Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that as a result of today’s National Cabinet meeting, fuel excise will be halved for three months and the heavy vehicle user charge will be zeroed to provide immediate relief.
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Impact of fuel shortages spread beyond bowser as National Cabinet meets
Fuel shortage impacts spread well beyond the bowser, hitting farms, freight, charities and services as National Cabinet meets on response.
Posted inClarence Valley, Grafton, Health
New general manager appointed for Grafton and Maclean hospitals
A new general manager has taken over at Grafton and Maclean hospitals as a major redevelopment gets underway.
Posted inBusiness, Consultations and feedback
What a small business wants
Small business owners across NSW are being invited to help shape a new advisory service, with entrepreneur Mark Bouris appointed to lead a 90-day review
Posted inCommunity development, Good News, Grants and funding, Taree
Local sporting groups in Myall Lakes receive funding boost
More than $48,000 in funding will support Myall Lakes sporting clubs recovering from floods and keeping communities active.
Posted inCasino, Entertainment
Casino artist Billy Gudgeon releases new country rock track
Casino artist Billy Gudgeon has released his new single Bigger Days & Better Nights, kicking off what he hopes will be a big year.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Health, Lismore
Top state honour for Lismore health professional
Lismore podiatrist Helen McGregor has been named NSW Allied Health Professional of the Year.
Posted inEducation, Lismore
New flood-resilient school takes shape in Lismore South
The rebuild of Lismore South Public School has reached a key milestone, with the first building modules lifted into place.
Posted inEnergy, Federal Politics, Local News
Government proposes new supply powers as fuel crisis continues
Fuel crisis continues as government proposes supply powers and Hogan pushes tax cut.
Posted inCasino, Health
Aboriginal artwork strengthens cultural safety at Casino Hospital
Six Aboriginal totem poles now line Casino Hospital, creating a more culturally safe and welcoming space for patients.