Prime minister Scott Morrison is yet to call the federal election. Independent representation with global awareness! Local small farmer, community advocate, business owner and mother of four, Kate Hook discusses the impact of the climate crisis on the communities around her - from the local viticulturists to those on struggle street, but also the flora and fauna of nearby Mount Canobolas. Independent candidate for Calare, 2022 Federal Election. "My policy focuses on four key elements to restoring integrity to politics," she said. We all need a refreshed independent voice to care of the regions' and our kids' future. It gives people a great choice. 5K views, 110 likes, 35 loves, 55 comments, 92 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Kate Hook: My name is Kate Hook. Labor's Sarah Elliott had 14.94 per cent. She is standing for the seat of Mackellar.https://www.sophiescamps.com.au/To help supercharge the independent movement, visit climate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Paediatric neurologist and department head Dr Monique Ryan describes how her expertise leads her to a deep understanding of community needs across aged care and adolescent mental health, and how climate impacts every aspect of our lives. He is standing for the seat of Wannon.www.dyson4wannon.comTo help supercharge the independent movement, visitclimate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Adelaide Writers' Festival director Jo Dyer questions the culture wars that have undermined climate action, and the safety of women, over the past decade. This will be an early opportunity for the people of Bathurst to meet Ms Hook, as a declared Independent candidate for the soon to be announced Federal election. Stories from ECU appear first on, 2023 All student Junction journalists retain their own copyright. If you have any donation queries please contact Rob. Kate Hook is an independent candidate for the National-held seat of Calare. "Hopefully we have five amazing people put their hand up and then the community can pick. Send a letter to the editor using the form below. Kate Hook Community Engagement Manager, Renewable Energy, Climate Action, Regional Regeneration, former Community Independent Candidate for Calare, Regenerative small-farmer, Opinions are my. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. "It'll make sure we give communities what they really need. To read more stories, download the Central Western Daily news app in the Apple Store or Google Play. "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. We care about the protection of your data. You are not allowed to make, and Kate Hook is not allowed to receive, a donation of more than $100 from a foreign donor. "It's really a community movement that's behind my campaign so I'm excited for the community.". I want to continue the voices-backed independent movement from election to election going forward.. 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. Eventbrite - Voices 4 Calare presents Kate Hook, Independent Candidate for Calare - Mudgee campaign launch - Thursday, 10 March 2022 at Robertson Park, Mudgee, NSW. We still need to remain an energy-producing region; we just need to do it in a different way, she said. Then, 16 years ago, she was given the opportunity to move back to Wagga Wagga or begin a new adventure in the Central West, she chose the latter. A jack of all trades, I cover everything from sport, to human interest stories and crime. "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. "I think it's very exciting. Although completing her final high school years and university education in Sydney, she believes she has always, in her heart, belonged to the country. As I said, I've been doing this for quite a while now and whilst I think it's always nice to be on the top, I've been looking at the results over the years and the donkey vote is to no real affect out here, so I'm not too fussed one way or the other on where the candidates are on the ballot.". "We're all doing this with different policies and different outcomes that we're seeking, but really, all doing it for our democracy so we're all in the same boat.". The Prince and Princess of Wales . She is mobilised by bringing together different groups of people with common ambition, and demonstrates her strategy skills honed in the commercial sector. Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Shes driven by genuine intersections between community knowledge and public policy, and speaks of the need for clear and systemic resilience plans so everyone from individuals to government bodies knows their role in environmental crises. He was an amazing man taken from us too soo. Read our Privacy Policy. Local small farmer, community advocate, business owner and mother of four, Kate Hook discusses the impact of the climate crisis on the communities around her - from the local viticulturists to those on struggle street, but also the flora and fauna of nearby Mount Canobolas. The electorate takes in the communities of Orange, Bathurst, Lithgow, Mudgee, Blayney, and Oberon and surrounds. Kate Hook- Independent Candidate for Calare on Twitter: "It was great to chat with Gretchen Miller on her podcast 'The Independents'. She is standing for the seat of Hughes.www.georgiasteele.com.auTo help supercharge the independent movement, visit climate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Hanabeth Luke, educator and researcher into farming practices discusses the desperate need for affordable housing and how that is front and centre for the recovery of northern NSW after the devastating floods of March this year. 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. Kate Hook says she wants to help future-proof Calare. You're almost done! She is standing for the seat of North Sydneyhttps://www.kyleatink.com.au/To help supercharge the independent movement, visit climate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, For 20 years medical doctor Sophie Scamps has heard her communitys fears and concerns as well as treating their physical health. I am a senior journalist for the Central Western Daily. Kate Forbes remains best candidate for independence push. 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 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. 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. 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. Our journalists work hard to provide local, up-to-date news to the community. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. If we have any concerns about your eligibility we may need to ask for proof of that status. Submit donation below. 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. Although often seen as opposing policies, Ms Hook says the two can work in unison. A self-described lover of markets, she talks about the optimism of the emerging orientation of the sector towards social and environmental outcomes, as well as profit, but calls for stronger, clearer governance as it is critical to economic confidence. Her other key policies include honesty and integrity, local health, affordable housing, aged care, education, empowering women, and respect for first nations peoples and refugees. Prince George might be given an official role at his grandfather's coronation on Saturday 6 May, it has been reported. Find event and ticket information. "I think it's interesting that the incumbent is below me on the ballot paper," she said. Ms Hook was born and raised near Wagga Wagga. 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Now she believes she's being penalised, Rajwinder Singh expected to be charged with murder of Cairns woman Toyah Cordingley tonight, police say, Watch Australia's economic challenges unfold in five graphs, ADF aircraft, personnel to assist evacuation of hundreds from flooded NT remote communities, 'Weight of the dead on my shoulders': Academic breaks down at gay hate deaths inquiry, Outside her tent, next to a popular city walking track, homeless Tasha is past caring what people think. The Orange small business owner and mother four launched her campaign earlier this year, opening an office in Bathurst back in February, alongside other offices in her hometown and Lithgow. She is standing for the seat of Cowper.https://caz4cowper.com.auTo help supercharge the independent movement, visitclimate200.com.auSupport the show: https://climate200.com.au/podcast, Senior engineer and CEO Claire Ferres Miles has had a 30-year career in transport and sustainability. I'm listening. 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