Nicole Robins – Federal Liberal candidate for Fremantle

Having spent almost a decade as a local government councilor and several years as a high school teacher, I’m focused on our local community and our future.

I want to be a strong voice for the people of Fremantle and represent you on the issues that matter.

One issue locals continue to raise with me is the importance of building Roe 8 and 9, a critical missing link in Perth’s long planned highway system.

In addition to creating thousands of local jobs, the construction of Roe 8 and 9 will significantly reduce traffic congestion.

Construction would reduce travel time for commuters and ease pressure on local roads currently used by motorists as ‘rat runs’ to get to Roe and Kwinana Freeway.

Fremantle port is no where near maximum capacity and will be WA’s main port for many years – doing nothing to fix the current traffic problems is not an option.

Labor has no plan to address congestion in Fremantle and its reckless proposal to delete the Roe Highway road reserve is short sighted and politically motivated.

In terms of other policy areas, as a teacher I know quality resources safeguard the provision of excellent education.

To continue our record funding for education and health we need a strong economy and good economic management.

It is important to me that we have a fair and humane refugee intake without compromising the security of our borders or allowing people smugglers to risk the lives of vulnerable people at sea.

I want an Australia and a community that backs those who want to work and get ahead in life.

If you want a strong local voice for Fremantle who will be a tireless advocate, please consider supporting me at the election in May.