By Shamsiya Hussainpoor
Federal Member for Casey, Aaron Violi, joined the online forum hosted by Mums of the Hills (MoTHs) on Sunday evening, 2 March, speaking with local families about key issues affecting the community.
Mr Violi thanked Belinda and the team at Mums of the Hills for organising the event, which aimed to provide a platform for locals to discuss their concerns and engage with political leaders.
The virtual forum, which invited all four candidates running for Casey in the upcoming election, focused on key issues affecting local families, including the rising cost of living, childcare, reliable telecommunications, healthcare, and emergency resilience.
“It was a great opportunity to speak on the issues that matter to local families,” Mr Violi said.
“From the cost of living to telecommunications, we had a chance to cover a wide range of topics that impact our community every day.”
During the forum, he also highlighted his work in improving local services, including a $10 million fund provided by the former Liberal Government.
This funding is now being used by the local council to boost emergency resilience in the area. He also discussed his ongoing advocacy for increased childcare supply within the community and improvements to local telecommunications infrastructure.
Mr Violi took the chance to remind attendees that his focus remains on being a strong local voice for the community, as well as working alongside the Liberal Party’s plans to guide Australia’s future.
“We’re committed to getting Australia back on track, and I will continue to work hard for the people of Casey,” he said.
The MoTHs forum gave residents an opportunity to engage directly with their federal representative, with many taking part in the lively discussion around local issues.
The event underscored the growing trend of online forums as a way for politicians to stay connected with their constituents, particularly as communities continue to navigate the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic.
