• Ali & Team
  • Wins So Far

    Since 2018, we’ve fought hard for many millions in funding in the best interests of the region.


    From Birchip to Robinvale, Werrimull to Wycheproof, we’ve fought hard – and will keep fighting – for each and every member of the electorate.

    The Base

    Back in the hands of the public - thanks to people power!

    Overdue School Upgrades

    Desperately needed, much deserved funding for our schools

    Public Housing

    Over $40 Million to assist our most vulnerable

    SH*T ROADS Campaign

    Millions in funding for our worst roads - and the fight rages on

    Mildura Sporting Precinct

    Our new $44 Million sports hub.
  • The Issues

    The game has changed, but the battle isn’t over. 


    There’s still plenty to be achieved to secure a better quality of life for the entire electorate for many years to come.

    Environment

    Our backyard is our biggest asset – we need to protect it

    Rural GPs

    The healthcare we deserve, regardless of postcode

    Arts

    A bustling arts scene is a great indicator of a thriving community

    Rates

    The fight for fairer rates through proportional funding

    Water

    Water will always be our major issue - let's work to get it right

    Public Housing

    Livable conditions for our most vulnerable

    Sport

    Game On for funding for our electorate

    Tourism

    The sky's the limit for #outbackvic

    Education

    Funding critical foundations for skills and learning

    Rail

    A proper revival for passenger & freight

    Roads

    We've tackled the worst roads, still a big fight ahead

    Farming

    A loud and proud voice for the spine of our nation

    Business

    Recovery and Prosperity - an ongoing fight

    Health

    We have our hospital back - but we aren't stopping there
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business

Visa shortfall fix part of worker shortage solution

The Victorian Government yesterday confirmed that it will be writing to the Federal Minister for Immigration, Alex Hawke, to request additional state nomination visa places for regional Victoria, and the regions may have Mildura to thank.

Just prior to Christmas, local businessman Baljinder Sandhu brought to Ms Cupper’s attention a significant disparity in the amount of regional skilled visa workers requested by Victoria compared with other states.

20/01/2022

Pub rule fails pub test

THE State Government has refused to acknowledge that small businesses will suffer due to a lack of clear communication about vaccination requirements.
Member for Mildura Ali Cupper was advised this morning by a government representative that new directions for workers would be issued tonight.

21/10/2021

Businesses blindsided by double dose vaccination deadline

MEMBER for Mildura Ali Cupper has called upon the Andrews Government to urgently amend a key oversight in its roadmap, which has left small businesses in the lurch.
Publicans and restaurant owners were left blindsided this week by news their staff need to be fully vaccinated when we emerge from lockdown.

20/10/2021