2007 Media Archive
Hunter Package Finalised with $10 million for Stadium - 22 November 2007
Federal Labor today finalised its comprehensive package of committments for the Hunter Region with the announcement that it would contribute $10 million towards the EnergyAustralia Stadium redevelopment.
Federal Labor today finalised its comprehensive package of committments for the Hunter Region with the announcement that it would contribute $10 million towards the EnergyAustralia Stadium redevelopment.
Fair Work Australia Office for Newcastle - 20 November 2007
Sharon Grierson announced today that Fair Work Australia, Labor's new independent industrial umpire, will have an office in Newcastle to service the Hunter region. Fair Work Australia will be a new, genuinely indpendent umpire to oversee Federal Labor's new fair and balanced industrial relations system.
Sharon Grierson announced today that Fair Work Australia, Labor's new independent industrial umpire, will have an office in Newcastle to service the Hunter region. Fair Work Australia will be a new, genuinely indpendent umpire to oversee Federal Labor's new fair and balanced industrial relations system.
NSW Health Clinics for Hunter Region Defence Families - 19 November 2007
The Hunter Region will be home to two of the first group of Federal Labor's proposed Defence Family Healthcare Clinics. The clinics will extend free GP and dental services to Defence spouses and dependants.
The Hunter Region will be home to two of the first group of Federal Labor's proposed Defence Family Healthcare Clinics. The clinics will extend free GP and dental services to Defence spouses and dependants.
New Child Care Centre for Newcastle Under Rudd Government - 16 November 2007
A Rudd Labor Government will build a brand new child care centre in the Hamilton-Merewether area to help address the chronic shortage of child care places facing local families.
A Rudd Labor Government will build a brand new child care centre in the Hamilton-Merewether area to help address the chronic shortage of child care places facing local families.
Bob Baldwin Missing in Climate Change Action - 16 November 2007
Sharon Grierson says Bob baldwin's election-eve discovery of solar power can't make up for eleven years of Howard Government climate change scepticism.
Sharon Grierson says Bob baldwin's election-eve discovery of solar power can't make up for eleven years of Howard Government climate change scepticism.
Labor to Boost Health Services in Newcastle - 12 November 2007
Sharon Grierson says Labor's regional health package is great news for access and affordability for health services in Newcasatle.
Sharon Grierson says Labor's regional health package is great news for access and affordability for health services in Newcasatle.
Labor to Provide Better Health Services in the Hunter - 12 November 2007
Health services in the Hunter will recieve a boost from Federal Labor's National Health and Hospitals Reform Plan.
Health services in the Hunter will recieve a boost from Federal Labor's National Health and Hospitals Reform Plan.
Labor Invests $55 million in Clean Coal Future for the Hunter - 7 November 2007
A Rudd Labor Government will invest $55 million as part of its $500 million Clean Coal Fund to secure the future of the coal industry in the Hunter region and across NSW.
A Rudd Labor Government will invest $55 million as part of its $500 million Clean Coal Fund to secure the future of the coal industry in the Hunter region and across NSW.
Community Events - 27 October 2007
Sharon is today meeting with the Stockton community at the Stockton Hospital 50th Anniversary Fete, helping the Mayfield Bowling Club with its welcome and unfurling at the State Pennant Championships and attend the Christ Church Cathedral service in remembrance of loved ones lost through drug use.
Sharon is today meeting with the Stockton community at the Stockton Hospital 50th Anniversary Fete, helping the Mayfield Bowling Club with its welcome and unfurling at the State Pennant Championships and attend the Christ Church Cathedral service in remembrance of loved ones lost through drug use.
Playgroup Fun Day on Today - 24 October 2007
Sharon Grierson is encouraging people to support local community activities at the annual Playgroup Fun Day from 10am to 2pm today.
Sharon Grierson is encouraging people to support local community activities at the annual Playgroup Fun Day from 10am to 2pm today.
Rainwater Tanks for Newcastle Surf Life Saving Clubs - 19 October 2007
Newcastle Surf Life Saving Clubs will receive a 100th birthday present from a Rudd Labor Government, with the announcement that we will provide up to $10,000 to every Club in Australia to install a rainwater tank or contribute towards a larger water saving project.
