Bushfires and Planning Policy
September 11, 2025
Over recent weeks I have become aware of changes proposed by the New South Wales Government to the assessment of bushfire risk and the role of the Rural Fire Service in how planning decisions are made. The possibility of changes that weaken the consideration...
Read MorePublic Interest Debate: The Great Koala National Park
September 10, 2025
The announcement of the creation of the Great Koala National Park is a proud moment for New South Wales. It will join the honour roll of other great decisions to create national parks in our State and around the world. In New South Wales,...
Read MoreSmall Businesses in Wakehurst
August 08, 2025
One of the many great things about being the member for Wakehurst is getting to meet so many small business owners across the electorate. They are highly motivated people who have a vision and make things happen. Some run established businesses and have spent...
Read MoreQuestion Time - Northern Beaches Hospital
August 06, 2025
Mr MICHAEL REGAN (Wakehurst) (12:08): My question is directed to the Minister for Health. Will the Minister update Northern Beaches Hospital staff and their representatives on how they will be kept informed regarding the future operation of the hospital? The staff and the broader community need...
Read MoreCounty Road Reserve
June 27, 2025
I reiterate my strong and long-held support for upgrading the County Road Reserve sports field in Belrose. The northern beaches is facing a significant and growing sports field shortage. It is being driven by increased participation, particularly in women's and over‑35s competitions, and a...
Read MoreHave Your Say Day
June 05, 2025
I share how pleased I was to attend the recent Have Your Say Day last month. It was held at Northern Beaches Secondary College Freshwater Senior Campus. This event was incredibly impressive and very inspiring.
Read MoreE-bike safety
June 05, 2025
The explosion in private e-bike use over recent years is both a challenge and an opportunity. It is a challenge, in that rapid uptake, particularly by young people, and widespread noncompliance with existing rules is creating hazards for riders, pedestrians and other road users....
Read MoreSupporting Sporting Infrastructure
June 04, 2025
I support the motion moved by the member for Pittwater. I am grateful to her for bringing this matter to the attention of the House. In December 2023 the New South Wales Office of Sport called me to advise of the immediate closure of...
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