A screening of Just a Farmer in the theatre at Parliament House brought together both sides of politics. From left, Monash MP Mary Aldred, actor, writer and producer Leila McDougall, Speaker of the House of Representatives Milton Dick, Minister for Agriculture Julie Collins, Member for Paterson Meryl Swanson and Screen Producers Australia chair Kate Carnell.
By Mary Aldred
WITH four out of five weeks of the previous two months spent in Canberra for parliamentary sittings, it’s great to be back in the Bass Coast Post.
When asked about the role of a Federal MP, I often say there are two key jobs in the one role.
I make no secret about the fact my favourite side of the job is the local community work across the Monash electorate. From going in to bat for a constituent who has been messed around by their superannuation company, to fixing a telecommunications issue, through to speaking with veterans’ groups or working with a local food bank, or presenting a new Australian flag to a local school, these are just a few of the responsibilities I have the privilege of carrying out locally.
WITH four out of five weeks of the previous two months spent in Canberra for parliamentary sittings, it’s great to be back in the Bass Coast Post.
When asked about the role of a Federal MP, I often say there are two key jobs in the one role.
I make no secret about the fact my favourite side of the job is the local community work across the Monash electorate. From going in to bat for a constituent who has been messed around by their superannuation company, to fixing a telecommunications issue, through to speaking with veterans’ groups or working with a local food bank, or presenting a new Australian flag to a local school, these are just a few of the responsibilities I have the privilege of carrying out locally.
