Scott Farlow MLC | Politician
Scott Farlow MLC
Phone: +61 2 9230 3786
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25.01.2022 During this time of Chuseok, and on the eve of Gaecheonjeol, it was a pleasure to meet with my friend the Korean Consul-General Sangwoo Hong to discuss how Korea is managing their response to COVID-19, and share lessons from our New South Wales experience. This will be a very different Chuseok for those in Korea and here in the NSW Korean community, and I would like to wish all of the Korean community Chuseok jal ji nae sae yo. Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney
24.01.2022 Construction has commenced on the $2.46 million upgrade to sports facilities at Grant Park in Enfield! The project involves a major renovation to amenities at the park and improved pedestrian links to Enfield Aquatic Centre and Henley Park, and has been supported by a $1 million grant from the NSW Government Greater Sydney Sports Facilities Fund. The Grant Park upgrades will provide a multi-use facility for residents of all ages and abilities across the Inner West to visit an...d enjoy, and it was fantastic to catch up with the Mayor of Burwood John Faker to inspect the construction works. Burwood Council
23.01.2022 Outdoor dining Public performances by local artists Late night cultural institutions Flexible public transport... With the start of summer only 59 days away, we're working hard to reinvigorate the CBD economy to support businesses and create jobs in our new COVID normal environment. We've today announced a $20 million lifeline to help get Sydney back on its feet - getting rid of unnecessary red tape and reviving our city as a vibrant exciting place to visit, eat, shop, and enjoy. What would you like to see in your COVID normal Sydney CBD? Let me know in the comments below !
21.01.2022 Portfolio Committee No. 6 is holding its second hearing into the point to point transport industry today. #nswpol #nswtransport Watch live: https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/Pages/webcasts.aspx
19.01.2022 We're committed to the creation of jobs, jobs, and more jobs - and construction will drive the way to achieving this goal. I joined Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services Gareth Ward at the new Anglicare Sydney Minto Village site, where we participated in the top out ceremony - an ancient ceremony involving placing a tree and signing the top most point of a new construction project. This fantastic new 7 building facility consists of a residential aged care facility and 220 retirement village apartments - with 110 being supported through the Social and Affordable Housing Fund - and has created 2,000 jobs during the construction period - with 70 permanent jobs once the facility is operating. Supporting construction = supporting jobs !
19.01.2022 Well done NSW - great testing figures!
19.01.2022 Remembering our fallen Police heroes
18.01.2022 #Breaking - Queensland border to open to all of NSW as of December 1! I'm really glad to see that common sense has prevailed, which will allow families to reunite and businesses to get back to work.
18.01.2022 Eased COVID-19 restrictions are now in place. Here’s a a reminder of what’s in place from today.
17.01.2022 7 days of 0 local cases. Keep it going NSW
17.01.2022 After what has been a year that many of us would rather forget, I thought that I I would take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and all the very best wishes for the New Year. Many of us have been looking forward to this Christmas and New Year as a new beginning, where we could leave the difficulties of 2020 behind. Unfortunately, the recent COVID outbreak has reminded us all that we are still living through a global pandemic and there will ...constantly be twists and turns. This Christmas will be like no other with border closures, visitor restrictions, thousands in isolation across the State and many participating in online church services. Our community has shown resilience through this year, it’s shown that we can come together and I think we are all reminded of how lucky we are to live in Australia and particularly New South Wales, where we have fared better than most through this challenging time. My thoughts and best wishes are with those on the front line - our valiant health professionals, contact tracing teams, police, and everybody who will be working hard over the Christmas period in order to ensure that we all remain safe as we navigate this pandemic. I also send my thoughts and wishes to those who are in self isolation over the Christmas period. Your sacrifice is not only protecting yourself and your loved ones, but protecting everybody in New South Wales. I would like to thank you for all of your support throughout the year, for the work you have done and for the individual sacrifices you have made throughout the year to help our State be in the position it is today. Once again, from my family to yours, Merry Christmas.