Newcastle Surf Life Saving Clubs will receive a 100th birthday present from a Rudd Labor Government, with the announcement that we will provide up to $10,000 to every Club in Australia to install a rainwater tank or contribute towards a larger water saving project.
New Beresfield Business Opens - 19 October 2007
Sharon Grierson will tonight join 2006 Telstra NSW Business Woman of the Year Margaret Lomas to officially open the new Beresfield Branch of her company, Destiny Financial Solutions.
Sharon Grierson will tonight join 2006 Telstra NSW Business Woman of the Year Margaret Lomas to officially open the new Beresfield Branch of her company, Destiny Financial Solutions.
Labor' Positive Plans for Young People - 18 October 2007
Sharon Grierson will tonight outline Labor's positive plans for the future of our young people to a students' forum at Newcastle University.
Sharon Grierson will tonight outline Labor's positive plans for the future of our young people to a students' forum at Newcastle University.
More Nurses for our Hospitals - 17 October 2007
Sharon Grierson says Labor's plan to put 9,250 extra nurses into Australia's hospital system is great news for Newcastle.
Sharon Grierson says Labor's plan to put 9,250 extra nurses into Australia's hospital system is great news for Newcastle.
2 Days Left to Enrol - 16 October 2007
Sharon Grierson is today reminding young people that new enrolments for the federal election close at 8pm Wednesday night.
Sharon Grierson is today reminding young people that new enrolments for the federal election close at 8pm Wednesday night.
A Strong Voice in the Rudd Labor Team - 15 October 2007
Sharon Grierson says she is looking forward to promoting Kevin Rudd's new leadership and positive plans for the future over the course of the election campaign.
Sharon Grierson says she is looking forward to promoting Kevin Rudd's new leadership and positive plans for the future over the course of the election campaign.
Shadow Minister meets with Aged Care Stakeholders - 12 October 2007
Senator Jan McClucas, Shadow Minister for Ageing, Disabilities and Carers, and Sharon Grierson MP, Member for Newcastle, will be meeting with aged care stakeholders to hear their concerns about aged care services.
Senator Jan McClucas, Shadow Minister for Ageing, Disabilities and Carers, and Sharon Grierson MP, Member for Newcastle, will be meeting with aged care stakeholders to hear their concerns about aged care services.
Thornton Community Forum Invites Broadband Feedback - 10 October 2007
Shadow Minister for Communications, Senator Stephen Conroy, and Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson, have invited residents and small business people to a forum to discuss problems with access to Broadband in Thornton.
Shadow Minister for Communications, Senator Stephen Conroy, and Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson, have invited residents and small business people to a forum to discuss problems with access to Broadband in Thornton.
Newcastle Community Volunteer Awards Presentation - 8 October 2007
Sharon Grierson will present Community Volunteer Awards to over 60 individuals and groups, recognising the outstanding voluntary work, achievements and contributions made by members of the Newcastle community.
Sharon Grierson will present Community Volunteer Awards to over 60 individuals and groups, recognising the outstanding voluntary work, achievements and contributions made by members of the Newcastle community.
Overlander Project Great News for Newcastle - 5 October 2007
Sharon Grierson today congratulated Varley Group for securing about $100 million worth of work on Defence's Overlander vehicle project.
Sharon Grierson today congratulated Varley Group for securing about $100 million worth of work on Defence's Overlander vehicle project.
Abbott Mocks Medicare Licence for PET Scanner - 14 September 2007
The Health Minister, Tony Abott, yetserday revealed his true feelings on the Mater PET Scanner, using Question Time in Federal parliament to mock Fedela Labor for promising to fully fund its Medicare licence.
The Health Minister, Tony Abott, yetserday revealed his true feelings on the Mater PET Scanner, using Question Time in Federal parliament to mock Fedela Labor for promising to fully fund its Medicare licence.
Labor to Deliver PET Cancer Scanner Medicare Licence - 7 September 2007
Labor Leader Kevin Rudd and Health Spokesperson Nicola Roxon announced today that a Labor government will provide a Medicare licence for theNewcastle Mater Hospital
Labor Leader Kevin Rudd and Health Spokesperson Nicola Roxon announced today that a Labor government will provide a Medicare licence for the
PET Scanner: It's About Lives Bob, Not Elections - 4 September 2007
Federal Member for Newcastle Sharon Grierson says Bob Baldwin misses the point. Gaining a Medicare license has always been about helping detect cancer and providing best treatment solutions for people of the Hunter - not Bob Baldwin pulling a 'rAbbott' out of the election hat!
