NSW regional news and media releases

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Ministerial media release
21 November 2024

Central Coast charges up with 17 new EV sites

The Central Coast has powered up its electric vehicle (EV) charging network as part of the NSW Government’s expansion of charger sites around the state.

Ministerial media release
21 November 2024

Rescued drought-hit endangered fish returned to the wild as community celebrates World Fisheries Day

Coinciding with World Fisheries Day the Minns Government, in partnership with Taronga Western Plains Zoo, has helped to provide important habitat for the endangered Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon and now the fish are being returned to Buckinbah Creek in the state’s central west.

Departmental release
18 November 2024

Tiny tots get road ready at Tumbarumba Bike Playground

Tumbarumba’s tiniest cyclists are learning the rules of the road at a custom playground designed to teach young riders while they have fun.

Ministerial media release
15 November 2024

Outback rest area upgrade improving safety

A rest area upgrade delivered by the Minns Labor Government in Outback NSW has been completed, with motorists and heavy vehicle operators benefiting from a more comfortable space to take a rest and manage fatigue risks.

Ministerial media release
14 November 2024

$48 million mobile coverage boost for regional New South Wales

The Australian and the Minns Labor Governments have today announced up to $48 million in joint funding to deliver better mobile coverage along highways and major roads for Australians who live, work or holiday in regional and remote NSW.

Ministerial media release
13 November 2024

Koala karaoke helping map Monaro koala populations

The NSW Government is collaborating with landholders across the Monaro to expand the reach of its innovative koala monitoing project.

Ministerial media release
6 November 2024

$5 million in latest round of recreational fishing grants now open

The Minns Labor Government today opened the next round of Recreational Fishing Trust Grants, with $5 million available for fishing clubs, community groups and other organisations to run projects which improve and promote recreational fishing in their local area.

Ministerial media release
6 November 2024

Financial assistance available from Thursday for Far West NSW residents impacted by power outage

Far West NSW residents and businesses will be able to claim for financial assistance from tomorrow (Thursday 7 November).

Ministerial media release
5 November 2024

NSW Government launches Australia’s first operational Seasonal Drought Forecast

The Minns Labor Government’s groundbreaking drought forecasting system will make its debut in this month’s State Seasonal Update, published online today.

Ministerial media release
1 November 2024

$200 power outage support measure expanded to all adults in Far West NSW

The Minns Labor Government has expanded eligibility for the $200 Far West power outage support payment.

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