15.01.2022 If you're going away this weekend, make sure that you get to your destination safely. Double demerits are now in force for the long weekend, with NSW Police Force targeting speeding. Stay safe, and enjoy the long weekend!
15.01.2022 More families can attend community sports, music ensembles, and school camps can proceed, and some dancing at weddings is now allowed under a relaxation of COVID-19 safety rules. The changes mean that: More than one parent can attend community sporting activities... Up to 20 people in the official Wedding Party may now dance For schools : Community Languages Schools Program will recommence face to face learning Interschool activities can recommence (from Sept. 26) Playing wind instruments, singing and chanting is permitted (with strict restrictions) Year 6 formals and graduations are permitted High school formals are permitted from November 12 (to limit HSC disruption) Excursions and camps can resume Kindergarten orientation, Year 7 transitions can resume These restriction relaxations are in line with health advice, and in line with the low case numbers that we have seen.
15.01.2022 COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS EASED #Breaking news - from 12:01AM on Friday morning, COVID-19 restrictions in the Greater Sydney, Central Coast and Wollongong will be eased. Hospitality venues, function centres, and other areas that were covered by the 4 square metre rule now revert to the 2 square metre rule (with the exception of gyms).... Weddings and funerals will be capped to 300 attendees. Masks will remain compulsory on public transport - including taxis and Ubers - but will no longer be mandatory for other areas including hospitality venues and places of worship. It is still strongly recommended that masks be worn if you cannot guarantee social distancing, or if you have additional risk factors. It is important to remember that we are still living with the global pandemic, and it is critical that you get tested should you show any COVID-19 symptoms.
11.01.2022 We want to get more people returning to work - but we need to ensure that safety comes first. We've heard how people are concerned about social distancing and safety when travelling on our rail networks - and that's why we've today introduced COVID safe travel notifications on the Opal app, complementing other existing measures including additional cleaning and green dots. This new feature provides real time alerts on how many people are using a particular service, using real time and predictive data - allowing you to make an informed decision on your travel plans. More information: https://bit.ly/2U7Yo9U
10.01.2022 Korea is a fantastic trading partner to NSW - they're our third largest export market and our fourth largest two-way trade partner. I was honoured to give the opening remarks at the NSW-Korea Business Forum today - and to again catch up with Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Sydney Sangwoo Hong, a great supporter of NSW.
10.01.2022 Electric vehicles have many benefits - but right now, they're not paying their fair share. Did you know that when you fill your car up with fuel you're paying 42.3c per litre in fuel excise, which helps pay for the roads we drive on? EVs don't use fuel, and therefore are not paying towards the roads - despite having the same impact on them. The Australian Automobile Association, representing the nation’s peak motoring bodies including The NRMA, has released research s...howing 80% of Australians want electric vehicle owners to contribute to transport costs. I spoke recently on this in Parliament - watch what I had to say
08.01.2022 Daylight saving starts tomorrow - don't forget to wind your forward an hour before you go to tonight, and enjoy an extra COVID safe hour of fun in the
08.01.2022 Almost 22,000 businesses are now using the Service NSW QR code system which is easy to use, and safe. Electronic registration systems such as QR codes are now mandatory for recording the names and contact details of patrons at venues. QR codes are easy to use, and help NSW Health with rapid contact tracing should it be required. The information provided is securely stored for 28 days for the sole purpose of contact tracing and can be instantly accessed by NSW Health if needed.... After this time, it is destroyed. For customers who do not have access to a smartphone, venues should record their contact details and time of entry using an electronic device. If there is an internet outage, venues can record the necessary contact details manually and then enter them electronically, for example into a spreadsheet such as Excel. Sign up for your Service NSW QR code now - https://bit.ly/35TDfa1
06.01.2022 School holidays + sick babysitter = excursion to Daddy’s work and a visit to the NSW Legislative Council chamber.
05.01.2022 Keep it going NSW! Remember, any signs of COVID-19 , make sure you get a test - https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics.
