NSW regional news and media releases
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Maxwell Mine officially opens, backing 400+ local jobs in the Upper Hunter
The Minns Labor Government welcomes the news that more than 400 direct, ongoing jobs are being supported in the Upper Hunter, as the Maxwell Underground Mine officially opens today.
Regional NSW the key to boosting our visitor economy
The Minns Labor Government is driving growth across regional NSW with the launch of a new tourism marketing strategy designed to attract even more visitors, boost local businesses and create jobs across Regional NSW.
NSW Government response plan in place after suspected H5 detection
New South Wales is responding to a suspect positive case of H5 bird flu.
Have your say on the future of NSW’s biosecurity framework
The Minns Labor Government is inviting members of the community to provide feedback on a draft NSW Biosecurity Strategy that will provide the focus for improvements to the state’s biosecurity framework over the next 10 years.
$41 million investment into NSW’s aquaculture industry to boost jobs and production
The Minns Labor Government is investing in the state’s aquaculture industry in a major funding boost that will create jobs and drive innovation in aquaculture businesses across New South Wales – from Tweed Heads down to Eden on the South Coast.
Securing the future of NSW abalone industry through science-led reform
The Minns Labor Government is taking decisive action to secure the long-term future of the state’s abalone industry, with the release of the independent Total Allowable Fishing Committee’s (TAFC) determination for the 2026–27 fishing season.
NSW strengthens surveillance for H5 bird flu
The NSW Government has increased surveillance and boosted biosecurity capacity for H5 bird flu by dedicating additional resources to identifying potential cases coupled with an awareness campaign focused on input from the community and the needs of industry.
Community at heart of regional and rural Budget boost
This year’s Stage Budget recognises that cost-of-living pressures remain a challenge for the people of regional and rural New South Wales.
Minns Labor Government budget delivers record infrastructure investment and cost-of living relief for the Central Coast
The Minns Labor Government’s 2026-27 Budget delivers for Central Coast families — providing immediate cost-of-living relief, record investment in health, schools and essential services, and the infrastructure needed to keep the region connected and growing.
Budget delivers for the North Coast
The Minns Labor Government has handed down a Budget which locks in major funding for North Coast health infrastructure, alongside targeted cost-of-living relief designed for regional households and disaster recovery.