Rail transport, the drought and the “circus” surrounding the election of the new prime minister were key issues raised by voters when the Member for Orange Phil Donato held a sausage sizzle in Robertson Park on Friday.
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A tent over the barbecue and a shift into the CWA Hall enabled the public event to go ahead despite rainfall.
Mr Donato said there were some key issues discussed at his latest session where voters could discuss concerns.
“We’ve had about 20 or 30 people come through, it’s been a steady stream” he said.
Shane Austin said he had moved from Sydney and was concerned about public transport.
“I am interested in seeing the train service improved,” he said.
David Warburton said he wanted to see a morning Orange-Sydney train.
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David Fitzsimons
I am a senior journalist at the Central Western Daily concentrating on council, government and real estate issues. Before moving to Orange I filled senior roles at the Daily Telegraph, Daily Telegraph-Mirror and the Daily Mirror in Sydney. They included being an editor, news editor, chief of staff and reporter.
I am a senior journalist at the Central Western Daily concentrating on council, government and real estate issues. Before moving to Orange I filled senior roles at the Daily Telegraph, Daily Telegraph-Mirror and the Daily Mirror in Sydney. They included being an editor, news editor, chief of staff and reporter.
