Stuart Ayres in Penrith, New South Wales | Politician

Stuart Ayres

Locality: Penrith, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4722 8660

Address: [email protected] Penrith, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.stuartayres.com.au

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25.01.2022 A new University of Sydney campus will anchor the Westmead Health and Innovation District. One of Australia’s most exciting economic development precincts. This city shaping and intergenerational investment by both the NSW Government and the University will no doubt change Western Sydney for the better. The future of one of our nations truly great public institutions is firmly planted in Sydney’s west.... https://www.stuartayres.com.au//world-class-new-university https://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/westmead

25.01.2022 Talking to Sky News about how restriction changes, borders opening and a rebounding economy are all good news for the Tourism industry across NSW...there is still a fair way to go but we can see the green shoots.

25.01.2022 Talking flood risk and flood mitigation in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley. To learn more about your flood risk please listen here and visit the https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/hawkesbury-nepean-floods/

24.01.2022 2020 school presentations done differently.... congratulations Flynn Cole of St.Dominic's College Kingswood on your outstanding year. Other award recipients can be found here: https://www.stdominics.nsw.edu.au//2020-st-dominics-coll/

24.01.2022 Have Your Say on the Nepean Hospital Stage 2 Redevelopment Community members are invited to participate in the planning and design of Stage 2 of the $1 billion Nepean Hospital Redevelopment, which includes a transformation of hospital and community-based health services. The register your interest campaign will run for two months before feedback sessions start in February 2021.... Stage 2 of the Nepean Redevelopment, which is funded by the NSW Government, will include a new intensive care unit, cardiology services, in-centre renal dialysis unit, medical imaging and nuclear medicine services, more beds, staff education and training facilities, community health services and a new front of house for the hospital. For more information or to have your say, visit http://www.nepeanredevelopment.health.nsw.gov.au//have-you

24.01.2022 https://education.parliament.nsw.gov.au/ learning about Parliament just got easier! Introducing the new Parliamentary Education website, a dedicated online space for teachers and students to engage with their State Parliament Parliament of NSW

23.01.2022 Congratulations to Shayna Logan and Gabriel Methner, local recipients of Bert Evans Scholarships. Shayna and Gabriel have shown tremendous determination to develop their skills in vocational education and training and are commended for their outstanding efforts! The scholarship program is named in honour of the late Bert Evans AO, a passionate advocate of vocational education for more than 30 years and provides recipients with $5,000 each year over three years.

23.01.2022 School Formals School Graduations Good news for our school students.

22.01.2022 Check out how the Everyone Can Play (ECP) program is being put into action in Penrith. The ECP program is a NSW Government commitment to support councils to renew, renovate and build inclusive playspaces across all of NSW to ensure people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds can play.

22.01.2022 Caddens Corner opening November 2020, a great boost to the Western Sydney economy. Check out the link below for more details: https://www.facebook.com/251142965231407/posts/1362603234085369/

21.01.2022 Did you know that spinal cord injuries impact more than 400 people in NSW each year with car accidents the leading cause followed by falls, colliding with a person or object, water related activities and other sporting injuries? It was my pleasure to visit Spinal Cord Injuries Australia/ NeuroMoves Penrith to announce funding of $39,358 for the purchase of new specialised equipment (Xcite) for their community exercise service. Xcite is vital for the treatment of individuals ...with neurological conditions. Xcite uses electrical pulses to promote muscle movement patters and helps strengthen weak muscles in people with paralysis. NeuroMoves by SCIA

20.01.2022 Western Sydney Airport terminal to start construction in 2021. COVID hasnt slowed down delivering the Aerotropolis and the Airport https://www.smh.com.au//construction-of-new-sydney-airport

20.01.2022 Being connected in a community is so important... Community Transport will take on a new look in Penrith, Blue Mountains and Blacktown regions with the launch of Active Care Network today. It brings together GREAT Community Transport and Easy Go Connect. In addition to their long experience as transport providers they also bring on a range of new services. ... Congratulations!

20.01.2022 Penrith is renowned for its strong community spirit with many locals volunteering their time to selflessly assist others. I was pleased to speak in Parliament to recognise two such fantastic volunteers from our community, Aaron Tyers and Gai Hawthorn.

19.01.2022 Level 1 water restrictions for Penrith households have been lifted and replaced with Water Wise Guidelines. Under Water Wise Guidelines, drinking water can be used to water lawns and gardens, before 10 am and after 4 pm, using a hand-held hose fitted with a trigger nozzle, sprinklers or standard watering systems. For more information visit https://www.sydneywater.com.au/guidelines

19.01.2022 Like everything else in 2020 this New Years Eve will be a little different and have a lot less people. A restricted zone will be in operation that will require you to have a NYE Pass to access it. To get more info on NYE please visit nsw.gov.au/NYE

19.01.2022 Thinking of getting a furry friend this Christmas? Why not adopt from one of the many shelters. You’ll get a new furry best friend and give them a second chance at a loving home.

