“If the Minister has made the investment decision on these projects in order to boost her own political prospects then that is highway robbery at its finest”

The Minns Labor Government’s $334 million Regional Roads Fund is being investigated by the NSW Auditor General after concerns were raised around the lack of probity relating to the chosen projects. New details have emerged that a $50 million grant, or about one sixth of the total funding, was allocated to Minister for Regional Transport…

Nats’ steak sangas back for Agquip

The popular NSW Nationals steak sandwich fundraiser has returned at this year’s AgQuip agricultural field day near Gunnedah. Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said the pollies will be picking up the tongs for a good cause. “AgQuip is the highlight of the NSW agricultural calendar, and a major boost to the Gunnedah community who…

Vietnam Veterans’ Day – August 18

The Vietnam War was Australia’s longest conflict of the 20th Century. Our first troops arrived in 1962. Our participation in the war was formally declared at an end when the Governor-General issued a proclamation on January 11, 1973. More than 60,000 Australians served in the Vietnam War, including more than 15,000 National Servicemen. More than…

Labor’s Economic Roundtable a PR exercise

Labor’s economic roundtable is shaping up to be another PR stunt, including a session on trade that includes virtually none of Australia’s biggest exporters. Shadow Minister for Trade, Investment and Tourism, Kevin Hogan, said business leaders are telling him they want real reform, not a PR exercise. “Leaving exporters out of a key trade discussion…

Funding boost for Coffs Coast community infrastructure

The Coffs Coast has secured more than $440,000 in funding for local infrastructure projects through the NSW Government’s 2025 Community Building Partnership Program. The $41 million program ensures local organisations and councils across the state have the facilities to support more vibrant and inclusive communities. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour, Gurmesh Singh, said this year’s…

NSW Nationals secure incinerator inquiry

The NSW Nationals have secured a Parliamentary inquiry into waste to energy incinerators, following concerns almost a million tonnes of extra waste could be sent to the regions each year to help deal with an overflow in Sydney. The motion was moved in the Upper House by NSW Nationals MLC Scott Barrett with fellow Nationals…