Over 400 people from across the Central Coast participated in a seniors’ forum organised by Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP, which included the Assistant Minister for Women, Social Security, and Ageing, The Hon. Kate Thwaites MP.

The Robertson Seniors’ Forum, which took place on Tuesday October 22 at the Central Coast Leagues Club, included representatives from Services Australia and covered a range of services and support measures that the Federal Labor Government is providing to assist Australians with the cost of living.

The hour-long forum also provided the community with an opportunity to ask the Assistant Minister and Dr Reid questions about Services Australia and aged care.

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP:

“With over 400 attendees, the Robertson Seniors’ Forum was our most successful community event.

“Covering the supports that are provided by Services Australia, and the cost-of-living measures being provided to our community by the Federal Labor Government, the forum was informative and helpful.

“Several measures that are now providing relief to our community were discussed including our $300 energy rebate for every household, cheaper PBS medications, and bulk billed Medicare Urgent Care Clinics.

“It was great to have so many people in our community participate in our forum and engage in conversations with the Assistant Minister and me.

“When I was elected in 2022, I made a commitment to always be accessible and dependable.

“I will continue to engage with our community and provide opportunities for people to get up close and personal with me and the Australian Government.

“This is politics done right, and politics of service”, Dr Reid said.

If you were unable to attend the Robertson Seniors’ Forum and would like the material that was provided on the day, contact Dr Reid’s office on (02) 4322 2400 or email [email protected]

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