05.01.2022 Latest update from Gladys Berejiklian & Brad Hazzard on restrictions applying from 27-30 December for the Northern Beaches (Nth & Sth), & Greater Sydney (inc. Blue Mountains, Central Coast, Wollongong) #covid19nsw
05.01.2022 A very special message from Premier Gladys Berejiklian for our Korean community as they celebrate Korean National Foundation Day, Gaecheonjeol, which marks the first Korean state of Gojoseon in 2333 BC. A Nation with rich history and a very bright future, of which Australia and NSW will continue to play a strong part in. https://youtu.be/KtkZEXEn_5g
05.01.2022 New restrictions are in place for New Year’s Eve across Greater Sydney.
04.01.2022 Coming soon - the new Fairfield Showground Grandstand! Today I joined Mayor of Fairfield Frank Carbone at the redeveloped Fairfield Showground, where the NSW Government has provided $7 million for the construction of the new $10 million grandstand as part of our COVID recovery stimulus package and our commitment to creating jobs, jobs, and more jobs. This project will provide a 1,000-seat grandstand featuring tiered seating, change rooms and amenities, kitchen, bar and cantee...n facilities, ticket booth and social and VIP viewing areas. The new grandstand will help the redeveloped Fairfield Showground become one of the leading community sport and recreation facilities in south west Sydney. It is the next stage of the $28 million Showground redevelopment, which already includes the completed festival arena, covered festival space, FIFA-accredited synthetic all-weather field, international turf sports field and multipurpose amenities building. Fairfield City Council
04.01.2022 At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. Lest We Forget. #RemembranceDay
03.01.2022 Latest update from Gladys Berejiklian and Brad Hazzard on new restrictions for NYE in Greater Sydney: 5 visitors to your home 30 for outdoor gatherings #COVID19nsw
03.01.2022 The Northern Beaches community and businesses did an outstanding job in helping control the spread of COVID-19 during the recent outbreak, and unfortunately the lockdown had a significant impact on many small businesses within the area. To support those businesses that have done it tough, we've announced hardship grants for Northern Beaches based small businesses and not for profit groups that have seen a significant decline in turnover due to the lockdown. Eligible small businesses and NFP's who have suffered a 30% or greater decline can receive a $3,000 grant, while those who have suffered a 50% or greater decline can receive a $5,000 grant. More information on the grants and how to apply will be made available on the Service NSW website in the coming weeks.
03.01.2022 Here’s the latest from Gladys Berejiklian, Brad Hazzard and Stuart Ayres on the restrictions in place for Greater Sydney on NYE are still on and the best place to watch them is at home on TV visitors (including children) are allowed in your home 50 people are allowed to gather outside in parks, etc... The Northern Beaches southern zone will continue with stay at home orders until 2 January, however 10 visitors are allowed to gather within the zone on New Years Eve and Day. The Northern Beaches peninsula zone will continue with stay at home orders until 9 January, however 5 visitors are allowed to gather within the zone on New Years Eve and Day. Regional NSW remains unchanged. #COVID19nsw
02.01.2022 The Sunset Piazza concert series is here! Featuring 32 nights of music, comedy and Italian food and drink at Cathedral Square, this fantastic series is supported by the NSW Government and City of Sydney as part of our COVID recovery package. All tickets are $25, and can be purchased at https://bit.ly/3t4q6V9
01.01.2022 Farmers are the backbone of our food chain, and have been working hard through drought and the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that we have the food and fibre we depend on. Let's all take a moment today to celebrate the extraordinary efforts of our farmers! #DidYouKnow that the agriculture sector employs around 83,300 people in NSW - around 2% of our workforce! #AgDayAU AustralianFarmers
01.01.2022 48 hours after Treasurer Dom Perrottet MP handed down the budget, and all they can come up with is asking where they can go to dinner? We're focused on delivering jobs, jobs, and more jobs for NSW - which I highlighted today in Parliament
