A cracking sunset in Kempsey this afternoon! If you’re looking for something to do this weekend there is plenty to see and do in the beautiful Macleay Valley! Come and support the local shops and producers, visit the beautiful beaches or stop and have a meal at the many wonderful cafes, pubs and breweries. See you t#macleayvalleycoasty#lovecowperc#midnorthcoastnswastnsw
True 140 starters today at golf . Mvvs day raised about 4K for Lismore .
Stunning pic of the Macleay River. 👌🏼
At SWR again this weekend...cracking spot mate 👍
Pat…. 5:23pm ❤️❤️
I am disturbed by the many media reports circulating over the past couple of days in relation to Greens leader Adam Bandt and Senator Lidia Thorpe. In my opinion, they are a national disgrace.
The position of a parliamentarian, there to represent the people of Australia, is both an honour and a privilege.
To refuse to stand in front of our national flag, a flag under which so many have fought and died to preserve the freedoms of this country is nothing but childish theatrics. To then infer that they are only there to ‘infiltrate’ our democratically elected government, whether that be Labor or Coalition, speaks volumes about their party and what they seek to represent.
We are the lucky country, not the perfect country, so to attempt to erase our history, both good and bad, does not create our future.
That’s right Pat, especially as so many have given so much for our flag and country including Indigenous Australians. Good on you for calling it out!
Couldn't agree more, many of my forebearers fought for this country and what it stands for, and these Greens actions are deplorable! They will never get a vote from me!
Pat I agree with everything you say and if it is possible our Govern General should dismiss them both.
These 2 grubs are an absolute disgrace, they cheapen everything our Diggers have ever fought for. So sick of these WOKE wankers influencing and trying to shame everyday Australians into agreeing with their dangerous left wing ideals.
The only positive to come out of this episode is that we are ALL now aware of the Greens end game. They certainly arent working towards reconciliation, they seem to be seperating one side from the other. Hopefully everyone will see this stunt for what it is. A selfish self serving and destructive act. And whats worse, he is doing it on taxpayers money.
Totally agree, there is no room for these people to be in our Parliament, they should be immediately dismissed from Parliament, end of story. A National disgrace.
Totally agree! There are many ways to put your point across, but being disrespectful and divisive is just pathetic. The Greens are showing their true colours if they allow him to keep his leadership.
Prime example of the Green curse that has befallen our country… 🤬🤬
They are totally un-Australian!! They do not deserve to hold the positions that they do!! Hopefully voters will remember this at election!!
Well chosen words Pat. Separation and divisive actions and comments by those who have no idea about the impacts of their thoughtless actions.
I agree 150% Pat, this pair of treasonous bottom dwellers should be expelled from the Australian parliament, which, they pledged to serve under the Australian flag and constitution. They are not fit to hold any position in parliament after this pathetic stunt!🤬
Well said Pat. Give the bloke a "chin full" if you see him in the halls of Parliament.
I totally agree with you Pat, the Green’s lack of respect is disgusting
Agree too. They should Resign from Parliament & leave the country if you feel that strongly
We think his stunt was an absolute disgrace,fancy having a person like him in parliament We are with you Pat just terrible
And we’ve got 12 of these extremists in the Senate with the balance of power. I’m sure many of the people who’ve voted them in are now reconsidering.
There was a time when we locked up communists and threw away the key. Those times need to return.
We are in a country where the government says if you don’t listen we fine not like generations that fought for our country they would be turning over in there graves if they new what was happening now
Some many have served and died for the Freedoms that clown has. Elected to Federal Parliament and therefore he is breaking the role he was elected for. Cant see what Teals and Greens achive, except cost ordinary citizens extra cost. No idea how to find the funds with extra tax that will effect everyone. Watermelon Green. A Veteran from a family of Veterans right to Grandsons serving.
Pat I agree with you so far, but I pray that all members of parliament that truly love this country and the flag that represents it will see this act of Adam Brandt for what it really is, he made an oath of allegiance, he should have sworn on the Bible? Whether he did or not, He has broken his oath by dishonoring the flag, he is a traitor, "a wolf in sheep's clothing" he and those like him are mocking our democratic system, our morals, our country, our flag, to see this Pat as anything less leaves me wondering what act or speech will be necessary before our elected representatives cast aside their fear of being "canceled" by the "woke brigade and boldly and openly condemn such acts for what they are. I chose to be an Australian and after 74 years resident, 20 in service to this country, I despair that anyone, least of all a parliamentarian could act in such a traitorous manner.
Hear hear! Well said!
Well said Pat could not agree more, keep up the good work.
The flag under which many Australians died for and this idiot won't stand in front of - doesn't deserve and shouldn't be in Parliament /
So very true, our history good and bad is our histor, the Greens are a joke
Well said Pat, agree with what you say.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MACLEAY VALLEY BUSINESS AWARDS WINNERS
I’m genuinely gutted that there was a date mix up on my invitation this year from the Macleay Valley Business Chamber.
I look forward to the annual Business Awards throughout the electorate and sharing in the celebration of local ingenuity and growth, so to miss out this year was tough.
