Steph Cooke MP
Member for Cootamundra

Steph Cooke MP with members of the Boorowa Lions Clubs outside their new shed. Members of the Boorowa Lions Club are feeling energised after moving into their brand-new shed ahead of a busy 2026.    The initial aim for building a new facility was to provide an undercover shelter for the club’s mobile Driver Reviver van.    However, the final design has enabled members to store all of their essential items, such as their BBQ trailer.     Club President, Barry Miller, said the

Residents are urged to stand for a Minute’s Silence at 7.01 pm this Thursday, to remember those who were killed in the Bondi terrorist attack.   In recognition of the National Day of Mourning, the electorate’s nine councils will fly their flags at half-mast, as well as all Commonwealth and New South Wales Government buildings.   Announced by the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese, the theme for the National Day of Mourning is ‘Light will win, a gathering of unity a

Steph Cooke MP at Australia Day celebrations in West Wyalong, 2025. Picture: Tracey Robertson Videography. Residents across the Cootamundra electorate are encouraged to come together this Australia Day to celebrate their shared spirit and local achievements.   Australia Day is a time to recognise the people and communities who shape our nation, including the vital contribution of rural Australia.   Across the Cootamundra electorate, Councils and community groups have organise

Coolamon Mayor David McCann, heavy vehicle apprentice William Cottom, and Steph Cooke MP. A local apprentice is flourishing in his new role at Coolamon Shire Council, with his position supported by the NSW Government’s Fresh Start Program.     William Cottom is a second-year heavy vehicle apprentice from Narrandera, who is gaining hands-on experience servicing and repairing a wide range of equipment, including front-end loaders, compaction rollers, and motor graders.     “I a

Steph Cooke MP with local Laura Messner and event organiser Keith Rowe at the 2026 Tallimba Vintage Harvest Day. Hundreds have descended on the tiny township of Tallimba for a unique glimpse of the Central West’s agricultural history.    Organisers of the Tallimba Vintage Harvest Day are celebrating another successful instalment of the beloved event, which reunited the proud farming community after a challenging harvest season.     Due to less-than-favourable conditions in th

Steph Cooke MP with Club Cowra's Mark McLeish, Cowra Mayor Paul Smith, Cowra Deputy Mayor Nikki Kiss, and Club Cowra's Rebekah Lazarou. All are invited to experience the spirit of the United Kingdom in the heart of Cowra this March at the annual Festival of International Understanding.   Celebrating Australia’s diversity since 1964, the three-day event will promote the unique offerings of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, who have been selected as this year’s guest nation

Cowra’s newest police sergeant is already going above and beyond to keep the community safe by not only policing the town but also serving alongside local firefighters.   Sergeant Jason Baker has recently relocated to Cowra from Lake Macquarie.   In addition to taking up his new policing role, he has joined the Cowra Fire and Rescue, further strengthening the town’s emergency response capability.   Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, welcomed Sergeant Baker during a visit to

Owners Ros and Glenn Stewart with Cootamundra MP Steph Cooke at the Hard Rock Gym, Harden. Businesses in Harden are recovering from a devastating hailstorm that caused significant damage to commercial and residential buildings last year.   Owners of the Hard Rock Gym, Glenn and Ros Stewart, were forced to close their doors temporarily after the February storm caused their ceiling to collapse and water to seep into the floor.   During the incident, 40 millimetres of hail and 7

Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has been reappointed as NSW Shadow Minister for Water and Shadow Minister for Crown Lands, following yesterday’s announcement of the refreshed NSW Liberals and Nationals Shadow Ministry.   Ms Cooke said the reappointment was both an honour and a responsibility at a critical time for the management of water resources and public land across New South Wales.   “These portfolios sit at the centre of how our communities grow, adapt and thrive,” M

Tuesday, 23 December 2025 Three Probationary Constables have been deployed to police stations in Cootamundra, Cowra and Temora, strengthening frontline policing and helping to keep local communities safe.   Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, welcomed the new officers and said it was encouraging to see additional police commencing service across the electorate.   Probationary Constables Ryan Holt (Cootamundra), Brody Forster (Temora) and Jasmine Vitagliano (Cowra) have each

Friday, 19 December 2025​     Junee’s Laurie Daley Oval will soon benefit from a major lighting upgrade, with $260,000 in funding secured through the NSW Government’s ClubsGrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants program.    The project will replace four existing light towers with modern energy-efficient LED lighting to enhance the venue for the Junee Diesels Rugby League Club and the broader community.    Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke said the funding is a significant w