Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines has called on the Federal Government to invest in the future of the rural health workforce, by funding a plan to make Albury Wodonga the Regional Health Education and Research Capital of Australia.

When I was elected as the member for Indi, I was given a clear mandate by the community to take meaningful action on climate change. I take this mandate very seriously. It is my responsibility, as a legislator and as an Independent member of parliament, to scrutinise each piece of legislation that comes before me on its individual merits.

At one point or another, we have all been a patient in the healthcare system. It’s a universal experience. But the quality of this experience can be greatly shaped by the interactions we have with a nurse, GP, physio or psychologist.

I believe the Voice to Parliament will have a practical impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. I believe that because I’ve seen the results when people are consulted and listened to when it comes to developing and implementing policies that affect their lives.

The Royal Commission’s recommendations, delivered almost two and half years ago, are still so important today.

Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines has announced the 2023-24 Volunteer Grants program is now open for Expressions of Interest.

Indi is one of the food bowls of our nation and today I want to acknowledge two of the community initiatives in Indi that promote sustainable healthy food.

Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines has announced 24 local businesses across Indi will share in $554,906 as part of the Energy Efficiency Grants for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises program.

On Tuesday evening, Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines welcomed Minister for Indigenous Australians, Linda Burney, and Yes23 Campaign Director, Dean Parkin, in front of a full house at The Cube in Wodonga for the ‘Understanding the Voice’ community forum.

Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines has announced $150,000 in grant funding going to Indi community organisations as part of the Stronger Communities Programme.