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Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development
Learn about the department working to protect, support and develop regional NSW. Information on careers, functions, contacts, our agencies and more.
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Regional Development Roadmap
The NSW Government is taking a fresh approach in how it invests in regional NSW to make sure we can help meet the needs of all communities.
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Sustainable Communities Program
This program provides community assistance to help reduce the social and economic impacts of water recovery measures on NSW communities under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
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Programs and funding
Supporting delivery of funded projects in regional NSW.
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Regional Youth
Initiatives to improve lifestyles and outcomes of young people living in regional NSW.
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Regional NSW, make the move
There’s never been more opportunity in regional NSW for essential workers and their families.
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Regional News
Latest media releases. Search by keyword or topic for news across regional NSW.
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Resources
Planning and strategic documents to inform and drive delivery of regional NSW priorities.
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Regional business and economy
Discover NSW Government services to help you do business in our regions. Link to programs promoting regional growth and prosperity.
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Regional Aboriginal Partnerships and Outcomes
Supporting and empowering regional Aboriginal businesses and organisations.