NSW has its seventh Premier in a decade! As Gladys Berejiklian takes office and a new cabinet is sworn in today, below are some issues I think that need to be focused on. However, I am not holding my breath. Continue reading

Housing affordability is going to continue to be a big issue. I believe Labor still has the best policy to address this issue.  There is no question that negative gearing on investment properties has distorted our housing market. A $600,000 home for a couple who wish to live in it will cost them $700 a week in principle and interest repayments. That same home if purchased by an investor will cost $100 week after tax deductions and depreciation.  Continue reading

Today, Justice Moore of the NSW Land and Environment Court dismissed court action by the Liberal dominated Lane Cove Council against the Baird Liberal Government's plans to force the amalgamation of Lane Cove, Hunters Hill and Ryde Councils. Continue reading

On Election Day I volunteered handing out how-to-vote cards for our local Labor Candidate Peter Hayes.  The issue of "saving Medicare" was a topical issue.  Continue reading

The Sydney Metro Strategy for new dwellings in Lane Cove has increased demand for student places at local State Public Schools and State High Schools. Continue reading