and Regional…
The Benalla Costume and Kelly Museum has officially re-opened following its refurbishment, hosting a special event to unveil its upgrades with guests from across the region. This latest upgrade represents a $400,000 investment, drawn from government grants, council support, and philanthropic funding. The Nationals’ Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, was a guest speaker at the…
The Benalla Street Art Festival has concluded after a three-day event full of walking tours, art classes, workshops, and live music. The festival, curated by Eddie Zammit, featured talented artists from the local community, across the country, and overseas, including Adnate, Aurora Campbell, and Gus Leunig, in a celebration of arts, culture, and creativity. The…
A new survey has once again confirmed that under the Allan Labor Government, Victoria is the worst place in Australia to start, operate, and grow a business. The Business Council of Australia’s Regulation Rumble 2024 has ranked Victoria last for overall business settings and found “with a low ranking for its property taxes and charges,…
Our region’s vibrant hospitality industry was in the spotlight during the recent sitting week of Parliament, as I took the opportunity to highlight some of our area’s finest pubs. It was wonderful to see both the Redesdale Hotel and the Tooborac Hotel and Brewery featured in a national “best bush pub” list, a recognition that…
TRANSCRIPT: With temperatures heating up, it is time to take a road trip to the home of Victoria’s best pubs, all in the Euroa electorate. Do not take my word for it; both the Redesdale Hotel and the Tooborac Hotel and Brewery were featured in the Weekly Times best bush pub list, a nationwide…
TRANSCRIPT: I want to congratulate all the local businesses and organisations recognised at the Strathbogie Shire Business Awards on Friday. The event was made possible by the Euroa Chamber of Business and Commerce and Go Nagambie, who together organised an incredible evening at Fowles winery in Avenel. Special thanks to Steph Swift and Belinda Beer,…
The region’s top businesses, employees, and volunteers have been celebrated at the 2024 Strathbogie Shire Business Awards ceremony. The event was hosted by the Euroa Chamber of Business and Commerce and GoNagambie, with businesses and community groups from across the region gathering together for a fantastic evening at Fowles Winery in Avenel. The Nationals’ Member…
The Allan Labor Government is set to press ahead with its controversial move to slug short-stay accommodation, such as Airbnb, with a 7.5 per cent tax on bookings. The Short Stay Levy Bill will apply to all bookings made from 1 January 2025, increasing the cost of every short stay accommodation booking. In addition, the…
The Nationals’ Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, is encouraging local communities to apply for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Tiny Towns Fund. The fund offers grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 to support projects that enhance tourism, liveability, and community pride in towns with populations of up to 5,000 people. Ms Cleeland highlighted…
The region’s thoroughbred studs showcased world leading genetics, with legendary stallions like Written Tycoon, Toronado, Paulele, and Royal Meeting paraded as part of a week-long stallion parade showcase. Locally based breeders including Yulong Stud, Swettenham Stud, Darley (Godolphin), and Lovatsville opened their gates for hundreds of visitors from across the world, demonstrating why the region…
TRANSCRIPT: Last week I had the pleasure of meeting with Jan Smith, Doc McDonald and volunteers at the Gargarro Botanic Garden as they continue to push forward with the development of this incredible project. They have now submitted a $100,000 pitch to the Enabling Tourism Fund, which will allow for the next step towards the…
