The closure of Waterfall Way for the fifth time in less than 12 months has reignited calls to invest in a viable and safe alternate route. Some locals are now calling the drive ‘Rockfall Way’.
Michael Kemp
Posted inEnvironment, Local News
Koala ‘misinformation’ cry as population counts soar
Fresh data reveals Australia’s koala count could be much higher than previously thought, as a contentious park to protect the species is called into question.
Posted inCrime, Kempsey Shire, NSW Politics
Kempsey included in new youth crime prevention package
Kempsey will receive new youth crime prevention funding under a $23 million NSW Government package, with Member for Oxley Michael Kemp calling for stronger laws and greater accountability for repeat youth offenders.
Posted inCrime, Kempsey Shire, NSW Politics
Weak bail laws failing regional communities, says Kemp
NSW Opposition MP Michael Kemp says weak bail laws are failing regional communities after violent youth offenders in Kempsey were granted bail despite serious repeat offences.
Posted inCrime, Local News, News, NSW Politics, Politics, Social issues and services
Regional crime inquiry gets green light
National Party politicians have been congratulating each other on the establishment of a new inquiry into community safety and crime in regional NSW this week.
Posted inCommunity development, Local News
Veteran community grants now open
Community groups, RSL sub-branches and councils across NSW can now apply for up to $3,000 through the 2025 Veteran Community Grants Program to support projects that honour and assist veterans and their families.