NSW inmates have trained more than 20 assistance dogs for veterans in an innovative Australian first rehabilitation program. NSW Attorney General and Minister for Justice Brad Hazzard today attended the second graduation of the Dogs for Diggers program at Bathurst Correctional Centre where the canines are trained. “In this great program unwanted or neglected dogs […]
Minister for Resources and Energy Anthony Roberts today said more than 260,000 NSW primary school students will take part in Electricity Safety Week, which runs from 8 to 12 September. Mr Roberts said the program teaches students about potential electrical hazards such as overloaded power points, fallen powerlines and electrical substations. “The electricity network operates […]
Health Minister Jillian Skinner today applauded staff across the public health system following the release of data showing NSW hospitals are continuing their improvements in emergency department services and elective surgery. Mrs Skinner said the latest Bureau of Health Information (BHI) Quarterly Report (April-June 2014) demonstrates NSW public hospitals are delivering quality care to patients […]
NSW Premier Mike Baird today attended the signing of two historic agreements between TAFE NSW and Chinese universities that secured a unique relationship between TAFE NSW in China. The official signing ceremony took place during Mr Baird’s first international mission as Premier in the Chinese city of Guangzhou, in the NSW Sister-State of Guangdong. TAFE […]
Minister for Roads and Freight Duncan Gay has announced a new version of the Live Traffic App with a text to speech function for motorists while they are on the road. Mr Gay said the Live Traffic App has proven hugely popular already with more than three quarters of a million downloads of the app […]
The Australian and NSW Governments are getting on with building a stronger and more prosperous Western Sydney with new design improvements for the 10 kilometre Bringelly Road upgrade now available for community feedback. Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Jamie Briggs said the Australian and New South Wales governments had committed $509 million towards […]
NSW Fair Trading Minister, Matthew Mason-Cox, today is urging do-it-yourself enthusiasts to proceed with caution when doing work around the home or under their vehicle this Father’s Day. “DIY gadgets are popular purchases for Father’s Day and many dads, me included, will be tempted to try out the new gadgets and do maintenance and improvements […]
$200,000 is available for the 2015 NSW Seniors Week grants program with applications closing on 19 September for applicants including community groups and councils. “This year grants are available up to $5,000 per applicant, a great initiative from the NSW Government for the seniors in our community,” said Geoff Lee, Member for Parramatta. “This is our opportunity to […]
Minister for Ageing John Ajaka today encouraged everyone to show their appreciation for grandparents by nominating for this year’s NSW Grandparent of the Year Awards. “Grandparents play a significant role in the home and indeed, the community,’ said Mr Ajaka. As a grandparent of six months, I am beginning to understand what an honour and […]
NSW Minister for Finance and Services Dominic Perrottet today announced a $2 million dollar injection for a return to work program for people who have suffered spinal-cord injuries. Mr Perrottet said the NSW Government would continue to fund the Lifetime Care and Support Authority’s (LTCSA) In-Voc Program for an additional five years, following an almost […]