The NSW Liberals and Nationals have announced a new slate of Shadow Parliamentary Secretaries, with local MPs on the list.
NSW Politics
Posted inEnvironment, NSW Politics, Recreation, Tourism
New national park campgrounds open for summer holidays
Summer holiday makers can enjoy new and improved campgrounds across NSW following a $43 million government investment. Acting Minister Steve Whan says upgrades at sites like Kosciuszko and Trial Bay Gaol will boost regional tourism.
Posted inEmergency management, Local politics, NSW Politics
NSW RFS ‘red fleet’ ownership delayed by bureaucracy
NSW councils hoping for a swift resolution to long running ownership issues surrounding the Rural Fire Service Red Fleet have been left disappointed with the NSW Government’s response to a parliamentary inquiry.
Posted inNSW Politics, Parenting and kids, Technology
NSW joins High Court battle to protect kids online
NSW has joined South Australia to defend Australia’s world-first social media ban for under-16s against a High Court challenge brought by several plaintiffs.
Posted inHealth, NSW Politics
More voices added to call for better rural health
Calls for urgent, practical reform of rural healthcare have intensified this past week, with the Country Mayor’s Association formally backing the Better Care, Closer to Home Alliance push for a new Rural Health Action Plan
Posted inHealth, NSW Politics, Social issues and services
Boost to paediatric allied health workforce set to reduce wait times across NSW
Children and families across New South Wales are set to benefit from significantly improved access to essential health services, following the recruitment of 32 new paediatric allied health professionals under the Minns Labor Government’s $17.9 million investment.
Posted inLocal News, NSW Politics, Tweed Shire
New RCA leadership team elected
Regional Capitals Australia has elected Dubbo Mayor Josh Black as its new Chair, with Tweed Shire Mayor Chris Cherry as Deputy, as the organisation sets its priorities for housing, regional airports and water infrastructure.
Posted inFederal Politics, NSW Politics
Shock exit of state Nationals leader while federal Libs move to protect Ley
NSW Nationals leader Dugald Saunders has abruptly resigned from the party leadership, while moderate Liberals in Canberra have denied Sussan Ley is losing support.
Posted inLocal News, North Coast Surrounds, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure
Locally made, smart road signs now live, making journeys through outback NSW safer
The State Government has flicked the switch, activating 13 new smart road signs to make travel through western and outback NSW safer, fairer and more reliable.
Posted inCrime, Kempsey Shire, NSW Politics
Kempsey included in new youth crime prevention package
Kempsey will receive new youth crime prevention funding under a $23 million NSW Government package, with Member for Oxley Michael Kemp calling for stronger laws and greater accountability for repeat youth offenders.