Media Releases

Revitalising Hampton Park Shopping Precinct

25 March 2026 The Allan Labor Government is backing small businesses – making them even more welcoming to boost visitors, jobs and local economies. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, yesterday welcomed the Hon Natalie Suleyman MP, Minister for Small Business and Employment, to officially announce that Hampton Park Shopping Centre...

Kala Primary School Opens Its Doors - Helping Families Save More

29 January 2026 The Allan Labor Government is easing the cost of living with the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund. And we’re giving families more choice in growing areas, with 19 new schools opening this week.

Pavilion Upgrades Have Lions And Saints Marching In

10 November 2025 Community football and cricket in Narre Warren South have a new home ground advantage with the completion of their pavilion transformation.

Hampton Park Bowls Rolls Out Pavilion Upgrades

22 August 2025 The Hampton Park community now has a great new space to come together and enjoy a bowl all year round, thanks to the completion of upgrades at the local bowling club, made possible by the Allan Labor Government. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas, joined Casey...

Name Revealed for New School in Cranbourne North

24 July 2025 The name of Cranbourne North’s newest school has been revealed as it prepares to open its doors next year. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, today announced the name Kala Primary School has been chosen for the previously interim-named Casey Central Primary School following community...

Focused on What Matters Most to Families in Narre Warren South

Tuesday 20 May 2025 The Allan Labor Government is focused on what matters most to families in Narre Warren South, delivering real help with the cost of living and more investment in frontline services. We've helped families in Narre Warren South slash thousands off their power bills by switching to...

Supporting Local Families with the School Savings Bonus

Tuesday 29 April 2025 The Allan Labor Government’s $400 School Saving Bonus is providing cost of living relief to hundreds of thousands of families, who have so far saved more than $150 million on the costs of school essentials. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP informed that the...

Hampton Park Cricket in the Fast Lane

Wednesday 19 March 2025 Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas recently joined Casey City Council and club members at K.M. Reedy Reserve to officially open the new training facility, made possible by $100,000 from the Community Cricket Program. Heinz Southern District (HSD) Cricket Club and aspiring local cricketers can...

Solar Homes Slashing Energy Bills

Tuesday 4 March 2025 The Allan Labor Government has helped Victorian families slash $1 billion off the installation of solar panels, energy efficient heat pumps and batteries – saving hundreds of millions off Victorian energy bills each year.

Statement from Victorian Multifaith and Multicultural Leaders

28 November 2024 We, the undersigned multifaith and multicultural leaders, including people of faith in Victoria, stand in solidarity with the Sikh community amid the rise of racism. Diversity is Victoria’s greatest strength. We come from over 200 backgrounds, speak more than 290 languages, and follow over 200 different faiths....

Survey to Shape Kids' Safety on Social Media Closing Soon

29 October 2024 The Allan Labor Government’s public consultation regarding age limits for social media is to close soon with findings set to shape an education program to keep kids safe online. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, informed that Safe Socials is set to be delivered in...

Hampton Park Secondary College Finalists in Victorian Education Excellence Awards

19 September 2024 Hampton Park Secondary College has two finalists for the Victorian Education Excellence Awards 2024. The awards recognise inspirational teachers, principals, business managers and education support staff who improve schools and support children and young people.

Spirit of Anzac Prize Student Winners Announced

20 August 2024 The Allan Labor Government has awarded the Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize to 12 secondary school students from across Victoria including Hampton Park Secondary College. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas, recently attended the presentation ceremony at Parliament House where Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman announced...

Improving Connectivity at Merinda Park

24 July 2024 The Allan Labor Government is delivering better and safer public transport connections at Merinda Park Station, following the completion of a new bus interchange, walking paths and an upgraded carpark. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas, recently welcomed the Hon Gabrielle Williams MP, Minister for Public...

Addressing Women's Pain in Narre Warren South

6 June 2024 Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP recently hosted a Women’s Pain Forum, facilitated by Kit McMahon, CEO of Women’s Health in the South East (WHISE), to raise awareness for the Victorian Government’s Inquiry into Women’s Pain. Held at the Old School House in Hampton Park,...

Ask Me or 'Ask G'

20 May 2024 State Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP has announced a new AI assistant ‘Ask G', designed to support constituents - especially during out of office-hours. ‘Ask G’ is now available to use on Gary Maas’ official website garymaas.org.au. ‘Ask G' is an advanced tool crafted...

Helping Families in Narre Warren South

7 May 2024 The Allan Labor Government’s first Budget is dedicated to helping families in Narre Warren South. Whether it’s helping with the cost of living, making sure our kids can be their best, record funding for our healthcare system or continuing to invest in more of the services families...

First Glimpse at Victoria's New Police Stations

15 April 2024 The Allan Labor Government is delivering new state-of-the-art police stations for Clyde North and Narre Warren - with the designs for the stations recently released. The new and upgraded stations will deliver modern facilities for Victoria Police – giving them the best law enforcement infrastructure so our...

Hampton Park Community Centre Upgrade Complete

2 April 2024 The Victorian Government is providing crucial community infrastructure and delivering results for communities and councils through the Growing Suburbs Fund. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, recently visited Hampton Park Community House to celebrate the reopening of the newly upgraded neighbourhood centre on 28 March...

New Narre Warren Station Open To Passengers

28 March 2024 The first trains have stopped at the new Narre Warren Station this morning following the Allan Labor Government’s removal of the level crossing at Webb Street late last year. Minister for Transport Infrastructure Danny Pearson today announced the new station is ready to cater for approximately 1,000...

Hampton Park Sports Clubs Score New Pavilion

20 December 2023 Hampton Park sports teams and fans have a new home, with the completion of the new Allan Labor Government backed two-storey pavilion at Robert Booth Reserve. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas, formally opened the new pavilion on 14 December 2023, made possible by a $3...

Submission to the Electoral Matters Committee

18 September 2023 The Inquiry into the conduct of the 2022 Victorian State Election, assessed by the Parliament of Victoria’s Electoral Matters Committee, holds on-going importance for maintaining the integrity and transparency of our democratic processes. Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas, made a submission to the Inquiry, highlighting...

Electronic Gaming Machine Usage in Narre Warren South

25 July 2023 State Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, has welcomed the Victorian Government’s new reforms to reduce gambling related harm. The new reforms come at the same time that the Electronic Gaming Machine Usage in Narre Warren South Parliamentary Internship Report has been released. Mr Maas...

Oakgrove Community Centre Hosts Biggest Morning Tea

9 June 2023 Member for Narre Warren South Gary Maas MP, was delighted to attend Oakgrove Community Centre on 7 June for their Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event as part of the Cancer Council’s fundraising drive to bring us closer to a cancer free future. Mr Maas was joined by...

Grices Road Recreation Reserve Funded in State Budget 2023-24

31 May 2023 Families in Narre Warren South will enjoy an upgraded Grices Road Recreation Reserve pavilion, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government. Up to $1.2 million is in the 2023/24 State Budget – monies that are going towards the delivery of pavilion upgrades at Grices Road Recreation Reserve