18.01.2022 You have a bushfire plan but do you have a flood plan? The bathtub effect makes the Hawkesbury-Nepean flood particularly dangerous. Do you know your flood risk? ... Are you prepared to respond in the event of a flood? Visit this NSW SES website to find out more... https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/hawkesbury-nepean-floods/

18.01.2022 Latest update on COVID-19 safety measures

18.01.2022 Momentum building at Tech Central as we launch EOI for operators of our 8,000sqm scale up hub. Tech Central is another clear marker that Sydney is Tech Capital of the Asia-Pacific in a post COVID world. For more information on the EOI:... https://global.nsw.gov.au//GOVT1294_NSW%20TREASURY%20SYD%2

16.01.2022 Quick visual fact check on Warragamba Dam wall raising: - Blue line = Water height for current wall.... - Red line = Temporary water height when holding back flood waters behind a higher wall. Raising the dam wall will significantly reduce downstream impacts of future floods. Raising the dam wall WILL NOT allow new development below the 1 in 100 (1% chance per year) flood level. Which has been an agreed development control for many years now.

16.01.2022 Tickets on sale for Hamilton... You dont want to miss this one! https://hamiltonmusical.com.au

16.01.2022 Lapstone Public School is getting a new Library and administration facility! Construction contract awarded and early works to kick of this year.

15.01.2022 The Western Sydney Aerotropolis is really starting to take shape now! First Round of Precinct Plans State Infrastructure Contributions Long term infrastructure identified... Jobs and Investment ready For more https://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/aerotropolis

15.01.2022 The upgraded Ironbark Reserve Playspace at Cranebrook is now open. Our parks and playgrounds are an important part of everyday life where people of all ages can join in the outdoors to have fun, keep active and build friendships. This upgrade was partially funded through the NSW Governments Everyone Can Play Grant Program, a program about creating inclusive playspaces across NSW.

14.01.2022 It was my pleasure today to congratulate and present Penrith JPs, Mr John Cowen, Mr Raymond Carlin and Mr James Mason with certificates for 50 years’ service to the NSW community. It is a remarkable achievement to provide half a century of service as a JP, and one that deserves to be honoured.

14.01.2022 Sports clubs and local councils are encouraged to apply for a grant through the NSW Governments Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program which is now open. The program is all about ensuring clubs were equipped to respond to life-threatening emergencies. For more information please visit: https://sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants/defibrillator

14.01.2022 Pleased to be delivering Penrith its first synthetic track to benefit our local athletics clubs. Cranebrook Little Athletics Centre Nepean Senior Athletics Emu Plains Little Athletics Centre Penrith Valley Athletics Jamison Little Athletics Werrington Athletics

14.01.2022 Restrictions eased for Christmas. More people will be allowed to gather at home to celebrate Christmas and the New Year period safely with family and friends with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions From Tuesday, 1 December:... Up to 50 people (currently 20) can visit a residence as long as an outdoor space is being utilised, however, it’s recommended no more than 30 people gather if the residence has no outdoor area.

14.01.2022 Not as many people can attend the #PinkTest at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) as we would like but you can still support McGrath Foundation by buying your own pink seat like I did... pinktest.com.au

14.01.2022 Great to see the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre reopening tonight on a COVID Safe way. Tickets from the box office....on 4723 7600 or buy tickets at the door before the show. https://westernweekender.com.au//the-show-must-go-on-sta/

13.01.2022 Whether its our fantastic local Public Schools celebrating Education Week 2020 or our independent schools celebrating uniqueness and inclusiveness its great to see all our students Learning Together. With school done differently this year many schools are holding virtual assemblies, making videos and sending out special Enews so that family and visitors can still join the celebrations. In School celebrations include kitchen gardens, colour runs, making 2 dimensional bo...dy shapes, athletics and artworks. Can you spot your school in the video? (Thanks to our schools for providing the images for this video compilation)

13.01.2022 Some cool Penrith history here

13.01.2022 Wine In Murrumbateman, Rail trails for Goulburn, Wooley socks in Crookwell and Wombats in Taralga...there is a lot to see and do on the Southern Tablelands of NSW. Wendy Tuckerman MP

12.01.2022 Sydney gives the world the bright start to 2021 it really needed. #NYE Daniel Tran

12.01.2022 Thank you to the Vietnam Veterans of Coffs Harbour who allowed me to participate in the Long Tan Day service along side Gurmesh Singh - MP given work had taken me away from the St Marys Outpost today. Never Forgotten.

