Local health is the big winner from the NSW Budget, according to Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis. “The Budget confirms key local election promises namely progressing planning for the $263 million Grafton Base Hospital redevelopment on top of the $17.5 million already invested in the current upgrade of the hospital,” Mr Gulaptis said. “The Budget…
NSW Nationals Member for Tamworth Kevin Anderson says water security is a key part of the NSW Budget with $170 million to fast track critical water and infrastructure projects in drought stricken areas. Mr Anderson, whose electorate is one of those particularly hard-hit by the drought, said the pressure from an unprecedented drought meant that…
Regional communities and drought-stricken farmers are at the heart of the 2019-20 NSW Budget with the Nationals in Government expanding emergency drought support measures, increasing funding for regional roads and water security, and investing record amounts in mobile and data connectivity. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro said this Budget commited $355…