Two New England events are among 56 regional festivals to receive NSW Government funding through the 2026–27 Regional Event Fund.
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Posted inGrants and funding, Narrabri
Community Financial Assistance Grant Program opens in Narrabri
Narrabri Shire Council has opened applications for its 2026–27 Community Financial Assistance Grant Program, supporting local community projects and events.
Posted inGrants and funding, Tamworth
Tamworth seeks government support to bridge Aquatic Centre funding shortfall
Tamworth Regional Council is seeking additional NSW and Australian government funding after the Aquatic Centre project’s cost increased to $68.3 million.
Posted inGrants and funding, NSW News, Sport
Rugby grants open for round two
Rugby clubs and councils across NSW can now apply for a share of $2.15 million in World Cup legacy funding, with grants of up to $150,000 on offer. Applications close 14 August.
Posted inGrants and funding, Moree, Sport and fitness events
Go rowing in Moree this weekend
Newcomers and former rowers alike are being invited to hit the water at the Moree Water Ski Park this weekend, with the free Come and Try Rowing Weekend backed by new funding from Moree Plains Shire Council.
Posted inLocal News, Money
Scam warning as EOFY sales and tax time approach
Australians are being urged to stay vigilant as scammers exploit EOFY sales and tax season with increasingly sophisticated fraud attempts.
Posted inMoney, NSW Politics
NSW budget offers rego relief, hospital investment, and drought support
The NSW Budget cuts $100 off rego, commits nearly $3 billion to regional hospitals, funds drought support for farmers, and puts $1,000 in the pockets of public servants. Here’s what it means for the New England.
Posted inArmidale, Grants and funding, Parkes Electorate
Airport funding grants open as report warns regional aviation at a crossroads
Half of NSW’s regional airports are running at a loss. The latest funding round has opened — and the Member for Parkes is urging councils to get their applications in before 28 July.
Posted inAgriculture, Federal Politics, Local News, Money
CGT shake-up brings relief, but succession remains the real test for farmers
A major tax backdown has lifted the CGT threshold to $10 million, but farm groups say the real test is still to come: can families actually pass the farm on?
Posted inMoney, NSW News, NSW Votes 2027
‘Basics’ budget the start of Labor state election pitch
In his government’s last budget before a state election, the NSW treasurer is looking to sell a message of responsibility and basic service delivery.