While I might have missed the event, I would still like to take the opportunity to say ‘job well done’ to each and every one of this year’s winners!
You have all done amazing things in challenging times this past year and I am looking forward to following your progress over the next 12 months.
Please don’t be shocked if I pop in over the next couple of weeks to say ‘well done’ in person. I’d love to hear about each business from the teams on the ground, and to see how each of you have evolved to support #LoveLocalBusinesss Blueberry Greens cKey EmploymenteLocalBusiness
Blueberry GKirstie's Skinsational Beauty TherapyorSouth West Rocks Surf Life Saving Club TherMirror Mirror Hair Loungef Life Saving Club
Mirror Mirror Hair Lounge
@kmrsl_club
@costaricMacleay Valley Support Servicesindersaustralia
Macleay Valley Support Services
@coastalwealthdirections
@sweetblossomfloraldesign
Look forward to you joining us next year Pat
PUSHING TELSTRA FOR TAYLORS ARM COMMUNITY
Since June 9, my office has had multiple desperate pleas from residents of Taylors Arm who have been without ADSL. From Dairy Farmers to Small Business Owners and Students, all have been significantly impacted.
Without being able to get online, they are unable to perform critical business communications, unable to access study materials and are forced to travel to friends and family outside the region to gain access.
Residents advised us and that Telstra’s response had indicated that the outage would not be restored until June 21.
That in itself is not an acceptable time frame to restore critical services, but here we now sit on June 22 without a resolution. My office has been liaising with our trusted Government assigned contacts within Telstra who do fight on behalf of our community so often.
But the issue on this occasion has not been resolved and we have now been informed that the restoration date has been extended to June 27 due to the complexity of the work required as the team have diagnosed only this morning that the issue is a cut cable.
I think we can all understand technical complexities and crew availability to some degree, but to be without a critical service that was previously connected for 3 weeks is not something I will stand quietly on.
I will be taking this incident further, as the latest example of telecommunications company failing the people of Cowper.
UPDATE: We have just been advised that services have now been restored as at 12.15pm. Great news!
Thank you so much Pat for taking an interest in this problem when I rang your office on Monday about the outage in East Kempsey Telstra responded within an hour ..
Why is Taylor's Arm still on obolete ADSL?
The continuing story…
Well done Pat keep it moving.
FIGHTING TO KEEP FUNDING FOR SCU HEALTH PRECINCT
In April it was announced that a re-elected Coalition Government would provide the campus with $27.5 million for Stage 2 of the University’s Health Services Precinct, which will deliver a critical community health clinic that will not only serve the community, but also provide clinical placements for students.
I have written to our new PM and called on the new Government to continue the budgeted commitments made to the Coffs Coast by the Coalition. Now is not the time for allowing the regions to take a back step, particularly in areas like the Mid North Coast with our ever-expanding population.
I hope to see a positive resolution not just for residents of the Coffs Coast, but for the Regions more broadly. This project will be the first test of the new Government’s promises, and I intend to keep them to their word.
You can bet I'll be knocking on as many doors as necessary down in Canberra during the first week back in Parliament!
Pat Conaghan | The Nationals | Federal Member For Cowper
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Federal Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan I was born and raised in Kempsey and I...Nice one Pat. Hopefully you can find a way to work with whoever is in Government. It’s critically important for the region.
Why should you have to bargain for funding the government has wasted that much running around with there socialist mates giving away our tax payers money instead of spending it in Australia!🤬
Trying to gain a few points with that independent on your tail. Wait until the new government indicates that they are not going to commit to these project, then score your political points.
You better stay on your game Pat, you have a teal on your tail, and alot of residents in Cowper are now watching !
If it was a coalition election promise and they didn't win, why is the current government obligated to honour?
Are you also going to make sure that there is more than one exit from the campus when these buildings are done? It currently sometimes takes us 25 minutes to get out in the afternoon. And that is just onto hogbin drive.
How much debt did 9 years of you clowns leave us in ? Sounds like another LNP promise that they had no intention of EVER delivering.
Great work guys
Knock knock: Who’s there?: Pat Conaghan Mr Albanese: Albo: Who?
Whaaat? No more photo opportunities!😭
If you mob hadn't given billions to the fossil fuel industry and destroyed our energy sector and run such a shocking shifty outfit then there might have been the money available to do this.. You are the only ones to blame if this is not funded.
You had 12 years to sort this out..
RECOGNISING OUR RETIRED POLICE
I had the pleasure of being asked to speak at the recent Retired and Former Police Association meeting in Port Macquarie.
The RFPA has been in operation for over 90 years and exists to improve conditions and quality of life for all former police and police widows.
On the Mid North Coast, the men and women who are members of this organisation meet regularly, providing camaraderie and support, bonded by their shared experiences.
I’m proud to count myself among them.
Providing the right ongoing supports for the mental and physical health and wellbeing of our first responders is critically important. These men and women dedicated themselves to Protect and Serve their communities, with the effects on themselves and their families so often continuing well past their retirement.
Thank you for having me. I look forward to the next catch up!
It was a pleasure having you present Pat and you are always welcome to join us!
Love your work Patrick 👏👏
Good to see you at the RFPA mate. Cheers