12.01.2022 Ok so you don’t see this every day.... Orianna Salkic from Emu Plains Public School has never missed a day of school from Kindergarten to Year 6. That deserves a special shout out. ... Outstanding!

12.01.2022 The upgrade to Lapstone Station is now underway. This upgrade will provide safer, accessible and more modern access for customers using the station and create over 450 jobs during the project.

12.01.2022 It’s time for a road trip.... Check out Episode 1 of the Destination NSW ‘The Long Road’ series with Ocean Alley on the Kosciuszko Apline Way.

11.01.2022 We will remember them.

11.01.2022 The increased dam wall is for flood mitigation only and not storage, this is a choice about where temporary inundation occurs; behind the dam wall or in peoples living rooms, streets and businesses. https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au//0b2a6e5b9da18b33779e17f

10.01.2022 Be part of naming the Aerotropolis... For more information on how to give us your suggestion click here http://www.wcaa.sydney/nametheplace... https://youtu.be/tWTyDJIwEtM

09.01.2022 The jobs and tourism portfolio is pretty diverse and so is the wonderful mid north coast of NSW. From Manufacturing Coaches and Trucks to Cultural and Sports event tourism there is a lot to see and do in this wonderful part of NSW. COVID maybe slowing us down a little but the task of supporting jobs has never been more important. ... Gurmesh Singh - MP Melinda Pavey

09.01.2022 The countdown is on! Next Saturday, September 5th is our once a year Gotcha4Life charity round. We will have 3 games from 10 am at Grey Gums Oval in Cranebroo...k! Funds raised on the day will be donated to Gotcha4Life to help them deliver much-needed support in the community at this unprecedented time when many are navigating challenging times. Help us improve awareness and build mental fitness within the community. Gus Worland will be at the ground from 1.30 pm PLUS you will be able to order our 2020 limited edition Gotcha4life jersey or Rugby League style training shirts Check out the timings for the day below we cant wait to see you there 10 am reserve grade 12 pm - 1st grade 2:15 pm - Ramettes #gotcha4life #mentalfitness #gotchamate #dontworryalone #zerosuicide Gotcha4Life

09.01.2022 Like past grant recipients Stormer Music, local small businesses are encouraged to apply for funding to purchase and install CCTV. For full details please visit: www.crimeprevention.nsw.gov.au/cctvfund Stormer Music Penrith

09.01.2022 New Artist Announced. Great Southern Nights is on its way.... Destination NSW... ARIA https://www.greatsouthernnights.com.au

08.01.2022 Outdoor learning and play is on the way for Emu Heights Public School with the construction of a covered outdoor learning area (COLA). I was pleased to nominate the P & C’s application for a grant of $119,614 through the NSW Government’s 2020 Community Building Partnership Program. This is a fantastic win for Emu Heights Public School and I look forward to seeing the finalised project.

08.01.2022 The Local Sports Grant Program is now open. Eligible sports clubs and organisations can apply for grants from $500 to $15,000 for a range of projects including sport access initiatives and facility upgrades. For more information please visit: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/sectordevelo/grants/localsport

08.01.2022 Say hello to Frankie the Firefighter....the latest addition to the Hello Koalas Sculpture Trail Supported by Destination NSW Im sure this guy will do a great job in attracting visitors to Port Macquarie and NSW. Leslie Williams

08.01.2022 Building 1 at the Western Sydney Aerotropolis will embed advanced manufacturing into the DNA of this economy shaping precinct. The Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF) will be the landing pad for new and innovative businesses wanting to call the Aerotropolis home.

08.01.2022 Theres some good news for first home buyers and the construction industry with Stamp Duty to be reduced on newly-built homes as part of the NSW Governments COVID-19 Recovery Plan Learn more at revenue.nsw.gov.au

08.01.2022 New Intercity Fleet is just around the corner...

07.01.2022 **Penrith Local Awarded NSW Midwife of the Year** Congratulations to Cindy Partridge of Nepean Hospital, who was today announced as the winner of the Midwife of the Year award at the 2020 Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards. Cindy is a deserving winner of this award in an exceptionally challenging year. Every day she demonstrates the commitment and skills of nurses and midwives.... Cindy provides caseload midwifery services for Aboriginal women at Nepean Hospital in Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. Her dedication in aiming for better outcomes for Indigenous women is outstanding. She is woman centred, culturally sensitive and innovative in her approach to providing midwifery care. Fabulous work Cindy!

