Opened the debate
Tehan argued that the Australian insurance industry failed to provide immediate assistance to Casterton residents after the hailstorm, requiring community mobilisation to secure action. Tehan stated that his office would continue pursuing resolution for remaining insurance cases to ensure residents receive necessary financial support for rebuilding. Tehan criticised the state Labor government for neglecting road maintenance in western Victoria, citing safety concerns on the Western Highway. Tehan welcomed the coalition's commitment of $5 billion for road repairs and urged the federal government to adjust funding formulas to increase investment rather than reduce it. Tehan supported a request for $10 million in funding for the Children's Cancer CoLab to assist young cancer survivors with long-term health issues. Tehan also highlighted the successful advocacy for a headspace satellite centre in Ararat and emphasised the need for workforce training in regional mental health services.