The Federal Government’s Better Start to Life funding of $94M over three years is having a positive effect in the Orana region. The allocated budget has been used to fund the new Directions: Mothers and Babies Services program which aims to improve the health of expectant mums in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and reduce the infant mortality…
A Bells Line Expressway would not only ease the pressure of Sydney congestion but would vitally open up the inland regions to more economic development, RDA Orana Chair John Walkom said. Mr Walkom’s comments followed a Fairfax Media interview with Bathurst Business Chamber president Angus Edwards, who described the project as ‘nation-building’. “This is a regional issue that affects everyone…
Residing in Cobar, Ellie Russell is a freelance graphic designer and blogger responsible for creating her own online business, The Darling Design Company. As the name suggests, the company provides small businesses with sophisticated design services (print and digital) to assist in the branding and advertising of a product or service. An enthusiastic social media buff, Ellie also lends her…
Aeris Resources Limited is a mining and exploration company with two underground copper mines at the Tritton Mines operation located near Nyngan. The company is currently seeking new employees for the positions of mining electrician, heavy vehicle auto-electrician, heavy vehicle (mobile fitter), graduate geologist and underground operators including cablebolt operators, truck drivers, loader operators and construction and service crew. For…
From 31 January, parents, guardians and carers of children residing and participating in sport and other approved physical activities in NSW can apply for an Active Kids voucher which will be redeemable at their local sporting club towards the cost of activities.Vouchers will be valid until December 31. For more information on the program, visit sport.nsw.gov.au/activekids or phone Service…
Creating opportunities for new jobs and providing incentives for emerging businesses is a positive sign for NSW, Regional Development Australia (RDA) Orana executive officer Megan Dixon. Speaking about the State Government agency, Jobs for NSW, Mrs Dixon said there was support available, particularly in a financial sense. “This is good for NSW – for people thinking of a starting a…