07.01.2022 Thanks having me on the show Jim. Raising the wall is a critical flood mitigation strategy for Western Sydney. To find out more about your flood risk in the Hawkesbury-Nepean please visit the NSW SES website...... https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/hawkesbury-nepean-floods/

07.01.2022 My congratulations to Roger, Samuel and Mark on being named as recipients of volunteering awards. You all make a real difference in our community and I thank you for your commitment to volunteering to ensure the wellbeing of others.

07.01.2022 The 2021 NSW Seniors Card Directory is out now! Pop by my office in High Street, Penrith to collect your copy or you can download one here https://www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au/disco/discount-directory

06.01.2022 The next milestone in delivering Tech Central in Sydney...the rezoning to allow 150,000sqm of new office space for tech business. Dexus & Fraser Property have come up with a great design that uses heritage sandstone, open plazas and green friendly places to work. #TechCentral

06.01.2022 The Nepean Hospital redevelopment is coming along very well despite all the challenges presented by COVID-19. We may have to manage the pandemic today but that doesnt mean we can take our eye off the future. This is a great example of building for the future. ... #DeliveringForPenrith

06.01.2022 Strong validation that the Active Kids Voucher scheme increased healthy physical activity amongst children. Active Kids is cost of living savings measure for parents that delivers a healthier community in the long run. That’s good public policy and proud to be the minister who introduced it. https://www.smh.com.au//nsw-children-get-active-and-cash-i

05.01.2022 Penrith coming together to do a virtual Christmas Tree lighting.... Great job Gai Hawthorn and team at the Penrith CBD Corporation

05.01.2022 Building a hospital in 2 minutes.... Check out the Nepean Hospital Redevelopment here

04.01.2022 Safety for students at Penrith Public School and Emu Plains Public School will be strengthened as they are each set to receive a new school crossing supervisor. We look forward to welcoming our new school crossing supervisors over the coming months as they join more than 1200 others across the state helping to keep primary school students safe Penrith and Emu Plains Public Schools are two of 80 schools across the state preparing to welcome a new school crossing supervisor as part of the NSW Governments plan to fast track the appointment of 300 new school crossing supervisors within three years.

04.01.2022 NSW Government to fund planting more trees across the Penrith Local Government Area. The funds come from the Greening Our City program and will see 3000 trees planted in local parks and 2000 trees planted along footpaths and road reserves. https://westernweekender.com.au//more-trees-to-be-planted/

04.01.2022 Penrith to be home to Western Sydney’s latest waterfront park! The transformation of Regatta Park is an outstanding outcome of the Western Sydney City Deal. The $24M redevelopment will include a much larger park with the reorientation of River Rd, improved waterline access, 2 new play areas (water based and one adventure based), new paths and new food and beverage kiosk. ... This builds on a number of river activations such as the Yandhai Nepean Crossing, Emu Hall, EastBank Restaurant area and the approval to redevelop the Log Cabin that are transforming Nepean River precinct Making the Nepean River more accessible is all about making Penrith more liveable, more active and more enjoyable.

03.01.2022 Congratulations Gentlemen! What an amazing 10 years it’s been...haven’t we come a long way since those very early meetings. Keep up the great work and look forward to supporting you for another 10 more years!...

02.01.2022 Max Harrison was a legend in our community. His legacy will live on long after he has left us. Max you will be missed.

02.01.2022 The risk is real. Good insights from 7NEWS Sydney Meteorologist David Brown. Are you as ready for a flood as you are for a bushfire? To find out more on how to get ready click here ... https://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/hawkesbury-nepean-floods/ NSW SES

02.01.2022 Keeping our Royal Australian Navy helicopters in service requires a lot of smart & skilled workers. A new sustainment contract will mean 48 new jobs will be created at Sikorsky in the Shoalhaven. Great example of defence industries creating jobs in regional NSW.

01.01.2022 Great to see the Penrith Rams getting behind Gotcha4Life and talking about mental fitness in these testing COVID times. Thanks to Gus Worland for coming west to support the day. Christian Triffitt

01.01.2022 Following the rainfall in recent days, #Warragamba Dam is currently close to full capacity. From approximately 10.00am, Tuesday 5th January 2021, WaterNSW will ...commence operations to lower the water level to 1m below full supply level. Discharge should continue at a rate of 3.5GL/day for up to two weeks, dependant on rain. This procedure is known as a drawdown and is a standard process that allows WaterNSW to carry out essential works at the dam. River users may notice a small increase in river heights over this period. Stay up to date with Greater Sydney catchment levels at https://bit.ly/2AP0mpp