Last week’s NSW State Budget reconfirmed the NSW Government’s commitment to the Wagga Wagga Special Activation Precinct, with $154 million in funding allocated over the next four years taking the government’s total investment in the precinct to over $212 million .
Read MoreThe stakes are too high, and the risk is too great for Australia to take the cheap and nasty path of rushed overhead transmission lines.
Read MoreDisappointingly, the Legislative Council Standing Committee on State Development has recommended that HumeLink should proceed as an overhead transmission line project.
Read MoreFor rural people health care is often a long way away. Seeking health care and especially cancer treatment often means travelling long distances away from their family and carers. That’s why we must make sure we “Can do the distance!”.
Read MoreThe proposed payroll tax on general practices is a threat to rural and regional health.
Read MoreI welcome the recent announcement by the Hon. Tara Moriarty MLC the Minister for Agriculture that the search for New South Wales's first Feral Pig Coordinator has begun.
Read MoreThe custodianship of our environment, especially the Kosciuszko National Park, is a collective responsibility and duty for all Australians. It is a duty we must not fail in.
Read MoreSnowy Valleys residents are invited to provide their feedback and shape plans for the Snowy Valleys Resilience Hub Project.
Read MoreCan I begin by acknowledging the traditional owners, the Gadigal of this land. I also acknowledge the traditional owners of the land of the Riverina, that is the Wiradjuri.
Read MoreThe Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) tells us that 10% of all electricity is lost in current grid infrastructure - that is high voltage overhead transmission lines. Why are we investing billions of dollars into long term energy infrastructure using inefficient technology?
Read MoreWomen and girls across NSW will have access to more inclusive sporting facilities, thanks to the NSW Government’s $25 million Female Friendly Sport Facilities and Lighting Upgrades Program.
Read MoreI am really pleased to see that inland seafood is being recognised and given access to the same opportunities as the coastal seafood industry is provided.
Read MoreI welcome the commitment by the Opposition to ban phones and tablets in schools and provide a fund of $2.5 million into researching screen addiction for youths.
Read MoreThe Board of ClubsNSW quickly terminated the employment of CEO Joshua Landis after he slurred the Premier’s motivations on the grounds of his Christian faith.
Read MoreKids come in all shapes and sizes and as they grow into adulthood the width, height, dimensions of their bodies will change.
Read MoreThe recently announced Western Region Sport and Active Recreation Transport Program is a most welcome support package for rural, regional and remote local community organisations to help them travel to and participate in sport.
Read MoreThe issue of rural doctor shortages is a well-known crisis plaguing communities across rural, regional and remote New South Wales.
Read MoreGolf NSW has just announced that the Australian Women's Classic and the World Sand Greens Championship (Men & Women) will be held in regional New South Whales. This is in addition to the following competitions:
Read MoreI am supportive of measures to improve housing affordability. As a former emergency physician, I have seen the struggles and sacrifices that our health service goes through on a daily basis. I have tremendous respect and admiration for our health service.
Read MoreVulnerable communities will continue to receive free access to Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) with the NSW Government extending the program to 30 April 2023.
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