Lynne Mowbray|

Last Wednesday, The Grafton Chamber of Commerce held what could be their last Chamber breakfast for a while, due to the changing uncertain climate caused by the Coronavirus.

Guest speakers at the breakfast meeting were Kevin Hogan MP and Chris Gulaptis MP.

Our local members were going to give an update on local infrastructure projects, but only touched briefly on the subject.

Instead they chose to talk about the impact that Coronavirus is having not only on our health, but also on the global economy.

In a comment from Mr Hogan, he said that as a community, now is the time we (need to) come together.

“There are many local businesses who are making changes to help others,” Mr Hogan said.

“For example, some are supplying food and services through phone orders or delivering to your door or pick up from farm gate or their businesses.

“If you are a local business/farmer and want to get the word out about what you are doing, please let me know.

“(You can) email me via kevin.hogan.mp@aph.gov.au and let me know what you are doing and how you would like people to place orders. I will share the information on my Facebook and Instagram page.

“The Government has announced health and economic support for businesses and individuals who need a hand. Please contact my office for more information.

For the latest information, contact the National Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080. This operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also visit www.health.gov.au

Please stay safe, this will pass, but it is important that we all do what we can, to try and limit the impact of this,” he said.