Federal Member for Newcastle Sharon Grierson says Bob Baldwin misses the point. Gaining a Medicare license has always been about helping detect cancer and providing best treatment solutions for people of the Hunter - not Bob Baldwin pulling a 'rAbbott' out of the election hat!
No Nuclear Under Labor - 24 August 2007
The only way for people in Newcastle, the Hunter Valley and Port Stephens to ensure they don't have one of John Howard's 25 nuclear reactors built in their backyard is to vote for a Rudd Labor Government at the next Federal Election.
The only way for people in Newcastle, the Hunter Valley and Port Stephens to ensure they don't have one of John Howard's 25 nuclear reactors built in their backyard is to vote for a Rudd Labor Government at the next Federal Election.
Opening of New Mining Vehicle Workshop - 24 August 2007
Sharon Grierson has officially opened Vought Engineering Services' new Tomago workshop which will manufacture and service the new Highlander Shuttle Car for use in the underground mining industry.
Sharon Grierson has officially opened Vought Engineering Services' new Tomago workshop which will manufacture and service the new Highlander Shuttle Car for use in the underground mining industry.
Steel Pipe Job Cuts - 17 August 2007
Speaking from an Economics Committee hearing with the Governor of the Reserve Bank at the Gold Coast, Sharon Grierson said she was angry that more jobs had been lost in Newcastle.
Speaking from an Economics Committee hearing with the Governor of the Reserve Bank at the Gold Coast, Sharon Grierson said she was angry that more jobs had been lost in Newcastle.
Welcome Revitalisation for the City Centre - 15 August 2007
Federal Member for Newcastle Sharon Grierson has welcomed the release of plans by GPT to revitalise Newcastle's central business district.
Federal Member for Newcastle Sharon Grierson has welcomed the release of plans by GPT to revitalise Newcastle's central business district.
International Youth Day: Enrol to Vote and Have Your Say - 12 August 2007
On International Youth Day, Sharon Grierson has released the results of a survey of young Novocastrians and urged all young people to make sure they are correctly enrolled to vote.
On International Youth Day, Sharon Grierson has released the results of a survey of young Novocastrians and urged all young people to make sure they are correctly enrolled to vote.
Rates Rise Hits Home Around Newcastle - 8 August 2007
Today's interest rates rise - the 5th since John Howard promised to keep rates low in 2004 - will cause more pain for Newcastle families already struggling with the high cost of living.
Today's interest rates rise - the 5th since John Howard promised to keep rates low in 2004 - will cause more pain for Newcastle families already struggling with the high cost of living.
Solar Cities Bid: A Missed Opportunity - 20 July 2007
Sharon Grierson says it is disappointing that the Newcastle City Council led Solar Cities bid has been rejected by the Federal Government.
More Smoke & Mirrors From Howard on Climate Change - 18 July 2007
Sharon Grierson has expressed concern at the Howard Government's latest climate change policy manoeuvring.
ACCC Court Action - 13 July 2007
Sharon Grierson says it is disappointing that the Newcastle City Council led Solar Cities bid has been rejected by the Federal Government.
More Smoke & Mirrors From Howard on Climate Change - 18 July 2007
Sharon Grierson has expressed concern at the Howard Government's latest climate change policy manoeuvring.
ACCC Court Action - 13 July 2007
Sharon Grierson has welcomed the announcement that the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission is taking action in relation to misleading conduct relating to two Newcastle car dealerships.
Cost of Living Pressures on Older Australians - 13 July 2007
Sharon Grierosn has urged all Novocastrians worried about the cost of living for older people to make their views known to a Senate inquiry established by Labor to investigate the issue.
Labor Committed to a Clean Coal Future - 11 July 2007
Shadow Minister for Resources & Energy Chris Evans is in Newcastle with Sharon Grierson to discuss the implementation of a $60 million clean coal project in NSW and the opportunities for a large carbon capture unit on an existing power station.
Delays Cost Newcastle Cancer Patients - 10 July 2007
The Howard Government must come clean on last night's 7.30 Report allegations of scientific fraud in relation to a report into Medicare funding for Positron Emission Tomography (PET) cancer scans.
