John Barilaro

Industrial renaissance for regional communities

The NSW Nationals in the state government are building five powerhouse economic precincts across regional NSW that will create up to 18,000 new jobs, attract new investors and strengthen regional economies. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro said the Special Activation Precinct (SAP) program provides a roadmap for investment across the state…

Regional Education Minister Andrew Gee

Corporates set sights on regional Australia

NSW Nationals Minister for Decentralisation and Regional Education Andrew Gee welcomed the establishment of the RAC2031 initiative, which he said would contribute to and complement the NSW Nationals in the federal government’s commitment to create jobs and boost investment in country Australia. “I was delighted to address the RAC2031 last week, especially given the group’s…

Green light for Richmond Valley industrial development

Crucial infrastructure works to develop 46 hectares of new industrial land in Casino has been given the green light, allowing major businesses to commence operations. Federal Nationals Member for Page Kevin Hogan announced $1.5 million to help the local council provide power, water, sewerage and a road network to two key sites. “This project is…

Nationals in Government transforming the regions

From Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack: The Nationals in Government are continuing to promote and advance regional Australia at the very heart of the government. Over the past couple of weeks, you would have seen that we have brought forward significant infrastructure investment in every State and Territory. In New South Wales, we have brought…

Figures Reveal Nats in Government Back Regions

New data has revealed the Nationals in Government are helping secure the future of regional areas. Federal Member for Parkes and Decentralisation Minister Mark Coulton said a 44 per cent increase in regional migrant placements were backing the regions and taking population pressure off our largest cities. “The Government’s decentralisation agenda is supporting strong and…