Member for Myall Lakes Tanya Thompson has secured The Nationals’ endorsement to contest the seat at the 2027 NSW election.
Party members from across the electorate endorsed Thompson’s candidacy, backing her to seek a second full term after first being elected in 2023.
Thompson said she was honoured by the support.
“Representing this electorate is something I never take for granted. I have fought hard for our communities over the past three years, and I remain committed to standing up for the people of Myall Lakes and delivering the services, infrastructure and investment our region deserves.”
Thompson said she was proud of what had been achieved while serving in opposition, pointing to advocacy on education, disaster recovery, community projects and healthcare.
“Together with our communities, we’ve fought to save Bobin Public School and Upper Lansdowne Public School, secured the future of important local sporting and community projects through grant funding, advocated for better disaster recovery support following the devastating floods, and continued the fight for better healthcare across our region.”
“I’ve worked tirelessly to hold the Government to account over the delays and uncertainty surrounding Stage 2 of the Manning Base Hospital redevelopment, and the Forster-Tuncurry Urgent Care Clinic, and stood alongside local families, businesses, volunteers and community groups every step of the way.”
Thompson said ensuring regional communities received their fair share of government investment remained a priority.
“Time and again we’ve seen our region overlooked by this Labor Government. Whether it’s health, roads, emergency services or community infrastructure, Myall Lakes deserves better, and I won’t stop fighting until we get our fair share.”
She said she would continue consulting with local communities and advocating on their behalf.
“One of the greatest privileges of this role is meeting with people right across our electorate, hearing their concerns and working alongside them to achieve positive outcomes. The people of Myall Lakes are passionate, resilient and fiercely proud of where they live, and they deserve a representative who will always put them first.”
Looking ahead to the 2027 election, Thompson said she remained focused on delivering for the electorate.
“There is still so much more to do. I will continue standing up for our farmers, small businesses, families, seniors, volunteers and regional communities. I’ll continue fighting for better healthcare, safer roads, stronger emergency services, investment in local infrastructure and the future of our region.”
“I’m incredibly proud to call Myall Lakes home, and I look forward to continuing to serve this wonderful community with the same determination, passion and commitment that I’ve brought since day one.”
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