Gurmesh Singh

Empowering our future rural female leaders

Women on the Coffs Coast looking to take up leadership development opportunities can apply for the Future Women Rural Scholarship program, with the NSW Nationals in the state government launching a new round of this successful initiative. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said $120,000 is available to women to help them achieve their…

Dawson River bridge project closer to completion

The Dawson River Bridge upgrade at Cundletown is one step closer to completion, with RMP Abrasive Blasting announced to deliver the final stage of painting and maintenance works. Nationals Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead said the NSW Nationals in the state government are investing $3 million to upgrade the bridge on Manning River Drive.…

Tamworth Meals on Wheels supporting our community

Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson has thanked Tamworth Meals on Wheels for continuing to support local elderly clients throughout the pandemic. “Tamworth Meals on Wheels do a great job in supporting our community and I want to thank Manager Peter Gallagher, his team and all the volunteers who keep the service running,” Mr Anderson…

Sarah Mitchell

2021 HSC results to be delivered ahead of schedule

Students who sat their HSC last year will receive their results earlier than expected, with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) completing the marking and processing of the 2021 HSC ahead of schedule. Nationals Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said 2021 HSC students will now be able to access their results on Thursday, January 20,…

“John McEwen House and the company that built it”

Sir John McEwen has been described as one of Australia’s most influential politicians. Born in country Victoria, his struggle through drought and depression defined his character and drove him into rural politics. After gaining prominence with the Victorian Farmers’ Union, he became the federal member for Echuca in 1934. In 1958 he became leader of…

Berry good deal for Aussie farmers

The federal government has announced a $239,000 grant to Berries Australia to give the industry the tools needed to expand into export markets. Nationals Minister for Agriculture David Littleproud said many berry growers are eager to export after doing it tough during the pandemic. “This project will provide them with the insights and resources to…