NSW regional news and media releases
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Significant progress made in improving health outcomes for regional, rural and remote communities
The NSW Government is demonstrating its commitment to improving healthcare in rural and regional communities by recruiting and retaining more health workers, offering greater financial assistance for patients, and providing support to sustain the primary care sector.
$13.5 million biosecurity alert system for grain growers
The Minns Government is continuing to support the state’s agriculture industries by investing in advanced research and diagnostic technology to protect NSW grain production and our food security from the threat of exotic pathogens and pests.
1,500 Students look to the future with AgTech skills
High school students in regional NSW are getting firsthand experience using the latest tech like drone mapping and artificial intelligence as part of the Minns Labor Government initiative to boost skills and employment in the Agriculture Technology (AgTech) industry.
Regional Development Advisory Council EOI open
Community members interested in shaping the future prosperity of regional NSW are encouraged to apply to become part of the NSW Government’s Regional Development Advisory Council.
New critical minerals Federation mine to open near Cobar, boosting jobs and regional development
Minister for Natural Resources Courtney Houssos will today open the state’s newest critical minerals and high-tech metals mine.
NSW Speed Adviser app update to boost safety at level crossings
As part of Rural Road Safety Month, the Minns Labor Government is pleased to unveil a major update to its Speed Adviser App.
NSW Invasive Species Management Review released
The Minns Labor Government has reasserted its commitment to strengthening the states resilience against biosecurity threats and welcomed the release of the Natural Resources Commission’s (NRC) final preliminary report into the ongoing biosecurity risks of introduced species.
$9.5m business grants program to boost economic development in the Northern Rivers
Small and medium businesses in flood impacted towns and villages across the Northern Rivers stand to benefit from a new $9.5 million Towns and Villages Resilient Business Activation Program funded by the NSW Government.
Major work starts on Singleton bypass
The long-awaited Singleton bypass project has reached a significant milestone today with the first sod turned, marking the start of major construction.
The sky's the limit for new Port Macquarie Astronomy and Science Centre
The mysteries of the night sky will be revealed in full view of Port Macquarie stargazers with the city’s new Astronomy and Science Centre almost complete.