Senate debates
Wednesday, 12 February 2025
Statements by Senators
Bendigo Electorate: Federal Election
1:54 pm
Bridget McKenzie (Victoria, National Party, Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development) Share this | Hansard source
Oh, correct! It's time that Bendigo got a better deal than they are getting from their local member, Lisa Chesters, the failed premier Jacinta Allan—we wonder how long she will hold that post—and, indeed, the Labor Party here in Canberra.
Concerningly, we've seen the regional grants program ignore significant investment in the seat of Bendigo. Andrew Lethlean and the Nationals won't take a backward step in standing up for that community and making sure they get their fair share of federal funding. They are one people, united behind one flag. We know that Bendigo spoke out loudly about the Voice, and Andrew will back Bendigo all the way should he have the great privilege— (Time expired)
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