Independent Calare Pty Ltd is collecting donations on behalf of Kate Hook, Independent for Calare. She is standing for the seat of Page.www.hanabethluke.com.auTo help supercharge the independent movement, visit climate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Lawyer and strategy consultant Kate Chaney has politics in her blood. If anyone's looking for a change and a strong Conservative, then I'm the person they should be putting a one next to.". Spender takes blue ribbon seat of Wentworth, Seat of Swan elects first female in 101-year history, Climate change threatens Lord Howe Island. Some, including . The mother of four says after a decade of voicing her concerns and watching local politicians often fail to actually represent the people they are elected to serve, she decided to put her hand up. Her campaign focuses on ensuring Calare is prepared and planned for the transition to renewable energy resources, particularly in terms of employment. If your donation is more than $14,500 (or exceeds $14,500 together with other smaller donations you have made in FY2021/2022) then your name and amount of the donation will need to be disclosed to the Australian Electoral Commission. Should you require further details please dont hesitate, Just made a donation to Kate Hook for Calare, Your donation will help me continue to campaign, representing. A map of polling places in the electorate can be found on the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) website. "We know what the field is and the community gets to decide who they want to represent them for the next three years. Before running as a candidate for the 2022 election, she was heavily involved in community climate work in Orange. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. "Rather than me coming in saying, 'Right this is what intend to do,' it's turning that process around. I'm the independent candidate for Calare in the 2022 Federal Election on the 21st of. Australia wide, people have had enough of being let down by the major political parties. There are no caps on political donations under Commonwealth electoral laws. Disney's latest live-action remake will also star Ever Anderson as Wendy . CSU offers undergraduate journalism options on campus in Bathurst as well as undergraduate and postgraduate options online. Ms Hook is an independent candidate running for Calare in the 2022 Federal election. Ms Nankervis grabbed the third spot on the ballot, a position she thought was "pretty good". "To be honest I don't know what to expect, I really don't know what to expect," Ms Hook, from Orange, said on Saturday evening. The NHS has been in crisis in the last year, with waiting times increasing and services struggling. Ms Hook was delighted to see all of those running in attendance. To take the word representative by its true definition and be there to be the voice of the people [and]that involves listening to the community. At 8.30pm on Saturday, Andrew Gee looked assured of maintaining The Nationals' stronghold on Calare with 45.56 per cent of the vote count, with Ms Hook his closest rival with 21.09 per cent. Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Central Western Daily, Daily Liberal and Western Advocate apps. "All of the candidates will have 'how to votes' but the last time it was the Shooters and Fishers who had the top spot, so it's just the luck of the draw.". Kate Hook is an independent candidate for the National-held seat of Calare. 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She is standing for the seat of Casey.https://claireferresmiles.com.au/To help supercharge the independent movement, visitclimate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, DJ, comedy club owner and former Triple J host Alex Dyson talks about the housing crisis in rural areas, about supporting struggling businesses to find staff from the refugee community, the absurdity of inaction on the climate crisis, and his strong relationship with his father. "I think that the Greens in an electorate like this which has traditionally been a National Party stronghold for the last ten years, it's very hard for the Greens to get a vote up. Photo: RILEY KRAUSE. She outlines deliberative democracy, social license and why now is exactly the time to talk about climate change. Hooks policies focus on future-proofing regional economies through better leadership and planning, climate action including water security, the development of an anti-corruption body and improved healthcare and housing affordability. The independent candidate for the seat of Calare stopped by the St Stephen's Presbyterian Church Hall in Bathurst just after 8.30am. "I'm happy to be anywhere on the ballot. It has been held by Nationals MP Andrew Gee since 2016. You warrant that you are not a foreign donor by selecting the relevant box. Although completing her final high school years and university education in Sydney, she believes she has always, in her heart, belonged to the country. "With making integrity one of my top priorities, I'll be delivering on what people have asked me to do," she said. Behind you 100% Kate! 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It's just been wonderful to see it grow.". While the numbers weren't going her way during the count Ms Hook said she had a lot to be happy about after a gruelling six week campaign, with the groundswell of support emphasised by her volunteer base rising to almost 700 people helping out on polling day. Independent candidate for Calare Kate Hook has committed to support an Australian Federal Integrity Commission if she is elected. Stories from CSU journalism students also appear on, ECU offers an undergraduate journalism major and minor and a range of post graduate options. "Throughout the coming months I will be going to all the various communities in Calare and asking people to talk to me about what's going on for them and being responsive to those concerns. Eventbrite - Voices 4 Calare presents Kate Hook, Independent Candidate for Calare - Mudgee campaign launch - Thursday, 10 March 2022 at Robertson Park, Mudgee, NSW. Submit donation below. Hook had a corporate career in Sydney, before making the decision to have a tree change and move to a farm outside of Orange, NSW. We still need to remain an energy-producing region; we just need to do it in a different way, she said. You are donating to Kate Hooks federal election campaign which is being managed by Independent Calare Pty Ltd. There was something about the region that grabbed me, she said. Ms Hook is an independent candidate running for Calare in the 2022 Federal election. The remaining ballot list saw Whittaker (One Nation) in the number two spot, Nankervis (Greens) number three, Elliott (Labor) in fourth, Gee (Nationals) fifth on the list and Jannis (United Australia Party) in the sixth and final spot. "If people want it to be me then I am more than happy too but it needs to be the best candidate.". I am determined to make a difference. When speaking to groups of people across the Calare electoral district, Ms Hook said integrity has been one of the biggest issues that voters are concerned about. Mrs Whittaker is another first-timer running for the seat of Calare and said she was "over the moon" to grab the second spot. Certainly, the whole group thinks that we need to keep running an independent at every election. Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. Although often seen as opposing policies, Ms Hook says the two can work in unison. Prince George might be given an official role at his grandfather's coronation on Saturday 6 May, it has been reported. Calare independent candidate Kate Hook casts her vote in Bathurst By Rachel Chamberlain Updated May 20 2022 - 4:27pm, first published 4:15pm Comments KATE Hook has cast her vote in the federal election ahead of a full day visiting polling centres around the electorate. "We've been really active since before Christmas and really there's now a sense that something's happening and there's potential for something historic to happen. At the moment, there is nothing to prevent people from lying in their political advertising, which is incredibly confusing for the public especially coming up to an election. It reminds us of J.Lo's colorful outerwear from December. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. She runs a small business in Orange named Eco-Luxe Transfers. Kate Forbes got monstered for her avowed Christian beliefs - surely less than a surprise to all the folk with whom . Kate Hook says she wants to help future-proof Calare. Your donation will help me continue to campaign, representing your voice and our community. Ms Hook said she wants to see Australian parliament "return to integrity" and if elected she said she'd support Helen Haines' private members bill to create the Australian Federal Integrity Commission. ""Farmers can not afford to miss out on the opportunities strong climate policy would deliver to regional Australia."" By Newsroom. Independent candidate for Calare, 2022 Federal Election. "The first is establishing a strong federal anti-corruption commission. We've got to get things right on climate, we've got to get things right on integrity in politics, and hopefully that message has sunk in.". It was Kate Hook whose number was drawn first in the second random selection of the day, which meant the Independent's name would sit at the top of ballot papers come time for the people of Calare to cast their votes. "It's been amazing, it's been such an incredible experience of having the community amass behind an idea," she said. "To think that maybe 18 months ago there was 15 of us sitting around, thinking this could be a good idea, this could work, maybe we can do something to have a healthier democracy maybe we can do something to have some action on big issues like climate change. She aims to ensure industries of the past such as coal mining in Lithgow and Mudgee, which are predicted to disappear in the next decade as the region moves towards clean energy, will be replaced with industries that continue to provide jobs, to maintain job security, and boost the regional economy of Calare. Labor's Sarah Elliott had 14.94 per cent. "My policy focuses on four key elements to restoring integrity to politics," she said. You will also need to lodge a donor disclosure after the election, which we will notify you about at the time. But, I think this is the climate change election. I am a senior journalist for the Central Western Daily. The electorate is represented by the Nationals MP Andrew Gee who won the seat in 2016 following the retirement of John Cobb. I have previously worked as a journalist in Griffith and South London. In September, Bieber wore a houndstooth blazer while walking around LA, and in December, Lopez wore a festive green-and-white printed coat while Christmas tree shopping.. RELATED: Kate Middleton Flipped Pancakes in Navy Wide-Leg Pants Score Similar Options . She outlines her own experience challenging elite forces in federal parliament, and how she would demand change on climate, for refugees, and support for women and the arts. She is running for the seat of Curtin.https://www.katechaney.com.auTo help supercharge the independent movement, visit climate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Teacher and former Mayor of Mornington Despi O'Connor talks about her work across the community and levels of government, how she tripled the council's budget, and how marathon running has taught her ultimate determination. "We've got almost 700 active volunteers out there today covering all the booths across Calare and that's come from a group of maybe 15 people about 18 months ago who thought this might be a good idea to seek independent representation on behalf of the community. She talks about handling high-pressure circumstances and her skillsets in negotiation, and how she seeks out the latest research to inform all her decision-making. To read more stories, download the Central Western Daily news app in the Apple Store or Google Play. You are not allowed to make, and Kate Hook is not allowed to receive, a donation of more than $100 from a foreign donor. Browse for your location and find more local ABC News and information. She is standing for the seat of Calare.https://voteforkate.com.au/To help supercharge the independent movement, visitclimate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast. She describes her longsta "It'll make sure we give communities what they really need. Peter Andren held Calare as an Independent from 1996-2007. Independent Calare Pty Ltd is collecting donations on behalf of Kate Hook, Independent for Calare. Calare covers 32,666 sq.km to the west of the Blue Mountains. The second one, is seriously looking a political donation reforms and taking into account the impact donations have on policy making. Payment method information has been saved. Prime minister Scott Morrison is yet to call the federal election. A jack of all trades, I cover everything from sport, to human interest stories and crime. She is mobilised by bringing together different groups of people with common ambition, and demonstrates her strategy skills honed in the commercial sector. Find event and ticket information. . All six candidates - Kate Hook, Sarah Elliott, Andrew Gee, Kay Nankervis, Adam Jannis and Stacey Whittaker - were in attendance at Hive Orange in McNamara Street where the ballot draw took place on April 22. It was Kate Hook whose number was drawn first in the second random selection of the day, which means the independent's name will sit at the top of ballot papers come time for the people of Calare . Hailey Bieber and Jennifer Lopez have also been spotted wearing the print. You're almost done! Let's do. Businesswoman and community advocate Kate Hook has announced she will run as an independent candidate for the seat of Calare. 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