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Friday, November 22, 2024

Alicia Payne

Alicia Payne

Volunteers at the heart of the Canberra community

At the heart of our community is the invaluable contribution of volunteers. From schools to sporting clubs, charity organisations and environmental conservation groups, volunteers play an indispensable role in shaping and enriching Canberra.

Albanese Labor Government policies take effect in July

1 July brings several important changes to improve the lives of Australians and shape a brighter future for the nation.

Seeing a doctor is now more affordable

In her opinion piece this month, Alicia Payne writes about affordable health care in Canberra.

Securing the future of our national institutions

One of the great privileges of living in the national capital is our access to our national cultural and historical institutions.

Canberrans deserve better access to affordable health care

News that affordable healthcare provider Hobart Place General Practice will shut its doors next month was blow to the Canberra community.

The Voice is about recognition and consultation

When Australians go to the polls later this year, they will be asked to change the constitution to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

‘Go Local First’ where possible this summer

It’s been another massive year in the capital and I know Canberrans are looking forward to a well-earned break this Christmas season.

Alicia Payne: Proud to support territory rights

Sitting in the Senate chamber last Thursday listening to powerful speeches in support from across political lines, it felt like the weight of history was on our side.

Alicia Payne: Getting our nation back on track

I’m proud that there is a lot in the Budget for our Nation’s Capital – investing in its people, our environment, infrastructure, and the public service which serves all Australians.

National Institutions play key role in Australian life

Earlier this month I was thrilled to join in a very special celebration at the National Museum of Australia marking the opening of two new galleries.

Multi-pronged policy response to homelessness

Homelessness is raised with me frequently as a local representative by a number of different people or groups in Canberra, writes Alicia Payne.

A decade of environmental neglect to end under Labor

The May election made it clear that Australians want a government that cares about our environment.
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