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“On White Ribbon Day, we call on all men to swear the oath,” said White Ribbon Chairman, Andrew O’Keefe. “Let’s face it; swearing comes naturally to most Aussie men. We swear when we’re laughing, we swear when we’re mad, we swear whether we’re elated or deflated. But this is an opportunity to swear to make a difference.” Read more

Residents have started a new fight as another major environmental disaster occurs in the Manning Valley. With the Manning River already in crisis and needing an urgent remedy, the Valley has now added the Old Bar Beach foreshore to its list of issues.

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Fresh from his election win, Rob Oakeshott is relishing his new role as Federal member. He talks to us about the support that has enabled him to make a difference.

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