Northern Tablelands

Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report

A total of $500,000 was secured to upgrade Inverell Library and modernise the current space. The last time the library was upgraded was nearly 20 years ago and it is now beginning to show signs of wear and tear. The existing metal shelving will be replaced, the current chairs and tables updated, the junior section

June 27, 2026
REZ Debate

Minns a no-show when 22,000-strong petition presented in parliament

MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan on Thursday delivered a petition to state parliament rejecting the new transmission line corridor from Walcha to Bayswater. He presented the petition on behalf of more than 22,000 signees and communities across Northern Tablelands and Upper Hunter. “Not only did Premier Chris Minns refuse to speak, but he didn’t

June 26, 2026
2026 NSW Budget

Moylan: Budget a mixed bag for regional communities

MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan says the 2026-27 NSW Budget presents a mixed picture for the electorate with some positive outcomes but falls short in some key areas. Mr Moylan welcomed the continued funding of the Moree and Glen Innes Hospital redevelopments and said the addition of a new public preschool in Inverell was

June 25, 2026
Parkes Electorate

Chaffey’s Corner

Coonamble puts on a good show, and the Coonamble Rodeo and Campdraft is one of the biggest and best combined events in the southern hemisphere. I enjoyed being in amongst about 5000 cowboys and girls and spectators for this great event. Thanks Coonamble, and congratulations to all those who saddled up, climbed aboard and showed

June 24, 2026
Northern Tablelands

Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report

I was pleased to announce $500,000 has been secured for major upgrades to the Glen Innes Library. The funding came via the State Library of NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grants program which helps councils across the state improve facilities at their local libraries. The Glen Innes Library hasn’t seen any updates since 2001 when it

June 20, 2026
Politics

Moylan: Nationals will bring back Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at 2027 election

MEMBER for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan announced only the NSW Nationals will bring back the Regional Seniors Travel Card if successful at the 2027 election. The Regional Seniors Travel Card will provide eligible seniors in regional NSW with a $250 prepaid card for fuel, taxis, and pre-booked train or coach tickets. Mr Moylan said Labor

June 18, 2026
Parkes Electorate

Chaffey’s Corner

IN the short time since the Federal Budget announcement, I have seen and heard a great deal of concern and confusion within the electorate of Parkes. Despite Labor’s repeated election promise they would not bring in any new taxes, they have done exactly that. Since they were elected, Labor has overseen the biggest fall in

June 16, 2026
Border News

Goondiwindi to host State Government Community Cabinet

THE Queensland State Government will host its next Community Cabinet in Goondiwindi in August. Premier David Crisafulli and Ministers will meet with Southern Downs residents, businesses and organisations to listen and focus on the priorities that matter most to the community, following strong advocacy from Member for Southern Downs James Lister and Goondiwindi Regional Council

June 15, 2026
Northern Tablelands

Brendan Moylan’s Weekly report

Several deserving Northern Tablelands locals received King’s Birthday Honours on Monday. Four people received Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) including Peter Kearsey who received his posthumously for his services to the Inverell community, Uralla’s Russell Clifton for service to the Rural Fire Service, Armidale’s William ‘Bill’ Oates for his work in the field

June 13, 2026
Northern Tablelands

Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report

A sum of $1.7 million was secured for Landcare programs across the Northern Tablelands under the latest round of the NSW Government’s Landcare Enabling Program. The funding will be shared between North West Regional Landcarers Inc in Bingara ($922,561) and the New England Landcare Network in Armidale ($830,899). These funded projects are based on local

June 6, 2026
Parkes Electorate

Chaffey encourages the people Parkes to have their say

FEDERAL Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey is asking people within the Parkes electorate to have their say about what is important to them. In a new 30 second survey, Mr Chaffey is requesting residents throughout the electorate to list the issues that concern them the most. “One of the most important parts of representing your

June 4, 2026
Northern Tablelands

Brendan Moylan’s Weekly Report

A total of $19,531 was secured for Walcha Clay Target Association to install a solar panel and battery system to replace the loud and expensive generator they currently use. This is great news for the hardworking club that is run entirely by local volunteers. Funding for Inverell Basketball A grant to purchase new equipment for

May 30, 2026