Current COVID-19 restrictions will be extended for another month, with a focus on a safe return to school and restarting non-urgent elective surgery as soon as possible. Current settings will continue from Thursday, January 27, 2022, until Sunday, February 28, 2022, including: Hospitality venues, including pubs, clubs, restaurants and cafes, and nightclubs must follow the…
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Eleven projects will be delivered across Oxley as the Stronger Country Community Fund provides new and upgraded facilities, infrastructure, and programs that make a big difference to everyday life in the bush. Nationals Member for Oxley Melinda Pavey said these projects will build upon the NSW government’s vision to help make regional NSW the best…
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A refresh of ladies bathrooms, meeting rooms, and storage is on the cards at Tamworth City Bowling Club thanks to $70,000 from the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund. Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said the funding will help support the club as it continues to grow its membership and…
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Beachgoers are being urged to take responsibility for their safety and swim between the flags, after NSW recorded an increase in the number of drownings this Summer. Since December 1, there have been 15 coastal deaths and drownings, including three rock fisherman, which is two more than the same time last year. People are being…
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Schools will resume under COVID-smart settings that will minimise the risk of the virus and allow teachers and pupils to safely return to the classroom. As part of the new measures, every student and teacher in NSW government and non-government schools will be able to receive rapid antigen test (RAT) kits before school returns on…
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Food and beverage manufacturers on the Mid North Coast are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $25,000 to save on energy bills. Under the latest $19.9 million round of the Energy Efficient Communities (EEC) program, Federal grants are available to assist small and medium sized businesses to improve energy efficiency and adopt new…
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More than 6,000 hectares of high biodiversity land on the Liverpool Plains will be protected for good by the NSW Government, as part of the finalisation of a $100 million agreement with Shenhua Watermark Coal Pty Limited (Shenhua). Deputy Premier Paul Toole said the government’s acquisition of the parcels of land delivers on a commitment to protect…
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Riding for the Disabled is a voluntary, non-profit organisation which provides opportunities for anyone with a disability to enjoy safe, healthy, therapeutic, horse-related activities. The organisation is made up of some wonderful students, parents, committee members, and volunteers. Last year Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole paid a number of visits to…
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The wait is over for 76,000 students who have received their Higher School Certificate results. Nationals Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said this is a momentous day for school leavers, who have achieved outstanding results on par with previous years. “The Class of 2021 should feel so proud of what they have achieved today, succeeding…
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Narromine’s Abram Liddell has been recognised after finishing first in the state in Electrotechnology in the 2021 Higher School Certificate. Electrotechnology includes the design, assembly and repair of electronic and electrical networks, equipment, facilities for purposes such as industrial, commercial, and domestic. Abram’s school, St Johns College Dubbo said, in a statement, “This is an…
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