The NSW Government is extending the public exhibition period for 7 draft water sharing plans across regional NSW until early 2025, giving communities even more time to have their say. This includes draft plans for: Macquarie/Wambuul Bogan Unregulated Rivers Water...
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Moylan Calls for Premier to Step in for Rural Water Users
Northern Tablelands MP Brendan Moylan has called on NSW Premier Chris Minns to step in and assist rural water users in the light of a recommendation which may see them experience a 245% hike in water prices over 5 year, if implemented Speaking on STA FM this morning,...
New England MP Weighs in on Rail Trail Debacle
New England MP Barnaby Joyce has weighed in surrounding news of $8.7 million of funding withdrawn from Glen Innes Severn Council for the New England Rail Trail by the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. According to Mr Joyce, no reason was given...
NSW Police Welcome Pay Rise
NSW Police officers have voted overwhelmingly to accept the Minns Labor Government’s historic four-year pay agreement to recruit and retain police officers with highly competitive salaries. For the first time in memory, police will be paid to stay, rather than...
Moylan Slams $14.1 Million in Funding Cuts Across the Region
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan has hit out at the NSW and Federal Governments with $14.1 million of funding revoked from the Northern Tablelands. Mr Moylan has been advised $8,721,095 and $5,410,000 million in promised funding to Glen Innes Severn...
New $20 million Funding Available Early Childhood
Applications are now open for early childhood education and care providers to apply for funding under a new $20 million program to create extra places for children in areas with an undersupply. The new Building Early Learning Places Program will support eligible...
Supermarket Inquiry Finding
In testimony provided this week at hearings as part of the ACCC Supermarket Inquiry, current and former senior managers at Woolworths have admitted to shortcomings in the accuracy of forecasted volumes it has provided to fresh fruit and vegetable suppliers. ...
New England MP Regrets Backing Renewables
New England MP Barnaby Joyce says he regrets backing renewable energy projects in his electorate whilst being the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia. Speaking on STA FM yesterday, Mr Joyce says he did change his mind about wind and solar projects in the New England...
Parkes MP Mark Coulton Says Farewell to Political Life
Outgoing Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton delivered his valedictory speech to Parliament yesterday afternoon Mr Coulton announced in March this year that he would not be contesting the seat of Parkes at the next federal election, bringing an end to his 16-year...

