Regional mayors, farming leaders and senior Nationals MPs have taken the fight over Inland Rail directly to Parliament House, accusing the Federal Government of abandoning communities that invested years preparing for Inland Rail.
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Chaffey blasts Budget as “broken promises” for Parkes electorate
Parkes MP Jamie Chaffey has slammed the Federal Budget, accusing Labor of abandoning regional Australia through Inland Rail cuts and “net zero obsession”.
Posted inAgriculture, Money, Roads and Infrastructure, Transport and Freight
Small wins overshadowed by deep cuts for regions
Not happy: small wins on measures like excluding farmers from new taxes are not impressing rural advocates.
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Coalition launches ‘Rescue our Rail’ campaign over Inland Rail cuts
The Coalition has launched a “Rescue our Rail” campaign as anger grows over the decision to halt Inland Rail at Parkes.
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NBN fixed wireless rollout coming to Walcha region
More than 120 homes and businesses around Walcha are set to receive upgraded nbn fixed wireless internet under a major regional connectivity rollout.
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Local leaders unite to fight for Inland Rail
Regional leaders across NSW and Queensland are ramping up pressure on the Federal Government after the decision to halt Inland Rail at Parkes, warning billions in infrastructure, freight planning and regional investment is now at risk.
Posted inRoads and Infrastructure, Tamworth
Changed overnight traffic conditions on Murray Street, Tamworth
Motorists are advised of changed overnight traffic conditions this week on Murray Street between Peel Street and Marius Street in Tamworth for maintenance work.
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Changed traffic conditions for Tamworth motorists on Manilla Road
Tamworth motorists are advised to allow extra travel time, with roadworks starting next week on Manilla Road north of the city.
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Draft transport plan already needs a rewrite after Inland Rail axed
The NSW Government’s new draft transport blueprint for the New England North West is already in need of an overhaul after Inland Rail was scrapped north of Parkes, and an array of criticism for its lack of plan and the burden on local government.
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Funding fix needed for rural councils
NSW Farmers has urged funding reform, warning rural councils cannot maintain critical roads with unreliable, project-based support.