Regional communities hosting renewable energy projects are being urged to think beyond painting the town hall and footy jerseys and take the lead in securing long-term social, economic and environmental benefits from the renewable transformation.
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Posted inLocal politics, Money, NSW Politics
Country mayors demand action as cost shifting hits $1.5 billion
Country mayors across New South Wales have renewed calls for urgent reform after a new report revealed councils are absorbing $1.5 billion a year in costs offloaded by State and Federal governments
Posted inDomestic Violence, Grants and funding, Indigenous
Local services receive major boost to support Aboriginal community safety
Aboriginal-led organisations in the New England have secured more than half a million dollars in new funding to tackle domestic, family and sexual violence
Posted inArmidale, Arts, Grants and funding
Funding shortfall sees regional galleries eyeing cuts
NERAM may face big cuts after losing $80,000 a year in annual funding from the NSW Government.
Posted inMoney, National News, Parenting and kids
Bundle of joy for new parents as Paid Parental Leave changes start
An extra two weeks pay plus super and other reforms to paid parental leave come into effect tomorrow.
Posted inArmidale, Money
Making your dog a tax deduction (and other deductions you may not have heard of)
Donations, subscriptions, travel… and yes even your (working) dog may be able to be claimed as a tax deduction, but there are lots of rules to follow.
Posted inGrants and funding, Inverell
Inverell Library secures grant to enhance study and meeting spaces
Inverell Library is set to undergo exciting improvements following its successful grant application. Read more here.
Posted inBusiness, Investment, Tamworth
Lights, camera, but no action: Tamworth Regent Cinema struggles to attract buyer
An eyesore to some and an iconic landmark to others, the historical Tamworth Regent Cinema building remains out of favour with prospective buyers
Posted inDomestic Violence, Economy, Grants and funding, NSW Politics, Roads and Infrastructure, Social issues and services
‘Disappointing’ NSW Budget delivers limited support for regions
The Minns Government’s 2025–26 New South Wales Budget, handed down today, has already come under fire for failing to deliver for regional areas.
Posted inBusiness, Local News, Money, Work and career
Simple ways to save at end of financial year
It can be easy to save money at the end of the financial year by timing major purchases around sales events and doing your homework. Learn how here.