Labor to Tackle Housing Affordability - 2 July 2007
Kevin Rudd's New Directions Paper on Housing Affordability puts forward options to help people in Newcastle reduce their mortgage burden and help those not in the property market to save for their first home.
Newcastle Schools Funding Announced - 29 June 2007
Commonwealth grants totalling $272,800 have been awarded to four Newcastle schools today.
Inquiry Needed into Company Collapses - 28 June 2007
Labor's call for an inquiry into the collapses of Westpoint, Fincorp and Australian Capital Reserve will help to protect investors, contractors and employees caught up in any future company collapses.
Labor Calls for Investigation into Secret Dirt Units - 25 June 2007
Labor has asked the Auditor-General to investigate secret Howard Government dirt units, which were revealed in the Bulletin last week.
Newcastle Disappointed by Defence Ships Contract - 19 June 2007
Sharon Grierson is disappointed that the Howard Government's chosen contractor for Defence's Amphibious Ship building contract does not appear to include a role for Newcastle.
Broadband: 18th Attempt Still Gives Newcastle 2nd Best - 19 June 2007
At the 18th attempt to fix his national broadband crisis, all Mr Howard has come up with for Newcastle - Australia's 6th largest city - is a 2nd rate wireless network.
Recovery Effort an Inspiration - 16 June 2007
After visiting SES Headquarters, the Disaster Recovery Centre and the homes of affected residents in Hamilton with Labor Leader Kevin Rudd, Sharon Grierson said the recovery effort underway in Newcastle and the Hunter was an inspiration.
Official Opening of New Surf Life Saving Headquarters - 8 June 2007
Hunter Surf Life Saving will today officially open its new Headquarters, built with the assistance of a $311,300 Commonwealth grant.
Grierson Backs Newcastle Shipbuilding - 7 June 2007
Sharon Grierson today reaffirmed her support for Newcastle businesses' potential role in the construction of two new Australian Navy Amphibious Ships.
Greg Heys - 5 June 2007
Members of the Australian Labor Party in Newcastle are distressed at the death of their fellow member, Greg Heys, former Lord Mayor of Newcastle.
Telstra Job Losses a Sign of Workplace Insecurity - 5 June 2007
Sharon Grierson says Telstra must ensure proper processes are followed so the 219 workers who will lose their jobs by next February recieve their full entitlements and proper assistance to find other work.
World Environment Day - 5 June 2007
Sharon Grierson will today sign up to receive 100% green power to her home, and will join students at the Junction Public School to mark World Environment Day.
Our region will be at the forefront of a Rudd Labor Government's fight against climate change, with a $50 million commitment to an Australian Solar Institute in Newcastle.
$200k for Indigenous Training in Newcastle - 24 May 2007
Yarnteen Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders Corporation has recieved a Commonwealth grant of $236,264 to establish an Indigenous Creative Enterprise Centre.
Welcome Funding for Newcastle Researchers - 16 May 2007
Sharon Grierson has welcomed the announcement of a further $3.5 million in Commonwealth funding for joint clinical science and medical research facility in Newcastle.
Opening of Carrington Public School Works - 14 May 2007
Sharon Grierson will tomorow return to Carrington Public School to officially open new Commonwealth-funded works.
Grierson to Nominate in Rank & File Ballot - 1 May 2007
Sharon Grierson has today announced that she will seek endorsement in the rank and file preselection to determine National Labor's candidate for the seat of Newcastle at the next Federal Election.
Fort Refurbishment Finally Gets Firing - 23 April 2007
The additional $4 million in Commonwealth funding announced today should finally get Fort Scratchley firing again.
Novocastrians Presented with Australian Defence Medals - 17 April 2007
Sharon Grierson has presented Australian Defence Medals to thirteen Novocastrians at a special ceremony at Newcastle City Hall.
Fresh Calls for Stadium Upgrade - 11 April 2007
Novocastrians distraught at the retirement of Joey Johns can take some small comfort that the events of yesterday have refocussed the community on the need to finish the upgrade of the Stadium where so many of our Champion's magic moments were played out.
Fresh Calls for Stadium Upgrade - 11 April 2007
Novocastrians distraught at the retirement of Joey Johns can take some small comfort that the events of yesterday have refocussed the community on the need to finish the upgrade of the Stadium where so many of our Champion's magic moments were played out.
