School students in NSW will be given the opportunity to fine-tune their financial literacy skills and learn about ways to secure their own future, including through initiatives like the new Kids Future Fund account, under a plan from the NSW Nationals. Under this plan: • The NSW Treasurer’s Financial Literacy Challenge, launched in 2022 for…
Dubbo racegoers will be able to enjoy peace of mind trackside with the support of the NSW Government’s $500,000 Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program. Nationals’ Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders has announced $4,500 for the Dubbo Turf Club to install two automated external defibrillators at the track. “We know early defibrillation can be the difference…
Families across NSW will continue to benefit from record investment in new and upgraded public schools with a re-elected NSW Nationals Government to inject a further $1.2 billion into school building projects. This will bring The Nationals’ total investment in public education infrastructure to $19 billion, delivering hundreds of new and upgraded schools across NSW.…
Every child in NSW will gain a financial head-start under a life-changing NSW Government plan to futureproof the finances of generations to come, giving them the best start to life. This is the most significant financial security investment in NSW history. Under a re-elected Nationals Government, every child in NSW aged 10 and under in…
Regional patients will be able to access specialist follow-up care closer to home with a re-elected Nationals’ Government announcing more than $7 million to establish virtual consultation spaces in every Multipurpose Service (MPS) across the state. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said it would allow patients to connect with specialists in…
Hundreds of teaching students at university will be given a unique opportunity to get a taste of country life every year through a week-long tour of selected regional, rural, and remote NSW public schools. A re-elected Nationals Government will double, to 400, the number of undergraduates given the chance to participate in the relaunched Beyond…
Work will kick off on pre-Kindergarten facilities at seven public schools across Myall Lakes, with a re-elected NSW Nationals Government to accelerate its $5.8 billion universal pre-Kindergarten program. The commitment will bring forward $1 billion to commence construction earlier, ensuring the first 500 facilities across NSW are complete within four years. Deputy Premier and Minister for…
Families across regional NSW will see hundreds of projects delivered at their local public schools through a $180 million investment from a re-elected NSW Nationals Government. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the commitment will more than double The Nationals’ investment in small capital works projects at regional schools through the…
Bourke Multipurpose Service (MPS) will undergo a major redevelopment, with a re-elected NSW Nationals Government set to invest $40 million to deliver new and improved health services in the region. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Bourke MPS redevelopment builds on the investment being made to deliver the health infrastructure…
A re-elected Nationals Government will invest up to $12 million to upgrade airstrips and airports across western NSW and support air services to remote communities. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole, speaking from Bourke, said the state’s remote airstrips provide a lifeline to health, emergency services, and other key industries that was…
Lynda Edwards has been named the 2023 NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year after taking out the NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year award. Nationals’ Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders congratulated Ms Edwards on the prestigious accomplishments. “Lynda is proud Wangkumara and Barkandji woman who has been a dedicated voice and volunteer for the Narromine…
A re-elected NSW Nationals Government will provide $10 million towards the redevelopment of the Grafton Regional and Casino Memorial swimming pools. Nationals’ candidate for Clarence, Richie Williamson, has announced a re-elected government will provide Clarence Valley Council with $6 million towards the redevelopment of the Grafton Regional Aquatic Centre. Mr Williamson said he was delighted…
Narromine’s Sally Everett has been named 2023 Dubbo Electorate Woman of the Year in recognition of the significant support she has given to the community. Nationals Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders presented the award, and congratulated Mrs Everett on the work she does for the region. “I’m so pleased to present his award to Sally…
A re-elected NSW Nationals Government will shine a spotlight on deadly cancers affecting women by providing $7 million in research grants for ovarian and other gynaecological cancers. This will include the provision of a $5 million Translational Research Grant and four $500,000 fellowships to support research and pave the way for future improvements to treatments.…
Today is International Women’s Day It’s important to recognise the women around us who play an important role in our lives – not just today, but every day. I am so thankful to be surrounded by incredible women including my wife Jo and two daughters, Keely and Scout. I would also like to acknowledge my…
