After talking for some time about assistance measures the Government has previously provided (interestingly, this is always the formula when the Government are approached with tough questions: deflect for extensive time before getting to an answer), Barilaro eventually responded: "I believe government has a role to play to help our farmers and communities get back on their feet, so we are looking through that lens.

Second, the other lens is that if it does not rain in six months or 12 months, we have to map that out. We have to look at the time lines."

We can talk about looking, we can talk about future intentions to "map out" a plan.

But what the Government may be doing at a future date is absolutely useless.

An effective, efficient Government who cares about the impacts of drought on regional areas would be actioning plans right now, not just considering planning in the future.

I will not stand for it. I've successfully pressured the government in the past to do their jobs properly and consider the needs of our regional areas, I will continue to do so in the future.

Following reports of many incidents involving collisions and near misses, many in 100 km/h zones, I fought for the protection of our emergency service workers performing their duties on and near roadways through the introduction of 40 km/h speed limits.

A 12-month trial ensued, which was meant to incorporate public awareness and education.

Disappointingly, the Government failed to conduct the widespread public awareness and education campaign they stated they would, contributing substantially to its failure - especially in the bush.

In the Orange electorate the messaging of this change to regulation was limited to a single newspaper advertisement in one newspaper and social media posts, which significantly failed to appropriately inform and educate all drivers on our roads.

Following the trial, the Government has now regulated the requirement to reduce speed to 40 km/h near emergency service vehicles and personnel on and near roads in zones of 80 km/h and less.

I understand from previous feedback that this regulation was not universally popular, but I will always keep fighting to protect those who are risking life and limb to protect us, even if it is a minor inconvenience.

Last week I contributed to the debate on Adam Marshall MP's Right to Farm Bill 2019.

The protection of rights for farmers and other businesses in the agriculture supply chain to lawfully farm and operate free of invasion, threat of personal safety, obstruction and interference requires tough legislation.

It's disappointing to note that even with a significant amount of time the Government had to get this Bill done right, the end result falls far short from what is needed.

Legislation should not be seen as a token act to appease community groups.

Shooters, Fishers and Farmers will be pushing amendments to toughen this weak legislation.

Soon year 12 student's written exams commence, and I wish all students the very best.

Please remember that while it's important to give your best, it's also important to take some time out to care for your mental and physical wellbeing.

You have an exciting future ahead, outside of this one result!

Please be kind to yourselves.