NSW regional news and media releases
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Work to begin on new Narooma Arts and Community Centre
A sod turn has marked the start of construction of the long-awaited Narooma Arts and Community Centre, celebrating a major milestone for the Far South Coast community.
Historic biosecurity budget boost
The Minns Labor Government will invest over $140 million of new funding to safeguard the future of our states agricultural industry. As part of the Government’s comprehensive plan to build better regional communities this year’s state budget will continue the government’s focus on strengthening the state’s biosecurity program with and primary industries research capabilities.
$2.5 million Lung Bus arrives in Orange to protect workers against dust diseases
The Minns Labor Government has renewed its commitment to protect workers from dust diseases with its new $2.5 million state-of-the -art Lung Health Mobile Clinic which is providing lung health checks to thousands of people across New South Wales.
NSW Budget delivers Newcastle Logistics Precinct to support energy investment
The Minns Labor Government is investing $115.5 million to build the Newcastle Logistics Precinct – a critical new hub that will support the delivery of more reliable and affordable renewable energy to homes and businesses across NSW.
Young Hunter families to benefit from creation of 1,000 new free public preschool places
Hundreds of families in the Hunter are closer to accessing free early learning, as contracts to deliver 12 new public preschools are awarded as part of the Minns Labor Government’s historic program to build 100 new public preschools across NSW.
Blueprint for a resilient South East NSW website launched at NSW Parliament
A new website to help South-East New South Wales communities prepare for natural disasters has been launched at NSW Parliament by Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty.
High schools Get Hooked on new fishing program
The Minns Labor Government’s highly successful primary school fishing education program which has introduced more than 70,000 students to the joys of fishing, is set to expand into NSW high schools from today.
Coffs business a screening success story
Whether you’re trying to beat the Aussie mozzies or need a breeze to beat the heat when summer comes, a Coffs Harbour company is leading the way with screening solutions thanks to $120,000 from the NSW Government.
Newcastle ready for global take-off with first international flight outside Australasia
For the first time in its history, Newcastle Airport will welcome an ongoing international service outside Australasia, connecting the Hunter region directly to Asia with links the world.
Flood affected farming communities urged to complete damage survey as waters recede
Flood impacted farmers and primary producers are being asked to complete the NSW Government’s Primary Industries Natural Disaster Damage Assessment (PiNDDA) survey, once it is safe for them to undertake the task.