Local Government NSW (LGNSW) welcomes an initial $60 million in Australian government funding for 42 of the most severely bushfire affected local government areas, 33 of which are in NSW.…
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Farming communities hit hard by bushfires
As the bushfire crisis deepens across Australia, Minister for Agriculture Bridget McKenzie urged regional communities to continue to prioritise personal safety as concern for livestock grows. (more…)
Kangaroo commercial harvest zone expanded
South Australia’s kangaroo commercial harvest zone will be expanded, and the 2020 quota has been set to help manage kangaroos, as well as support primary producers. (more…)
Long-term solutions needed for fire-affected communities
Local Government NSW (LGNSW) has welcomed the State Government’s commitment of additional funding for bushfire-affected councils and communities but will continue to push for longer term solutions that build resilience…