With the announcement of the Commonwealth Games cancellation just 2 days prior, we were grateful to Harriet Shing, Minister for Regional Development, Water, Equality, and formerly Minister for Commonwealth Games Legacy, for upholding her commitment to attend our Round Table Dinner and participate in a Q&A session.

We also appreciate such a full turnout of our members. This left the Minister in no doubt that we are actively and substantially engaged in ensuring the welfare and growth of our communities and businesses, and the maintenance and delivery of commitments made by the current Government.

We will continue to advocate strongly on behalf of our members for Ballarat and our region.