As part of the Minns Labor Government’s $945 million biosecurity program, the $10.2 million electronic identification device Tag Discount Program is now live and available to support producers with the costs of eID devices for sheep and goats. The use of eID tags will...
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Gwydir Shire Residents Urged to Have Their Say on Draft Gwydir Water Sharing Plan
The draft Gwydir Unregulated River water sharing plan is now on public display, and the NSW Government is inviting the community to have its say. The draft plan sets out clear rules for fair and sustainable water sharing among water users and the environment across...
Cost-of-Living Pressures Continue to Impact Children’s Education
The latest annual Pulse Survey released by national children’s education charity The Smith Family, has revealed almost 60% of families who responded have struggled to afford essential school items for their children this year, with the majority attributing this to the...
Experts Partner with Glen Innes Severn Council
Dam experts from WaterNSW will visit Beardy Waters Dam on 5 November partnering with Glen Innes Severn Council to enhance the monitoring of local dam infrastructure. The visit to Beardy Waters Dam is part of a WaterNSW partnership with local councils under the NSW...
Pathfinders to Host the Clothesline Project During 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Pathfinders will be hosting The Clothesline Project, a powerful community event aimed at raising awareness and giving a voice to victims of gender-based violence. The event will take place during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, offering a safe...
Urgent Call to Stay Connected
Farmers have called on telecommunications providers to ensure farming communities don’t lose connectivity as the 3G network is shut down. On Monday, Telstra and Optus commenced the process of switching off their 3G networks as they transitioned to 4G and 5G...
Bill to Strengthen Puppy and Dog Welfare Across New South Wales
The Minns Labor Government has introduced a Bill to Parliament to strengthen puppy and dog welfare across the state by establishing clear guardrails and standards for dog breeders. Committed to during the election this legislation has been developed through close...
Telstra 3G Closure: How It Will Work and What’s next
From 12.01am on Monday 28th October 2024, Telstra will begin closing its 3G network and customers with devices that rely on 3G for Emergency Calls (4G data, 3G Voice, or VoLTE capable but require 3G for Triple Zero) will be blocked from accessing Telstra’s network and...
Energy Market Operator Defends Costly Plans
The Australian Energy Market Operator insists it's providing the cheapest and most reliable way to power homes and businesses under net-zero plans. Nationals senator Matt Canavan told an inquiry on Wednesday it was a "huge gap and scandal" that the market body...









