Chris Gulaptis

Less paperwork for community groups

Charities and community groups in rural, regional and remote areas can now raise money and run community events free of unnecessary red tape and admin costs, following action from the NSW Nationals in the state government and improvements to community gaming laws. “I received a lot of feedback on this: local not for profits were…

Temporary housing pods arrive in Monaro

Two recovery pods have arrived in Nerriga this week, allowing those impacted by the summer’s bushfires to stay on their properties while they begin the process of rebuilding. Deputy Premier and NSW Nationals leader John Barilaro said up to 200 accommodation pods were being rolled out across the state, thanks to a partnership between the…

Conservation

The NSW Nationals support research to establish whether rare and endangered flora and fauna exist on reserves or in areas of remnant vegetation on agricultural private property located within rural areas, and will designate ‘environmentally sensitive areas’ if rare flora and fauna are found.