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Fighting tomorrow’s drought today

The battle against the next drought has begun with the NSW Nationals in the state government announcing a combined $64 million in the 2021-22 NSW Budget over four years for the ‘Future Ready Regions’ strategy that will help farmers and regional communities grow, thrive and plan for the future. Deputy Premier John Barilaro and NSW…

Surf club funding boost from NSW Nats in government

Local Surf Life Saving Clubs will be better equipped to protect people thanks to the NSW Nationals in the state government’s 2020/21 Surf Club Facility Program. Cape Hawke Surf Life Saving Club received $48,544 under the program to repair the roof and install solar panels. NSW Nationals Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead congratulated the…

Lights, camera, action as Hollywood comes to Coffs

A new movie studio backed by Hollywood superstar Russell Crowe and the NSW Nationals in the state government will be established at Pacific Bay Resort in Coffs Harbour. NSW Nationals leader and Deputy Premier John Barilaro said the proposal, which also includes a boutique hotel, a state-of-the-art film school, an indigenous art gallery, and an…

Fisheries scale up recruiting efforts

The NSW Nationals in the state government will recruit first year fisheries officers to ensure the continued protection and management of our aquatic habitats, fisheries resources, and ecosystems. NSW Nationals Agriculture Minister Adam Marshall encouraged individuals who are passionate about the state’s fisheries resources and like the outdoors to consider a career as a NSW…

Best and brightest encouraged to teach next generation

Academics, high-performing professionals, and subject matter experts will have an accelerated pathway into a teaching career thanks to a radical overhaul by the NSW Nationals in the state government. NSW Nationals Education Minister Sarah Mitchell said the new pathways were for professionals who had experience in relevant subject areas, or who already had teaching experience…

Fang encourages more people to ‘get the jab’

NSW Nationals MLC Wes Fang is encouraging more people, especially those in regional, rural and remote areas, to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Mr Fang made the call after receiving his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, and is encouraging others in regional NSW to check their eligibility on the Commonwealth website and register via the…

Federal Nats chair honoured for service to the community

Acting Prime Minister and federal Nationals leader Michael McCormack said he was delighted to see the long community contribution of Party federal chair and former MP Kay Hull recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Mrs Hull’s admission to the Office of the Order of Australia recognises her distinguished service to rural and regional communities…