Businesses left behind by Labor
Mark Speakman
NSW Leader of the Opposition
Dugald Saunders
Leader of the NSW Nationals
Shadow Minister for Regional NSW
Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Trade and Natural Resources
The NSW Opposition has acknowledged today’s long overdue announcement of $75,000 Category D funding for primary producers across the Mid North Coast and Hunter region.
NSW Opposition Leader Mark Speakman said while the news will bring some relief, we have also been calling for $50,000 Category D funding to be made available for businesses throughout the impacted LGAs and additional mental health supports.
“In contrast, the Queensland LNP Government has today announced an additional support package for those affected by the recent Western Queensland floods that includes Community Health and Wellbeing grants, Tourism
Industry grants and funding for small businesses to get back on their feet. None of this has been made available to our Mid North Coast and Hunter communities,” Mr Speakman said.
NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said it’s hard to believe the Minns and Albanese Labor Governments couldn’t find any additional support for businesses of all shapes and sizes that are often the backbone of their community.
“Last month the Premier visited Pulteney Street arcade in Taree, looked business owners in the eye and said this was worse than Lismore,” Mr Saunders said.
“The decision not to provide any extra help is a real kick in the guts, and will spell the end for many family-run regional businesses.”
Last week more than 5,000 community members rallied in Taree and Kempsey calling for increased Category D funding for primary producers and small businesses.
Mr Speakman said our Coalition team will keep fighting until businesses receive the support they need and deserve.
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