Investment in housing, growing and upskilling the health workforce, ensuring access to quality learning at every stage of life and improving transport and digital connectivity will be key focuses of the NSW Government’s new vision for the regions. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole today unveiled Our Vision for Regional Communities –…
Cundletown Tennis Club has received $160,000 in funding for through the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Infrastructure Grants program. Nationals Member for Myall Lakes, Stephen Bromhead, said this will help the club replace its current courts with new synthetic grass courts that will result in more people picking up a racquet and hitting the…
More than 250 North Coast industry leaders have taken part in a forum to learn how they can help deliver the Coffs Harbour bypass. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said the bypass is the biggest single piece of infrastructure ever delivered in the Coffs Harbour region and it was encouraging to see so…
Clarence Valley Council has secured a grant of $953,700 from the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Active Transport initiative for the construction of a two-metre wide footpath along Gumnut Drive, Yamba, connecting to Shores Drive. Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis said the Get NSW Active program provides funding for local projects that encourage vibrant…
Narrandera CRC Incorporated has been successful in receiving funding of $141,589 to deliver upgrades to the CRC Plaza Theatre thanks to the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Creative Capital program. Nationals Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke announced the funding during a visit to the theatre, while encouraging the community to continue enjoying this beloved…
A new $1 million bridge has been officially opened in the Dungog Shire, as part of a 23 bridge replacement program funded through the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Fixing Country Bridges program. Nationals Member for Upper Hunter Dave Layzell said the new bridge has secured a brighter future for Dungog and ensured the…
Coffs Coast community organisation R&R Care Ltd is celebrating $40,000 in funding through the NSW Nationals in the state government’s Infrastructure Grants program. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said this funding will help R&R Care in their important work by providing improvements to facilities and services our community deserves. “R&R Care in Coffs…
The tiny Richmond Valley community of New Italy welcomed North Coast Nationals MLC and Minister for Arts Ben Franklin, along with Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis, who’ve announced a $250,000 grant to renovate the Italian Pavilion. “There is nowhere on the planet quite like New Italy. It is a North Coast treasure and it is…
Iluka has celebrated as one with Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis and Nationals Minister for Regional Health Bronnie Taylor joining the community to officially open the town’s first ambulance station. Mr Gulaptis thanked the community for all their hard work in helping the NSW Government deliver this important project. “Today marks a significant milestone for…
The new bridge over the Clarence River at Grafton has been officially named Balun Bindarray Bridge. Nationals Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway said the new name was chosen after extensive consultation with the Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr Aboriginal communities, the wider community, and Clarence Valley Council. “There was strong community support for the…
More than 70 volunteers and staff of the NSW Rural Fire Service Northern Rivers District have been recognised for their dedication and achievements at a special ceremony in Casino. Nationals Member for Clarence Chris Gulaptis joined RFS Deputy Commissioner Peter McKechnie to present five National and 66 Long Service Medals. “The volunteers and staff being…
Flood-affected residents in the Central West are being encouraged to access a range of expanded mental health support services to help them deal with the devastating floods that have impacted their communities. The NSW Nationals in the state government have increased the number of mental health clinicians and workers deployed in the Central West to…
Small business owners and not-for-profit organisations across flood-affected parts of NSW can now apply for up to $50,000 to help with immediate clean-up and recovery costs. The grants are administered by Service NSW as part of a range of support programs for disaster-impacted communities. Businesses can apply via the Service NSW website – https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/floods They…
Federal Nationals Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is today celebrating 15 years since he was first elected to the House of Representatives. On November 24, 2007, Mr Coulton became the Member for Parkes after winning 46.77 per cent of the primary vote in the 2007 Federal Election, taking over the seat from John Cobb. “When…
Some of the most talented and inspiring women from regional NSW have been recognised in a ceremony at Parliament House for the 2022 Ministers’ Awards for Women in Local Government. Nationals Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor said the annual Awards celebrate women setting an example of excellence in public service. “The Award winners demonstrate the…
