Oxley MP Michael Kemp takes on assistant shadow ministry roles Nambucca Valley Nambucca Valley - popup ad Nambucca Valley News by News Of The Area - Modern Media - August 2, 2024 The Coalition shadow cabinet in Nowra on Monday.THE COALITION’S renewed shadow cabinet met for the first time in Nowra on Monday, with Member for Oxley Michael Kemp participating as the new Shadow Assistant Minister for Emergency Services, and for Agriculture. Coffs Harbour MP and Nationals Deputy Leader Gurmesh Singh’s portfolio has also enjoyed an expansion, being named the new Shadow Minister for Regional Health, in addition to his shadow ministries of Emergency Services and the North Coast. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email us – media@newsofthearea.com.au Opposition leader Mark Speakman said the Coalition team is made up of years of experience across multiple sectors. “Our shadow ministers bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their roles, which they will use to deliver alternate solutions and help people through tough times like the current cost-of-living crisis. “We need to keep this Government in check and make sure it doesn’t sacrifice our economic security to meet the demands of its union mates.” NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said fresh faces will invigorate the Coalition team. “A part of being an effective Opposition is valuing the experience we have, while also bringing in fresh talent to shake things up,” Mr Saunders said. “I’m excited to welcome some extremely dedicated MPs into roles within shadow cabinet and I know they will bring new ideas to the table to benefit the people of NSW.”