Newcastle Pays Tribute to Joey Johns: Our Champion - 10 April 2007
Sharon Grierson has today paid tribute to Andrew 'Joey' Johns, Newcastle's favourite son and one of the greaters players in the history of rugby league.
Sharon Grierson has today paid tribute to Andrew 'Joey' Johns, Newcastle's favourite son and one of the greaters players in the history of rugby league.
Lonely Birthday Party for Howard's WorkChoices - 26 March 2007
Sharon Grierson says the State election result shows that there is widespread community concern over the impact of John Howard's WorkChoices laws.
Sharon Grierson says the State election result shows that there is widespread community concern over the impact of John Howard's WorkChoices laws.
$30k for Newcastle Volunteer Groups - 22 March 2007
Sharon Grierson has congratulated the 13 Newcastle organisations which will share $29,963.99 in Commonwealth funding under the Volunteer Small Equipment Grants program.
Sharon Grierson has congratulated the 13 Newcastle organisations which will share $29,963.99 in Commonwealth funding under the Volunteer Small Equipment Grants program.
Your Rights At Work Public Forum - 19 March 2007
A public forum tonight will examine the impact of the Howard Government's industrial relations changes on working people in Newcastle.
Federal Funding for Local Disability Support Group - 15 March 2007
Sharon Grierson today announced a $99,000 federal grant to the Delando Corporation to assist its work of providing supported employment for people with disabilities.
A public forum tonight will examine the impact of the Howard Government's industrial relations changes on working people in Newcastle.
Federal Funding for Local Disability Support Group - 15 March 2007
Sharon Grierson today announced a $99,000 federal grant to the Delando Corporation to assist its work of providing supported employment for people with disabilities.
Working Women Struggle Under Howard - 7 March 2007
On International Women's Day (8th March) we should pause to examine the effects of the Howard Government's policies on women in our community.
On International Women's Day (8th March) we should pause to examine the effects of the Howard Government's policies on women in our community.
Education Scholarships Open - 19 February 2007
The Federal Member for Newcastle has today invited nominations for the 2007 Sharon Grierson Education Scholarships.
The Federal Member for Newcastle has today invited nominations for the 2007 Sharon Grierson Education Scholarships.
Howard's Climate Change Scaremongering - 15 February 2007
John Howard should stop scare-mongering over non-existent threats to coal-miners' jobs and start being part of climate change solutions already being undertaken in the Hunter.
John Howard should stop scare-mongering over non-existent threats to coal-miners' jobs and start being part of climate change solutions already being undertaken in the Hunter.
Private Health Reforms Welcome, But What About Medicare? - 15 February 2007
While welcoming new legislation to extend services for the 44.2% of Novocastrians who have private health insurance, Sharon Grierson questioned why there was nothing for those who relied on Medicare and the public health system.
While welcoming new legislation to extend services for the 44.2% of Novocastrians who have private health insurance, Sharon Grierson questioned why there was nothing for those who relied on Medicare and the public health system.
$2 Million in Road Safety Funding for Newcastle - 8 February 2007
Sharon Grierson has welcomed the allocation of over $2 million in Commonwealth funding for vital black-spot road safety projects in Newcastle.
Assurances Welcome on Nobbys - 2 February 2007
Sharon Grierson has welcomed reports that the Federal Environment Department will assess the proposed Nobbys Headland development to ensure it does not impact on the heritage values of Nobbys Lighthouse.
Sharon Grierson has welcomed reports that the Federal Environment Department will assess the proposed Nobbys Headland development to ensure it does not impact on the heritage values of Nobbys Lighthouse.
Early Childhood the Foundation for an Education Revolution - 29 January 2007
The first plank of Federal Labor's education revolution - a $450 million New Directions for Early Childhood Education program - will assist those children who are currently missing out on preschool in our region.
The first plank of Federal Labor's education revolution - a $450 million New Directions for Early Childhood Education program - will assist those children who are currently missing out on preschool in our region.
Fresh Ideas on Education to Benefit Newcastle - 23 January 2007
Labor's Education Revolution for Australia's Economic Future will significantly benefit Newcastle, which still has an unacceptably high teenage unemployment rate of 28.9% and a combined HECS debt of $106 million.