
Seasonal workers finally allowed permit for NSW
VISA-holding seasonal workers living in Victoria border zones can now apply for a permit to work on farms in New South Wales.
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 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.

VISA-holding seasonal workers living in Victoria border zones can now apply for a permit to work on farms in New South Wales.

MEMBER for Mildura Ali Cupper has called for the appointment of a Federal Minister for Temporary Borders and has not ruled out a High Court challenge about the validity of NSW and SA’s hard border closures.

MEMBER For Mildura Ali Cupper is hopeful ongoing lobbying will see the NSW Government back down on its ban on vias holders being allowed a permit to cross the border from Victoria for seasonal work.

A POTENTIAL economic crisis has been averted with the NSW Government backflipping on its ban on seasonal workers in the state.

A UNIQUE partnership which could open up an industrial hemp production industry is hugely exciting for the Mildura region.

A $1.97 million investment in a medicinal cannabis facility near Mildura is a huge boost for the region’s economy and will help open up a new industry.

A CHANGE in regulations allowing landholders in the Mildura Older Irrigated Area (MOIA) to develop small blocks has been gazetted by the Victorian Government.

PANIC buying driven by a surge in COVID-19 cases in Melbourne is unhelpful and unnecessary.

VICTORIA’S setback in COVID-19 cases has led to the Victorian Government delaying the easing of restrictions and strengthening others.

COVID-19 restrictions on pubs and clubs in regional Victoria need to be relaxed immediately as low numbers of the virus continue.