The NSW Government has today announced that from 1 July, 2024, the Department of Regional NSW will be re-named the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
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Posted inGlen Innes, Glen Innes Severn Shire, Local politics and councils
GISC seeks community input into future of Glen Innes
Glen Innes Severn Council has launched the Towards 2034 consultation, intended to help shape the future of the community.Â
Posted inGunnedah, NSW Politics
Roundtable on future jobs held in Gunnedah today
More than 20 stakeholders from mining companies, unions, energy producers, industry groups, manufacturers and education partners discussed the establishment of the North West Future Jobs and Investment Authority in Gunnedah today.
Posted inNSW Politics
Shock, gratitude and big shoes: response to Marshall’s retirement
Voters throughout the Northern Tablelands have expressed shock, gratitude and wished nothing but the best for departing MP Adam Marshall.
Posted inParkes Electorate
Mark Coulton to retire from the massive electorate of Parkes
Member for Parkes Mark Coulton announced on Monday that he will not be recontesting the electorate of Parkes at the next federal election.
Posted inCrime, Local News, NSW Politics
Regional crime inquiry gets green light
National Party politicians have been congratulating each other on the establishment of a new inquiry into community safety and crime in regional NSW this week.
Posted inNSW Politics
Local MP introduces bill to abolish payroll tax for bush businesses
Member for Northern Tablelands Adam Marshall has introduced legislation into State Parliament to abolish payroll tax throughout regional NSW, ensuring businesses in the bush can grow and thrive without financial penalties.
Posted inGeneral News, Local politics and councils, Moree Plains Shire, Narrabri, New England Surrounds, Roads and Infrastructure
Narromine to Narrabri Inland Rail Project receives Government Approval
Another step forward for Inland Rail with the Narromine to Narrabri (N2N) project receiving environmental approval from the Australian Government. It is welcomed news after a long delay for local communities.
Posted inLocal politics and councils, Tamworth
Tamworth to proceed with Special Rate Variation
Tamworth Regional Council resolved to proceed with an application to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a permanent Special Rate Variation (SRV) of 36.3% over two years.
Posted inLocal politics and councils, Tamworth Regional
Additional pensioner rates rebate proposal to be discussed at TRC on Tuesday
Tamworth Regional Council will consider additional rebates for concession card holders as part of the deliberations on an SRV.