Gurmesh Singh

Empowering our future rural female leaders

Women on the Coffs Coast looking to take up leadership development opportunities can apply for the Future Women Rural Scholarship program, with the NSW Nationals in the state government launching a new round of this successful initiative. Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said $120,000 is available to women to help them achieve their…

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Dawson River bridge project closer to completion

The Dawson River Bridge upgrade at Cundletown is one step closer to completion, with RMP Abrasive Blasting announced to deliver the final stage of painting and maintenance works. Nationals Member for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead said the NSW Nationals in the state government are investing $3 million to upgrade the bridge on Manning River Drive.…

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Tamworth Meals on Wheels supporting our community

Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson has thanked Tamworth Meals on Wheels for continuing to support local elderly clients throughout the pandemic. “Tamworth Meals on Wheels do a great job in supporting our community and I want to thank Manager Peter Gallagher, his team and all the volunteers who keep the service running,” Mr Anderson…

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Sarah Mitchell

2021 HSC results to be delivered ahead of schedule

Students who sat their HSC last year will receive their results earlier than expected, with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) completing the marking and processing of the 2021 HSC ahead of schedule. Nationals Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said 2021 HSC students will now be able to access their results on Thursday, January 20,…

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“John McEwen House and the company that built it”

Sir John McEwen has been described as one of Australia’s most influential politicians. Born in country Victoria, his struggle through drought and depression defined his character and drove him into rural politics. After gaining prominence with the Victorian Farmers’ Union, he became the federal member for Echuca in 1934. In 1958 he became leader of…

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New pin recognising indigenous Rural Fire Service volunteers

The contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander volunteers make to the NSW Rural Fire Service has been highlighted, with the unveiling of a new Indigenous pin at a ceremony in Gunnedah. Nationals Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience Steph Cooke said the symbolic pin highlights the experience and knowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander members…

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Berry good deal for Aussie farmers

The federal government has announced a $239,000 grant to Berries Australia to give the industry the tools needed to expand into export markets. Nationals Minister for Agriculture David Littleproud said many berry growers are eager to export after doing it tough during the pandemic. “This project will provide them with the insights and resources to…

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Vital upgrade work underway on Captains Flat Road

Nationals Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Sam Farraway has joined Nationals candidate for Monaro Nichole Overall to mark the commencement of work on the $10 million upgrade of Captains Flat Road. Mrs Overall said the much-needed upgrade is another example of the NSW Nationals delivering on commitments for regional communities and would ensure a…

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New era takes flight for NSW Ambulance

Five state-of-the-art NSW Ambulance aircraft are taking to the skies across the state, providing even better care for rural and regional areas. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the new fleet would provide a major boost to NSW Ambulance’s fixed wing operations, improving patient transport speeds and reaching even more areas…

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Changes to NSW COVID settings

The NSW Government is taking precautionary steps to maintain its safe and measured approach as we continue to learn to live with COVID. The following adjustments to the government’s pandemic settings will come into effect: From 12.01am Friday, December 24,2021: Masks will be compulsory in all indoor non-residential settings, including for hospitality staff and in…

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