NSW primary industries and regional development news and media releases
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Minns Government introduces Bill to establish NSW’s first independent Office of Animal Welfare
The Minns Labor Government is introducing a Bill to Parliament today to establish NSW’s first independent Office of Animal Welfare, delivering on a key election commitment to strengthen transparency and accountability of the organisations responsible for enforcing animal welfare laws in NSW.
Community sites sought for Burrgadi trainees
Mid North Coast landholders, councils and community organisations are being encouraged to put forward local work sites to help Aboriginal trainees gain real world experience in a range of outdoor industries through the Burrgadi Outdoor Industry Development Program.
Gone Fishing Day expands to the full Weekend – more time to fish with family and friends
The Minns Labor Government is encouraging people across the State to grab a rod, head outdoors and celebrate recreational fishing as Gone Fishing Day expands into the first-ever Gone Fishing Weekend, on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026.
MACH Energy High Court decision
The NSW Government acknowledges the High Court of Australia’s ruling on MACH Energy’s Mount Pleasant coal mine extension and will carefully consider the full judgment.
Tahmoor’s reopening gets a step closer with sale settlement and repayment of royalties
Hundreds of Tahmoor Colliery employees are closer to returning to work with today’s completion of the mine’s sale to GEAR / M Resources Consortium.
Winjirra Events kicks off at Koori Knockout
Awabakal Local Aboriginal Land Council (ALALC) has launched cultural events company Winjirra Events at this year’s Koori Knockout, creating new Aboriginal employment, training and business opportunities with support from the NSW Government.
$1.55 million boost for Monaro and Snowy Mountains communities
The Minns Labor Government is investing $1.55 million into 12 community-led projects in the Monaro and Snowy region helping make towns more liveable, connected and vibrant places to live.
New era for Moree – Business and NSW Government investments creating jobs and opportunities
A private investment in the NSW Government’s Moree Special Activation Precinct will create new jobs and opportunities for the region’s grain and cotton industries.
Minns Government releases strategy to tackle cattle tick
The Minns Labor Government is strengthening protections for NSW beef and dairy industries, today releasing the state’s Cattle Tick Strategy as part of the government’s efforts to reinvigorate the NSW Cattle Tick Program.
$6.95 million boost for New England and Northern Tablelands Active Regional Communities
The Minns Labor Government is investing $6.95 million into 17 community-led projects across New England and the Northern Tablelands region helping make towns more liveable, connected and vibrant places to live.