Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Darren Chester has slammed the ABC for its ‘one-sided coverage’ of the Australian timber industry. Mr Chester said the Four Corners program, which aired on Monday night, was another example of biased reporting focused on environmental activism. “From the first sentence of the program, it was obvious the…
State Nationals Member for Clarence Richie, Williamson, has welcomed the formal listing of the historic MV Beardmore on the NSW State Heritage Register. The Minister for Heritage has accepted a recommendation of the Heritage Council, with the listing officially published in the NSW Government Gazette on June 19. Mr Williamson said this marks a significant…
The NSW Nationals stand with farmers in opposing China’s additional 55 per cent tariff on Australian beef imports. NSW Nationals Leader and Shadow Minister for Regional NSW and Trade Gurmesh Singh said Chris Minns needs to pick up the phone to his good mate Anthony Albanese to ensure Canberra are fighting hard for our beef…
A Nationals Government will deliver a $100 registration rebate for NSW drivers as part of a broader plan to ease the cost of living and reduce the cost of driving. Nationals Leader Gurmesh Singh said under our plan, individuals will be able to claim a $100 rebate on the registration of a private-use vehicle, with…
The NSW Nationals are calling for the Minns Labor Government to properly fund and restore hours for Wee Waa Health Service as part of the upcoming Budget. Since May 2023, Wee Waa Hospital has been operating on so-called “temporarily reduced” hours from 8am to 5:30pm. Shadow Minister for Health and Regional Health, Sarah Mitchell, said…
Thank you very much, ladies and gentlemen, delegates. It’s wonderful to join you again at the New South Wales Nationals Conference. I’ll save some thanks for Rick a bit later on. Just apologize to start off with, I was here a little late because I did the Park Run this morning, and Gurmesh is pretty…
An elected Nationals Government will fund a $300 million biosecurity and control program for the coordination and management of feral animals to protect our critical primary industries sector and conserve our environment. Agriculture contributes approximately $25.5 billion per year to the NSW economy. The sector is one of NSW’s most productive and important industries, yet…
The NSW Nationals will bring back the Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at the 2027 election. The Regional Seniors Travel Card will provide eligible seniors in regional NSW with a $250 prepaid card for fuel, taxis, and pre-booked train or coach tickets. NSW Nationals Leader Gurmesh Singh said NSW is an incredible place to…
After three years of mounting legislation, regulations and compliance obligations, the Auditor-General has found the Minns Labor Government cannot demonstrate whether its water reforms are delivering meaningful benefits. A report by the Auditor-General has found the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has not adequately assessed the cumulative impact of water…
State Nationals Member for Clarence, Richie Williamson, has used the floor of the NSW Parliament to call for improved XPT rail services between Sydney and Brisbane. Mr Williamson has moved a motion aimed at delivering a more practical timetable for regional travellers, including those in the Richmond and Clarence Valleys. Mr Williamson has called on…
A Nationals Government will scrap Labor’s tax changes to protect northern NSW businesses, farmers, and families from a broken promises Budget. Nationals Leader Matt Canavan said a future Nationals Government would immediately stop all of Labor’s bad taxes, including changes made to the capital gains tax, as well as negative gearing and discretionary trusts. “Labor’s…
Photo: Hilltops Council Director of Infrastructure Duncan McGregor, Steph Cooke MP, and Hilltops Mayor Brian Ingram at NSW Parliament House. The 2026 NSW State Budget will determine whether the Boorowa Pipeline will move to construction, with Hilltops Council confirming design work is expected to be finalised this month. The project, estimated to cost $56 million,…
Nationals Leader Matt Canavan said Labor must fight the Trump Administration’s proposed new 12.5 per cent tariffs. Senator Canavan said the proposed tariffs on Australian goods are unjustified and a clear breach of the Free Trade Agreement Australia has with the US. “We are great friends with Americans but these latest tariffs are based on…
The Nationals have launched a petition to stand up for women and girls and to protect women’s spaces, sports, and shelters. Nationals Leader Matt Canavan said The Federal Court’s Giggle for Girls ruling proved Australia’s laws aren’t fit for purpose. “The Sex Discrimination Act fails to protect women’s spaces as Australians expect,” Senator Canavan said.…
Federal Nationals Member for Lyne, Alison Penfold, has called on WIN Television to immediately rule out staff redundancies and guarantee there will be no reductions in local news crews across the Hunter, Mid North Coast, and Northern NSW following reports of significant cuts to NBN News. Reports indicate weekday local news coverage will be reduced…
