More than 2,000 overseas skilled agricultural workers have arrived in NSW in the last 12 months to help industry overcome the COVID-induced labour shortage. Nationals Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall said the lack of workers in the agricultural sector remained at critical levels, which is why the NSW Government’s continued support was so important. “The…
Two additional freight-friendly pop-up testing sites are opening along key regional freight routes to support the industry and keep drivers COVID Safe. NSW Nationals Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said the new sites in Yass and Ballina are in addition to the six sites already set up across the state to make…
Learning from home has become easier for parents and teachers of primary school students, with the introduction of guided learning packs in NSW public schools and additional training for teachers. The guided learning packages are specifically designed for K–6 students and have been developed by a team of curriculum experts and designers to ensure they…
The NSW Nationals in the state government are calling for projects that improve water efficiency through off-farm infrastructure to save water in the Murray Darling Basin. Under the NSW Nationals in the federal government-funded program, up to $1.48 billion will be provided to support projects, including $1.33 billion for projects put forward by any of…
Road safety is at the forefront for the NSW Nationals in the state and federal governments, with a $178 million joint funding package enabling critical road upgrades to be completed this financial year. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said this additional investment will fund another 141 life-saving…
Four local Landcare bushfire recovery projects on the Mid North Coast have been selected to aid in the recovery of native wildlife and habitat impacted by the Black Summer bushfires. NSW Nationals Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie said Landcare Australia and the National Landcare Network were co-ordinating the projects, part of a $14 million…
The NSW Nationals in the state government have announced increased security for tenants and financial support for landlords by extending the Residential Tenancy Support package. NSW Nationals Minister for Better Regulation and Innovation Kevin Anderson said the Residential Tenancy Support package will now be paid for a second month and eligible landlords can now apply…
We’re encouraging people to apply for financial support available for individuals and businesses that are impacted by the current ‘stay at home’ rules.
A ground-breaking recycling project for a Coffs Coast business will capture the economic value of waste while driving jobs in key areas at critical times.
Work has commenced on the $3.7 million Bowraville Sports Hub. Nationals Member for Oxley Melinda Pavey joined representatives from Nambucca Valley Connected Sharing Sport Throughout the Region to turn the first sod of dirt on the sports precinct clubhouse component of the project which was a $3 million promise at the 2019 election. “Bowraville Sports…
To protect the people of NSW from the evolving COVID-19 outbreak, new restrictions will be introduced for all of regional NSW, effective from 5pm tonight until 12.01am Sunday 22 August 2021. Following updated health advice from NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant, stay-at-home orders will apply to all people who live in regional NSW.…
The Araluen Federal Hall’s major makeover will soon be complete with the Araluen Progress Association securing more than $121,000 in funding through the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Infrastructure Grants program. Nationals Member for Monaro John Barilaro said the grant will ensure the Araluen Federal Hall remains a valuable community asset for many years…
New road safety upgrades and improvements will be delivered to the Richmond electorate thanks to funding from the NSW Nationals in the federal government. NSW Nationals Senator Perin Davey said the funding will deliver crucial road safety improvements across Richmond whilst also supporting shovel-ready construction jobs. “This vital funding provides a critical boost to local…
Parents of newborns and toddlers impacted by the current COVID restrictions can access a range of free virtual early childhood health services, thanks to a $348,000 grant to Karitane from the NSW Nationals in the state government. NSW Nationals Minister for Women and Mental Health Bronnie Taylor said the not-for-profit parenting support service has recorded…
The NSW Nationals in the state government have urgently sent additional COVID-19 vaccines to Walgett and set up a pop-up Pfizer vaccination clinic as part of efforts to protect local residents following a positive case. NSW Nationals MLC Sam Farraway said more than 10,000 vaccines were being provided, to be shared across the Western NSW…
