The NSW Nationals in Government have approved a $1.65 million upgrade to the Borg timber processing and manufacturing plant in Oberon, which will create 20 new construction jobs and help the Australian-owned and operated company remain competitive in a global industry. NSW Nationals Member for Bathurst Paul Toole said the Borg facility upgrade will allow…
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The NSW Nationals in Government are investing $375,000 for design work to improve road safety at the border crossing between Queensland and NSW, Tweed Nationals MP Geoff Provest has revealed. “Given that the Gold Coast Airport is mostly in NSW, it’s only fair that NSW residents have easy access without having to take a longer…
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Emergency services volunteers in Taree will be better equipped to respond to medical emergencies in the course of their duties after welcoming a new defibrillator for Manning Volunteer Rescue Association. “The Taree VRA is one of 31 additional defibrillators will go into the hands of our skilled SES, Marine Rescue and VRA volunteers across the…
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It’s time to hitch up the boat as the gates to regional dams and recreational areas are open in time for the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, as COVID-19 lockdown restrictions continue to ease. NSW Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson said WaterNSW had opened their picnic and barbecue areas, walking tracks and public toilets to…
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Deputy Premier and NSW Nationals Leader John Barilaro has slammed the Shooters’ Party for their hypocrisy and double standards exposed in the debate over the coal seam gas moratorium private member’s Bill. “This week, the Shooters have truly been exposed for the frauds that they are – they plan to preference the Labor Party in…
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Residents and visitors will soon experience safer journeys through the village of Jugiong with a reduction in speed limits. NSW Nationals Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said the changes were the result of a comprehensive review of speed zones on Riverside Drive, following an increase in pedestrian and vehicle volumes and in response to concerns…
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The Taree Universities Campus will now become a reality with the announcement from Nationals Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie that Federal funding for the new multi-million-dollar campus has been secured. “This is a magnificent day for our region. Many people have been wondering if we would ever get a uni campus, and I’m pleased…
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A new campaign strongly supported by the Nationals in Government has been launched to promote Australian Made products. Federal Nationals Member for Page Kevin Hogan has joined the campaign to back Australian jobs and Australian businesses during the pandemic and beyond by promoting locally-produced products and businesses on his Facebook page. “I know everyone wants…
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Coraki residents will see the heritage-listed Glebe Bridge across the Richmond River undergo a maintenance makeover, Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis has announced. Mr Gulaptis said the bridge, built in 1905, required regular maintenance to ensure it continued to provide safe journeys across the river for the local community. “The nine-span timber and steel bridge…
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NSW Nationals Member for Upper Hunter Michael Johnsen has announced the redevelopment of the Murrurundi Wilson Memorial Hospital reached another important milestone recently with the pouring of concrete for the new hospital foundations. Mr Johnsen said the concrete slab for the new hospital building was poured over three consecutive days and approximately 160 cubic metres…
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