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An international team of world-class scientists, led by the Minns Government’s NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD), is working on a groundbreaking project designed to protect underwater kelp forests and sustain our fisheries into the future.
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A NSW stonemason dedicated to conserving the state’s historic sandstone landmarks will travel to Europe to study leading-edge conservation techniques after being awarded the 2026 George Proudman Fellowship.
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The Parkes Special Activation Precinct is set for a major economic boost, with three companies planning to establish operations in the precinct in a move expected to generate $65 million in private investment and more than 100 new permanent jobs for the region.
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Local government workers will now be supported through the Minns Labor Government’s Welcome Experience program, helping them settle into essential jobs in regional local councils such as road maintenance, town planning, engineering and childcare services for communities.
Ministerial media release
For the first time in more than 40 years, NSW Government’s Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) scientists are collaborating on a national program to identify elite chickpea rhizobia inoculant strains, helping farmers reduce synthetic nitrogen fertiliser use in crops.