NSW regional news and media releases
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Further funding to support NSW saleyards transitioning to sheep and goat eID
The NSW Government has committed a further $1.4 million to support eligible saleyards in their preparations for Sheep & Goat electronic identification (eID).
$32 million fund will support the Central West to 'build back better' local roads and bridges
Applications are now open for funding to help four Central West councils rebuild their transport infrastructure to better withstand the challenges posed by future severe weather events.
Ministers to meet in Griffith for industry roundtable on farm safety
The NSW Minister for Work Health and Safety Sophie Cotsis and NSW Minister for Agriculture Tara Moriarty will be joined by the Member for Murray Helen Dalton in Griffith on Thursday as SafeWork NSW hosts an industry roundtable to discuss the prevention of workplace fatalities and serious injuries in the agriculture sector.
Work to start on more major Monaro Highway safety upgrades
The NSW Labor Government is continuing to invest in vital safety upgrades to the Monaro Highway with work set to begin on the next stage of a $20 million program to improve the road in key locations between the ACT and the Victorian border.
Repair works underway on Coulsons Creek Road
Work to rebuild Coulsons Creek Road in the Upper Hunter, NSW, is now in full swing following more than $48 million in funding provided by the Australian and NSW governments.
Dunedoo’s Three Rivers finally cleaned up
The NSW Government has completed the clean up and revitalisation of the derelict Three Rivers Regional Retirement Community Project in Dunedoo.
Trout hatchery improvements futureproofing iconic trout fishing tourism
The NSW Government has invested more than $8 million in state-of-the-art upgrades to the Gaden Trout Hatchery in Jindabyne to help futureproof NSW’s iconic trout fishing sector that contributes to regional development across the state.
Priority development projects in Snowy Mountains precinct to get underway
The NSW Government is continuing to invest in the future of regional communities, with nearly $200 million set to deliver 7 priority projects at the Snowy Mountain and Jindabyne Precinct.
Grafton timber factory open and ready to produce more products
Big River Group’s Grafton timber factory has opened the doors to a major upgrade that will boost the supply of high-quality timber products to the construction industry across the state.
Inspirational women finalists in NSW/ACT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award
Three outstanding women have been revealed today as the finalists for the 2024 NSW/ACT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, showcasing the breadth of talent and innovation of rural and regional women.