The Nationals leader and Member for Murray Plains, Peter Walsh, said the end of the “bridge blockade insanity” has finally reunited twin towns the length of the Murray River. Mr Walsh said that means the devastated tourism industry can now launch an urgent Murray River renaissance to try and repair the extensive damage caused…
Regional communities have been hit hard by drought, bushfire and now the coronavirus pandemic. Travel bans put in place to stop the spread of COVID-19 meant visitation to country Victoria was smashed overnight. If we do not take bold steps now to restore Victoria’s tourism sector, our regional tourism businesses – which employ an estimated…
Member for Murray Plains Peter Walsh has called on the Andrews Labor Government to support community groups in regional Victoria to hold events that bring positive social and economic benefits to local communities. Speaking yesterday in State Parliament, Mr Walsh said Echuca’s iconic Southern 80 ski race, organised by the Moama Water Sports Club, was…
Thursday 22nd June 2017 I had the opportunity to open the 54th Rotary Club of Echuca-Moama steam rally a great event for Echuca. Over 700 exhibitors were in the rally and took great pride in restoring and bringing along the vintage machinery. Over 200 volunteers assisted and congratulations go to Cliff Downey as the event organiser for all…
7 September 2015 Leader of The Nationals and Member for Murray Plains Peter Walsh wants to know the electorate view on the public holiday that nobody really wants. The Melbourne Labor Government has declared a Grand Final eve public holiday on Friday 2nd October. This holiday will cost Victoria about $1b in lost productivity and…
4 August 2015 – Member’s Statement Mr WALSH – An exciting new family attraction in Echuca twistED – science at play has been designed for the curious of all ages to challenge minds and spark curiosity with science play. The centre opened just four months ago and last week won first place in the new tourism category of…
