The NSW government has released its back-to-school plan. It will see a staggered return to face-to-face learning from October, HSC exams will be delayed until November, and there will be mandatory vaccinations for school staff. The staggered return to face-to-face learning will begin on Monday October 25 with students in Kindergarten and Year 1. Students…
Nationals Riverina MP Michael McCormack is encouraging eligible community groups, farmers, and landholders to apply for grants under round two of the Murray-Darling Healthy Rivers Program, which is now open for applications. Mr McCormack said several organisations in the Riverina and Central West were already benefiting from the previous round of grants. “Narrawa Seeds at…
The NSW government on Thursday announced the lockdown in regional NSW will be extended until Friday September 10. Deputy Premier John Barilaro said the decision was vital as the regions remain “on a knife’s edge” as the virus continues to spread. There were 35 new cases in the Western Local Health District, including 25 in…
More than 100 new bushfire recovery projects have been selected to aid in the recovery of native wildlife and habitat in seven regions severely impacted by the Black Summer bushfires – part of a $14 million commitment by the NSW Nationals in the federal government. Landcare Australia and the National Landcare Network are co-ordinating the projects…
NSW Nationals MP Steph Cooke has thanked the Narrandera community for turning out in force to attend a pop-up walk-in vaccination clinic. The clinic, held at TAFE NSW Narrandera , focused on vaccinating members of the aboriginal community. “Thank you to everyone who rolled up their sleeve and got their first vaccination. The turnout was…
The exhibition period for the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct draft master plan has now concluded after attracting more than 13,000 views online. Deputy Premier and Nationals Member for Monaro John Barilaro thanked those who made contributions and said there had been strong interest from both locals and tourists. “The community’s feedback will help to…
Tamworth, Gunnedah, and Manilla are hosting a 48 hour “vaxathon” this weekend. The local primary health community is joining forces to give our vaccination rate a boost by delivering more than 3,000 doses. 13 health providers in the region will offer the AstraZeneca vaccine on Saturday and Sunday (August 28 and 29) Nationals MP for…
The NSW Nationals in the state government have welcomed a new support package announced by the Commonwealth for early childhood education services. Nationals Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said the sector was in desperate need of support given the significant impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on services. “The NSW Government…
Twelve of the state’s brightest young leaders have been appointed to the 2021-22 Youth Advisory Council, reaffirming the commitment of the NSW Nationals in the state government to embed the voices of children and young people in its work. The Youth Advisory Council provides young people with the opportunity to influence decisions that will create…
The NSW Nationals in the state government have taken the first step towards repurposing the site of one of Australia’s oldest prisons, the former Grafton Gaol, to deliver better social, health, and economic benefits to the community. NSW Nationals Minister for Water, Property and Housing Melinda Pavey said a new subdivision plan for the 130-year-old…
Agricultural industries including cropping and dairy along the Murray are set to benefit from the Agricultural Worker Visa, which will provide a long term, reliable workforce for these critical industries. Nationals Senator for NSW Perin Davey said the Visa will help solve one of the great challenges facing regional Australia in recent history. “Since working…
As the lockdown in the Northern Rivers continues and residents face difficulties on our QLD border, it is important people are making time to look after themselves. NSW Nationals MLC Ben Franklin said the lockdown was difficult for people in different ways and reminded them that support is available. “This is a really tough time…
NSW Nationals Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh has welcomed four new police officers who are joining the Coffs Clarence Police District. More than 180 police recruits were sworn-in as probationary constables at a private attestation ceremony, held in compliance with COVID-19 restrictions, in Goulburn. The new probationary constables have been assigned to police area…
The NSW Nationals in the state government will provide $827,690 for upgrades to Gloucester, Muswellbrook, and Quirindi showgrounds under the latest round of the COVID-19 showground stimulus program. Nationals member for Upper Hunter David Layzell said the latest allocations are part of $16.7 million in funding being distributed state-wide and bring the total funding for…
The NSW Nationals in the state government are working to keep rural and regional communities safe with a new permit system that will come into effect this weekend. From 12.01am on Saturday, August 21, people travelling from Greater Sydney to regional NSW will need to have a permit. Under the updated public health orders, there…
