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Key step forward for Manning Hospital redevelopment

Nationals Member for Myall Lakes, Tanya Thompson, has announced a builder has been appointed for the Stage 2 Redevelopment of Manning Hospital. Following a competitive tender process, AW Edwards has been selected to carry out the enabling works, which are set to begin in the coming weeks. Mrs Thompson said the enabling works will involve…

Farmers left behind in Alfred aftermath

The NSW Nationals are calling for urgent funding to help primary producers recover from the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Alfred. A joint funding package was announced today by the Albanese and Minns Labor Governments to provide grants to individuals and families, but it does not include any assistance for farmers. NSW Nationals Leader Dugald…

Vale Barbara Parnell

Barbara Parnell, thought to be the longest serving member of the New South Wales Nationals, has passed away in Wagga Wagga in her 99th year. “She truly was a stalwart of the party and a fine lady in every respect,” said Federal Member for Riverina, Michael McCormack. “Barbara leaves an outstanding legacy as someone who…

Cyclone disaster assistance

Disaster assistance has been activated for communities in 15 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Northern NSW ahead of the arrival of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. The NSW Government’s Natural Disaster Declaration applies to the LGAs of: Ballina, Bellingen, Byron, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Dungog, Kempsey, Kyogle, Lismore, Lord Howe Island, MidCoast, Nambucca Valley, Port Macquarie-Hastings, Richmond…

Dubbo electorate Woman of the Year

Nic Grose has been named the 2025 Dubbo electorate Woman of the Year in recognition of her impressive record of accomplishments in exercise physiology, community sports, and leadership. Nationals Leader and Member for Dubbo, Dugald Saunders, commended Nic on the honour, recognising her dedication to sport, health, and community in every role she undertakes. “This…

Major win for the Illawarra with wind farm on hold

The Nationals have secured a major win for Illawarra locals, after the bidder for the offshore wind zone project asked for its application to be paused until after the federal election. Leader David Littleproud said The Nationals had fought tirelessly against Labor’s bad idea and it was clear the local Illawarra community didn’t want it.…