Steph Cooke MP
Member for Cootamundra

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 Community organisations, councils and not-for-profit groups across the Cootamundra electorate are being encouraged to apply for the Connect in Real Life (IRL) Phase 2 – 2026/27 grants program. Local community groups, organisations and councils are being encouraged to apply for the Connect in Real Life Phase 2 grants program. The program aims to help young people build stronger social connections and develop life skills while actively participating

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke attended and spoke at the 95th Country Women’s Association (CWA) South West Group Conference and AGM, celebrating the outstanding contribution of CWA members across the region. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke speaking at the CWA South West Group Conference in Young on Saturday. The conference brought together members from branches across the South West Group to reflect on achievements, talk about important issue

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging residents and visitors to support the many community markets across the electorate over the coming weeks. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging locals to make the most of their community markets in the lead up to Christmas. From fresh regional produce and handmade goods to arts, crafts and community fundraising, local markets play an important role right across the Cootamundra electorat

Monday, 26 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging communities across the electorate to celebrate Children’s Week 2026 and recognise the important contribution children make to families, schools and communities. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is joining with the Cootamundra electorate this week in celebration of Children's Week 2026. Ms Cooke said Children’s Week offers an opportunity to acknowledge every child's wellbeing and potential, while p

Tuesday, 27 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke paid tribute to teachers across the electorate ahead of World Teachers’ Day on Friday, 30 October 2026, recognising the huge impact they play on the lives of students, families and communities. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is urging the local community to pay tribute to teachers this Friday for World Teachers' Day. Ms Cooke said World Teachers’ Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the patience and passion t

Steph Cooke MP with Jason Anderson, Clive Foster, Graeme Fairman and Don Turner at the West Wyalong Clay Target Club. An Upper House inquiry will examine the Minns Labor Government’s rushed firearm laws, giving firearms owners and related businesses a powerful platform to speak about the impact of this legislation. The Firearms Legislation Amendment (Reforms Repeal) Bill 2026 was referred to the NSW Parliament’s Committee on Justice and Communities for inquiry on Tuesday.

Steph Cooke MP at the 9th Cootamundra Mayoral Summit. A week after calling for transparency over its proposed council funding overhaul, Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has welcomed the NSW Local Government Grants Commission’s announcement that it will not proceed with the changes. The Commission proposed sweeping changes to how it allocates Financial Assistance Grants to local councils, which would have reduced general-purpose funding for most councils in the Cootamundra

Monday, 19 October 2026 The Cootamundra Show was held last weekend with great support from the community, lots of impressive entries, and a packed line-up of entertainment. Cootamundra Show President Darren Absolon, Young Woman Competition Winner Stephanie Davies and Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke. This year’s show included livestock, pavilion exhibits, equestrian events, trade displays, entertainment, and family activities, welcoming visitors from all over the region

Friday, 16 October 2026 The Hume Police District Awards Day celebrated the dedication, professionalism, and courage of local police officers, highlighting several who provided outstanding service to the community. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has congratulated the many officers from Young and Grenfell who received recognition at the Hume Police District Awards Day. Some of the officers received the NSW Police Medal for 10 years of service: Sergeant Shaun Helt (Young

Thursday, 15 October 2026 If you’re looking for a relaxing weekend activity, Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke encourages you to explore some of the district’s most beautiful gardens at the Coolamon Rotary Garden Viewing on Sunday, October 18. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging locals to make the most of the Coolamon Rotary Garden Viewing this Sunday. The annual event gives garden enthusiasts and families a unique opportunity to enjoy a selection of stunni

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 Locals are encouraged to head to Grenfell this weekend for the highly anticipated Grenfell Modified Tractor Pull, a family friendly event showcasing horsepower and entertainment. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging locals to check out the Grenfell Modified Tractor Pull that is on this weekend. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging the community to support the event at the Grenfell Showground on Saturday 17 October from

Wednesday, 14 October 2026 Local fishing enthusiasts as well as first time anglers are encouraged to get involved in Gone Fishing Day this Saturday, in a celebration of recreational fishing and the many benefits it brings to communities across the Cootamundra electorate. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging locals across the electorate to get involved in Gone Fishing Day this weekend. Gone Fishing Day is an annual initiative that encourages people of all ages

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has wished Year 12 students across the electorate the very best as they prepare to begin their Higher School Certificate (HSC) examinations on Tuesday. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is wishing all students across the Cootamundra electorate the best of luck as they begin their HSC exams. From Young and Cootamundra to Temora, Harden, Gundagai, Grenfell, Coolamon, Boorowa, Cowra, Narrandera and communities acro

Tuesday, 13 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging families across the region to head to the Cowra Spring Show this weekend and enjoy everything that makes a traditional country show such a special community event. The annual Cowra Show celebrates agriculture, community spirit and country life, featuring a packed program of entertainment and activities for visitors of all ages. The 2026 Show will feature amusement rides, livestock competitions, agr

Monday, 12 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, is calling on the NSW Local Government Grants Commission to release the council-by-council calculations underpinning proposed changes to local government funding. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke joined with Mayors and General Managers from the nine councils in the electorate for the ninth Cootamundra Mayoral Summit in Harden. Financial Assistance Grants provide councils with funding to help deliver and mainta

Monday, 12 October 2026​ INTERVIEWS AND B-ROLL AVAILABLE ON REQUEST Mayors, general managers, and council staff from the nine local government areas across the Cootamundra electorate gathered in Harden on Friday for the ninth Mayoral Summit, hosted by Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke. Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Prevention of Regional Crime Brendan Moylan MP, Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke MP and Shadow Minister for Health, Regional Health and Mental Health

Friday, 9 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging everyone to head to Harden this weekend for the 2026 Kite Festival. Ms Cooke said the event illustrates the strength, creativity and community spirit of the Harden-Murrumburrah area. “The Harden Kite Festival is a fantastic family event that brings people together and showcases the welcoming spirit of our local community,” Ms Cooke said. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke is encouraging anyone look

Thursday, 8 October 2026 Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has joined with locals to prove once again why agricultural shows remain at the heart of rural communities at the 2026 Morongla Show. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke with Morongla Show secretary Maddie Webster and Cowra Council Mayor Paul Smith. Ms Cooke congratulated the Morongla Show Society, volunteers and exhibitors on delivering an outstanding event with locals and visitors coming together for what was a

Wednesday, 7 October 2026 The village of Bribbaree celebrated a milestone, a century in the making, over the long weekend with the running of the 100th Bribbaree Show. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke joined in the celebrations of Bribbaree's 100th Show last Saturday. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has congratulated the Bribbaree Show Society on reaching 100 years of celebrating community spirit and agriculture. “Reaching 100 years is an extraordinary achievement an

Wednesday, 7 October 2026 The streets of Boorowa were filled with Irish spirit, country hospitality and one of the region’s most unique rural traditions as visitors and locals joined together to celebrate the Boorowa Irish Woolfest over the October long weekend. Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke opening Boorowa Woolfest on Sunday. “The Boorowa Irish Woolfest is one of the Cootamundra electorate’s most vibrant and beloved events, bringing together the very best of our woo