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.
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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.
Controversial Murray Darling Basin plan passes
A controversial deal between Greens and Labor to take water away from farmers in our region for the environment has passed the Senate.
Have your say on the Regional Investment Corporation
The Federal Government is seeking submissions from interested stakeholders and the public to inform a review of the Regional Investment Corporation (RIC) Act.
New England infrastructure projects cut following federal government audit
The Independent Strategic Review of Infrastructure has cut funding for key infrastructure projects across the New England.
Applications open for on-farm agtech grants
Applications are now open for Round 1 of the On Farm Connectivity Program (OFCP) designed to increase the uptake of agtech.
Out of the city and onto the farm: Peter Dutton, Mark Coulton, tour Moree to hear the real issues
Moree has hosted Pollies on the Plains this week as Opposition Leader, Peter Dutton and local Member for Parkes, Mark Coulton step out of the office and onto the farm to hear firsthand, the real issues of the land.
Coulton celebrates 15 years in office
Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton is celebrating his 15th anniversary with a special dinner in Dubbo.
Local MPs concerned about 60 day prescribing
Local MPs Barnaby Joyce and Mark Coulton are concerned the budget measure to allow 60 day prescribing on some medications will have unintended consequences.
Inland Rail criticised by minister, defended by local MPs, following independent report
Barnaby Joyce and Mark Coulton have defended Inland Rail after the release of an independent report found massive cost blowouts.