As flood-affected communities struggle without a Category D declaration, the people of the Macleay Valley and Hastings are taking matters into their own hands. This Sunday at 12pm at Kempsey Racecourse, the community, primary producers, and businesses will rally to demand action. A free community BBQ, provided by flood-hit local butchers, will bring the community…
Nationals Member for Myall Lakes, Tanya Thompson, said the Minns Labor Government’s 2025/26 budget has delivered a brutal blow to the Myall Lakes region, failing to recognise the needs of primary producers, residents, and businesses. Mrs Thompson said it was a bitter betrayal there was no additional funding for category D grants for communities flattened…
Clarence Nationals MP Richie Williamson says the NSW Budget fails to address the growing cost-of-living crisis impacting families, offers no support for struggling Clarence prawn fishers, and delivers little for the broader regional economy. Mr Williamson acknowledged the Budget confirmed funding for the continued redevelopment of Grafton Base Hospital and an upgrade to Casino High…