Member for Page Kevin Hogan has raised concerns about the impact of last week’s rate rise on families, while the state’s peak business body and other leaders have raised concerns about what it will do to local small business.
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Posted inLifestyle, Small Business, Woolgoolga
Woolgoolga General Store to open in a bigger and better space
After the early success of Woolgoolga’s Finest General Store, a new and expanded shop will greet locals later this month.
Posted inBusiness, Federal Politics, Social issues and services
Barnaby wants people to drink more in pubs
As the Albanese government moved to freeze increases to the beer excise for the first time in 40 years, Barnaby Joyce argued that the excise should be scrapped completely to “save” regional pubs.
Posted inAgriculture, Hernani, What's on
Rethinking farming at Wilmot Field Day
Wilmot Field Day has become a fixture on the agricultural calendar for producers looking for practical insight, honest conversation and a deeper understanding of how farming systems are evolving.
Posted inAgriculture, Clarence Valley
Clarence fishers demand answers as Minister remains silent on White Spot fallout
Angry Clarence River commercial fishers rally amid growing frustration on the future of the industry following the prolonged White Spot outbreak biosecurity restrictions.
Posted inBusiness
Regional Australia Bank announces another merger
Regional Australia Bank and SWSbank have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore a potential merger that would focus on supporting regional communities.
Posted inAgriculture, Local News
Tax shock for farm trailblazers
Farmers with cellar doors and fruit stands should beware of huge new bills being slapped on them by the state government, NSW Farmers says.
Posted inBusiness, Kempsey Shire
Philip Hood appointed to Director Operations and Planning
Experienced local government leader Philip Hood has been appointed Director Operations and Planning at Kempsey Shire Council.
Posted inBusiness, Education, Taree
New Year, New Career: TAFE NSW Skills Taree locals for top jobs of 2026
This new year, TAFE NSW is supporting Taree residents to go ‘back to school’ to gain the skills they need to step into the most in-demand occupations of 2026.
Posted inBellingen Shire, Good News, Recreation, Tourism
Fishing festival takes over Mylestom
The quiet village of Mylestom was bustling last weekend with more than 800 fishers of all ages casting a line for the 29th annual Putt Bennett Family Fishing Festival.