Two projects have been approved for funding under the NSW Nationals in the federal government’s Saluting Their Service Program ahead of one of the most important days in our nation’s calendar – Remembrance Day. Federal Nationals Member for Riverina Michael McCormack said it was important to remember and commemorate the efforts of our veterans. “The…
The regional NSW visitor economy will be boosted by a share of $5.5 million in grants from the NSW Nationals in the state government to support product development, marketing programs, and business events. The investment across regional NSW will create jobs, enhance the visitor experience, promote NSW regions as ‘must-visit’ destinations, and stimulate new business…
Gunnedah airport’s long awaited runway upgrade will soon be delivered thanks to $1.844 million from the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Resources for Regions Fund. The funding announcement comes after Gunnedah Shire Council resolved to take steps to certify the Gunnedah Aerodrome as per Civil Aviation Safety Authority requirements. Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin…
Hundreds of students studying to be doctors, nurses, midwives and allied health professionals head to Coffs Harbour every year for part of their training, creating jobs, boosting local investment and increasing access to health professionals for local patients. Through the NSW Nationals in the federal government’s Rural Health Multidisciplinary Training (RHMT) Program, students are exposed…
An independent report has been released with recommendations for how the planning system can address housing supply and affordability in regional communities. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole welcomed the Regional Housing Taskforce’s report, which was underpinned by five key recommendations and 15 actions. “We set up the Taskforce to provide advice…
Few people are as familiar with the challenges of reaching the finishing line in this pandemic as our Tokyo Olympians, and today they’ve sent their best wishes to our HSC students ahead of the start of their written exams. Nationals Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said students should remember life after school is just around…
A Coffs Harbour business that designs and builds innovative outdoor screens for homes and businesses is set to bring manufacturing inhouse to reduce its reliance on offshore suppliers, thanks to the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Regional Job Creation Fund. A $120,000 grant will help Ossie O buy and install new plant and equipment…
Mining communities across regional NSW are set to benefit from infrastructure and programs that will improve economic opportunities, local amenity and create positive social outcomes, thanks to Round Eight of Resources for Regions. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said $75 million will deliver 93 projects – the largest number of projects…
Young people are being encouraged to skill up this Summer and support the regions with 10,000 free training places across more than 800 courses now available. The NSW Nationals in the state government have launched the Summer Skills program, offering free training delivered by TAFE NSW and 120 registered training providers in critical industries. Deputy…
A new $10 million facility is to be built in Coffs Harbour, where a Rural Fire Service (RFS) helicopter will be based for rapid deployment across northern NSW. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh was joined by Minister for Police and Emergency Services David Elliott, RFS Commissioner Rob Rogers and RFS Deputy Commissioner Kyle…