NSW regional news and media releases
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$15 million to future-proof rural and remote airstrips
The Minns Labor Government is continuing work to increase the resilience of regional communities with $15 million to upgrade three key airstrips across regional New South Wales.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$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.
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.
$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.
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).
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.